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JonnyBCisco · 11 July 2020, 11:02 AM

Hey guys so I just wanted to talk to you without the usual crowd listening in. This isn’t for them. It’s for you.

Over the past few years I have noticed a lot more people getting into high end watches and posting pictures here and elsewhere. Congratulations if you are one of them!

I have also noticed what appears to be some confusion about where and how to wear the watch on the wrist. I write this post to help you if you are finding your watch experience to be less than comfortable.

The key is your watch should be worn around the part of your arm with the smallest diameter. Like this:

This is where the watch is supposed to sit. And it stays in place without being too tight.

Now what I have started to see a lot of people do is wear the watch more on the back of their hand such that the crown of the watch (if worn on the left hand) invariably digs into the back of the hand like this:

Also note that the watch is simply too tight.

I’m not sure where the confusion came from. But since I noticed it I wanted to say something to help you get the most enjoyment out of your new watch.

Give it a try and see what you think. You might like it. And if you do help your friends wear it the right way as well.

All the best

dba · 11 July 2020, 12:40 PM

I think we're all secure in our decision making as to where on our wrists to wear our watch. But that's just me, I've been wrong before.

JParm · 11 July 2020, 12:46 PM

Gotta love it when people tell others the right / wrong way to wear watches

Chewbacca · 11 July 2020, 12:58 PM

Technically, you’re probably correct OP.

Realistically, doesn’t matter any more.

Although, wearing a $10k watch 13 floors up over the railing with camera in hand isn’t really the right way to do a safe pic either.

JonnyBCisco · 11 July 2020, 01:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Technically, you’re probably correct OP.

Realistically, doesn’t matter any more.

Although, wearing a $10k watch 13 floors up over the railing with camera in hand isn’t really the right way to do a safe pic either.

Thanks for the support!

singe89 · 11 July 2020, 01:54 PM

Wear it below my wrist bone but loose enough to slide over. That’s what I find most comfortable.

jnelson3097 · 11 July 2020, 02:48 PM

Thanks for the tip. It’s good that you reminded us again after 3 years.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=516368

El Cascarrabias · 11 July 2020, 02:56 PM

Look at some Rolex ads and get schooled. We’re not all built the same.

rolehex · 11 July 2020, 02:56 PM

I was always curious how anyone can comfortable wear a watch below the wristbone. When I try that it locks my hand/wrist from bending backward. But hey, to each their own.

vipereaper30 · 11 July 2020, 03:32 PM

I need a thread like this for underwear.

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Burlington · 11 July 2020, 03:34 PM

Or wear it on the right side and the crown won’t be digging in anywhere.

I find mine much more comfortable on my wrist than my forearm as per the OPs suggestion. But whatever works for everybody personally is fine.

Zoomerang · 11 July 2020, 03:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jnelson3097

Thanks for the tip. It’s good that you reminded us again after 3 years.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=516368

LOL, nice find!

rootbeer7 · 11 July 2020, 04:50 PM

Thanks

daveathall · 11 July 2020, 05:12 PM

No, you're wrong. One wears one's watch where it is comfortable. Each person is different.

I wear my watch loose and lower down because (for me) it looks better and is more comfortable.

Spectre38 · 11 July 2020, 05:39 PM

Whoa! Pump the brakes here... you wear your watch on your wrist? Huh... I wish someone would have said something sooner... boy do I feel silly.

swatty · 11 July 2020, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spectre38

Whoa! Pump the brakes here... you wear your watch on your wrist? Huh... I wish someone would have said something sooner... boy do I feel silly.

Pics

superdog · 11 July 2020, 07:59 PM

Oh man.

I guess now after 30+ years of wearing a watch, I’ll adjust how I wear it so that I can follow how you think I’m supposed to wear a watch.

Glad you posted this message for me.

Thanks.

Smh.

TheVTCGuy · 11 July 2020, 08:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vipereaper30

I need a thread like this for underwear.

