What Is The Best Watch Size? Can Any Brand Dethrone Rolex? Q&A 

The best feeling I got from this hobby was when I gifted my older brother his and my grail watch on his 50th bday last year. An omega seamaster aqua terra. It was my first luxury watch. I got it used 8 yrs ago and he told me that it was his grail too. Eventually my taste changed and I was in search of a new grail. So I got it serviced with Omega a couple of months before his birthday. The AD said it might take 4-6 months to get it back so I was bummed about it since they were going to visit us on Christmas (he lived in a different country). 2 weeks before they arrived, the AD called and said it was back from service. My brother couldn't believe that I was gifting him his grail that I purchased as my grail. He thought I was just letting him borrow it. Every now and then he texts me wrist shots of his aqua terra and how proud he is of wearing it.

I think the size question is kind of like glasses frames, if it looks good on ya, wear it. It comes done to your taste. I tend to go a little smaller with dressy watches and don't mind something relatively larger if it's sporty

I was a big 40x20 person. Then I got a Black Bay Fifty-Eight and fell in love with the 39 size. I also tried the BB54 and found that a little too flat/wide despite its “smaller” size. But I LOVE the Explorer 124270 at 36mm. So I think it just comes down to how the watch looks/wears on your wrist

I wanna call out something not related to watches: Massive kudos to you, Teddy, for being willing to be self-reflective and willing to change your mind and your behavior. That seems to be a lost art in recent years. I hope it’s an example more guys follow.

It was a pleasure going to your Grand Seiko event. We are very interested in attending more events in the future.

I've accepted the fact that Rolex 36mm (explorer, datejust) and 36-37mm is absolutely perfect for my wrist. I still enjoy and love wearing my larger watches (Omega SMP 300M, IWC Pilot's Chronograph 41, Tag Heuer Formula 1), but 36 is too perfect. Also Nomos club campus 36 and Grand Seiko SBGW287 wear perfect too. No lug overhang, slim and light. Absolute perfection.

38/39 mm round case/46 mm l2l is perfect for me and my 6.25 inch wrist. It all depends on the person’s physical looks and personal preference, of course .

I would like to see you and Adrian Barker from Scotland in a video togheter talking watches 😀.

Watch size depends on your size, build, style of dress, several factors. I'm 6'2", linebacker build with a 7 7/8" wrist. I usually dress casual and sporty, and while I have watches of different styles, my main would be dive watches 42-45mm. Anything smaller than 42 just seems too small on me, though I do have a couple dressier watches that are 40mm. 38-39 or smaller is just too small. But, as everyone rightly points out, wear what you like and makes you happy.

We come to this channel for YOU Teddy. No hate towards Nico, but if we want to see him we will watch one of his videos. Keep doing you.

Well done. I appreciate the story of learning over time which watches are most agreeable. As we used to say, I can relate.

Note to the editor/producer: thank you for showing the eye catching watches when Teddy is talking. They are beautiful and get me thinking about the watch on the screen on my wrist!

Can’t beat gold polished Roman numerals that sparkle like jewels in the sunlight. Loving the sun ray dial man that pops! amzwatch watches. What a beautiful subtle piece.

I don’t mind Nico’s comedy 😂 but I personally am a huge fan of TGV and would love to see the two talk shop!!!

Nah I'm not Nico type, but Harrison Brown, as always

I kinda agree with watch size, there are so many factors to consider. I normally wear 37-39 mm dress watch (I have 6.25 inches wrist) but 41mm Orient Kamasu and 44mm Casio Duro still looks good on my wrist.

Speaking to the first question and your point about not writing off any particular size. When I started collecting I was sitting about 7.75-8” wrist. I didn’t want a watch below 44mm. I lost a fair amount of weight, and now sit around 7-7.25” wrist size. I inherited a couple watches 33-35mm… these were sports/leaning to dress watches. I now LOVE this size. Two of my favourites are a 1960s Cyrpus I inherited that’s around 34mm, and my 34mm Timex Marlin reissue ❤

I loved how you mentioned we should give away watches to other people so they can enjoy them. Thank you, Teddy.

Being 6'4 240lbs with 7.5 inch wrists my favorite is the Rolex Submariner 126610LN, the 41mm is absolutely perfect for me.

