Lacoste
Lisbon Navy-Face Watch
The Lacoste Lisbon is an analog wristwatch featuring a three-hand quartz movement. It has a 42 mm stainless steel case with water resistance to 5 ATM, an embossed-check navy dial, and a 20 mm stainless steel band with a single-fold deployment clasp. It comes with a signature storage box.
- Color
- Navy
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Style
- classic, casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Watches
Color
Size
Specifications
Lacoste Lisbon watch with quartz movement, stainless steel case, navy embossed-check face, and stainless steel mesh band.
Three-hand quartz movement, 42 mm stainless steel case, water-resistant to 5 ATM, embossed-check navy face, mesh-like stainless steel band with deployment clasp.
- Color
- Navy · blue
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Style
- classic, casual
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, business-casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Watches
Additional Attributes
- Three-hand quartz movement
- 42 mm stainless steel case
- Water-resistant (5 ATM)
- Embossed-check navy face
- Mesh-like 20 mm stainless steel band with single-fold deployment clasp
- Signature storage box included
Product Insights
The Lacoste Lisbon Navy-Face Watch combines a Seiko Y121 quartz movement (36-month battery, hacking seconds) with a breathable mesh bracelet and sliding clasp for micro-adjustment, keeping the 51 g, 8.5 mm slim case comfortable under cuffs. The flat mineral crystal and embossed-check dial offer distortion-free legibility, but the crystal scratches (replacement $10–$30) and the mesh can snag arm hair. With 5 ATM water resistance safe only for splashes and no luminous hands, it trades low-light readability and scratch resistance for a light, ventilated, formal-friendly design rooted in Lacoste's tennis heritage.
- Movement
Seiko Y121 quartz movement with hacking seconds and 36-month battery life
Why this is supported
The Lacoste Lisbon is equipped with a Seiko Y121 quartz movement. Official specifications list:
| Movement Brand | Seiko |
watch.co.uk, and:
| Movement part nr. | Y121 (See specifications) Download manual (English) |
watch.co.uk. It also offers hacking seconds:
| Hackable | YES |
watch.co.uk. Battery life is rated at 36 months:
| Battery life | 36 months |
watch.co.uk, using a Renata R377 cell:
| Battery | Renata R377 377 / SR626SW / SG4 Battery |
watch.co.uk. These features confirm a reliable, serviceable movement with a long service interval.
- Breathability
Mesh weave allows air to circulate, reducing sweat buildup.
Why this is supported
The open-link design lets air circulate against the wrist.
the weave allows my skin to vent and not sweat.
forums.macrumors.comThis reduces moisture accumulation during extended wear, making the bracelet more comfortable than solid-link alternatives.
- Hair pulling
Mesh bracelet can tug and snag arm hair.
Why this is supported
The fine mesh weave is known to catch arm hair.
Mesh bracelet may pull arm hair
oneshop.co.zaAnd a wearer confirms:
I'm surprised how much the Milanese loop pulls my hair. I expected some, but it's like anytime it moves.
forums.macrumors.comThis is a known trade-off of Milanese-style mesh bracelets.
- Sizing
Sliding clasp enables stepless micro-adjustment for a precise fit.
Why this is supported
The bracelet uses a sliding deployment clasp that allows stepless adjustment.
Fitted with an easy-to-use sliding clasp
ocarat.comThis eliminates the need for link removal, and a Q&A confirms:
Sizing is adjusted via the clasp rather than by adding/removing links; no extra links are included.
How is the band sized? Does it come with extra links or is it a mesh strap that adjusts via the clasp?The clasp also engages securely, as described by a product listing:
Comfortable mesh bracelet with secure clasp
oneshop.co.zaand the narrow 20 mm strap mount prevents the band from flaring outward, keeping the fit clean.
- Lightness
51 g case head keeps the watch light and prevents top-heavy sensation.
Why this is supported
The case head weighs only 51 grams.
At 51.00 g, it delivers all-day wearing comfort.
ocarat.comThis ensures the watch remains balanced and reduces the risk of it rotating on the wrist.
