Top 10 38mm Watches for Smaller Wrists -Seiko, Rolex, Omega, Tudor, Marathon, Sinn, Junghans, CWard,

[@kraftyw1999]

I am SO glad the "larger watch trend" is finally coming to an end. It has irritated me to no end; having witnessed many friends falling for these oversized timepieces, I always felt I was an anomaly for preferring smaller watches. Thankfully, the trends are returning in my favour!

[@surfside75]

Annnnd close to 2020 the watch industry still stuck on 44mm😐

[@LukeDower]

I've never really been into watches but I turned 21 recently and my Father got me Vintage Tudor Prince date with the Ranger II Case... and now here I am.

[@BrockMcGoff]

Excellent video! I just ordered a SKX013 for myself. Was tough to find one but finally did. Looking forward to wearing it. Next up...the Seamaster.

[@paulodr33]

Just saw your video.. Nice choice!

[@andregonzales04]

I've been we wearing the skx013 for about a year now and I truly love it. I find myself wearing it more than my other more expensive watches that I own.

[@vanessamercedes7675]

for me ultimately the lug to lug size is more important to me. If the lugs dont hang over the wrist i even can rock a 40 mm with my little lady wristy

[@ilija_frlanov]

Vanessa Mercedes

[@bushfriend2718]

Same thing with my 44pam

[@caspar_gomez]

this is true. also have to take into consideration how it looks with your overall proportions. and I think women can get away with oversized things looking cute rather than ill fitting

[@Renegade498]

I have quite large wrists but 38 is my preferred size! :D I'm happy as low as 36 no problem, and won't go above 40mm unless it's a dive watch. Definitely agree with you that the smaller watches look more refined and tasteful. My eyes were really opened when I started learning about vintage watches and watch history. To get philosophical for a moment: I feel as though a watch and the wearer is a personal thing, there is in a way an intimacy to the relationship. For a watch to be large and loud and in-your-face seems - to me - to be almost a betrayal of that personal intimacy. Perhaps that doesn't make any sense, but a small watch on my big wrists just feels right to me.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Gabe, excellent comment. Really enjoyed hearing your thoughts. Best regards, TGV

[@TheWoodStroker]

Just received my Omega Speedmaster Reduced. Looks great on my 6.75 inch wrist. Thanks for the vid, reinforces my decision. Mine was made in 1990 and looks brand new.

[@HumbertoRamosCosta]

bought the SKX013 because of your recommendations on the 007, can't be more happy, fits perfectly on my (small) wrist.

[@theurbangentry]

So glad to hear. Enjoy the SKX my friend. Best regards, TGV

[@theurbangentry]

Ps. Forgive my manners, I forgot to say thank you! :D

[@Chaddyp100]

I must say i was getting into the bigger watches trend but since this channel i have been getting much smaller watches. The date just is so iconic and would love to own one soon, dont think i would have been saying that a couple months ago !!!! thank you for the video cheers, Chad

[@rare6499]

I just got a classic 1982 Tudor Prince Oysterdate. Only 34mm but a really timeless classy watch. I really like the smaller watches from the 40s to the 80s.

[@alnadaf]

when I started collecting shy of 2 years ago my naive taste was towards larger 42 to 44 mm watches even for my small wrist and thankfully I am now fixated on 38 to 40 mm! I can't see myself going for a watch less than 38 mm. cheers another great upload!

[@theurbangentry]

+Threads, Suits & Timepieces UK Thank you. Best regards, TGV

[@b1scuits1]

38mm Hamilton Khaki Field Auto :) love mine

[@a000ab]

And if you want to go entry, Seiko SNK809 (37 mm)

[@seant.9010]

Picked up a datejust 16013 at a pawn shop in Boston in great condition under 3k. I figure even with an overhaul and polish it's a decent buy. Looks great on my small wrist. Bought a sub c from a jeweler a few years back and with never again pay retail. Thanks for what you do and keep up the good work.

[@theurbangentry]

+sean t. Good for you! Nicely done and thank you for sharing, great comment. Best regards, TGV

[@jaykenigsberg2162]

Excellent video and commentary. Glad to see the Seiko Sarb line getting more love. The Sinn is great looking. I will definitely be referring back to this video when the next purchase is going to be made.