A video with nico can actually be reall chill for example when he showed his watch collection So i would like to see that

Always love collabs with other RU-vidrs. I know they require a decent amount of planning and cost, but it makes for fantastic content. Who doesn't love a crossover episode?

Size watch is a very personal choice and 200% link with the wrist size ! So there is no too small or too large watches !

Thanks, Teddy. That was fun. I went to graduate school in Cleveland, and you and your store are the perfect excuse for me to visit my alma mater

Great video!! I definitely grew in my size interest. I thought 33mm was where I should look (as a woman watch enthusiast) but that 33mm quartz watch got happily given to a student employee who is really enjoying being able to tell the time in analogue. I have also given her a few watch straps for it to add variety. I’m the meantime I have a deposit on the white Omega moon watch and wearing a 39.5mm Farer. 😎

Great job on this Teddy. I appreciate your willingness to revisit the manner in which you discuss watch size.

Someone actually complimented me on my watch yesterday, first time ever

Giving a personal watch to a friend is awesome

I total agree with John Mayer - he said he wants to live in a 37mm world - me too !

great video as always and if you're reading these comments, a definite yes to getting nico on the channel, nothing wrong with a bit of variety

Teddy! Thank you for answering my question about dethroning Rolex! I appreciate your consideration and insight!

Keep it Midwest with the collab, Random Rob, Watch Chris, Harrison. 👍👍👍 Brooks Brothers 👍

I’ve got Rolex fatigue. I get so happy when I see people wearing other luxury brands.

I like 39.5mm through 42mm. They seem to fit me the best. “I’m wearing a Speedmaster.” I also own a Speedy. It’s my favorite watch that I own. Oh, and I want that Seiko SSC947! Incredibly affordable. Will be owning one soon!

I bounce between two watches that are 40 and 36. Both are wonderful for different reasons.

I get all my button ups from Banana Republic for a little over 10 years now. Probably have around 60 and still wear the ealiest ones. They've not worn out or lost buttons. Their slim fits are perfect on me. 2 of the oldest ones (same shirt fabric/pattern in different colours) have torn around one forearm because I always have the cuff folded up and I guess the tightness ended up getting the best of it. But that's two of the older shirts out of 60+.

For me Nico is controversial and I am not sure if it brings you further. You are very different from all theses grey market dealers, I think you are much more honest. Though I like him and he is funny.

Good vid as usual. Spot on about giving the extra watch to people who might like them more than we currently do. As collectors, never mind buyer's remorse, sometimes we just have too many watches, or we simply have max capacity the box can handle and yet another new watch catch our interest. Inventory management is going to become important at some point. I'm a small collector but earlier this year, I've given a Tissot away. I still loved it very much at the time and it's actually the watch that fitted me the best, but I gave it away because it's the only watch that I had no emotional ties with, and it helped in making room for a future purchase (that I still haven't made yet). I gave it to a good friend who kind of wanted a watch but never quite got around to buying one. Didn't want to spend the money. I feel like that was the essence of "finding the watch a good home".

i have a big wrist but i like 38.5mm

When I see boys asking "is this watch too small", I think of my dad and his 33mm Roamer while built like a Kodiak bear with 8+ inch wrists.

Teddy being mocked for not wearing a watch: I WAS IN THE POOL!! I WAS IN THE POOL!!

Teddy I appreciate your perspective on watch size. I have a chunky 7.5" wrist and any watch less than 42mm looks like a toy on me.

I love the curation on your website. WOW

Yes to Nico. Contrasting personalities will make for a great episode.

a no to the nico loenard idea from my pov. I like this channel being on some grade, some level.

I have a Seamaster 300 with 42mm that I love how it looks in my wrist. I also had a 40mm PRX which I couldn’t ever stand how it looked on my wrist despite loving the watch itself. So it really depends on what you expect from that specific watch and your preferences.

Hey Teddy! Love your content. New follower. Just purchased my first watch from your website and I'm stoked. I fell in love with The Hamilton Khaki Field Murph 38mm in one of your videos. I also threw in G-Shock bc I was able to fit it under my budget! I'm excited!

