Tommy Hilfiger Ari 1781979 Women's Watch – 39mm Navy Dial Leather Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Tommy Hilfiger 1781979 Ari Tommy Hilfiger 1781979 watch is a 39mm women's quartz watch with a round stainless-steel case, navy dial and matching leather strap. Its day, date and 24-hour displays add practical functionality, while luminous hands and indices help with low-light readability. The 30m water-resistance rating is suited to light exposure rather than swimming.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Lightweight 46g design for comfortable everyday wear
- ✓ Useful information at a glance
- ✓ A versatile, coordinated appearance
- ✓ Reading the time in low light
Key Specifications
- Weight
- 46g
- Crystal
- Mineral
- Movement
- Quartz
- Functions
- Hours, minutes, seconds, date, day and 24-hour display
- Dial colour
- Navy
- Strap colour
- Navy
- Case diameter
- 39mm
- Case material
- Stainless steel
- Case thickness
- 8mm
- Strap material
- Leather
- Luminous display
- Yes
- Water resistance
- 30m (3 ATM)
- Manufacturer product code
- 1781979
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ A good fit for shoppers wanting a fashion-led women's quartz watch for work and weekend outfits.
- ✓ Suitable for those who prefer a medium-to-large 39mm case and a lightweight feel.
- ✓ Useful for anyone who values day, date and 24-hour calendar information.
- ✓ Appropriate for light rain and hand washing, within the stated water-resistance limits.
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Design and comfort
The Ari uses a 39mm round stainless-steel case with an 8mm thickness, giving it a noticeable but not overly bulky wrist presence. Its navy dial, navy leather strap and crystal-set fixed bezel create a coordinated look that can work with both business and casual clothing.
At 46g, it is relatively light for an everyday watch. The pin buckle provides a familiar, uncomplicated way to secure the leather strap.
Functions and readability
The quartz movement keeps the operation straightforward, while the listed functions include hours, minutes, seconds, date, day and a 24-hour display. These additional indications make the watch more practical than a basic three-hand design.
Luminous hands and indices are included for low-light visibility. The mineral crystal provides a conventional balance of everyday protection and practicality, although the available information does not establish a specialist or highly impact-resistant construction.
Water resistance and ownership
The 30m (3 ATM) rating is intended for light exposure such as rain and hand washing. It should not be treated as suitable for swimming, showering or prolonged immersion.
The leather strap and navy finish give the watch a distinctive style, but buyers wanting maximum resistance to water or a more hard-wearing sports design may be better served by another type of watch.
Research note: this BestBuysUK assessment is based on the manufacturer's published specifications and other reputable technical sources. Specifications and retailer availability can change, so verify critical details before purchase.

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