Akzent men's watch gold-tone dial metal bracelet 42 mm

Most watches at this size are plain steel or black. This Akzent men's watch takes a different route: a gold-tone dial set in a rose-coloured metal case, paired with a silver-coloured metal bracelet. The result is a warmer, more distinctive face than a basic three-hand quartz, while the layout stays simple and easy to read, with Arabic numerals on the dial.

Case, glass and water resistance

The round metal case measures 42 mm across and 9 mm thick, which suits most men's wrists. The crystal is mineral glass, which resists scratches better than plastic. Water resistance is rated 3 ATM, so splashes are fine, but showering, bathing and swimming are not. The watch weighs 99 g. Inside is a PC32 quartz movement with an analogue display. It needs no winding, and the only upkeep is replacing the battery from time to time.

Bracelet and fit

The silver-coloured metal bracelet is made of links and closes with a clasp. It is 22 cm long overall and sits 22 mm between the lugs, the measurement to know if you ever swap straps. To shorten it, you remove links, and our watch size guide explains how. Keep any links you take out in case you need them later.

With its dressed-up dial and a case that is not oversized, it works as an everyday watch, at the office or at the weekend.