[@theurbangentry]

+Jay Koenigsberg Thank you so much Jay. Best regards, TGV

[@bickeringbishop]

Thanks TGV for another fantastic video! So many smaller watches are passed by without thought. Just got an SKX013...I'm thrilled with it and I never plan on selling it! Cheers, J.

[@WS-fd1pv]

This guy is the reason why my fist watch was Sarb 033, second vintage Timex Merlin, third SKX13, Now choosing between Tudor BB58 or speed-master))

[@daleclark3138]

Kevin in the wilds of Missouri. I really enjoy any reviews with sub$400 Seiko or Orient automatics as that is in the price range I can afford. I have purchased Seiko Sarb017 and 033 and SKX007 and 009 which are all great but I also have small wrists like you. I did not know the SKX013 was discontinued or that LongIsland had it for such a great price. Ordered one last night to go with a nice Bond style NATO that I already have on hand. I put a nice strap code super oyster bracelet on my 007 and may have to look for a 20mm version for the 013. Your reviews are the best unbiased ones I have found on the net. Keep up the great service you provide for watch collectors of modest means. Thanks again for the heads up in this video.

[@dustinfox5211]

For the sub 1k price range, the Hamilton Khaki Field Auto 38 should definitely be in this list.

[@Berycej]

The Speedmaster Reduced is kind of a revelation. Way to call it out. Thanks TGV.

[@lifenature5463]

It was an excellent comparison and suggestions, as usual, congrats. Here is my number one, I hope since I didn't receive and experienced it yet. A couple of days ago, I bought an Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch #ISL-22 with an orange dial. The price of $ 299 is a bargain if you live in the USA. I'm from Italy, so I must consider an extra 70 euro (transport, import taxes, duty, currier fee, and vat). Still not bad for what you get. I can't wait to receive it. I exchanged several emails with Marc, the owner of the Island Watch Company. Awesome helpful guy. I got a Marathon MSAR 36mm a few months ago, and it is a bit small for my 17,5 cm wrist (I cannot state it in inches; you make the conversion.) Now on my wrist, I am wearing a Citizen Promaster Ecodrive on a Cheapest Nato Straps Marine Nationale Paratrooper from Sweden. It feels extremely comfortable. I buy European when I can because of the tax saving. Too bad the Islander is not available in the EU.

[@michelecalo1107]

I usually wear 40-42mm watches, but that Speedmaster reduced... Wow, that's pure class! I might consider getting one. Thanks for the video, TGV. Best regards, Michele.

[@sleepzou]

Im wearing my Seiko Sarb 033. That I bought after watching your videos. And I was not dissapointed with The watch.

[@justinmark2117]

Great taste in watches as always! I'm a huge German watch fan, and have a Sinn, Junghans and soon to have Stowa. And big fan of the Speed Master too, especially at 38-39mm. Although I don't buy Chronos since I don't have use for the function. On a side note, I do have to admit though while I like Omega watches, I've always found the name a bit subservient as it represents the weakest of the group (for example among animal groups). And good job highlighting Seiko... great, accurate time pieces of which I need to buy one soon.

[@SuperPeleke]

As a man with a smaller wrist, kudos to a great video!!! Love your videos because of the great emphasis on smaller watches. I'm surprised you didn't chose 40mm or smaller.... so many amazing great choices for a future video perhaps... 40mm would maybe be more like a "midsized" watch video for small-medium wrists.

[@theurbangentry]

+Fred T Thank you Fred. I think I might have to do another for 38mm to 40mm and then 40mm to 42mm, depends on if I get enough requests, stay tuned I guess. Best regards, TGV

[@ooharhh1012]

loving my 38mm trident, perfect size for me..love that you show smaller watches love on your channel, get well soon - Chip

[@NicolasMarchandotSAFTI]

Amazing analysis, very interesting, thank you very much ! Precious help for future choices :) btw, I approve your IKEA Markus leather desk chair, also an excellent choice, having the same ha ha

[@jochem1986]

I just ordered a Seiko SNXS79 as my first automatic dress watch. I cannot wait!

