Festina F16744/4

Festina F16744/4 — Festina Quartz Watch (39mm, Black Dial)

The Festina F16744/4 is a unisex quartz watch with a 39mm 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

Built for someone who wants a versatile everyday watch that isn't marketed to one gender — a black dial in a mid-size case that suits most wrists. Quartz-powered rather than mechanical, which means consistent accuracy and next to no maintenance — the trade-off collectors make when they'd rather not think about their watch at all.

Specifications

• Case: 39mm stainless steel, 6.9mm thick
• Dial: Black
• Crystal: Mineral
• Movement: Quartz (battery-powered)
• Strap: Stainless Steel
• Water resistance: 5 ATM (50 metres)
• Warranty: International

F16744/4 vs. Other Festina F16744 References

All Festina F16744 references share the same case, movement, and build — they're the same watch in different dial colours. The F16744/4 comes in black. Other references in this family: Festina F16744/3. Since the mechanics are the same across the line, choosing between them really just comes down to which dial colour you prefer.

Care Tips

Quartz movements are low-maintenance by design — the only recurring task is a battery change, typically every 1–3 years depending on how often it's worn. Mineral glass is durable enough for normal daily wear, but it's the softer of the two common crystal types — a stray key or grain of sand can leave a fine mark over time. Steel is the low-maintenance choice here — no conditioning needed, just rinse off chlorine or salt water after exposure to avoid residue buildup in the links.

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

Can I swim or shower wearing this watch? Swimming in a pool is fine at this rating. Showers are generally okay too, though frequent hot showers wear down seals faster over time than the rating alone suggests.

How often will I need to replace the battery? 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 F16744/4 and other Festina F16744 references? Only the dial colour — case size, movement, strap, and water resistance are identical across the Festina F16744 family.

Weigh the F16744/4 against the other Festina F16744 dial options, and confirm price and availability on the product page.