This striking kitchen timer takes some of the guesswork out of cooking. Simply twist the top half of the unit to gradually reveal an easy-to-read analogue dial, stopping when you reach the required number of minutes & seconds (up to 1hr). Release the bezel & the unit begins counting down, leaving you free to concentrate on other tasks. The graphic dial means that you can monitor progress at a glance, even from a distance, & when the time is up, a classic alarm bell sounds to attract your attention. The unit has a silky, soft-touch finish & is available in a range of colours. No batteries required.