Just Watch gold-tone women's watch 32 mm leather strap

If you are looking for a gift for someone who prefers understated jewellery to anything showy, this Just Watch women's watch is a safe and sensible choice. It pairs a gold-tone case with a black leather strap, a combination that suits most wardrobes and does not need explaining to the person opening the box.

The case is round, made of metal, and measures 32 mm across with a thickness of 8 mm. That puts it in the classic size range for a women's watch: present on the wrist without dominating it. The dial is silver-tone, with small dots marking the hours, and the display is analogue. The mineral glass over the dial protects it from the knocks of everyday wear. If you want to compare it with similar styles, you will find them among our gold-tone women's watches.

The strap is black leather, 12 mm wide, and the watch measures 23.5 cm from end to end when laid out. A pin buckle clasp lets you set the length hole by hole, so the fit can be adjusted to the wearer's wrist. The black leather works equally well with jeans and with office clothes, which makes the watch easy to wear every day rather than saving it for occasions.

Inside is a quartz movement, a Miyota 2035, chosen for being accurate and straightforward to live with. There is no winding and no routine beyond changing the battery when the time comes.

Water resistance is rated at 3 ATM. That is enough for rain and splashes, but the watch should be taken off for showers and swimming. As with any leather strap, it will last longer if you keep it dry and away from prolonged moisture.