I think it is expensive for a watch that doesn't have a proper fastening!.
Funny how different things appeal to us all its the fact that there isnt a fastening that I like, I have lupus so fiddling with clips and catches is literally a real pain for me. The fact that this watch doesnt have this is one of the reasons I bought it. Its not an everyday watch so I guess the " price per wear" may be a bit higher but I do love pearls and have wanted a pearl watch for ages but have only ever seen ones with fiddly catches so was pleased that this one didnt
I agree that they couldnt have much stock in for the black and silver to sell out so quickly and the rose has gone now as well.