{"id":19246,"date":"2025-05-22T20:12:14","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T20:12:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/?p=19246"},"modified":"2025-05-22T20:12:15","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T20:12:15","slug":"watch-size-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/watch-size-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Watch Size Guide for Men and Women"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 2<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\n[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-20px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">Watch sizing primarily revolves around the case diameter<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\"> but<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\"> also <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">include<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\"> factors like <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">case thickness, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">strap width and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">length<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\"> and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">lug-to-lug <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">distance<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">By considering <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">all <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">these dimensions together, you <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">can<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">find <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">a watch size <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">that<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\">\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\"> the perfect fit<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed GrammarErrorHighlight SCXW104430510 BCX0\">for<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\"> you.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW104430510 BCX0\"> <\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW104430510 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<h2>Watch Case Size<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\">C<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\">ase diameter<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\"> <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\">is the width of the watch face, excluding the crown. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\">It\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\"> the most noticeable dimension and a major factor in <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\">determining<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\">visual impact. Case diameter <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\">is measured in millimeters (mm)<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\">, and s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\">izes <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\">generally fall<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125500119 BCX0\"> into the following categories:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW125500119 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Small (26-35mm): Delicate and well-suited for smaller wrists, often preferred by\u00a0women<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Medium (36-40mm): A versatile size that works well for both men and women<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Large (41-46mm): I<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">deal for men with larger wrists or anyone who prefers oversized designs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Extra-Large (47m<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">m and above): Commonly associated with sporty or statement<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> timepieces<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">The <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW212397114 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">verage men\u2019s watch case <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">size<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">ranges from<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\"> <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">38<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">&#8211;<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">46mm<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">, while the average <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW212397114 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">women\u2019s watch case <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">size<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">fall<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\"> between <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">26<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">&#8211;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">38mm<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW212397114 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW212397114 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\"><span class=\"EOP SCXW212397114 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">C<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">ase <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">hickness<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\"> refers to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\"> the depth or height of the watch case measured from the back to the top of the crystal.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">Thicker watches tend to be sportier or more technical (like dive watches), while thinner watches feel dressier and more refined.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">As a general guide, slim watches<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">measure less than <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">10mm<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">mid-sized watches<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">1<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">0\u2013<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">14mm<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">robust <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">watches<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\"> over <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">14mm<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW174713287 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW174713287 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<h2>Watch Strap Size<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">Other <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">feat<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">ures <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">that can <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">affect how a watch\u2019s size is perceived are<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">\u00a0the\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">length and width<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\"> of the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">strap or <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">bracelet.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">K<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">nowing your wrist measurement<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\"> before choosing a watch<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\"> can help you find the most flattering <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">and comfortable fit<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">To measure your wrist, simply t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">ake a flexible measuring tape<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">, w<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">rap it around your wrist<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">just below the wrist bone<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">, m<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">ark where the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238794040 BCX0\">tape <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW238794040 BCX0\">meets<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW238794040 BCX0\"> and note the measurement.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW238794040 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Once you know your wrist size, you can match it with a case size:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wrist size under 6 inches (15 cm): Case diameter of 28-36mm<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;134225954&quot;:true,&quot;134225961&quot;:true,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wrist size 6-7 inches (15-18 cm): Case diameter of 36-40mm<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;134225954&quot;:true,&quot;134225961&quot;:true,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wrist size 7-8 inches (18-20 cm): Case diameter of 40-44mm<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;134225954&quot;:true,&quot;134225961&quot;:true,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wrist size over 8 inches (20+ cm): Case diameter of <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">44mm and above<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\"><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Taking your wrist size also helps when picking a strap length. Watch straps come in various lengths to accommodate different wrist sizes and are typically categorized as:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Short: Designed for wrists under 6.5 inches<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Standard: The most common length, fitting wrists between 6.5 to 7.5 inches<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Long: Made for wrists over 7.5 inches<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Strap width is generally proportional to the case diameter (roughly half the size). A wider strap can make the watch appear larger, while a narrow strap softens its visual weight. Your strap must <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">be the correct width to nest securely and snugly between the lugs of the watch case.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lug-to-lug distance measures the vertical length from one strap attachment to the other. If it extends past your wrist\u2019s edges, the watch may feel too large. Ideal lug-to-lug should match or slightly undercut your wrist width. 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