Raptor brown ladies' watch 41 mm gold-tone dial

Looking for a present that feels thoughtful rather than predictable? This Raptor watch is the kind of gift that gets a genuine smile. It is made of wood, so nobody else will be wearing quite the same one, and that is a lovely thing to give someone who likes things with a bit of character.

The dial is gold-tone, bright and easy to read at a glance. Slim hour markers keep it uncluttered, and small zirconium oxide stones catch the light whenever the wrist moves. Against the brown of the case and bracelet, the warm gold-tone looks rich without being showy.

The round case is made of zebrano wood and measures 41 mm across and 10 mm thick. Wood is naturally light, which makes a watch of this size comfortable to wear all day, and every case has its own pattern of veining, so yours will be one of a kind. It is a confident size, a good match for anyone who likes a watch that is noticed.

The brown bracelet is 20 mm wide and closes with a deployant clasp that fastens in one click. It is made of links, so you can shorten it by removing a few. If you are unsure how to go about it, our watch size guide walks you through it. With the watch included, the total length is 23.5 cm.

Inside is a quartz movement, accurate and easy to live with, and the display is analogue. The mineral glass is more scratch-resistant than plastic. Water resistance is 3 ATM, so splashes and hand washing are fine, but take it off for the shower or a swim.

It works with just about everything in a wardrobe, from weekday work outfits to a Saturday night out, which is exactly why it makes such an easy gift to give and such a pleasure to open.