Black dials have a natural confidence, and on the Mido Baroncelli Jubilee M037.608.11.052.00, that confidence comes in a generous 42mm case that remains impressively slim at 9.8mm.

The Jubilee gives the Baroncelli look, inspired by the refined architecture of Milan's Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a bolder scale. The black dial creates crisp contrast with polished hands and markers, and the date at 3 o'clock keeps it useful at a glance. It reads as more modern and versatile than a white dial, equally at ease with a dark suit or a leather jacket.

The movement is the Mido Caliber 80 automatic, with 25 jewels and up to 80 hours of reserve, visible through the exhibition caseback. A sapphire crystal protects the dial, and water resistance is 50m. The 22mm stainless steel bracelet closes with a deployment clasp for a secure, comfortable fit. If you want one stylish automatic that can handle work, weekends and evenings, this is a strong contender.

Mido Baroncelli Jubilee black, ref. M037.608.11.052.00

• Diameter: 42mm stainless steel, 9.8mm high
• Dial: black with date window at 3
• Caliber: Mido 80 self-winding, 25 jewels
• Reserve: about 80 hours
• Glass: sapphire
• Back: exhibition
• Water resistance: 50m (5 bar)
• Bracelet: 22mm steel with deployment clasp

Sleek, slim and bold, a black dial dress watch for every day.