The name ?Airfield? doesn?t leave much to the imagination, and no, that?s not a bad thing. Blending the aesthetic and functionality of both pilot (?air) and field watches (?field?), sits Raven?s newest watch, the Airfield. It?s a 40mm steel timepiece that harmoniously integrates the styles and features of two well-loved categories of watches into a sturdy, and cohesive package. Every time I handle a Raven, it pleasantly surprises me. Not that I expect a watch to be junky or cheap feeling every time I pick one up, but there?s always something about the build quality, finishing, and pleasant heft that stands out when strapping a Raven to your wrist. Let?s dig in and take a closer look at this new watch from one of the longest standing heavy hitters in the micro brand category. First up, some specs:

$590

Review: The New Raven Airfield
Case
Stainless Steel

Movement
NH36

Dial
Black, White, or Green

Lume
Super-Luminova

Lens
Single domed sapphire, AR inside

Strap
Bracelet

Water Resistance
200m

Dimensions
40x48mm

Thickness
14mm

Lug Width
20mm

Crown
Screw Down

Warranty
Yes

Price
$590

Case

Instead of going the traditional smaller route of a field watch, or being oversized like a pilot?s watch, the Airfield sits right in the middle at a comfortable 40mm thick. Lug to lug measures in at 48mm, placing the watch firmly in the mid-sized category. This watch does feel a little bit thick at 13mm, and I think that?s mostly due t...