Interesting choice of clothing today Teddy. Looks like you're about to go on Safari, in which case I suggest something practical like a G Shock or Rolex Explorer.

I love my Submariner 16610, it's the perfect sub to add to the collection.

Teddy! Obviously love the channel that’s why I’m here. I’d love to see some reviews or deep dives on Yema! I own a couple and love them, but they have their own set of issues. Love to get your take on them sometime.

I'd say 38mm is the perfect or "best" size, but on me personally I love a 36mm. Can wear up to a 42mm and have it look good though, so... it depends lol

Didn't know about your Grand Seiko open house. I would have liked to have been there. I'll watch for the next one if you have it. Not a bad drive from SW Ohio.

Love your channel with so many stellar watches! For me the MAMACOO’ watch is my favorite. Keep the videos coming. Thanks.

I agree 40mm is perfect but again it all depends on wrist size and personal preference. I have a 7.25” wrist and 38mm just looks to small.

I have an 8 1/4 wrist..a 40 looks fine on me..a 36 looks small. 39 would be ok as well. I currently wear a Seaholm Rover. It checked off boxes for me because of my job and outdoor pursuits being highly shockproof, waterproof and antimagnetic. 41mm case width.

Yehhh!! Teddy, Nico, Adrian, Andrew, Chisholm, Brit and Jenni. All star watch crew.

Would love to see you and Nico sit down and talk watches!!

I've come to learn that it's not size, it's context. Dress watches can should wear smaller, while sports watches should wear bigger. Field watches, when trying to keep to the nature and history of the watch, should wear smaller, while pilot watches, within the contextual use case, typically wear bigger.

Bring Nico for sure. Appreciate your channel love your insight.

Love your videos! Teddy and Nico video would be great, for sure he will watch the language with you. I would look forward to it. Thanks Teddy

37-39 is perfect for my small wrists.

It's not just you. Almost all of watch RU-vid shows a preference to smaller wrists.

Hey Teddy, loved that last question and your answer. Would love to see you do something like a once a year video on the general state of fashion. I would imagine my wife would I agree I could probably use some help. *LOL*

I like the watch I got from MAMACOO. That rubber strap combo looks really cool! Been wearing it since last year and love every minute of it.

So many factors. But, I’d say 36-41mm Is a good area to stay in small to large wrists.

I don't think Nico is at all compatible with your ethos lol but I loved every video with you and Mark. I could also see you having delightful conversations with The Urban Gentry or Brittany Pearce!

Size depends on watch and person. For me, dive 42mm and for gada/dress 38 to 40mm. Depends not just on wrist size but also style of watch, type of watch, style preference of the person etc... could get a drssy watch bigger size and it can be casual. Changes look of the watch but also depends on our personal perception. My 2 cents! =)

Teddy, I hope this question makes it onto a future Q&A: Is there an objective standard to measure the quality of a sunburst/sunray dial? Or, is it all pretty much the same? How do you judge the quality of a sunburst/sunray dial? Thanks!

Bring on Nico! As much as he's associated with the grey market and luxury watches, he always brings a sense of realism when he talks about luxury watches as aspirational goods rather than necessary financial investments. He's consistently argued against people who think everyone should own a Rolex, or that you should own a watch 10% your annual salary. Like you, he's a big supporter of Casio. I also think where you differ is of great interest. Where you advocate for the watch of the everyman and the value that watch producers provide all over the world, Nico knowledge of the swiss luxury market is as broad as it is deep. I'd love to see where you both agree and disagree. At the end of the day, it means a lot to Nico that both he and his channel are being accepted by both the watch community and watch producers, and I'm sure it'd mean a ton for him to speak to your audience of the average watch consumer.

I bought a watch from MAMACOO lightly used for my last milestone birthday. Don't wear it as much as it deserves, but not afraid to, either. It's stunning . Good taste, Sir.

Any Chance of you coming 2 London 2 do a show or a Q&A,would love 2 see this happen,love your youtube Channels and your reviews,Please let me Know so i can get time off work.

Ginault Ocean Rover 2 is the best watch I've ever owned. Like Submariner 5 digit, perfect proportion and size.

