Thunderbirds chronograph watch for men black dial 47 mm

If you are looking for a gift for a man who likes his watches big and a little technical, this Thunderbirds chronograph is a good place to start. It has a 47 mm round case in silver-tone stainless steel, a black dial and a date window, and it arrives in a presentation box, so it is ready to hand over.

Reading it and using it

The black dial gives the hands plenty of contrast, which keeps the time easy to read at a glance. The date sits in its own window, and the sub-dials add extra readings. The chronograph is started, stopped and reset with the pushers, so timing a call, a walk or a cup of tea takes no fuss. Inside is a Miyota 6S20 quartz movement, which keeps accurate time without any winding. When the battery eventually weakens, a watchmaker can replace it and check the seals at the same time.

Size and case

At 47 mm across and 15 mm thick, this is a large, solid watch, best suited to broader wrists or to anyone who simply enjoys a big presence on the arm. If you are unsure about the fit, our watch size guide will help you decide. The case is stainless steel with a mineral crystal, and the water resistance is 5 ATM, which means it copes with rain and splashes but is not meant for swimming.

Bracelet and clasp

The silver-tone steel bracelet is made of links, and you can shorten it by removing a few. Keep the spare links safe in case you need them later. The deployant clasp has a safety mechanism that prevents it from opening by accident. The lug width is 22 mm, worth noting if you ever want a replacement strap.

It works from Monday morning to Sunday afternoon, with a sporty, technical look that suits a shirt as easily as a casual jumper. A watch like this tends to become the one he reaches for first.