[@HamnJam51]

An excellent list! Keep up the good work - I enjoy your videos. I have to nominate the Orient Star Classic as an affordable 38mm (well 38.5mm) diameter watch. I'm a bit biased as it's in my collection as a dress piece.

[@barfvader6712]

17 people with giant wrists disliked this video.

[@friends909335]

Nathaniel Palmer

[@GrimGriefer_]

108 people that saw this was just a paid ad disliked the video

[@JadeSchafer]

Wow those are some nice watches. I'm obssessed with that Marathon. Great video. All the best, JAS

[@HH60gPaveHawk]

So happy to see the Speedy Reduced on here! Mine gets in in two days :D

[@theurbangentry]

+Yankee Rider Glad to hear my friend, sure you will love it! Thanks for the comment, Best regards, TGV

[@Chowderzering]

This is by far my favourite of your videos!

[@theurbangentry]

+Adam Chow Fantastic! So glad to hear :D Best regards, TGV

[@Sand_Tigger]

Thanks for the video - I have a 7.3 wrist but love smaller watches including my CW 38mm, a Zeno 36mm and two vintage Rolex that measure 34mm each. Nobody has ever commented that they look small or look like ladies watches. They are traditional sizes for men's watches.

[@glynnhadskey4698]

As a vintage watch wearer I appreciate this video. 34mm for a round watch is my favorite size. But I can go bigger on a diver. I have a vintage Hamilton at 36mm and a vintage Caravelle at 37. I just ordered an SKX013 that will be the largest watch I own. Just wanted to throw out my only other modern watch, Longines Heritage Conquest at 35mm. Though I don’t think they make it in the size anymore.

[@Nevillius]

Great video, I have small wrists aswell, looking to pick up a Max Bill in the near future. Thnx for the nice overview of the smaller watches!

[@gabiistrate2936]

Always a pleasure to watch your videos. Great job. Keep it up.

[@joaovitoramaralsilva9745]

Really good video TGV, specially for the divers and the chrono (speedy) selections. Its pretty easy to find dress watches for 38mm and about, but no so easy to find good options on the other genres. Won't use these information myself - you saw it on the FB group, my 40mm Seamaster looks prettu small on me - but really useful anyway, the small size options are narrow nowadays!!

[@theurbangentry]

+João Vitor Amaral Silva Haha, I knew this would not apply to you! I envy you my friend! Best regards, TGV

[@mrcholmondeley8554]

Top list TGV. I, too, have a "modest" wrist! I briefly had the Seamaster Midsize but I found it just too small. I'm actually now on the look out for an Aqua Terra which at 38.5mm is the same size as the Sinn 556.

[@sharpdad33]

Never thought I'd love 38-40mm as much as I do!

[@bpslodge]

Hi TGV, I agree with you on the Rolex date just as perect size for the smaller wrist. I had one bought for me as present back in the 80's and absolutely loved it. It was a grey Geneva stripe dial version and I stupidly sold it to get some cash to buy a car and have regreted it ever since. It is now my grail watch and will be mine again, great video regards Brian.

[@theurbangentry]

+bpslodge Thank you Brian, I am sure you will get it back one day. I am sure the absence has made the heart grow founder and when you get it back you will treasure it more then before. Great comment, Best regards, TGV

[@BurnettVice]

Totally agree especially for the Speedmaster because it's a timeless masterpiece with an incredible story; at the same time in your chart there are many pieces affordable for common people.

[@philzee2]

Just picked up a Speedy 39 mm in new condition. Love it Really comfortable and fits well on my 6.5 inch wrist. Getting a Sarb 035 and own the Sinn 856. All great.

[@theurbangentry]

+philzee2 So glad to hear, enjoy it!!!! Best regards, TGV

[@HDhack3r]

Keep up the great videos! Best watch videos on KZbin no doubt

[@justinkhleung8748]

Enjoyed your vid! Just for reference what's your wrist size TVG?

[@olliemc88]

Some excellent watches! Thanks for the video TGV as always. I love that you are wearing the hell out of the aliens Seiko! Cheers, Ollie.

