Raptor watch for men 53 mm steel bracelet

The first thing you notice is the colour pairing: a deep blue dial set inside a gold-tone case, on a matching gold-tone steel bracelet. This is the Raptor "Lucius", a round quartz men's watch with a 53 mm case, and it is not a shy piece. It has presence from the first glance, and it is meant to.

Reading the dial

The blue dial keeps things easy to read, with simple baton hour markers that mark the time without crowding the face. The display is analogue, with a mineral glass that stands up to scratches better than plastic would. Inside, a Miyota 2035 quartz movement keeps the time accurate without any upkeep. When the battery eventually runs low, have it replaced by a watchmaker, who can also check the seals.

Size and water resistance

At 53 mm across and 13.5 mm thick, this is a large watch with real volume, best suited to wider wrists or anyone who likes a big watch. If you are unsure how that will sit on you, our watch size guide explains how to judge it. Water resistance is 3 ATM, which covers rain and washing your hands. Showers, baths and swimming are not for this one.

On the wrist

The steel bracelet is made of links, so you can adjust the fit by removing one or more of them. Keep any you take out, as they may come in handy later. A deployant clasp closes the bracelet easily and holds the watch securely on your wrist when you open it. Total length is 25 cm, and the gap between the lugs is 26 mm, worth noting if you ever want a spare strap.

Gold-tone watches do get noticed, and this one wears that confidently. It suits everyday use, from the office through to the weekend, whenever you want something with a bit of character on your wrist.