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Magic-Matt · 1 June 2013, 06:08 PM

Seen a lot of posts recently about 36mm vs 41mm, 40mm vs 42mm etc. A lot of the choice seems to come down to the wearers wrist size.

What Im wondering is what would you consider the "correct way" (if there is such a thing) or how do you guys go about measuring your wrists? (As there are differences depending on how, where and when its done). Just my engineering mind at work here!

- Measure wrist when cold or hot? (silly but does change)
- Around the wrist bone, or the flat area just upwards
- Do you pull the tape snug or leave it more relaxed

All influencing factors, but depending on how its done...

I can get from a 6.75" to a 7.25" depending on the above.

I sold an Omega once to a guy that fitted me with a bit of slack. He had a 7" wrist but when he received the watch he said it was only good for 6.5" and couldn't even get it over his hand! He was a rugby player mind you!

Be interesting to get some feedback from you guys

Rashid.bk · 1 June 2013, 07:41 PM

hot, above the wrist bone, tape snug not tight

Swift_Movement · 1 June 2013, 08:48 PM

In between the protruding wrist bone and your palm. Tight to the wrist. After you have been at room temperature for a while neither hot or cold. The temperature you are most likely to wear the watch at!

TimeOnHand · 2 June 2013, 12:50 AM

You bring up a very important point...

Most of the time my wrist is 6.5". I measure with a Measuring tape where I want my watch to sit! When it's very hot and humid my wrist will also go up in size to about 6.9". So all my watches are sized at about 6.75". So when ever I am sizing a new watch I alway compare the fit with an older watch and allow for similar fit and feel!

Clutch Cargo · 2 June 2013, 02:06 AM

One alternative to using a measuring tape is to use a string, a Sharpie, and a ruler. Wrap the string around your wrist so there is some overlap. Mark the string with the Sharpie at a point where it overlaps. Be sure to mark both sections of the string that overlap. Remove the string, and measure the distance between the two marks.

Magic-Matt · 2 June 2013, 02:41 AM

Thanks guys, some helpful tips there. Seems a stupidly obviously question, but nevertheless it appears there is a correct way after all!

Billywiz · 2 June 2013, 02:48 AM

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Originally Posted by TimeOnHand

You bring up a very important point...

Most of the time my wrist is 6.5". I measure with a Measuring tape where I want my watch to sit! When it's very hot and humid my wrist will also go up in size to about 6.9". So all my watches are sized at about 6.75". So when ever I am sizing a new watch I alway compare the fit with an older watch and allow for similar fit and feel!

Yep...thats. My way...slightly loose when cool...

ecsub44 · 2 June 2013, 02:49 AM

I'm always curious as to how one could wear their watch below (closer to had) their wristbone. To me, it's very bothersome in that position. The crown digs into my hand and interferes with my ability to bend my wrist.

Rashid.bk · 2 June 2013, 04:01 AM

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Originally Posted by ecsub44

I'm always curious as to how one could wear their watch below (closer to had) their wristbone. To me, it's very bothersome in that position. The crown digs into my hand and interferes with my ability to bend my wrist.

Yeap, when mine slides down there I have to roll it up.

Watchdog · 2 June 2013, 06:16 AM

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Originally Posted by ecsub44

I'm always curious as to how one could wear their watch below (closer to had) their wristbone. To me, it's very bothersome in that position. The crown digs into my hand and interferes with my ability to bend my wrist.

Agree.

Jocke · 2 June 2013, 06:23 AM

The only that works is Rolex Ref 1071 to get correct result.

alanc · 2 June 2013, 06:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

The only that works is Rolex Ref 1071 to get correct result.

The Triple Red YM! Awesome, Jocke!

rfknauss · 3 June 2013, 04:24 AM

Matthew ..... another influencing factor is the fact that some people have much flatter wrists ..... so there is more space on the top of the wrist. So in other words, one person could have a larger circumference wrist but have less watch space on the top.

heatscore · 3 June 2013, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by rfknauss

Matthew ..... another influencing factor is the fact that some people have much flatter wrists ..... so there is more space on the top of the wrist. So in other words, one person could have a larger circumference wrist but have less watch space on the top.

+1. The shape of your wrist has a lot to do with how a watch looks on you as well.

jeffjcc · 3 June 2013, 04:41 AM

I've used this body tape measure that I have from GNC. It tells me my wrist is 7 1/8 to 7 1/4!

JP Chestnut · 3 June 2013, 09:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ecsub44

I'm always curious as to how one could wear their watch below (closer to had) their wristbone. To me, it's very bothersome in that position. The crown digs into my hand and interferes with my ability to bend my wrist.

