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.

[@Heywoodthepeckerwood]

You are wearing that watch way too loosely.

[@matthewj6154]

Above the bone looks stupid imo - jeans analogy is perfect.

[@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.

[@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

[@jeffdavis7150]

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

[@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.

[@yaasss5563]

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

[@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!

[@islandboy7432]

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

[@Randyolsson]

Above the bone, or in some cases on the bone. Below the bone looks stupid and the crown will dig into your hand.

[@meepcheep314]

who else wears it on their neck?

[@GroomsJk]

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

[@juanfor3182]

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

[@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

[@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?

[@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.

[@bennyblanco8]

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

[@_baller]

I don't like how it looks above the bone

[@thomassankara2857]

Just wear it on your neck.

[@juliangst]

I am left handed and i also cant wear it on the right. Watches are made for the left arm. You couldnt operate the crown properly anyways.

[@FeelingPeculiar]

juliangst Heavy is the head that wears the crown, am I right???

[@JohnConnor12]

I'm left handed and have always wore my watch on my right wrist. I've never once set a watch while it was on my wrist, and I like the fact that the crown is out of the way and less susceptible to damage. Any other functions are easy to operate while on the right wrist, in my opinion.

[@juliangst]

dhunley1 yes, i know and other left handed friends do as well. Its just a personal preference. But if you had a daytona the screw down pushers wouldnt be easy to operate.

[@JohnConnor12]

Yeah, it's all about what you're comfortable with. There really is no right or wrong, but there's no denying that watches were designed to be on the left wrist.

[@lobserve1]

You are not supposed to use the crown while the watch is on your wrist, you could bend it.

[@kingbain5383]

I wear mine on my ankle

[@eagleeye8916]

On the bone slightly lose , as long as I can bend my wrist for every day function without hurting I'm good. To low and the crown will dig on your forehand , to high I'll feel like grandpa . I'm righty so I wear it on my left, you don't want to be writing and dragging your watch along not cool

[@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. ✌🏻🤙🏻

[@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.

[@GeeMood]

Shiiit some of us consider Submariners to be heavy hitterz. Mayb 2 Deepsea Sea-Dwellers Foolie.

[@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.

[@LongFinger021]

I like to do a 'schwarzkopf' and wear 2 watches ....purrrreeee clarse

[@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.

[@scottsherman5262]

I love your setting....are Colombian gangsters about to burst in & light the place up with their "little friends"? I agree with you wholeheartedly btw, anyone who wears their watches above the bone (ATB) are animals. I don't know if something's wrong with me, or what, but I don't seem to have a wrist bone. I'm looking at my arm right now, & it goes arm, arm, arm, hand. No wrist bone...& really, no wrist. Does this mean I'm just manlier than most? Yes, yes it does. Now, onto the tightness category, and please, can we all just be adults here?? Stop it. Are you done now? Alright, listen, first of all, NO BRACELETS. Women wear bracelets. Watches should be on nice leather straps, unless you've got a distinct mission to crush, then it can be rubber or nato. I know guys (I'm making this part up, I don't have any friends) who wear their leather-strapped watches loose. The cool thing about that is, you get to feel it bouncing around all day, until you actually go to check the time at a crucial part of your day, only to find your watch facing away from your eyeballs....boom, no time for you. I know this other guy, he can't stand any movement whatsoever with this watches, so he ratchets those puppies on tight. Lost his damn hand...no blood flow, & his hand just fell off. So, one buddy's got no idea what time it is, and the other's got only his right hand left. Why?? Because they didn't know how to correctly wear a watch. You wear a watch butted right up to where your hand begins, ya know right where your arm isn't your arm anymore, & instead, it's your hand....right there, & then you select a hole (stop it) that provides a snug fit, so your watch is facing the right way, but not so snug that you end up with a hook for a hand. Yes, he opted for the old-school pirate-style hook instead of a modern prosthetic hand. Alright, I'm glad I could help all youz guys....be good to your Motha. Scott Sherman

[@Nerdzombiedisco]

Men above the bone. Should you need to throw a punch or grapple. And prevent pick-pocketing. Women on the bone or wrist. Watch designers design the case back to sit flush past the bone.

[@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.

[@evanputterill8286]

Slightly above the bone, snug so it will not move, but not tight. You should be able to rotate your hand/wrist in every direction without reduction of motion and without the crown digging into the back of your hand. P.S. wearing a watch on or below the bone just doesn't look right.

[@paulmcgugan4994]

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

[@danielalt7508]

I like it loose, but so that you cannot turn it around to other side (unless using a lot of force). I am the person if someone asks me if my watch is real, I always say to them it is fake.

[@LaserFocused]

your watch is too loose for my comfort brother.. could not deal with a watch moving around my wrist

[@vinniechenz73]

If you need to watch a 5 minute video on how to wear a watch. Then, just use your phone.. . There is a 10 minute video on how to hold a phone, just in case you struggle with that.🙄

[@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

[@akinigiri]

To each his own, but I just can't find any watch looking good when its worn low on the wrist (near the hand) Especially when you see people make a fist ... makes it look stubby

[@fredericopereira6444]

There's actually a video made by Rolex where they say one should never wear a watch with a "loose" bracelet/strap.. It's not good for the movement and it can damage it over time. And it's tacky as fuck having a watch going up and down your wrist as you move it.

