How to Choose the Right Watch Size for Your Wrist

Watch is a unique accessory that can enhance a sloppy outfit to a super good one.

Whenever I go out, I wear my favorite classic metal strap watch that I never leave behind.

You must own a classic watch that resonates with your style. But how do you choose the one that fits you?

If you have yet to learn how to choose the right watch size for your wrist, this ultimate guide will help you.

And more. Without any delay, let’s dive right into it.

The Ideal Watch Size You Should Wear

If you have a small wrist, opt for a smaller watch and if you have a larger wrist, opt for a big watch case that flattens with your wrist, Simple!

Choosing the right size involves comfort, style, and personal preference.

Beyond wearing a nice looking stylish watch in the room, it should not bother you when you wear it.

How to choose the right watch size for your wrist

Let’s break down this simple step into a comprehensive guide to choosing the right watch size for your wrist.

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Step:1 Measure your Wrist First

First, you need to measure your wrist. 

To do that, take a flexible measuring tape and measure your wrist circumference above your wrist bone.

Take notes of your wrist size in inches or centimeters. 

Once you do that, you’ll find your wrist size. 

Step: 2 Consider your Wrist Size

After finding your wrist size, you need to consider whether it’s a small, medium, or large wrist. 

Here is how you can find out whether you have small, medium, or large wrist sizes.

• Small wrist size = Less than 6.5 inches
• Medium wrist size = Between 6.5 inches to 7.5 inches
• Large wrist size = More than 7.5 inches

These are the ideal measurement of wrist sizes. 

Based on these measurements, you can find whether you have small, medium, or large wrist size.

Step: 3 Watch Case Diameter

The next thing you should do is to check the watch diameter.

The watch case diameter is nothing but the width of the watch case.

• Measure the watch width from 9’0 clock to 3’0 clock.
• A good rule of thumb is to choose a watch size that is proportional to your wrist size.

In this way, you can easily find the right watch size.

Step: 4 Watch Case Thickness

Generally speaking, the diameter of the case increases or decreases, and the watch case thickness does the same parallelly.

The thicker case can look bulky on smaller hands.

Do you remember the days when we were kids? Wear a big toy watch in our hands that covers our whole wrist.

The toy watch won’t even stay on our wrists.

That is how it looks when you wear a big watch on your small wrist.

And the thinner watch can get lost on your larger wrist. So, considering the case thickness is necessary.

Step: 5 The Lug-to-Lug Length

This means the length starts from one point of your watch strap and the other point of the watch strap. 

You need to ensure that the length is not too big. Or else it’ll overhang on your wrist.

If you opt for a smaller size, it’ll not fit you. 

So, consider choosing the watch that has the right length.

Step: 6 Watch Strap Width

The ideal size of a watch strap width is half of the size of the watch case diameter. 

For instance, if you’re wearing a watch that has a watch case diameter of 30 mm, the watch strap width will be half of the size which is 15 mm.

Based on your style preference, you can opt for the watch strap width. 

My preference is a smaller watch strap width, it will perfectly fit on my wrist.

Step: 7 The Shape of the Watch

Look out for the watch shape. 

Whether it’s round, square, rectangle, tonneau, octagonal, cushion, or eccentric, you should choose the one that suits your wrist.

This might visually affect how the watch looks on your wrist.

Step: 8 Watch the Material

You have a vast range of watch strap materials to choose from. 

There are types of watch straps which are leather straps, metal straps, fabric straps, and rubber straps. 

Leather strap and rubber strap watches are usually slimmer and work perfectly for men with medium or smaller wrists. 

Metal strap watches are larger and heavier, which makes them the ideal choice for men with larger wrists.

Based on your preference and style, you can choose the watch material.

Step: 9 The Weight of the Watch

Considering the weight of the watch, it is necessary. 

The weight of your watch can bother you and give a slight pain to your wrist.

You should consider the weight of the watch before buying it. 

Less-weight watches are comfortable at the same time it is not as durable as heavier watches.

Heavyweight watches make you feel uncomfortable and give slight pain to your wrist but at the same time, it is durable. Ultimately, it’s all style and your preference.

If you have a larger wrist and never mind weights, you can opt for weightier watches.

Step: 10 Style Preference

Finally, it all depends on your style preference. 

Some people love wearing a sporty watch and some people love wearing a classic vintage-inspired watch (Like me).

It all comes with the comfort you feel when wearing the watch. 

If you wear a watch that makes you feel comfortable (doesn’t bother you), sits on your wrist perfectly, and makes you look stylish, choose the watch without hesitation.

Let me ask you one thing

Let me ask you straight, Do you have time to do all the above steps? I hope not.

I mean, who has time to do all these things, Right?

So, if you don’t have time to do all these things but truly want to buy a watch that fits your wrist, consider trying the watch before buying.

Opt for a watch and place it on your wrist. 

Wear it and see whether it fits your wrist or not. See whether the watch makes you feel good when you are wearing it.

After that, you can come to the watch-buying decision.

The Bottom Line

Finding the right watch size for your wrist is necessary. 

By considering these factors, you can make an informed decision that ensures your watch fits well and complements your style and personality.

I hope you find this ultimate guide helps you what you are looking for. Let’s hear it from you.

What’s your go-to watch style? Or do you have any tips to share with our fellas?

Either way, let me know in the comments.

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