[@theurbangentry]

+olliemc88 Haha, thank you Ollie! Best regards, TGV

[@Danimal506]

I love hearing "permanent watch in the collection" on watches that are now long gone! haha Thanks for working hard to make great videos. -Dan M

[@rewen84]

My Seiko SKX013 arrived in the post today and is the perfect size for my small wrist and looks great so I was glad to see it included in your list. I just need to replace the uncomfortable rubber strap it came with for a Nato. But I personally would have included the old Rolex Explorer 36mm in the top ten.

[@stephenrhodes7758]

Couldn't agree more regarding the DJ. I finally pulled the trigger on a classic piece from around 90/91& couldn't be happier. It does wear bigger than the suggested 36mm size due to the lug width & the fluted bezel certainly helps its cause. I may return to the retro/classic range for a JLC in the future but i'm not actively searching for anything new at the moment. I am at a bit of a loss as to what Rolex are playing at when it comes to the resizing of their current range. Why increase a dress watch from 36-41mm which imo is far too big for a dress watch & yet only increase The Explorer a tool watch by a paltry 3mm to 39, it doesn't make an sense whatsoever. Finally i wanted to give you a heads up regarding a new brand or rather the return of a vintage brand in Eza. Head over to Fratello Watches for the full story. They have a vintage styled piece in black with a black leather strap that looks just the ticket. I may even take them up on their pre-order offer which looks too good to be true. Check them out & see for yourself.

[@midlandsdrumlessons]

Another shout out for the 36mm Nomos Club 701. A stunning piece with much more wrist presence than you would imagine thanks to its long lugs. I have 7 inch wrists which I believe are average in the Western world and I would only go to 40mm for a divers type watch with moving bezel. One quick comment though, 'all dial' designs with very slim bezels such as the Junghans in your list wear HUGE imo. For those of us with average sized wrists, I'd say that 38mm for such designs are actually too big! I'd much rather go for a 35mm Nomos Orion that has a similar 'all dial design' than the 38mm version.

[@bobfrombrisbane1831]

Nice to see some different watches being spoken about. The Rolex Datejust is just a classic and hard to go past. Cheers.

[@retroscort2687]

What a great and very informative video! Having recently purchased my first automatic, a budget Seiko SNK809K2 (nice watch on a decent NATO strap) as an everyday beater, I've have caught automatic bug and I'm sure it will be the first of many! Thanks for your recommendations.

[@johnrycroft4855]

Although I'm a larger guy (6' 3"), I really do like and appreciate your choices! A list of great choices no doubt. I often have the opposite problem; my hands and wrist are very large ( XXl glove size,wrist 8.25"). I appreciate a watch for many reasons, quality, beauty and function. I just hope that the trend towards smaller watches finds a happy medium. Big and bulky does not equate to elegance functionality and classiness! I guess what I'm trying too say is, it's more than size; big or small! I would agree, a watch that is to big or too small is just a mistake for the person wearing it. Having said all that; sometimes beauty and desire can get the better of you!

[@connellmaccool7018]

Hello TGV hope all is well stateside, great video as usual. I totally agree with you concerning watch size. I find 38 to 40 mm thee best size for any watch, anything above 40 mm is verging on a dinner plate on the wrist! When you see these oversized watches the people who wear them are either blind or love having a garish dinner plate on their wrist that tells the time. Regards. Connell

[@theurbangentry]

+Connell MacCool Hear hear, spot on and I could not agree more, Thank you Connell, hope you are well my friend. Best regards, TGV

[@michaelfrancalanzo4485]

You sir, have excellent taste in watches. Very glad to see someone else who appreciates these fine, but affordable for the most part, time pieces. These modern, huge, gaudy pieces that are trending now are a complete joke. Well done!

[@theurbangentry]

+Michael Francalanzo Thank you Michael, very kind. Totally agree about those trends! Best regards, TGV

[@andrewcanella]

One watch that is often overlooked is the Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic. They are available in a 37mm version (one is a silver dial with steel blued hands and the other is a black dial with gold accents). I have the silver with blue hands and love it!

