Find the Best Watch for Your Wrist in 5 Easy Steps
Imagine that you are asked the time at your workplace; when you look at the clock, the person who asked will definitely look at your watch. What is it? You’re wearing a gangster-style watch with a sparkly stone. Okay, maybe we’re exaggerating a bit, but to be honest, people naturally notice when something fits in. It’s in our DNA. When something is in balance, the stars align and everything feels normal. In this article, we will try to help you with 5 topics to consider when buying the right size watch for your wrist.
Symmetry and Wrist Dimensions
Harmony in human nature is of great importance. Achieving the right symmetry allows us to instinctively intervene when the salt shaker and pepper shaker are not where they should be, or if the frame is crooked. Therefore, if you have a thin wrist, you should go for watches with a smaller case size. We share with you 5 basic titles that we think will be useful for your watch selection.
1. Case Diameter of the Watch
The case diameter is the most obvious and remarkable element of the watch. Men’s watches usually range from 38mm to 46 mm. Cases larger than 46 mm appear massive and are usually preferred with snoops or flashy outfits. Any watch case under 38 mm feels more like a jewel than a watch, and women’s watches are usually in this size.
So how do you know which size is best for you?
Measure your wrists. It may seem so simple, but it really is that easy. If your wrist is shorter than 15 cm, a watch with a 38 mm case diameter will be more suitable for you. If your wrist size is between 15 and 18 cm, you should choose watches with 40mm and 42mm diameters. If it is 20 cm or more, it would be better to choose watches with a diameter of 44-46 mm.
2. Case Thickness of the Watch
Case thickness is most directly related to case diameter. While mechanical watches dominated the market, watches with thinner cases had a more premium feel to them. This situation has completely disappeared with the introduction of electronic watches with quartz designs. There is a general rule about case thicknesses: as the diameter of the case increases or decreases, the thickness changes accordingly. Generally, watches with a diameter of 38mm – 42mm have a thickness of about 7mm. If you go up to 44 mm, the thickness can increase to about 9 mm. The thickness of the case will be in the best proportion to your body if you choose the right case diameter.
3. Watch Band Width
A well-proportioned watchband is usually half the diameter of the case. For example, if you wear a 40-mm watch, the bandwidth should be about 20 mm. Depending on your style preference, you may want to wear a watch with a wider band. Our recommendation is to keep your wrists in mind when choosing the strap width. If you have wide wrists, you may gravitate toward wider cords. If you just like the case of the watch and the band is your thing, remember that later on, it will be very easy to find a band that suits your style better.
4. Watch Band Material
Leather bands give your watch a slimmer look. A metal watch band, even the same size as a leather band, always looks bigger and heavier due to its nature. This is an important consideration if you have small wrists. Metal bands will give a large watch the look preferred by men with larger wrists. If you have small wrists and want a metal band, we recommend that you review the bandwidth. As we mentioned above, a thinner bandwidth can help you, the larger one will again depend on your personal preference.
5. Details of the Watch
The components in the watch (numbers, calendar, stopwatch, etc.) have a very important place. As these components get larger and thicker, it gives the impression of a larger clock. This causes confusion in men with small wrists, particularly those who choose the right watch based on the items listed above. For example, if you have a 38mm or 40mm watch and the numbers are too large, it will look unbalanced.
Final Words
Applying the advice we’ve provided above to find the ideal watch will be sufficient for a successful match. Remember that your most fashionable accessory, aside from the clothes you wear, is a watch that complements your style and fits your wrist.
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