Best watch size obviously depends on your wrist. 39-42mm are perfect for me - although I have watches ranging from 34-47mm that fit well. I like having the variety. My wrist is 17.5 inches btw.

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We would love you to have Nico, He’s on the polar opposite of you (Personality wise) & would be a very funny to watch how your interactions with each other play out.

The best watch size is the same as the best shoe size: the one sized to YOUR wrist. Figure out what your wrist's golden ratio is and choose accordingly.

36-38mm is the best size for most men up to 7.5” wrists.

i really believe that 38/39 is a general perfect watch size, it is never too small for large wrists, and never too big for the smallest wrist.

It depends on the size of your wrist. I have small wrists so the ideal sizes for me is 39-40mm. But sports watch are different, so I start from 40-42mm.

I’ve been wanting a Teddy and Nico Leonard video for like 2 years. Two completely opposite people with the same passion… it would be an interesting collaboration

Any chance for your boutique exclusive model? Hopefully, tons of them

Depends on the watch. My SLA047 wears like a charm, so does my SJE085. One is 44mm and one is 36mm. I wear both and feel great with either one. My buddy has a sub and a GMT master 2. Both didnt really fit my wrist well due to its overall flatness and lack of case dimension.

Another great video, Teddy. I don't see the link for getting notifications of your upcoming events. Did I miss it?

Getting Nico to do a video with you would be very interesting to see, Do the budget watch shopping challenge with him!

I think you should do more content with Kirby Allison. Your watch content would compliment his content.

I share your passion in horology. Perhaps, I missed this but I have seen many watches from your channel. Citizen is a major watchmaker and has many features. Why don’t we hear anything from Citizen?

I've looked at you and Nico as the Pseudo Yin and Yang of the Watch Community. Both are ridiculously knowledgeable about the watch universe. Nico is overtly passionate and over the top; while you are just as passionate about watches , but more (for lack of a better word) refined and almost professorial in your approach. But yes yes YES!!! A collaboration is essential!

Sounds interesting to have Nico and Terry doing something together. While both of them being very, very knowledgeable when it comes to watches, thery are very different personalities as well. So pick some controversial topic, just to make it even more fun for everyone!

Teddy, great video as usual. I'm glad that you nailed this "perfect size" watch topic. I'm actually so annoyed with all these RU-vidrs who keep delivering this idea in pretty much every watch video. I have a 7.5" wrist Dia, which I have always thought it's average size. I feel anything below 40 mm is too small for my wrist (considering all the other factors you mentioned, lug to lug, design, etc). My personal sweet spot in my eyes is 43-44 depending on those variable factors. I have one 42 mm Hamilton that looks bigger than my other 44 mm watches (it almost doesn't have a bezel). However, I do get the point that most people wearing watches nowadays have smaller wrists but also depending on the demographics. In countries like the Netherlands, Sweden and a lot of East European countries, the average wrist-size is around 8". I totally agree with you.... Let everyone enjoy what they like instead of setting standards for watch sizes. After all, Watch-collecting is very much, personal.

Have you ever heard of a Swiss made manual watch called Ceventic? It is made in the 1970s according to some websites. I stumbled upon this watch on a website where people sell used items and I bought it for 25 euros. Guess we'll see if it was a good purchase. 😊

Yes to Nico, if only because you guys seem to have completely opposite vibes and it’d be amusing to see you guys put together a sane video about Grand Seiko and dial patterns.

A few years ago, Burberry came out with a new alternative logo that has interlocked TB letters. If I was you, Teddy, I would jump all over those.

You don't wear a diver watch in the water? That's wild!

the best watch size is the the one where i can see the numbers on the dial without glasses on these old eyes 😂

"I have a 7.563 inch wrist and I just can't wear a watch smaller than 41.3337." "Thanks for your order. Please pull forward to the next window."

Wrist size should be a dominant factor in deciding what is a good case size. How it wears on the wrist outweighs all the other considerations, thus it's a bit pointless to try to identify the 'perfect' size independent of that.

Bring Nico on. Keep it light and fun.

I wear from Taylor Stitch as well :)

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Grand Seiko a lot of times is what I would pick.

Case diameter depends in the main on the size of the wrist. I have a 7.5 in wrist and anything less than 41mm looks ridiculously small