[@nickhueser9193]

I liked your earlier Video and appreciate the explanation of which measures to consider in choosing a watch. My wife and I wear the same wrist size in length. However not all watches look good on her watches. In this it was good to measure lug to lug size for her but I can wear large lug to lug sizes than she can because the larger sizes look good on me but not on her. Your videos are the best watch ones. Thanks for your efforts. Bye Nick Hueser I

[@JDAbbeyIII]

Love your videos. Watch 2-3 a day. One thing that I'd like to see is if you could list the watches reviewed in the description and maybe put links to the times for each watch. That would improve the viewing experience so I can skip to the watches I want to see.

[@kevinc.5073]

I ordered the mid size omega seamaster. I have a 6.75” wrist. I was really on the fence about the 41mm vs 36mm, but your videos influenced me to get the 36. The smaller size will suit me better, I think.

[@MrRoyck10]

IMHO Rolex Datejust holds the ace, I'm yet to see any watch that could look so great and iconic at 36mm, please correct me if I'm wrong. The Omega would have a slight chance if it was the reduced manual version of the MOTM but it's a watered down automatic. God I love a manual watch!! I will give it a second, then Tudor 3rd and Seamaster 4th. Cward was trying to look like Rolex and the Red bezel a Tudor black bay. All said we are not far off but you have an advantage of ownership of these watches. Anyway I watched this video 3 times..lol I enjoyed it.

[@mylenebautista7612]

Ok

[@mylenebautista7612]

CK ROY

[@HansenPL]

Great, great video. Been watching your channel for about two months, learned a lot about watches, thank you! A also have small wrists. Currently I'm looking to buy my very first automatic for my own birthday :) :) Most probably it will be Hamilton Khaki Field Auto 38mm. It's below 400$

[@LaBestia2156]

Agree with some of this recommendations: I have the Sarbs 033 and 035, Skx 013, Hamilton mechanical. However I prefer the Junghans mechanical in 34mm and the Omega midsize is 36.25mm. That is my whole collection as of now.

[@slaydragon9078]

Your videos are so chill! Your accent is very unique and I think you have v good taste in watches. Your a true gent. Liked and subbed :)

[@jwag869]

Great topic. I am just a little under 6.5" wrist so I don't even look at anything over about a 40-42 mm and it depends on the lug shape. Thanks to you I already have a Speedy FOIS but next I kind of have a hankering for a Nomos. I find myself turned on by the engineering in the new DUW3001 movement introduced in the Minimatik, so just sitting back and waiting to see that movement spread into more of the line in the next year or two. Would like to see a revised Ahoi with the new movement just because I like some water resistance and lume on my watches. Great job TGV!

[@theurbangentry]

+jwag869 Fantastic to hear about your FOIS, hope you like it as much as I love mine. A Nomos would compliment it well. LOVE the Ahoi, that blue OMG!!! Interesting to hear about the new movements, I can see myself getting one eventually too. Thanks for the kind words, Best regards, TGV

[@carloscerritos7748]

I really like this video, I really have very tiny wrist and I'm looking for my second automatic watch.

[@muaythaibachatero393]

Just recently purchased a Seiko SKX013. I don't regret buying it at all.

[@theurbangentry]

+Christian Marilla So glad to hear, Enjoy it! Thank you for sharing, Best regards, TGV

[@bpslodge]

Hi TGV, i agree with you on the Rolex date just as I had one bought for me as a present back in the 80's and it fit like a glove. It had a grey Geneva stripe dial and I absolutely loved it. I stupidly sold it when I needed cash for a car and I still regret it today so it is now a Grail watch for me and it will be mine again. Regards B.

[@theurbangentry]

+bpslodge Sorry to hear that, if it helps, I have been there many times! Sure you will get it back, plus missing it will make you love it that much more when it returns!!! Best regards, TGV

[@theurbangentry]

+The Urban Gentry P.s. forgive me, I forgot to thank you for the excellent comment

[@bpslodge]

+The Urban Gentry much appreciated I will get there,just a matter of time. This comment seems to have posted twice,not sure why so please just disregard the second one. Cheers.

