Raptor men's watch 48.5 mm black steel bracelet

Black on black is the quiet way to wear a large watch. This Raptor men's watch pairs a black dial with a black case and a black stainless steel bracelet, so it sits comfortably with dark suits, grey knitwear or a plain white shirt and jeans without ever shouting for attention.

Case, dial and movement

The round metal case measures 48.5 mm across and 13 mm thick, with a mineral glass. It is a big, solid format that suits a broad wrist. The black dial gives good contrast with the hands, and simple line indexes mark the hours without cluttering the face. Inside is a VD53 quartz movement with an analogue display: accurate, no winding, and only the battery to replace now and then. Water resistance is 3 ATM, which covers splashes. Take it off before a shower or a swim.

Bracelet and fit

The stainless steel bracelet is made of black links and closes with a deployant clasp that secures the watch with a click. Width between the lugs is 22 mm, useful to know if you ever fancy a change of strap, and the overall length is 23.5 cm. To shorten it, you simply remove links, and it is worth keeping any you take out. Our watch size guide explains how to do it step by step. With a weight of 188 g, it has a reassuring presence on the wrist.

In daily life it moves easily from the office to the weekend: the metal bracelet looks as right under a shirt cuff as it does with a casual jacket and jeans.