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I’m about to start one... working on the pictures right now

The Joker · 11 July 2020, 08:59 PM

I've been doing it wrong all these years, why did nobody tell me before now

watchmework · 11 July 2020, 09:22 PM

OP you’re intentions are well but if you couldn’t already tell most here wear the watches how they want. I’m in that camp as well, everyone’s comfort is different and after they spend thousands of dollars on a luxury item it’s up to them how they want to rock it. Nice SD4k by the way

brandrea · 11 July 2020, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchmework

OP you’re intentions are well but if you couldn’t already tell most here wear the watches how they want. I’m in that camp as well, everyone’s comfort is different and after they spend thousands of dollars on a luxury item it’s up to them how they want to rock it. Nice SD4k by the way

Couldn’t agree more

MrGoat · 11 July 2020, 11:26 PM

150 posts in 5 yrs qualifies one as an expert on the proper way to wear any watch. Thanks for the advice, I will change the position I’ve worn my watch for 30 yrs to suit your personal “preferences”.

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Jona · 11 July 2020, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrGoat

150 posts in 5 yrs qualifies one as an expert on the proper way to wear any watch. Thanks for the advice, I will change the position I’ve worn my watch for 30 yrs to suit your personal “preferences”.

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Dan Pierce · 11 July 2020, 11:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daveathall

No, you're wrong. One wears one's watch where it is comfortable. Each person is different.

I wear my watch loose and lower down because (for me) it looks better and is more comfortable.

Dave for the win!

dP

tudorbaja27 · 11 July 2020, 11:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dba

I think we're all secure in our decision making as to where on our wrists to wear our watch. But that's just me, I've been wrong before.

Now after reading the OPs point, I'm rather insecure...

CKizzy · 12 July 2020, 12:02 AM

I reject the OP's reality and insert my own!

GB-man · 12 July 2020, 12:07 AM

SOB I was wearing it on my dong this whole time. Wrist huh?

Xenon · 12 July 2020, 12:07 AM

What is the proper way to wear a face mask?

Oh, never mind I see your avatar.

Bruce_Wayne · 12 July 2020, 12:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Technically, you’re probably correct OP.

Realistically, doesn’t matter any more.

Although, wearing a $10k watch 13 floors up over the railing with camera in hand isn’t really the right way to do a safe pic either.

I was thinking the same thing!

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TheVTCGuy · 12 July 2020, 03:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bruce_Wayne

I was thinking the same thing!

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Oh what do YOU know about being safe!? You drive around in a rocket-powered car and battle a five-foot tall Penguin!

11 July 2020, 11:02 AM	#1
JonnyBCisco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: McLean, VA Watch: AP 15400 White Posts: 150	Couple of tips for the beginners (tips you won’t hear anywhere else on wearing your w Hey guys so I just wanted to talk to you without the usual crowd listening in. This isn’t for them. It’s for you. Over the past few years I have noticed a lot more people getting into high end watches and posting pictures here and elsewhere. Congratulations if you are one of them! I have also noticed what appears to be some confusion about where and how to wear the watch on the wrist. I write this post to help you if you are finding your watch experience to be less than comfortable. The key is your watch should be worn around the part of your arm with the smallest diameter. Like this: This is where the watch is supposed to sit. And it stays in place without being too tight. Now what I have started to see a lot of people do is wear the watch more on the back of their hand such that the crown of the watch (if worn on the left hand) invariably digs into the back of the hand like this: Also note that the watch is simply too tight. I’m not sure where the confusion came from. But since I noticed it I wanted to say something to help you get the most enjoyment out of your new watch. Give it a try and see what you think. You might like it. And if you do help your friends wear it the right way as well. All the best

11 July 2020, 12:40 PM	#2
dba 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: David Location: Gardnerville, NV Watch: 16710 Posts: 2,706	I think we're all secure in our decision making as to where on our wrists to wear our watch. But that's just me, I've been wrong before. __________________ Current: 16710 Previous: 16760 Fat Lady, 16613 Bluesy, 16800, 14060, 16710 Pepsi, 216570 Polar, 116710LN, 16610, 216570 Polar (again), 16713, 216570 Polar (yet again), 16710 Black w/ Pepsi Insert Hope is not a strategy.