[@bpslodge]

+The Urban Gentry much appreciated I will get there,just a matter of time. This comment seems to have posted twice,not sure why so please just disregard the second one. Cheers.

[@japhetbastasa7637]

Thanks for this video.... it helps me to decide what is right size for my smaller wrists.

[@theurbangentry]

+Japhet Bastes So glad to hear! Thank you :D Best regards, TGV

[@justinmark2117]

Junghans Max Bill is a national treasure... a true classic, sleek, simple, iconic, and tasteful.

[@dorningarts]

TGV, This is a great list, watches that actually fit with some class, I absolutely love the Max Bill, the others are great as well, thanks friend, Gary

[@jerrygundecker743]

With enormous respect for your opinion, I never thought small watches were exclusively for small wrists. In the distant past many famous people (including men), wore watches slightly larger than a dime.

[@hitsugayat10]

Great vid on the top 10 watches below 38mm. Watched ur vid when I started collecting watch n collected 3 in ur top 10 list which I based them on ur recommendation n my liking on their design, d speedy reduced, Quartz red Seamaster n d skx007's lil bro 😄

[@frasitopoquito4144]

I like the Sinn 356 Copper (38mm) chrono, particularly on the leather strap, classic design in a proper size. There's also the Rolex 114270 Explorer (36mm) perhaps even more iconic than the Submariner. If you are a Breitling fan the 38mm colt automatic is an option. Glycine produce a 36mm Combat six that fits large for it's size, a field watch style, the clean dial with date only option is a great watch for smaller wrists. On the quartz side of things, Alpina, notorious for producing pie plates for the wrist, do make the Extreme Diver in a 38mm size, short lug to lug length also helps the fit. One can still purchase the Omega SMP300 in a quartz at 36mm although i do believe the automatic has been discontinued in the same size. I'm on the fence with the Marathon mid size automatic diver. It's small at 36mm for a dive watch, personally be much happier with a 38mm. Watching the video the Marathon seems top heavy yet does fit you well. I might try one out. BTW. The comment by a reader about the MOTM reference is with regards to that Australian chap who also does watch reviews on youtube. Quite enjoyed this post, especially the look on your face when you think there's something in the woods... You look as out of place there as I would wearing a suit to a high class restaurant. signed the watch wearing bushman ;-)

[@thientrieu91291]

This video is amazing!! I never knew there were a mid size SKX007 and a midsize Speedmaster before I watched your video. The Tudor, the 2 Seikos, and the 2 Omegas are on my radar now. Awesome video, thank you! Also, I'm not sure if you've heard of the Maratac Mid Pilot? Would love you hear your opinion on it.

[@Nallenbot]

Watched this with great interest but did have to chuckle when number 1 turned out to be my current watch. I even have it on the leather strap. Very interested in Christopher Ward though, cheers for that.

[@nicolasgrenouilleau9584]

Another great bang for buck/class to consider is the Seagull 1963 bi compax chronograph(aka the D304): hardly more expensive than an SKX, great vintage look, and the manual movement, although made in China, is based on the legendary column wheel Venus 175. Since I'm a bit of an addict I'm also considering the GORGEOUS Tudor MiniSub at the moment, gosh that's a nice watch! Thanx for the hard work Tristano, I discovered your channel only a couple of weeks ago and I'm loving every bit of it. Greetings from Paris :)

[@theurbangentry]

Excellent suggestion, and as I am sure you know from my review of it, I could hardly agree more, Thank you for sharing that, Best regards TGV

[@nicolasgrenouilleau9584]

Oops, oh dear. I'm new here, didn't know you had already reviewed it....my bad. All the best to you !

[@theurbangentry]

Welcome aboard in that case! Perfectly understandable, like this video, my review was a long time ago! Enjoy. BTW, the Mercer Lexington I took a look at in the Microbrand video special last week also is based on the same movement, well worth a look if you have not already. Thanks again, Best regards, TGV

[@nicolasgrenouilleau9584]

I surely will. Got a lot to make up for. All I wanna say is your spirits and attitude towards horology and life in general, style, intellect, music (I'm a musician too) are an exemple, and I mean it! If you ever come to France gimme a shout, you'll have a friend here. Now let's have a look at these Seagull and Mercer Lexington reviews then, ha ha !

