This watch is exactly as it appears in the photo, it shines and has no blemishes or scratches in the band.  I am a petite woman, very small wrists and small hands and have been looking for a moderately-sized watch.  I was hesitant about ordering something I could not try on first, but this watch manages to incorporate an updated and stylish look with a slimmer profile than many other the watches I have considered. It is not at all clunky and is easy to read and comfortable to wear.  I haven't experienced any skin pinching or wrist hair grabbing!