11 July 2020, 12:46 PM	#3
JParm 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NorCal Watch: Yes! Posts: 6,568	Gotta love it when people tell others the right / wrong way to wear watches __________________

11 July 2020, 02:56 PM	#8
El Cascarrabias "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Frank Location: USA Watch: 16613LB Posts: 1,006	Look at some Rolex ads and get schooled. We’re not all built the same. __________________ _________ <=> You really need to be, not seem to be.

11 July 2020, 03:34 PM	#11
Burlington "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Europe Posts: 5,643	Couple of tips for the beginners (tips you won’t hear anywhere else on wearing your w Or wear it on the right side and the crown won’t be digging in anywhere. I find mine much more comfortable on my wrist than my forearm as per the OPs suggestion. But whatever works for everybody personally is fine. __________________ “My tastes are simple; I am easily satisfied with the best.” ― Winston S. Churchill

11 July 2020, 12:58 PM	#4
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	Technically, you’re probably correct OP. Realistically, doesn’t matter any more. Although, wearing a $10k watch 13 floors up over the railing with camera in hand isn’t really the right way to do a safe pic either.

11 July 2020, 01:54 PM	#6
singe89 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jim Location: Orange County, CA Watch: Rolex, AP & Patek Posts: 3,747	Wear it below my wrist bone but loose enough to slide over. That’s what I find most comfortable.

11 July 2020, 02:48 PM	#7
jnelson3097 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Justin Location: Wisconsin Posts: 1,307	Thanks for the tip. It’s good that you reminded us again after 3 years. https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=516368

11 July 2020, 02:56 PM	#9
rolehex 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Thousand Oaks, CA Posts: 1,445	I was always curious how anyone can comfortable wear a watch below the wristbone. When I try that it locks my hand/wrist from bending backward. But hey, to each their own.

11 July 2020, 03:32 PM	#10
vipereaper30 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: BMF Location: Tennessee USA Watch: FPJ UTC Posts: 2,263	I need a thread like this for underwear. Sent from my SM-G986U1 using Tapatalk

11 July 2020, 04:50 PM	#13
rootbeer7 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 6,157	Thanks __________________ @imrootbeer7

11 July 2020, 05:12 PM	#14
daveathall "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: England. Watch: Various Posts: 7,305	No, you're wrong. One wears one's watch where it is comfortable. Each person is different. I wear my watch loose and lower down because (for me) it looks better and is more comfortable. __________________ KINDEST REGARDS DAVE

11 July 2020, 05:39 PM	#15
Spectre38 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Real Name: Paul Location: Out West Watch: and be amazed. Posts: 1,552	Whoa! Pump the brakes here... you wear your watch on your wrist? Huh... I wish someone would have said something sooner... boy do I feel silly.

11 July 2020, 07:59 PM	#17
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	Oh man. I guess now after 30+ years of wearing a watch, I’ll adjust how I wear it so that I can follow how you think I’m supposed to wear a watch. Glad you posted this message for me. Thanks. Smh. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

11 July 2020, 08:59 PM	#19
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	I've been doing it wrong all these years, why did nobody tell me before now

11 July 2020, 09:22 PM	#20
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	Couple of tips for the beginners (tips you won’t hear anywhere else on wearing your w OP you’re intentions are well but if you couldn’t already tell most here wear the watches how they want. I’m in that camp as well, everyone’s comfort is different and after they spend thousands of dollars on a luxury item it’s up to them how they want to rock it. Nice SD4k by the way

11 July 2020, 11:26 PM	#22
MrGoat 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Real Name: Goat Location: Southwest Florida Watch: 16613 Posts: 5,487	150 posts in 5 yrs qualifies one as an expert on the proper way to wear any watch. Thanks for the advice, I will change the position I’ve worn my watch for 30 yrs to suit your personal “preferences”. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 July 2020, 12:02 AM	#26
CKizzy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Real Name: Chris Location: Nampa, ID Watch: Tachymeter Posts: 696	I reject the OP's reality and insert my own!

12 July 2020, 12:07 AM	#27
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	SOB I was wearing it on my dong this whole time. Wrist huh? __________________

12 July 2020, 12:07 AM	#28
Xenon Banned Join Date: May 2020 Location: USA Posts: 1,136	What is the proper way to wear a face mask? Oh, never mind I see your avatar.

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