Festina F16573/4

Festina F16573/4 — Festina Quartz Watch (44.9mm, Black Dial)

The Festina F16573/4 is a men's quartz watch with a 44.9mm stainless steel case, black dial, and 5 atm (50 metres) — built for daily wear and light-to-moderate water exposure, but not for diving or high-impact water sports.

Who It's For

A fit for someone who wants a clean, everyday men's watch — a black dial that doesn't demand much thought once it's on the wrist. Quartz timekeeping means it'll run accurately with barely a thought after purchase — a practical choice for someone who wants a watch, not a hobby.

Specifications

• Case: 44.9mm stainless steel, 11.3mm thick
• Dial: Black
• Crystal: Mineral
• Movement: Quartz (battery-powered)
• Strap: Leather
• Water resistance: 5 ATM (50 metres)
• Warranty: International

F16573/4 vs. Other Festina F16573 References

The Festina F16573 line stays identical on case, movement, and build across references — dial colour is what changes from one to the next. The F16573/4 comes in black. Other references in this family: Festina F16573/9. Since the mechanics are the same across the line, choosing between them really just comes down to which dial colour you prefer.

Care Tips

Expect to swap the battery roughly every 1–3 years; that's the extent of the routine maintenance a quartz movement like this needs. This crystal is mineral rather than sapphire, which means solid everyday durability at a lower cost, with a bit more care needed around abrasive surfaces. Because the strap is leather, water and sustained sun exposure will age it faster than the case — wipe it dry if it gets wet and give it an occasional condition if you wear it often.

Limitations

Rain, showers, and a swim in the pool are all fine at this rating; scuba or high-board diving push past what it's rated for.

Common Questions

Is this watch okay for the pool? Yes to pool swimming and the occasional shower — just know that heat and steam are harder on seals than plain water, so it's not something to do daily for years without a service check.

How long does the battery last? Yes, it runs on a replaceable battery. Most quartz batteries in this range last 1–3 years before a swap is needed.

What's different between the F16573/4 and other Festina F16573 references? Only the dial colour — case size, movement, strap, and water resistance are identical across the Festina F16573 family.

Line the F16573/4 up next to its Festina F16573 siblings to pick a dial colour, then check stock and price on the product page.