I wear mine on my right wrist, so the crown points up. It's one of the best things about being left-handed. I actually don't think I could wear a watch with a crown facing down.

Magic-Matt · 3 June 2013, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

The only that works is Rolex Ref 1071 to get correct result.

Lol, nice one Jocke, very "fitting" picture!

Magic-Matt · 3 June 2013, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by jeffjcc

I've used this body tape measure that I have from GNC. It tells me my wrist is 7 1/8 to 7 1/4!

Thats a really cool gadget, I was wondering if something like that existed, a sure must have if you flip watches a lot and dont want to get the sizing wrong!

Can I ask where you got it?

jeffjcc · 5 June 2013, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Magic-Matt

Can I ask where you got it?

I picked it up at a GNC here in the US, only 10 bucks!

http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3687525

I'm sure Amazon has something similar - just search for "body tape measure"

1 June 2013, 06:08 PM	#1
Magic-Matt "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Matthew Location: Marbella Watch: Exp 216570 Polar Posts: 357	How exactly do you guys measure your wrists? Seen a lot of posts recently about 36mm vs 41mm, 40mm vs 42mm etc. A lot of the choice seems to come down to the wearers wrist size. What Im wondering is what would you consider the "correct way" (if there is such a thing) or how do you guys go about measuring your wrists? (As there are differences depending on how, where and when its done). Just my engineering mind at work here! - Measure wrist when cold or hot? (silly but does change) - Around the wrist bone, or the flat area just upwards - Do you pull the tape snug or leave it more relaxed All influencing factors, but depending on how its done... I can get from a 6.75" to a 7.25" depending on the above. I sold an Omega once to a guy that fitted me with a bit of slack. He had a 7" wrist but when he received the watch he said it was only good for 6.5" and couldn't even get it over his hand! He was a rugby player mind you! Be interesting to get some feedback from you guys

2 June 2013, 12:50 AM	#4
TimeOnHand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Hong Kong Watch: Rolex Air-King Posts: 4,468	You bring up a very important point... Most of the time my wrist is 6.5". I measure with a Measuring tape where I want my watch to sit! When it's very hot and humid my wrist will also go up in size to about 6.9". So all my watches are sized at about 6.75". So when ever I am sizing a new watch I alway compare the fit with an older watch and allow for similar fit and feel! __________________ Instagram: timeonhand1010

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ecsub44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: US Watch: Sub Posts: 3,175	I'm always curious as to how one could wear their watch below (closer to had) their wristbone. To me, it's very bothersome in that position. The crown digs into my hand and interferes with my ability to bend my wrist. __________________ *侘寂 -- wabi-sabi --* acceptance of transience and imperfection by finding beauty in that which is imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete Commissioner of WEIRD POLICE , Badge # ecsub44

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Jocke 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jocke Location: Sweden Watch: A dozen of Rolex's Posts: 22,541	The only that works is Rolex Ref 1071 to get correct result. __________________ This message is written in perfect swenglish. What is best a custom Rolex or a Rolex that is stuck in custom? Buy a professional camera and you´re a professional photographer, buy a flute and you own a flute.

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rfknauss 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: Macungie, PA Watch: 5513 Sub, LV Sub Posts: 14,497	Matthew ..... another influencing factor is the fact that some people have much flatter wrists ..... so there is more space on the top of the wrist. So in other words, one person could have a larger circumference wrist but have less watch space on the top. __________________ *"Few things in life give man as great a pleasure as wearing a Rolex!"* TRF's "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron

1 June 2013, 07:41 PM	#2
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,173	hot, above the wrist bone, tape snug not tight

1 June 2013, 08:48 PM	#3
Swift_Movement Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Jon Location: Kitchener, Canada Watch: The Throne Posts: 375	In between the protruding wrist bone and your palm. Tight to the wrist. After you have been at room temperature for a while neither hot or cold. The temperature you are most likely to wear the watch at!

2 June 2013, 02:06 AM	#5
Clutch Cargo "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: Lynn Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 452	One alternative to using a measuring tape is to use a string, a Sharpie, and a ruler. Wrap the string around your wrist so there is some overlap. Mark the string with the Sharpie at a point where it overlaps. Be sure to mark both sections of the string that overlap. Remove the string, and measure the distance between the two marks.

2 June 2013, 02:41 AM	#6
Magic-Matt "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Matthew Location: Marbella Watch: Exp 216570 Polar Posts: 357	Thanks guys, some helpful tips there. Seems a stupidly obviously question, but nevertheless it appears there is a correct way after all!

3 June 2013, 04:41 AM	#15
jeffjcc "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Austin TX Posts: 80	I've used this body tape measure that I have from GNC. It tells me my wrist is 7 1/8 to 7 1/4! Attached Images

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