- Water resistance
5 ATM rating is safe for splashes and hand washing but not swimming, per Lacoste's own guidance.
Why this is supported
In short: no swimming, no diving, and no extended contact with water.
ocarat.comNo, the crown is not screw-down. It is a standard push-pull crown, which is typical for a watch with 5 ATM (50m) water resistance.
Is the crown screw-down?Seals degrade over time — water resistance should be tested every 1–2 years.
watchdirect.com.auWater Resistance: 3ATM
luxmrkt.ca), making it suitable for daily exposure to rain and hand washing without worry.
- Durability
Mineral glass scratches more but shatters less than sapphire.
Why this is supported
In daily life, that means sapphire is far less likely to collect the light scuffs and haze that can make an older watch look tired.
watchesformen.netSapphire resists scratching better, but it can crack or shatter if hit hard enough. Mineral crystal is more likely to scratch first than break.
watchesformen.netThis trade-off means the crystal may develop surface scratches over time but is less prone to catastrophic shattering.
- Replacement cost
Scratched mineral crystal must be replaced rather than polished, costing $10–$30.
Why this is supported
| Replacement cost (typical aftermarket) | $30–$80 | $10–$30 | $5–$20 |
weknowwatches.comThe relevant cost for mineral crystal is $10–$30, making it a budget-friendly life-cycle service.
- Crystal shape
Flat crystal eliminates optical distortion, maintaining legibility from all angles.
Why this is supported
| Crystal Shape | Flat |
ocarat.comThis design avoids the optical distortion common with domed crystals, keeping the dial crisp from any viewing angle.
- Slim profile
8.5mm case with flush crown and snap-on back slides under cuffs.
Why this is supported
The case depth is consistently reported around 8.5mm to 8.7mm:
8.5mm depth keeps the profile slim
thecoolhour.comand
just 8.7mm deep
thecoolhour.com. The crown is a push-pull type confirmed by
Pull crown
mastersintime.comand the case back uses a
Snap on
mastersintime.comconstruction, both eliminating extra bulk. The 20mm lug width (
20 mm
mastersintime.com) with straight strap mount keeps the line steady on the wrist. These proportions combine, as one source notes,
the proportions read versatile rather than novelty
thecoolhour.com, enabling the watch to sit unobtrusively under tight shirt cuffs.
- Weight
Steel case weighs 51g, minimizing wrist fatigue.
Why this is supported
The weight is precisely measured:
At 51.00 g, it delivers all-day wearing comfort
ocarat.com. This low mass prevents the watch from pulling on the wrist or causing top-heavy imbalance.
- Dial
The embossed-check pattern reads as solid navy from a distance, adding close-up texture without visual clash.
Why this is supported
The embossed check pattern gives the dial close-up texture while appearing as a solid navy from a distance, as described:
keeps the face interesting up close but neutral from a distance
Navy dial versatility and outfit pairings — embossed_check_navy_dialThis pattern echoes Lacoste's polo shirt fabric, with the listing specifying an
Embossed-check navy face
stylight.ca.
- Light play
The brushed finish creates a subtle, directional shimmer that shifts with wrist movement, suitable for business and formal wear.
Why this is supported
The brushed finish creates a moving shimmer:
Its brushed finish plays with light, creating a stunning visual effect with every movement.
ocarat.comHowever, this light play remains understated compared to a bright sunburst, as one analysis notes it is
unlike a flashy radial sunburst, this understated light play keeps the navy dial business-appropriate
Embossed check dial and light play — brushed_under_finish.
- Legibility
Flat mineral crystal, raised hour markers, and no date window ensure a clean, legible dial despite the embossed texture.
Why this is supported
The flat mineral crystal eliminates dome distortion, keeping the dial pattern clear at all angles. The applied silver hour markers are raised above the textured surface,
The applied indices deliver crisp legibility, while the minute track marks the passage of time with refined precision.
ocarat.comAdditionally, the deliberate absence of a date window preserves a symmetrical face—
The three-hand configuration — hours, minutes, seconds, no date — keeps the face as uncluttered as a classic dress watch
Navy dial versatility and outfit pairings — clean_three_hand_layout.
- Performance
Seiko movement and 5 ATM water resistance outclass competitors.
