The dial is black with visible247 illumination technology (10 minutes of light exposure yields 10 hours of glow) and it features conservatively sized, index hour markers and white accents silver tone luminous unique shaped hands for optimum readability. This piece has a mineral crystal for scratch resistance. Driving this fine watch is Japanese made Miyota 2039 quartz mechanism. The water resistance comes in at 50 meters. The 420Waldos W1002 watch is brand new in its original packaging and is backed by a 1 year manufacturer's limited warranty.