Raptor silver-tone ladies' watch 38 mm leather strap

At 38 mm across and just 8 mm thick, the Raptor sits on the wrist with a confident presence without ever feeling bulky. The case is round, which keeps the proportions classic, and it suits a slim wrist as comfortably as a broader one.

The silver-tone dial is bright and easy to read, with round hour markers that keep things neat and uncluttered. The metal case is the same silver tone, so the whole face looks calm and consistent. It is the kind of dial you glance at and instantly understand.

Then there is the strap, which is what gives this watch its warmth. It is blue leather, 18 mm wide, and it softens as you wear it, so it gradually shapes itself to your wrist. Blue against silver is a lovely pairing, and it works as easily with a crisp shirt as with a chunky knit.

The pin buckle clasp lets you set the length hole by hole until it feels right. Fully extended, the watch measures 24 cm, and it weighs only 36 g, so you may well forget you have it on.

Inside is a Miyota 2035 quartz movement, accurate and low-fuss. Apart from a new battery now and then, there is nothing to look after. A mineral glass protects the dial from the small knocks of everyday life. Water resistance is 3 ATM, which means rain is no problem, but it should stay off your wrist in the shower or the pool.

If this one has caught your eye and you would like to compare, our silver-tone watches for women offer plenty of other styles to browse.