Easy for beginners | How to measure your wrist size using a measuring tape
When purchasing a wristwatch online, we sometimes receive inquiries from customers who are unsure whether the watch will fit their wrist.
In particular, the method of adjusting the size and the availability of additional links for vintage Cartier bracelet models vary depending on the model and year.
Therefore, measuring your wrist circumference before purchasing will help you choose your wristwatch with greater confidence.
Here, we answer frequently asked questions about measuring your wrist size and adjusting the size of vintage watches.
How much extra room is recommended for a wristwatch?
A wristwatch will feel more comfortable and less restrictive if it has a little extra room beyond your actual wrist measurement.
Especially for those who are prone to swelling, wear a wristwatch every day, or frequently move their hands, we generally recommend using your actual wrist measurement + approximately 0.5 cm as a guideline.
Example: 14 cm wrist circumference → approximately 14.5 cm wristwatch circumference
However, the appropriate size also varies depending on your preferred fit and the shape of the watch. We can adjust the size according to your preference, whether you want a snug fit or a slightly looser fit.
Can the watch be extended if my wrist is larger than the wrist size listed on the product page?
For standard models that allow size adjustment, the wrist circumference may be increased by adding links.
However, depending on the model and year, it may be difficult to obtain additional links for vintage watches.
We will also check our inventory, so please provide our staff with the product name and your wrist size before purchasing.
Link installation before delivery is free of charge.
How much do additional links cost?
The price of additional links varies depending on the watch model, material, year, and other factors.
We will provide details after confirming your desired product and wrist size, so please contact our staff for more information.
Can the watch be made smaller than the wrist size listed on the product page?
Models that allow size adjustment can generally be made smaller.
However, some vintage models cannot be adjusted because of the structure of their bracelets.
If you provide your wrist size before purchasing, we will confirm whether size adjustment is possible.
Can I purchase additional links later?
If they are in stock, we can make them available, but additional links for vintage watches are not always obtainable when needed.
Depending on the model, additional links may have limited availability on the market.
For this reason, some customers purchase and store spare links together with their watch in preparation for future size changes.
I am purchasing online and am worried that the watch may not fit when it arrives.
For watches purchased online, we offer one free size adjustment after delivery.
If the size does not fit when you try it on, please feel free to contact us.
・Within one week of receiving the product
・The customer is responsible for round-trip shipping costs
Can the watch be made smaller if it is too large after delivery?
You can mail the watch to us, and we will readjust the size.
The customer is responsible for round-trip shipping costs.
Depending on the model, you may also be able to consult a nearby Cartier boutique or similar store about size adjustment.
Can the watch be made larger if it is too small after delivery?
If we can provide additional links, you can mail the watch to us and we will increase its size.
First, we will check the availability of additional links, so before mailing the watch, please let us know:
・How it currently fits
・Your desired wrist circumference
・The number of additional links you would like
After checking availability, we will provide instructions on how to ship the watch.
The customer is responsible for round-trip shipping costs.
Can I return additional links if I no longer need them?
As a general rule, we do not offer full refunds for products, including additional links, once they have been sold.
For additional links, if you contact us to request a return within three days of receiving the product, we will inspect their condition and handle the return as a purchase at 90% of the link price.
If you would like to discuss wrist size and size adjustment
If you have any concerns about the size of your wristwatch, please feel free to contact us before purchasing.
Official LINE: @ante
Email: info@anteshop.info
When contacting us, copying and using the template below will help make the process smoother.
I would like to ask about wrist size.
Name:
Product name:
Wrist size:
Preferred fit: snug・slightly loose・loose