Why this is supported
The Seiko Y121 caliber in the Lisbon is a hacking quartz movement with a 36-month battery life, verified by watch.co.uk:
| Movement Brand | Seiko |
watch.co.uk. Its 5 ATM water resistance exceeds the 3 ATM of the Skagen Archer, per luxmrkt.ca:
Water Resistance: 3ATM
luxmrkt.ca. However, the push-pull crown and manufacturer guidance caution against actual swimming:
no swimming, no diving, and no extended contact with water
ocarat.com. The crown is described as a standard push-pull type:
No, the crown is not screw-down. It is a standard push-pull crown
Is the crown screw-down?- Comfort
Slim case and adjustable mesh bracelet ensure all-day comfort; mesh may pull hair.
Why this is supported
The watch case measures 42mm in diameter and just 8.7mm deep, with a weight of 51g for the head, contributing to a slim profile that slides under cuffs (
The 42mm stainless-steel case sits clean and balanced, just 8.7mm deep
thecoolhour.com;
At 51.00 g, it delivers all-day wearing comfort.
ocarat.com). The Milanese mesh bracelet allows airflow, reducing sweat (
the weave allows my skin to vent and not sweat.
forums.macrumors.com), and its sliding clasp enables stepless sizing (
Fitted with an easy-to-use sliding clasp
ocarat.com). However, the fine mesh can catch arm hair (
Mesh bracelet may pull arm hair
oneshop.co.za; buyer reports confirm it: '
I'm surprised how much the Milanese loop pulls my hair
forums.macrumors.com'.
- Value
Lacoste's heritage and Seiko movement justify the CAD 240 price over Skagen and DW.
Why this is supported
Founded in 1933 by tennis legend René Lacoste, the brand brings a sport-luxe credibility that younger minimalist brands lack (
Lacoste is a storied French heritage brand known for its chic, sporty aesthetic and iconic polo shirts. Originally founded in 1933 by tennis legend René Lacoste
thecoolhour.com). The CAD 240 price point is higher than the Skagen Archer and Daniel Wellington Classic Mesh, but the investment buys a Seiko Y121 movement and a distinctive embossed-check dial, making it a better long-term value. Reviewers note the Skagen is
at a fraction of the cost
How it stacks up against similar men's watches — skagen_archer_skw6108, but the Lisbon's superior components justify the premium.
- Case slimness
8.5–8.7 mm case slides under a dress shirt cuff without catching.
Why this is supported
The case thickness is described as
8.5mm depth keeps the profile slim
thecoolhour.comand
The 42mm stainless-steel case sits clean and balanced, just 8.7mm deep
thecoolhour.com. The 51-gram weight
At 51.00 g, it delivers all-day wearing comfort
ocarat.com, supporting cuff-friendly wear. The crown and case back are
Pull crown
mastersintime.comand
Snap on
mastersintime.com, minimizing protrusions. The proportions
the proportions read versatile rather than novelty
thecoolhour.com.
- Bracelet
Sliding clasp enables 160–210 mm fit; mesh weaves ventilate wrist.
Why this is supported
The bracelet is
Fitted with an easy-to-use sliding clasp
ocarat.com, accommodating wrists from
160 mm - 210 mm
mastersintime.com. Buyers note that
the weave allows my skin to vent and not sweat
forums.macrumors.com. A known trade-off:
Mesh bracelet may pull arm hair
oneshop.co.za.
- Low-light readability
No luminous hands or markers; requires light to read in dim settings.
Why this is supported
The watch
No, the hands and hour markers are not luminous.
Are the hands and hour markers luminous?Without lume, the time is not readable in dim environments without an external light source.
- Heritage
Watch carries Lacoste's 1933 tennis heritage through its embossed crocodile-scale dial.
Why this is supported
Lacoste's heritage begins with its founding in 1933 by tennis legend René Lacoste —
Originally founded in 1933 by tennis legend René Lacoste
thecoolhour.com— and that heritage is directly woven into the Lisbon's dial design:
a direct visual callback to the brand's iconic polo shirt
How it stacks up against similar men's watches — embossed_crocodile_scale_dialThis means the watch carries brand identity even without the logo:
so the watch telegraphs 'Lacoste' before the logo is ever read
How it stacks up against similar men's watches — embossed_crocodile_scale_dial
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Stainless-steel analog wristwatch shown face-on with a dark navy circular dial, applied silver hour markers, three central hands, and a linked metal bracelet.
