Festina F16823/A

Festina F16823/A — Festina Quartz Watch (43mm, Blue Dial)

The Festina F16823/A is a men's quartz watch with a 43mm stainless steel case, blue 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 blue dial that doesn't demand much thought once it's on the wrist. 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: 43mm stainless steel, 10.35mm thick
• Dial: Blue
• Crystal: Mineral
• Movement: Quartz (battery-powered)
• Strap: Leather
• Water resistance: 5 ATM (50 metres)
• Warranty: International

How the F16823/A Compares

There's no sibling dial variant listed for this reference right now — what's shown is the only colourway currently available at this case size within Festina's range.

Care Tips

Beyond keeping it away from major impacts, there's little upkeep involved — just budget for a battery replacement every 1–3 years or so. The mineral crystal handles everyday knocks fine but is softer than sapphire, so it's worth keeping away from sand, tools, or rough surfaces if you want the face to stay pristine. 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? Pool swimming sits comfortably within this rating. Showers are fine occasionally, but daily hot showers over years will wear seals faster than the number alone implies.

Does this watch need a battery? Roughly 1–3 years is typical for a quartz movement in this class, though actual life depends on use — this is general industry guidance rather than a figure confirmed for this specific reference.

Is the F16823/A a men watch, or can anyone wear it? It's marketed as a men's at 43mm, though case size alone doesn't restrict who can wear it.

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