Lee Cooper LC08236.290 Men's Dark Blue Dial Two-Tone 42mm Watch

The Lee Cooper LC08236.290 is a men's two-tone watch with a 42mm super metal case, a dark blue dial and a silver stainless steel bracelet. Silver and gold plating on the case gives it a finish that sits easily with weekday office clothes and weekend outfits, while a quartz date movement keeps the calendar side simple.

Wear it through a working week and the case stays light on the wrist, since super metal is an alloy rather than solid steel. The mineral glass over the dial takes the knocks that come from desk edges and door handles, and the 3 ATM rating covers rain and hand washing. A date display shows the day of the month, and the deployment clasp lets you put the dark blue dial two-tone watch on without undoing the bracelet each time. It arrives in a presentation box with warranty documentation.

Key features and benefits of the Lee Cooper LC08236.290

• 42mm case: The round case measures 42mm in diameter, sitting between dress-watch and sports-watch proportions. That size gives the dial room to stay legible without crowding a shirt cuff.
• Super metal case: Super metal is a light alloy used for the case, and it resists corrosion. The lower weight makes a metal watch comfortable to wear from morning to evening.
• Two-tone silver and gold plating: The case carries both silver and gold plating. You can wear it alongside either metal colour elsewhere, so it does not lock you into one set of accessories.
• Dark blue round dial: The dial is finished in dark blue with contrasting hands. The colour reads as near-neutral in an office but still adds something to a plain shirt.
• Quartz date movement: A battery-driven quartz movement runs the watch and shows the date. Quartz timekeeping needs no winding, and the date saves you reaching for your phone.
• Mineral glass: Mineral glass covers the dial and handles everyday scuffs better than acrylic. It keeps the face clear over time with very little attention.
• Stainless steel bracelet: The silver-tone bracelet is stainless steel and can be adjusted by removing links. Steel stands up to daily handling and wipes clean in seconds.
• Deployment clasp: The bracelet closes with a deployment clasp rather than a simple pin buckle. You flip it open and shut, so the bracelet keeps its shape and goes on quickly.
• 3 ATM water resistance: A 3 ATM rating (30 metres) means the watch copes with splashes and rain. Keep it off for swimming, showering and diving.
• Presentation box and documents: The watch arrives in a presentation box with warranty documentation. No spare straps or tools are included, so a link adjustment needs a jeweller or a small link tool.
• 2-year international warranty: Lee Cooper covers manufacturing defects for two years through authorised service centres. Store the paperwork with the box in case the watch ever needs attention.

Who the watch is for

Men who want one watch to cover work and weekends are the natural wearers here. The dark blue dial keeps it from looking strictly formal, the two-tone case lets it sit beside either silver or gold, and the stainless steel bracelet takes daily handling. Because the case is 42mm across, it reads best on medium to large wrists rather than slim ones. Anyone who prefers a battery watch with a date to a mechanical one will find the upkeep straightforward.

• Office days with business casual or a shirt and jacket
• Weekend social events where a subtle lift of colour is welcome
• Daily commuting, where splash resistance matters more than diving depth
• A gift for a man who prefers a metal bracelet to a leather strap
• Travel, when one watch has to cover several kinds of occasion

Less suitable if: you need a watch for swimming, showering or diving. The 3 ATM rating only covers splashes, and no higher rating or screw-down crown is stated for this model.

Watch specifications

Using and caring for the Lee Cooper LC08236.290

A metal bracelet watch with 3 ATM resistance needs little beyond a rinse and a wipe. After a hot day or a walk in the rain, rinse the case and bracelet in fresh water and dry them with a soft cloth, which clears sweat and salt from the links. Set the date with the crown at the first position, then push it fully home so the seal sits as intended.

• Clean the super metal case and stainless steel bracelet with a damp cloth and mild soap, then dry thoroughly before wearing.
• Rinse with fresh water after contact with sweat or salt, since plated surfaces last longer when residue is not left sitting on them.
• Push the crown back in after setting the time or date so moisture cannot reach the movement.
• Keep the watch away from strong magnets such as speaker grilles, which can upset quartz timekeeping.
• Have battery changes done by a professional so the case is sealed properly afterwards.

How to choose the right watch

Four things decide how well a daily watch fits your life: case size, case material, water resistance and bracelet type. This Lee Cooper model has a 42mm case, which suits medium to large wrists, and a super metal case that keeps the weight down compared with solid steel. Its 3 ATM rating covers splashes only, so it is a desk-and-street watch rather than a pool one. The stainless steel bracelet adjusts by removing links, and the two-tone plating pairs with either metal tone.

Frequently asked questions

What is the case made of?

The case is made from super metal, a light alloy that resists corrosion. It is finished with silver and gold plating in a two-tone pattern.

How big is the watch?

The case measures 42mm across, a size that sits comfortably on medium to large wrists. Links can be removed from the stainless steel bracelet to shorten it.

Can I swim in this watch?

No. The 3 ATM rating covers splashes and rain only, so it is not built for swimming, showering or diving.

How do I set the date?

Pull the crown out to the first position and turn it until the correct date shows, then push the crown back in. Adjusting at month end is usually all the date needs.

What is in the box?

You receive the Lee Cooper LC08236.290 watch, a presentation box and the warranty documentation. No spare strap or link tool is included.

How do I shorten the bracelet?

Links are removed from the stainless steel bracelet to reduce its length. A jeweller or a small link tool can do this without damaging the clasp or the pins.

Does it need winding?

No, the quartz date movement runs on a battery and keeps time without winding. When the battery eventually runs down, a professional replacement keeps the case sealed.

How does a two-tone watch differ from a single-colour one?

Two-tone means the case carries both silver and gold plating, so it can be worn with either metal tone. A single-colour watch offers just one finish, which limits what it matches.