How to Wear Your Wristwatch the Right Way!

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Is there a correct way to wear a wristwatch?...Let's see...
I get that question a lot, especially from clients that are buying their first watch or just getting into watch collecting. They want to know if there is a right and wrong way to wear a luxury wrist watch. That's the reason I made this video.
There are many opinions on how how a watch should be worn and people certainly have their own preferences, but I'm going to give you some opinions and suggestions based on my experience. I hope that this alleviates the itch!
One of the theories being thrown around regarding this topic is that a wristwatch should be worn above the wrist bone. I think that's not really etched in stone!
When I wear a watch above the bone, it feels like I'm wearing a pair of jeans all the way up above the bellybutton, which is not very complementary for any male crotch region! Wearing the watch too high up on the wrist is also uncomfortable for some people, since this might cause the crown to dig into their hand.
I prefer to wear the watch on the bone, meaning right over my actual wrist bone. That's my personal preference. Even though this will typically cause the band to oscillate over and under the bone when you move around (especially for metal watches), it always centers back over the bone (at least for me).
If wearing your wrist watch on the bone is not particularly comfortable for you, you can also try to wear it below the bone, the position a luxury watch naturally gravitates to for people who like to wear it a bit loose or when your arm is raised in a vertical position.
That brings me to my next point of discussion: tight or loose?
I know watch collectors that like to remove extra links from the band, so that the watch fits extra tight. I really don't recommend this, but if it inundates your soul with some weird sense of satisfaction, then so be it!
Furthermore, when you wear a watch too tight, it might fit OK when you wake up in the morning, but by the end of the day (and after you've retained a bit of water), it can definitely make you feel a bit claustrophobic!
So I keep coming back back to preference when it comes to how the watch should sit on the wrist. Preference is definitely the most important thing. Nevertheless, I would like to give you some of my guidelines.
* If your skin is tightening up a bit when you close the watch strap, then the watch might be too tight.
* If you can rotate the watch completely around your wrist over your wrist bone, then the watch might fit too loose.
One thing that I would like to point out about wearing a wristwatch too loose is that doing so causes excessive wear and tear on the links. At the same time, wearing it too tight might stretch out the band. You don't really want any of these two things to happen.
Some people also want to know on what hand to wear a watch. I'm right handed, so I wear it on my left (otherwise, it feels weird). But that's something else that's up to you and on what side you feel comfortable wearing it. The same holds true for wearing two watches at the same time (however, this is something that I only recommend if the two wristwatches you choose to wear are very high end models).
Other than that, it's all based on your taste. How do you like to wear your watch, on the bone, over the bone, loose, tight, right hand, left hand, etc.? Let me know in the comments below. Also, comment on the topics that you would like us to cover on future videos!
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[@Sebbson1337]

I wear my watch on my forehead.

[@Brainman_2331]

I wear it on my foreskin

[@bloodyoil5660]

I wear it IN my foreskin, tucked away and wont be scratched by the zipper.@@Brainman_2331

[@Brainman_2331]

@@bloodyoil5660 damn that's some next level shit. I'll do that too from now on!

[@officeimpact6377]

ok Naruto

[@user-mz6ts4xn6i]

@@bloodyoil5660 wtf based

[@bloatedsodium7301]

Above the elbow, end of discussion.

[@alzenbalto7668]

Put it inside the pocket.

[@kmcel190]

Underrated comment, lol.

[@engineerpro9302]

XD hahahaha oh man that was good haha

[@andersonkwon8296]

I totally agree.

[@mockbel]

😂

[@TheWeardale1]

if you wear an expensive watch that's too slack - people will think it's fake...it's like a bad fitted suit..

[@Crmjewelers]

+TheWeardale1 correct.

[@mokujin29]

Who cares what people think.

[@Kman.]

@@mokujin29 On many fronts, yes...you're correct, *BUT* the # of people who get triggered by way of comments on social media and YT, *CLEARLY* indicate that yes...people *DO* care what others think! :)

[@Envixity98]

@@mokujin29most people who buy a watch are business people and you would want your potential business partners to think good of you

[@HugoLopez-vz5rj]

Two things I like tight: my women and my watches.

