hmm i think to some people, a gift is just a gift. the most important thing is the intention. perhaps your partner did appreciate the thought but not the gift itself. maybe a watch just wasn’t what he/she needed, and did not see the point of it. perhaps you could consult him or her about what gift he/she would like? and perhaps he or she is happy enough that you thought of getting him or her a gift! i have a friend that’s just like that. quality time is the most important.