[@folumb]

wearing watch above the bone is like tucking in your shirt. Plenty of guys look good tucked in, plenty of guys look good more casual

[@Growth_Over_Death]

I’m not taking advice on how to wear a watch from a guy who’s watch is sliding all over the place. Go get your band correctly sized before giving advice.

[@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.

[@rafaeloliva6425]

This video was worthless. 5:52 to say absolutely nothing.

[@Barkingspider]

On the bone. Period the end.

[@Crmjewelers]

Thank You for Watching!!!

[@tallnskinygaming]

it goes above the bone, don't be an idiot. nicer luxury watches wont cut your arm up if it's loose, but cheaper watches will kill you if it's loose. Proper placement is above the bone, snug. Get used to it, that's how they were designed to be made, not loose like a bracelet. Too much moving and it can ruin the movement with the extra shock provided by the extra flick that it being lose has. This man wears good watches, so they're mostly all shock resistant. a lesser brand watch will not be so forgiving if left loose on the wrist.

[@lostisles5850]

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

[@rolexandrealestate]

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

[@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.

[@nickash5]

Just admit it, you like to wear it loose so you have an excuse to show off that watch by constantly shaking, wriggling your wrist to move it around. Most people don’t.

[@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.

[@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.

[@lemnisgate8809]

Why would anyone wear two watches at once?

[@christosswc]

Does it not make perfect sense that, if you like watches then wearing two of them means you can enjoy two at a time instead of one? Please don't tell me that wearing a watch nowadays has anything to do with keeping track of time so one will do, we love watches simple as. Of course people will think you are either a wierdo or,most likely, a show off. So unfortunately you'd be better off sticking to one and staying in line with the norms.

[@YoItsBv]

To FleX

[@DjowAngu]

I guess if you have two killing richard milles and go out only one day in the weekend. So you use both to, you know, optimize hahahaha

[@demskies]

KZbin has told me they are freemasons

[@BrixtonBando]

To be a Cuban leader from the 70s?

[@mokujin29]

The human body's weight fluctuates througout the day and it is normal for body to hold water depending upon salt and food intake , However if your wrist size varies throughout the day , you really need to get your kidneys checked man.

[@Divinenubian]

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

[@KHZ1986]

the tight watch dudes safe word is keep going...

[@adwnpinoy]

If your watch is too loose like this (sliding back and forth), it will wear and stretch the bracelet

[@krystianstepien5835]

For Russians is never to loose.

[@djzrobzombie2813]

Haha so true never saw russian with tight watches

[@dragonsaige]

If you don't wear the watch above your bone you won't be able to properly rotate your wrist.. it's not a matter of opinion

[@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

[@user-or9cj3vk6t]

My Frederique Constant Business Timer watch wears me

[@Butwhythoo]

Here’s a tip:. If your watch can fit on your shroodlee then that’s the length

[@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

[@ElmoTrades]

Wear a Pam below the wrist bone and try to use that hand to do something!. then come back, make a video saying you are wrong.

[@ManelPeate]

I'm always wearing a watch in the middle of my forearm

[@redataoussi]

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

[@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.

[@Kyzerii]

i wear my watch on my bone....... but i dont think its the same "bone" that your talking about.....

[@tonyreis7471]

I hate when people wear their watch with the crown facing them the crown should always point to your hand.

[@hadescollectables7196]

I like the way it looks not above the bone but my wrist bones are massive and makes it impossible

[@axlcrush1954]

The only watch you can have on both wrists are 2 hublots. Thats celebrity endorsed.

[@sz5876]

Above the bone is for women. Below is for men and certain womyn...

[@andy2991]

I would love to get a new watch I found them uncomfortable if it was on the bone How can avoid this

[@Angel-AbC9]

Leather band watch should be a snug fit and a metal bracelet watch should be loose

[@nathanc.8821]

Like the videos but why is crm jewelers sending shit watches to their buyers?

[@christopherma1718]

Nice video Do video about Perlons or Straps in general

[@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

[@aakarshgaming2204]

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

[@TheDeadlyTikka]

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

[@snoogiebug]

Should be worn with a light sauce and a bad attitude

[@sethcollins893]

Nope. No rules for this one. Wear it wherever you please

[@starcade90]

I wear mine just below the bone. Too uncomfortable above the bone.

[@MrWubly]

ive taken out all the links on my watch yet its still loose. i wonder what I can do

[@usp40guy5]

'scuse me. Are....are you the head of a Mexican cartel? LOL

[@Sams911]

fully agree with literally everything he said

[@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.

[@webherring]

Above the bone is the forearm. Are you wearing a wristwatch or a forearm-watch?

[@dipo4life2010]

But what about a Submariner left and a Apple Watch right?

[@michaelbrown5838]

Why dont they make watches for left handed people? Crown at 9:00 ?

[@pandelosu]

i have 2 watches one is gold the other stainless steel ,one i wear loose the other tight

[@thetruthhertz2970]

Around the neck, OUTSIDE the collar

[@bryp.8623]

I’m sorry but you got a Rolex and it don’t even fit proberly

[@denverr.i.p.6231]

There is no right way. It's whatever you prefer. Dorks.

[@xa-xii1316]

my girlfriend got me a watch for christmas, it appears its time i marry her

[@jovannyrivera1506]

I wear my Apple Watch on the right side is that ok ?????

[@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 😉

[@terryasheim9038]

Pocket watch...problem solved.