[@Crmjewelers]

I agree on One!!

[@rolexandrealestate]

Hugo Lopez LOL

[@TenTen32]

women & watches are best when loose...

[@zhemin]

@@TenTen32 Nope!

[@taunteratwill1787]

Yep all the women you 'payed' for unlike your watch, because you can't steal them . . . . . . . like your watch.

[@GroomsJk]

I agree with you 100%. A little loose and on the bone - but if it falls either way - it is OK. Great video!

[@bradj229]

Excellent video Eric. To add to your point of swelling. I'm in FL as well and going from AC to outside humidity causes my wrist to swell enough that the watch becomes noticeably tighter.

[@IntroduceForex]

I like to wear the watch slightly below the wrist bone, but not too loose that it drags too far down once you raise your arm. Good points though!

[@WhatIsItReallyAbout]

For me, this has a lot to do with the shape and size of the back of the watch and the angle of the lugs, and which part of the wrist that the watch best fits against. This varies with the different watches that I own.

[@roaddogg800]

I tend to wear my watches fairly loose. Can't do tight. Especially a heavier dive watch, got to have quite a bit of play to avoid feeling claustrophobic of sorts.

[@stephanieroberts1394]

Totally agree! There are no hard and fast rules. It's about preference and comfort.

[@jpbernie72]

Great thoughts. The way a person wears a watch also depends on their career/ work activity. I am a retired Marine pilot. Those in jobs requiring physical/ tactical activity wear their watches tight. A sniper is not going to want a watch banging around on his wrist as he sights in on a target. Just like I don’t want to locate and secure my watch if I am timing something mission critical in the cockpit. Like dropping bombs “on time/ on target.” It needs to be right where I can take my hand off the throttle for a split second, chk it and get my hand back to the power/ HOTAS. Those w/ more relaxed jobs can wear their watch differently. Just thought I’d throw in my 2 cents or secs.

[@julians.2597]

yo, i can agree with that

[@jpbernie72]

Korean Emperor I don’t know. You tell me. I have some friends who are lawyers but we never talk watches.

[@jrosa69]

Totally agree with you: on the bone, not too tight nor too loose and on the left wrist. Great video!

[@bennyblanco8]

I like on the Bone also. You get the best of both worlds. Nice Job Eric.

[@PanSearedRibeye68]

You’re exactly right. On the bone. Not so loose as to be able to rotate all the way around your wrist. It’s a clock attached to a bracelet. You’d never wear a bracelet that tight.

[@TheMasonator777]

I was curious, and then I was thinking I was gonna hate the video... and then I realized it was over and I enjoyed it... 😂

[@Crmjewelers]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it 😉

[@sinjon]

So basically what you’re saying is wear a watch however you like it. Good instruction. Bravo

[@pdipalma30]

You knocked this out of the park once again. I totally agree with everything you said. Me personally I like to be able to fit the tip of my pinky between the watch and wrist, just enough play where its comfortable. Keep up the vids bro.

[@itamaradio]

It also depends on your wrist style. Some people have a slightly bigger wrist bone, or skinny forearms with no padding on the bones. They can't wear the watch on the bone. They need to wear it above the bone. Also, a loose watch will often tilt and slide and you'll sometimes need to hold the watch with your other hand in order to look at the time. I think that the best way to wear the watch is in the loosest possible way without it sliding on the bone.

[@chittychittyb_ng3301]

I wouldn't ever sub to this stuff. But in a pinch, I watched 3 videos for these tips and yours was the best ! Good stuff.

[@jeffdavis7150]

Very informative, friend. But, what’s your take on wearing sunglasses indoors?

[@blackhawk2475]

I wear my watch, believe it or not, on the INSIDE (underside) of my wrist. I believe it is a habit that started many years ago. Have you heard of anyone else wearing it in that position? Nice, informative video.

[@johnmora5830]

Ya my dad did that all his life. I'm not sure where came from

[@aymaanreza4152]

My uncle also does thay

[@user-ej9zw7gh2q]

Great video. Some people just don't know how to properly wear a watch.