[@anaana806]

Ohh have I been waiting for a video like this !! Good job as always TGV #smallwristproblems

[@theurbangentry]

+sid M Glad to hear. Sorry about the delay, so many videos to make, so little time :D Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@haxx7128]

Cool video, I enjoy this top 10 format!

[@wildsquirtle9685]

FANTASTIC! This is the video I've been waiting for. Your pretty spot on your list imo. P.S. I recommend you looking into the Davosa Ternos Ceramic. It's a Submariner homage that will give the 1545 a run for its money.

[@theurbangentry]

+Arvin Torres Thank you Arvin, sorry for the delay. Will certainly check out Davosa, has been on my radar for a while. Best regards, TGV

[@ArnarE]

Great review, TGV! Agree with most of your list, but I think my top 10 list would place the Explorer I quite near the top. I've never owned one (yet), but love the look of it. Take care! /Arnar

[@theurbangentry]

+Arnar Eidskrem Thank you Arnar, I love the Exp 1 too, such class, I don't think there is a classier Rollie to be honest. Best regards, TGV

[@panoslioulias6231]

Great video! One of the most practical for me!

[@Adipper]

Nice list TGV. I would put the 1016 Explorer at No. 1 and Speedy Reduced No 2. Thanks.

[@satansonion2104]

I believe I have 6.5 inch wrists and my favorite watch is the 42mm Explorer II. Prefer it to the sub most of the time.

[@blazejewiczk]

I know my wrist is smaller than yours. I always had problems of finding the right watch! I am setting at 40 mm to about 50. Usually I pay cash for them I am looking atm to purchase a higher end watch aiming at Rolex. I can do a payment plan because I know in this economy I can be at this local job for years at least. Thanks for the videos. I do always enjoy them!

[@EpiCx8]

If you have to get a payment plan for a watch, you can't afford it.

[@plooplover9253]

Love the channel! Keep up the incredible work. Kind regards Tom

[@theurbangentry]

+Ploop Lover Thank you so much, Best regards, TGV

[@sylvainpaquette6132]

I love my marathons. I have the GSAR but now I also have the smaller general purpose mechanical in inox with the 2801. Very tough, accurate, compact and comfortable and marathon offer really nice selection of bands for it. It is a 16mm strap and may seems small but on the wrist it fit pretty much anyone including people with larger wrist. The marathons are the watches I wear when sleeping every night since It's the only lume that will be visible at any time during the night. There is no better lume than tritium for me.

[@kaunas888]

I previously had a Citizen, which was about 34 mm, and was able to fit into it: a bi-directional bezel and digital displays, and it was perfectly readable. If they still sold it, I would buy it again in a heart beat.

[@mtronaut1694]

Great video! I have a 6.5" wrist and man, do I hate this big watch trend! I'd really like to get me a mid-price diver, but I simply can't find a nice one in a fitting size...greetings from Berlin! :)

[@ednammansfield8553]

Might be worth looking at a Casio MTD-1053D if you don't mind having a quartz dive watch. It is ideal for the smaller wrist and is water resist to 200m. It has a screw in crown and caseback and is around 38mm and 9mm thickness. Anti clockwise rotating bezel which is quite solid. There are two versions of the watch, the classic black version and also a blue version which has a sunburst effect when the light catches it. Stainless steel bracelet with double push button clasp. The price is incredible too at below £50 here in the UK on Ebay UK. A really good watch for the price and excellent quality.

[@johnprice909]

Interesting list. Not sure I'd agree with all (of course we all have our preferences). For example while I like your comments on the DateJust I'd still put the Explorer 1 instead. I do like that you mentioned the CW Trident - a good choice there. While I don't think they'd on the list, two watches I've owned in the past that were both 38mm that I really liked were a simple 3 hand Blancpain (with the F Piguet mvmt), and a Chronoswiss Kairos. Of course Patek makes some beautiful watches in that size. And I'd love to own a classic Brequet (one of my all time favorite brands) in that size range. I think too that there are some Grand Seikos that fall in the 38mm range that I'd probably include in my list of top 10. Cheers, John

[@orestiszach3073]

Great list, as I am also in that range (38-40mm). My only dissagreement is that you spent to places for Seiko. I definitely put on very high place Nomos (I am owner of Ludwig Datum 38). It has a whole range of 38s (Tangente, Luddwig, Orion, Metro) and Club (36mm). Also JLC and Zenith have great pieces in that dimensions.

