My Stillwater Standard Black Watch arrived today, so I tried it on at lunchtime. And now I have a decision to make.

I measured as they directed on their website, and was considering ordering a 44. I re-read what they said, measured again, and decided 42 would be fine (and make me feel a bit better to boot. Gosh, I used to be a 32 ...). As much as I wanted to order a 40, I felt like I had to be honest with myself and buy a 42.

When I tried it on, however, it was a bit loose.

My plan of action is to try it on again tonight and see how it feels, and if I'm not comfortable with it, I should exchange it. Guess I'm just looking for reassurance that this is the way to go.