[@jeffreybowden9835]

Right on brother, agree with you on all counts. A little loose because otherwise it gets yuck sweaty. Not good for leather and just uncomfortable on metal.

[@rolexandrealestate]

Ceramic Sub AKA The Landlord watch and the black is my favorite Love your videos Eric 👍👍👍

[@notinservice3724]

I was a train engineer and job required all matter of things timed as well as constantly moving hands and arms for speed adjustments of the locomotive, I have worn it loose and warn it almost snug, but always defaulted to a tightness that it would stay in one position on the wrist, usually below the bone almost snug, to this day the same

[@paulogarcia9739]

I wear my watch on the bone, since wearing it above the bone just feels wrong, and kind of impractical, considering you would have to wear your watch really tight that it clings to the skin above the bone so it won't slide down when you walk or drop your arm. I always try to find a happy medium. not tight, and not loose. Just enough breathing room for a bit of space to allow for wrist expansion and temperature changes so it won't cut off my circulation or it won't feel tight and constricting against the skin. this is especially helpful for me cause i live in a hot country. I find that being able to find this happy medium also depends on how the watch itself is built and that no two watches will fit exactly the same. Instead of looking for a perfect fit, I aim for a comfortable one.

[@Sams911]

fully agree with literally everything he said

[@rayrosales2290]

I agree, It's All in the Wrist. It Allcomes down to style and taste. Great Video!

[@a_lucientes]

Because my wrist size fluctuates, the bands / straps that dont have easy micro-adjusting tend to get left loose enough so it slides pretty easily easily over the wrist bone.

[@ScottyBennitone]

above the bone , can dig a finger under the clasp . Also i noticed my wrists is the biggest first thing in the morning when i first put the watch on . I think they swell when i sleep or something .

[@eagleeye8916]

JoeyJoe lower your salt intake .

[@HazFrostYT]

Very helpful and informative! Also one more tip, if you go to bed while wearing your watch, loosen it up a little bit so you still have access to watch and it's more comfortable.

[@yahned]

1. Position: I believe how high or low you wear your watch depends on the length of your arms (Im tall with long arms, so my elbows are further from my wrists), but having it behind the bone is just infinitely more comfortable (no crown digging into your hand, or flat case back rubbing that rounded bone) 2. Tightness, I think this comes down to how well you’re able to size a specific watch, but I don’t like having to re-position the case on my wrist to get it to sit straight, and sometimes watches wear thinner when tighter. Submariner for example, if I wear it on the looser side, the case hovers over my wrist because of the case back that protrudes, giving it a less refined look. Whereas if I wear it tighter, the case actually sits flat on my wrist & makes the watch look much slimmer.

[@Heywoodthepeckerwood]

You are wearing that watch way too loosely.

[@RR-rx2lt]

My favourite channel on youtube. You got me hooked bro, Can't wait to begin working and buy my first proper watch

[@Kman.]

I just *HAD* to click on the video, because I *KNEW* I was going to have to weigh in! lol And let me address this too so I don't forget, but you *TOTALLY* overlooked the decision to wear it with the dial on *TOP* or on the bottom of your wrist where the buckle/clasp would then be on top, but here... *1* There is no "RIGHT" way. As stated right out of the gate, it's mere preference...duh. *2* If it is worn *BELOW* the bone, I don't see how the crown can "DIG" into the hand, unless you permanently arch your wrist(?). *3* While some right handed people wear theirs *ON* their right (and the opposite for Lefties), the REASON people generally wear the watch on the opposite wrist from their dominate hand, is because while your dominant hand/arm is active with writing, ironing, texting, using a tool, frying an egg, etc, you're THEN able to view your watch while continuing to do w/ever it is your dominant hand is doing. *4* Now, some *DO* wear their watches with the dial on the underside of the wrist, but MOST people don't know why! lol ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Research a bit and you'll probably find out why!

[@DonLee1980]

that's why rolex wear so well. you can quick adjust in just seconds depending if you're in warm or colder conditions.

[@campkira]

Most importantly is blood circulation,You can loosing it up on heavy watch.(And your ability check the time,) In the end of day, adjustment is needed. Not everyone is the same, Good video.