[@BorisVodka]

Thanks for this video...38mm-42mm is my sweet spot.

[@jackthompson8377]

More important than case size is dial size. Mine range from 36mm to 28 mm. Most dive watches are about 30 mm, large clunky watches with a small dial because of the bezel. Lug to lug is also important because you could have a large round wrist or a smaller flat one. I think there should be 1/4” of skin showing on either side of the lugs.

[@SuperPeleke]

I forgot to mention, TGV, are you aware of the Speedmaster Racing line of watches by Omega? It is essentially the same size as the Speedmaster reduced, while listed as 40mm, it's actually only 38mm when you measure it without the crown. It wears like a smaller watch. It doesn't pretend to be the "Moon watch" but rather a very smart, beautiful, modern chronograph. Absolutely beautiful little piece, I really really believe you should take a look at one in person, it's such a solid design and shape. I believe as the trend of watches retreats back to smaller traditional diameters, the Speedmaster Racing will be very well positioned.

[@theurbangentry]

+Fred T Hi Fred, I am aware of them. I will take another look, thank you for reminding me, excellent point. Best regards, TGV

[@DeeDeeDanone]

Smashing list of watches there, i think the Rolex Datejust would take number 1 for me (not that I own it, purely hypothetical), it's the ultimately classic. I've always thought the Speedmaster Reduced looks a little awkward at that size, the left and right subdials are too close to the edge and it looks a bit unbalanced. The 38mm Oris John Coltrane is a sleek dress watch with those blue train tracks. I come to accept small watches aren''t for me, although I too have small wrists, I'm a big guy at 6ft and they just look too small on me.

[@theseira]

Dow going up today!! futures pointing up! Keep up the good job!

[@spirusotinanai4029]

Cool list! Really like the Tudor.. They have a new unisex model comparable to the prince, the Tudor style.. 28mm, 34mm, 38mm and 41mm! Cheers from Greece

[@theurbangentry]

+Spirus Otinanai Thank you Spirus. Do you mean the "Glamour" by Tudor? Best regards, TGV

[@spirusotinanai4029]

+The Urban Gentry Sorry for not making my self clear!I mean the Tudor "Style".. It comes in black and a beautiful silver dial..

[@PhilipWing]

Nice vid as always man, keep it up! Love it!

[@derfdswed]

my watch wearing wrist is 6.25'' and 38mm is my sweet spot, I have a 41mm Sinn EZM 3 that wears great as well but I don't want to go bigger. I considered the 37.5mm Planet Ocean Ceramic but it just seems a bit too thick. I have a 36mm Railmaster which is are rare but another excellent choice if you can get your hands one one. The midsize SMP just seems a bit too small for a diver watch for me. Nomos and Grand Seiko SBGR051/53 are also in my top 10.

[@KenCooperonline]

If I haven't said it before, you've convinced me that smaller diameters (below 40mm in my case) are something I can pull off. The smallest of my collection (the Seiko SNK803) is about 37mm and it fits comfortably and looks good.

[@XM331637]

Hi TGV, thanks for the review, I agree with the Rolex as well, mine looks and feels terrific. I don't have any of those larger watches, they just don't seem to fit me.Excellent job, keep it up.

[@anamisidro8453]

great video. great choices. Just bought my seiko skx009. I'm completely crazy about it. I can't wear it as a beater because I just love it. Now I'm having trouble to move into the squalls, glycine, omegas as I keep thinking that a have a great piece for only 200€.....

[@theurbangentry]

+Ana Isidro Thank you. Haha, I know the feeling, I am the same with my SKX. Don't worry about moving up, if you love the SKX, enjoy it!!! Best regards, TGV