- Dial shape and finishCircular flat dial with a smooth dark navy finish and a narrow outer minute track.
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.18 · w 0.62 · h 0.53 (high) - Hour markersApplied slim rectangular silver hour indices at each hour position, slightly raised from the dial surface.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.19 · w 0.58 · h 0.50 (high) - HandsThree central hands: short silver hour hand, longer silver minute hand, and a thin straight white seconds hand extending to the minute track.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.25 · w 0.40 · h 0.45 (high) - Logo on dialSmall applied silver crocodile logo positioned below the 12 o'clock index.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.22 · w 0.10 · h 0.07 (high) - Dial text“LACOSTE”
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.48 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high) - Case material and finishRound stainless-steel case with a brushed finish on the lug tops and a polished bezel edge.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high) - CrownKnurled circular crown located at the 3 o'clock position, matching the metal finish of the case.
1 region
x 0.84 · y 0.37 · w 0.06 · h 0.12 (high) - Bracelet styleFive-link stainless-steel bracelet with alternating polished and brushed surfaces and a central multi-link pattern visible above and below the case.
2 regions
x 0.33 · y 0.00 · w 0.34 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.66 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Crystal and edge detailSlightly domed clear crystal with a thin polished bezel visible around the dial perimeter.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high)
Other
Studio-style front-on product shot on a light neutral background with a soft shadow beneath the watch; image is well centered and evenly lit.
- Background and shadowUniform light gray background with a soft diffused shadow directly beneath the lower bracelet.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.70 · w 1.00 · h 0.30 (high) - Shot compositionWatch photographed straight-on, centered vertically, showing full face and portions of bracelet above and below.
- LightingEven diffuse lighting with soft specular highlights on metal surfaces and minimal harsh shadows.
Colors
navy blue· dial#162A4Bstainless steel silver· case and bracelet metal#C4C5C4white· seconds hand- Dial shape and finishCircular flat dial with a smooth dark navy finish and a narrow outer minute track.
- 02
Product
Close-up rear view of a metal watch showing the linked bracelet, fold-over clasp with engraved crocodile motif, and the watch case back with partial engraving.
- Bracelet link patternMulti-row metal bracelet composed of five visible horizontal rows of rectangular links forming a woven pattern across the band.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.45 · w 0.86 · h 0.43 (high) - Material and finishPolished stainless-steel appearance with high reflectivity on outer link faces and slightly softer sheen on inner links, producing subtle contrast between link rows.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.58 · w 0.75 · h 0.30 (high) - Fold-over claspRectangular fold-over clasp centered on the visible band with a push-button release tab at the top edge of the clasp.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.63 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (high) - Engraved logo on claspRaised or etched crocodile logo centered on the clasp face.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Case back geometryRound metal case back visible at upper right with concentric circular engraving rings near the edge.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.08 · w 0.44 · h 0.36 (high) - Case back text areaMultiple lines of engraved text and markers around the perimeter of the case back; most characters are shallow and partially legible in this view.Partial
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.12 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (medium)
Other
Studio close-up on a light neutral background with soft, diffuse lighting and small specular highlights on the metal surfaces.
- Shot compositionTight detail crop focusing on the band and clasp with the watch case back entering the frame at upper right; background occupies top-left negative space.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsSoft diffuse light with localized specular highlights along polished link faces and the case rim, and soft shadowing beneath the bracelet.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.50 · w 0.80 · h 0.45 (high) - Visible fine text legibilitySmall engraved text on the case back is present but only partially readable at this resolution and angle.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.12 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (medium) - Background and surfaceUniform light grey background with no visible props or packaging elements.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.30 (high)
Colors
polished silver· bracelet and clasp#C5C3C3metallic silver· case back rim and face#C3BDBA- Bracelet link patternMulti-row metal bracelet composed of five visible horizontal rows of rectangular links forming a woven pattern across the band.