[@Divinenubian]

Thank you. I ygink i got one too tight and one that needs a link removed. I like my watch below the bone.

[@vibeclaw5508]

Its weird because its either to tight where it hurts my wrist or to loose where it slides all the way to my elbow so im not sure how to go about this lol

[@jonathangolden8485]

Same

[@juanfor3182]

My wrist is 6,2 inches. Do you think a rolex submariner that is 40mm could feet my slim wrist?

[@tagheuer3488]

Just Armando Maradona is wearing two Hublots at once, he says one is for seeing Argentina’s time and the other one for seeing his local time in other planet’s side..🤣🤣🤣, he doesn’t know anything about a GMT

[@aakarshgaming2204]

If I wear tight but above wrist bone .So, it will be affect on my bone or not

[@JohnConnor12]

I like to wear my watches above the bone, borderline on the bone. Below the bone just doesn't work for me. Would rather it be too loose than too tight, but obviously I'm looking for a happy medium. Being left handed, I've always wore my watch on my right wrist, which I think it kind of nice as it keeps the crown out of the way. I'm a recent subscriber and I'm really enjoying the channel, Eric. Good, entertaining content.

[@Crmjewelers]

Thank You for Watching!!!

[@acquired.archives]

Patek on my left, AP on my right, all on my arms.

[@FeelingPeculiar]

Torsten Dimpflmeier Got my AP going psycho

[@TomasLonga]

And Seiko 5 around both ankles.

[@lilmario0]

And Pandora around the ankle?

[@TheSonnylily]

Thanks so much for your tips Eric, love your sense of humor, cheers !!!

[@SuperSportMTL]

This is the best video about fitment and its hilarious. TY brother!

[@antoniobaskerville6823]

Thanks For The Advice . .My watch slides up my arm all the Time. This was very helpful

[@Randyy1]

I think it looks the best on the bone, but it will slide around a bit, which is normal, so it's not like it's glued to your skin.

[@edmwftw3930]

My conclusion. Short sleeve: on the bone. Long sleeve: below the bone to reveal part of the watch as a teaser and easier to check the time.

[@Tava]

Your point on loose or tight is true. I cannot stand having my watches too loose but people have told my me whole life loose is superior.

[@lostisles5850]

Definitely opinion. But dont wear your watch so tight to where it's leaving aggressive marks though.

[@Alexjb8]

Great video Eric. You´ve helped me a lot!!

[@BrettL250]

On the bone is correct. That way it slide above and below. More comfortable that way.

[@mercilesskiiier295]

Brett Patton that’s not true I’m in the Military and if I wear it loose it’ll move every time I fire my gun so tight is also correct it’s literally situation dictates

[@Biscuit89]

wrong you never wear a watch on the bone. uncomfortable as hell.

[@garydietrich9352]

Thank you for the advice it really helped me for my new Tag Pepsi. Cheers!

[@NightOwlGames]

i got a new watch but i didnt want to mess with it just use it as it comes... it was too loose it was orbiting my elbow when ever i looked at it i had to turn it around to see it, the catch kept undoing its self it was pulling on hairs just generally annoying, so i took 2 links out the strap now it doesnt move around or undo its self, wrist is itchy though.

[@fuzzfoot]

I think it also depends on the watch/strap combo. I would wear a diver on a bracelet looser than on silicone. I adjust my NATOs on the fly throughout the day so they hang out right on the bone. Leather band dress watches stay above the bone so they slide under the shirt cuff.

[@Philter-Coffee]

Also depends if the bracelet has a toolless micro-adjust. Game changer when working out comfort Vs wrist size changes during the day

[@tmo8320]

On the bone. I did remove the diver extension of my 50th anniversary Sea-Dweller. Thank goodness for that glidelock. Rolex for the win! ✅👍🇺🇸

[@celestialfix]

