Cheap women's silver-tone watch, Roman numerals, 36 mm metal

At 36 mm across and 9 mm deep, this round Excellanc watch sits as a medium-sized piece on the wrist: large enough to be noticed, slim enough to slide under a cuff. The metal case is paired with a metal bracelet 18 mm wide, and the whole watch measures 20 cm end to end. If you are unsure whether that suits your wrist, the watch size guide explains how to compare measurements.

The silver-tone dial is bright and easy to read, with Roman numerals giving it a classic feel that does not date. It is a women's watch with a clean, uncluttered face, so it goes with most outfits, from a Monday meeting to a Saturday evening out. At this price it is also inexpensive enough to make a sensible gift, whether for a birthday or simply to please someone.

Inside is a quartz movement with an analogue display, simple and accurate. When the battery runs out, a watchmaker can replace it in a few minutes. The bracelet is made of links and is adjusted by removing one or more of them. A deployant clasp closes it with a single click.