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Michael Kors MK8280 Men's Watch – 45mm Blue Dial Stainless Steel
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The Lexington Chronograph is built around a 45mm case of 316L stainless steel, 13mm deep, with a fixed fluted bezel that gives the proportions a distinctly architectural quality. The navy sunburst dial is organised around three chronograph sub-dials tracking seconds, minutes, and hours, with a date window between four and five o'clock. Luminescent silver-toned baton hands sit alongside a single Roman numeral at twelve. The scratch-resistant mineral crystal sits above a solid screw-down case back. The bracelet follows a Jubilee-style link construction in matching stainless steel, running 22mm at the lugs and fastening with a push-button deployment clasp. Water resistance is rated to 100 metres. Power comes from a Japanese JS25 quartz calibre.
- Reference
- MK8280
- Brand
- Michael Kors
- Case size
- 45mm
- Case thickness
- 13mm
- Lug width
- 22mm
- Case material
- Stainless steel
- Case shape
- Round
- Dial
- Blue
- Crystal
- Mineral
- Movement
- Quartz
- Calibre
- JS25
- Functions
- Chronograph, Date
- Water resistance
- 100m
- Bracelet / strap
- Stainless steel bracelet
- Strap colour
- Silver
- Clasp
- Deployant clasp
- Lume
- Luminous
- Retailer
- WATCH & WATCH
Learn more about Michael Kors
Michael Kors founded his label in New York in 1981 and built it on accessible American luxury. The watches are produced under licence by Fossil Group and have been among the highest-volume fashion watches sold worldwide.
The design leans decorative: gold and rose gold plating, pavé crystal settings, oversized chronograph subdials that are frequently non-functional, and bracelets that echo the jewellery line. Movements are quartz.
These are styling-led accessories, priced accordingly, and they are honest about what they are.
- 1981
- Michael Kors launches his label in New York.
- 2004
- Fossil Group begins producing the watch line.
- 2018
- Parent company renames itself Capri Holdings.
Also in 5 collections
This watch appears in Back in Stock (3,914), Stainless Steel Watches (2,994), Chronograph Watches (1,190), Watches 44mm and Over (837) and Blue Dial Watches (826).
What the specifications mean
Strengths
- 100m water resistance covers swimming and watersports
- Luminous hands and markers for low light
- Sits in the lower half of Michael Kors's range as we list it
Worth knowing
- 45mm is a large watch with real presence
Michael Kors MK8280 alternatives
Watches from other brands at a similar price, style and size, so you can see what else your budget can buy.
| Specification |  MK8280 | RM327JX9 | W0247G3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £129 | £120 | £119 |
| Case size | 45mm | 45mm | 45mm |
| Water resistance | 100m | 100m | 100m |
| Movement | Quartz | Quartz | Quartz |
| Strap | Stainless steel bracelet | Stainless steel bracelet | Silicone strap |
| This watch | Closely matched | Closely matched |
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Frequently asked questions, and things you should know about this watch
Can I swim with it?
Yes. At 100m it is rated for swimming and snorkelling, though not for diving.
Water resistance explainedWill the glass scratch?
It can, over time. Mineral glass handles daily wear but will pick up fine scratches that sapphire would not.
Sapphire, mineral and acrylic comparedDoes it need a battery?
Yes. It is quartz, so expect a battery change every two to three years at a jeweller.
Quartz, automatic and solar comparedWhat size strap does it take?
22mm. Any strap of that width will fit, and on most modern watches quick-release bars make the swap a two-minute job with no tools.
Is it a men's or women's watch?
Listed as men's.
Cheapest place to buy
WATCH & WATCH is the only UK retailer we track stocking this reference, so there is nothing to compare it against today.
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