Eric, I really like your channel. (The sunglasses are cool and don't bother me a bit). And by the way, the background for this video is beautiful, and that gold Sub looks great on you. I want to respectfully disagree with you on proper wristwatch wear, although as you say, it's an opinion. I would say that "the Boy Scout method" for securing your watch to your body is: just inside of the wrist bone with enough tightness that you can easily push a pinky finger under the lugs. That method ensures that the watch will not hula hoop on the wrist, and by being inside of the wrist bone, your watch will not be subject to the stresses of all the maneuvers your wrist and hand has to do throughout the day. This method protects your watch from damage and from bracelet stretch. Also, when you need to see the face of your watch to tell time or to see how much air you have left in your aqualung, the watch is tight enough that it will obey and you can see it to observe the data you need from your watch with ever having to use the other hand to bring the watch face into proper view. Although you say this feels too tight for you, please try it, after some time you will see this is the superior way to wear your wrist watch. With this method, the back of your hand will never be able to touch the crown of the watch and put pressure on the springbars, possibly popping them out when you have a blue marlin on the hook and the rod and reel is in your left hand, lol. I see people all the time over at Hodinkee wearing watches like they are hipster bracelets. This is incorrect. That is why it is called a "watch band" or a "wrist band"---it should carefully bind the watch to you securely and comfortably. Think of the pilot's who wore their watches over the sleeve of the flight suit, or divers who wore them over their wetsuit sleeve. Give it a try. Great channel.

[@rumporridge1]

E-Dap always great content. It depends on which watch I wear. Some metal bands are a bit loose and some are perfect like my Pepsi GMT. My IWC Aquatimer on a rubber strap I wear pretty tight. So for me the band style is the difference on how it lays on my wrist.

[@erlind8816]

i keep above the elbow also tighten and the watch doesn't move up and down it stay same position and look cool. i don't know but i dont like when watch move around

[@arielcandoleta5347]

I appreciate your perspective on this topic Eric thank you.

[@itsjose476]

I totally agree with the opinion he has... but it determines what size watch you are wearing at the time I have as small as 36mm an as big as 55mm an don’t like the crown digging into my hand an giving me the calluses spot. But I agree I hate the to loose watch wearing people who have to do the old man wrist shuffle to see the time 😂 great video

[@perfect7liberty]

Couldn’t agree more. We were are watches exactly the same. Thanks bro!

[@islandboy7432]

Chuck Norris tells his watch the time not the other way around 😄

[@robrobertson1458]

I appreciate if there is a micro adjustment on the clasp

[@emadb8380]

That’s why I love the glide lock , nice one Eric...

[@tiderider]

Gold Sub looks great. I need to buy a watch from this guy. Great vid

[@mauriebarnes8272]

Great video. I like the Ezy-Link that Rolex has on the new bracelets. That extra 5mm makes a huge difference especially when its hot and your wrist may swell a little.

[@tomasinacovell4293]

I'd say your Twist Test is correct!

[@DFlemming]

Superb video. Very comical and well said. Thank you.

[@haritharodrigo7314]

i believe a perfect fit is good . the exact size of the wrist on the bracelet .. anyhow i use to think if the crown is on the right side you ware it on the left hand so u can wind or adj time on the watch with the right hand and the other way around if the crown is on the left side of the case .

[@carteroswalt2876]

The sunglasses is a stable symbol of who Eric is. Gives no fucks, knows what he is talking about and has a sense of confidence and charisma most don’t have. I wear mine snug, a lose watch feels like an unbuttoned shirt to me. I don’t care to have a 50K piece flopping on my arm like I’m wearing a friends watch who weighs 300 lbs

[@hvskyline1368]

Above the bone tight not too tight though and on my right hand I am right handed but my instinct is to always go to my right side new watch guy lol but yea it just feels right

[@redataoussi]

Just above the wrist Bone. Left hand. Tight but juste enough to slide my pinky under the bracelet.

[@rhythmreview8405]

My father and many parents from Colombia use to say.. Son if you wearing your watch on the right hand means that you are gay... 😂 Nothing against gay people just Colombian culture🇨🇴🙏 Great video!!

[@Max-xd4cm]

that's true, people just like a size t shirt or a fashion that have a certain type and they should wear what's make them really fit and comfortable and just like u, i'm also wearing my watch right on my bone.

