Raptor men's watch 39 mm

At 39 mm across and 8 mm thick, this Raptor men's watch sits close to the wrist without feeling lost on it. It is a round quartz watch with an analogue display, a silver-tone case and a brown dial, and the size is a comfortable middle ground for most men. If you are unsure where 39 mm lands on your own wrist, the watch size guide will help you decide.

Reading it and running it

The brown dial uses Arabic numerals, so you can read the time at a glance, even when you are on the move. Inside is a GL32 quartz movement, which keeps steady time with no winding and no fuss. When the battery runs out, a watchmaker can replace it and check the seals while the case is open. The mineral glass stands up to scratches better than plastic would. Water resistance is limited to splashes, so a rainy walk to the station or washing your hands is fine, but showers, baths and swimming are not.

Bracelet and fit

The brown link bracelet closes with a deployant clasp, which snaps shut in one move and keeps the watch on your wrist when you open it. To shorten it, you remove links (the size guide explains how), and it is worth keeping the spare ones. The total length is 22.5 cm, and the gap between the lugs is 18 mm, a figure to note down if you ever shop for a replacement strap.

With its warm brown and silver tones, it suits the office just as well as a weekend out, and it slips easily into a wardrobe of classic men's watches.