Lidl launches stylish £15 gift that makes a perfect Father's Day present for every dad – and it comes in four colours
IF you're looking for the perfect Father's Day gift, Lidl may have just the thing.
Scrap those "World's Best Dad" mugs and golf balls, this budget-friendly buy is sure to be a favourite for any father.
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The Auriol Watch is available for just £14.99 from the Lidl middle aisle
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The watch is available in four colours and features an adjustable metal link strap
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Dads are notoriously difficult to shop for, but this practical yet stylish item proves to be a popular accessory for any man.
And you even have options to choose from as it comes in four different colours.
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Shoppers can pick between the black, green, blue, and yellow versions.
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While the silver band remains consistent, the clock face displays the different colours.
The watch consists of a metal casing with a classic steel-link strap.
According to manufactures, the buy has a "precise quartz watch with luminous hands and second hand".
And the product description also explained that the watch is water-resistant to 5 bar.
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The length-adjustable link strap comes with additional links and tool for attachment.
These watches features a clock face diameter of 4cm and come with a three-year warranty.
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You can also pick up a variety of Father's Day buys from the Aldi Specialbuys section.
The retailer has a popular beer dispenser on sale in honour of the special day.
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And how to get a box of eight free beers to celebrate this Father's Day.
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Why do Aldi and Lidl have such fast checkouts
IF you've ever shopped in Aldi or Lidl then you'll probably have experienced its ultra-fast checkout staff.
Aldi's speedy reputation is no mistake, in fact, the supermarket claims that its tills are 40 per cent quicker than rivals.
It's all part of Aldi's plan to be as efficient as possible - and this, the budget shop claims, helps keep costs low for shoppers.
Efficient barcodes on packaging means staff are able to scan items as quickly as possible, with the majority of products having multiple barcodes to speed up the process.
It also uses 'shelf-ready' packaging which keeps costs low when it comes to replenishing stock.
Or check out our Father's Day gift guide, featuring 20 tried and tested products.
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Plus, a major UK supermarket has slashed the price on breakfast items for Father's Day.
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And you can now enter your father figure in the
A B&M fragrance also makes the
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The watch is described as a 'precise quartz watch with luminous hands and second hand'
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