[@yaasss5563]

If you have to wriggle your watch back to position, it’s too loose. Imo

[@stephenmaniloff8493]

On a related subject...I have a tan genuine croc strap on my Navitimer..I wear it a little loose, but when the weather is hot and humid, the damn thing gets sweat stained..I hate that.. This is an interesting video...Thanks

[@aaronchung6475]

gotta love the half link adjustment on my CHNR

[@MarcelinPhotography]

Great video. Such complexity to wear a wristwatch Lol

[@offieldsontour787]

The Theory of wearing a wristwatch... very enlightening to learn this knowledge. 🤔

[@j.r.5803]

Everyone has theire preference. But there is a correct way in terms to avoid moving limitations with certain watches. But its all about the type of wrists, sensitivity, aesthetics,... A very well informed video here as always ;) Believe it or not i saw a guy wearing a pam as a belt. And i most say it kinda look nice. So yeah wear it whatever you want. But at least wear it in a place where you can watch the time. Afterall a watch is meant for doing so. Well... some are kinda hard to check the time... but thats another topic.

[@j.r.5803]

What do you call a belt made out of watches? A waist of time.

[@RunUpNGun]

Thank you I thought people wear gonna think wrong but it’s my opinion

[@rocknr01la]

That video was very helpful Eric

[@Crmjewelers]

Thank You for Watching!!!$$$

[@tbo6588]

"Take one more link off..." "Brother." 😂

[@itsmemuffins]

Top tip if you like wearing a watch on a bracelet a little loose but find the watch rides the bone as the watch turns a bit on your wrist. Have the none adjustable part of the clasp @ 6 O’clock. Also if the links on both sides aren’t going to be equal, have the fewer links also @ 6 O’clock too. I find this method centres the watch and stops it riding the wrist knuckle. This is coming from a bracelet guy with some 40 watches 🤪

[@niniengineering]

Rock it how you like it, it’s my opinion. Ps: Rolex easylink and glidelock rules for comfort! 🤙

[@Jaseph2]

Hey Eric, I really liked this video. I agree with everything you said plus you made me laugh.

[@JamesBond-rv1kk]

I like the way you speak and explain

[@williamcorbin3576]

YES!! This is ME! Thanks E 🙏🏾 💪🏾

[@pedrosaenz2800]

Eric to me its a matter of confort. I also enjoy natos and zukus...Tank you for the video. 🙋

[@TheDeadlyTikka]

No matter how hard I try to put it above the bone it slides down anyway or is crazy tight

[@deltropico7]

Great video. Glidelock comes in handy for comfort throughout the day :)

[@rolexandrealestate]

G1234 X The glide lock is the best in the industry 👍👍👍

[@michaelbrown5838]

I almost regret having the glidelock. I'm always adjusting it.

[@matthoffman6962]

I think it should be on the bone or slightly above the reason for that is because if you wear it below the crown is going to dig into the back of your hand leaving a red mark.

[@paulmcgugan4994]

I find the ankle the best fit. So who cares what you think, you obviously love the sound of your own voice.

[@prasand]

indeed, it's personal preference. But if above the bone was indeed the "right way", then Sinn wouldn't have put the crown on the left side, to prevent the crown from digging into police officers skin when shooting.

[@muzzmilk2606]

Amen!! I wear it the same way!! But here is one for you, wearing a Hublot on the bone tears the skin to hell (just maybe me), would be interested to hear other people’s experience on that.

[@FlexinAntman]

Yea although I’m not a fan of a little loose my seiko samurai was just too tight with that one link coming off so now it sits in the middle of the bone but goes up and down. Something I gotta get use to good thing is it doesn’t rotate just to gotta get use to it 😅

[@BT_Spanky]

I’m a lefty BUT when I was in the Marine Corps, all males were required to wear their wristwatch on their the left. Same with belts(a traditional regular belt), you always put your belt through the loops started on the left side first. Females from what I was told were suppose to wear their wristwatch on the right.

[@esbee1177]

This Above the Bone is BS. You are so right, thank you! Even Manufacturers advertising proves this rule‘s outdated. Look at pictures from Rolex, Omega, Patek. All loose. ✌🏻🤙🏻