In the growing pantheon of reliable menswear essentials that deliver versatile good looks and classic style, it always pays to be able to know where to look, where to go, where to stop. And it’s never a bad thing when one of the best online retailers for guys happens to stock a thoughtfully curated assortment of the sort of closet staples and everyday carry accessories that one can make work in plenty of different style scenarios.

At least for this Brooklyn writer, Huckberry has long been a retailer that meets the moment with a positively stacked lineup of distinct small-market brands, its own in-house goods and gear, and a healthy respect for some of the best brands for guys on the market, period.

As I tend to say, that’s certainly lofty praise, but it’s with intention and style in mind that Huckberry also sells one of the more affordable, stylish and reliable American watch brands in Timex.

And it’s with that focus in mind that we embark on the search for one of the perfect everyday watches for men, an even better deal if you find yourself searching for a business casual watch you can wear anywhere from the office to a date night to a seasonal wedding.

The watch in question is the fan-favorite Timex Marlin Automatic Watch, this time in a dressy and crisp 40mm build with an eye-catching dial practically made to pair with an Oxford shirt, a navy blazer and stretch chinos — or else with a rugged chambray shirt and classic blue jeans.

The utterly classic style combinations are in no short supply with one of the most affordable dress watches out there, complete with a Timex guarantee of quality that harkens back to its “takes a lickin’, keeps on tickin'” days.

Now, there’s nothing overly flashy or fancy about this version of the Timex Marlin Automatic Watch, a line the American watchmaker has been building for years, both in its own right and via the likes of collaborations with iconic American designer Todd Snyder.

This version of the Timex Marlin Automatic Watch is perfectly suited to team with Huckberry’s recent Smart Casual collection — an assortment of tailored trousers, natural-shoulder blazers, expertly cut Oxford shirts and luxe loafers for wedding season and beyond.

And speaking of this version: Cut-out numeral windows at 12, 3, 6 and 9-o’clock offer striking distinction and perhaps a touch of late Mid-Century Modern style, while its stainless steel case resists scratches and corrosion. The 1969 Timex Viscount Collection in fact serves as hearty inspiration for this highly dependable and price-minded dress watch, available on both a tan strap or a black strap in contrast to its crisp silver-tone dial.

For some serious bang for your buck and for style that won’t quit, opt for a fresh everyday dress watch by way of the Timex Marlin Automatic Watch.