Why Left-Handed Watches for Left-Handed People

Being left-handed myself, I can tell you why it's important to have left-handed watches. It's pretty simple. I want to wear my watch on my right wrist.

For all the same reasons right-handed people wear their watches on their left wrist, I like to wear my watch on my right wrist. If you're part of the minority of left-handed people, this will make sense to you. But, let's help some right-handed people understand as well.

Left-Handed Watches on the Right Wrist

Think about this. You use your left-hand for writing, for holding eating utensils, for cutting, chopping and food prep. Your left hand is more involved in sports activities like throwing, swinging or catching. If you're a crafter, your left hand most often holds scissors, needles, glue, paint brushes, etc.

Now who wants a watch in the way during all of this? Do you really want to drag a watch across what you just wrote? Of course not. That's why a left-handed person wants to wear their watch on their right wrist. Exactly for the same reasons right-handed people wear their watches on their left wrist.

The Dials and Buttons on Left-Handed Watches

Many watches now days work well for both left or right handed people because the buttons are on the face of the watch. Especially digital ones. But many watches with great functions use dials and buttons on the side of the watch.

For me, the big issue came about when I got a watch with a lighted dial. The button to light up the dial was on the side of the watch. I loved the watch, it was a gift from a beloved friend. But, it was a right-handed watch. That marvelous light-up button was on the wrong side.

Luckily for me, and all of us who are left handed, there are plenty of great watches designed with the dials and buttons for use by a lefty. That solved my problem. It can solve yours as well.

So it's time to get yourself a left-handed watch. Or pay attention to a left-handed person you may want to give a gift to. These watches make life so much easier.

Why Lefties Want a Left-handed Watch

Well, yes, I am left-handed! I'm one of those 10% of the population that got this particular gift and talent. I guess you can tell that I'm proud to be left handed. I'm also happy to say that I love my left-handed watch.

I was one of those people who spent years wearing my watch on my left arm. That's the way everyone did, I didn't realize any difference. Finally, I just got tired of having a dirty watch band by dragging it across my paper as I wrote. I was also tired of banging my watch on the kitchen counter as I sliced and diced food. I think you get the picture.

That's when I switched my traditional right-handed watch to my right arm. Wowzer, life was easier. Except, every time I wanted to work one of the dials, I had to take the watch off! Big bummer!

When I got my first left-handed watch, I was in heaven! I do still have my very first left-handed watch and I still love it. But since then, I've gotten many more. Some were gifts, which were so appreciated. Others I chose for myself. But all have been great.

There are challenges being left-handed in a predominantly right-handed world. I'm happy to say, they are getting less and less. More product manufacturers are realizing the value of making left-handed products.

If you are left-handed you need to have a left-handed watch! You will be shocked at how much easier you life will be. If you have a left-handed child, please be kind to them and get them a lefty watch. Show them early how valued they are. Left-handed orientation may be the minority in our population, but it's still a huge value!

Convenience of Left-Handed Watches

Being left-handed, I wear my watch on my right arm. For very simple reasons. Which means I need a left-handed watch. A watch that I can work the dials and buttons using my left hand.

The reasons are very simple. My left hand and arm are much more active. I use my left hand for eating, writing, and for most activities. I handle my crochet hook in my left hand. I use a slicing knife with my left hand. I even golf left-handed.

That means I need my watch out of the way. I don't want it to be dragging across my writing or art work. I don't want to drag it across my food either. So I went looking for a new left-handed watch. And I found plenty.

Luckily, I can also use some watches that have no dials at all and can be worn on either arm. But I like having practical watches, too. Those that have a light for night time. Even some with a more sporty look.

That means my left-handed watches need to worked using my left hand. That's what left-handed watches are. And these same reasons are why any lefty needs a left-handed watch. So consider gifting one to yourself, or any other lefty on your gift list. You will be thanked, I'm sure!