As a long time collector and horology enthusiast, I'm often asked that same question. Here's what I suggest, that without fail works for those that are either new to wristwatches or didn't like wearing them previously simply due to discomfort.
In medium to ultra luxury watches the link style band with clasp is accurately known as the "bracelet". Some think women's jewelry when hearing that word, yet it's applicable to both genders watches. Not to be confused with a material strap of plastic, leather or any other pliable material.
My suggestion is a metal bracelet and clasp. Adjusted so it is loose enough to easily insert the index finger of your other hand, assures maximum comfort. This allows the watch to move up and down your wrist like a bracelet would, hence the nomenclature. As such it won't pull arm hair, it'll move or swivel if it gets bumped saving scratches and dings. Overall it's very comfortable.
Finally unlike straps and buckles where the ideal fit is often between two holes and cannot be achieved, it's also much safer and easier to put on a bracelet as it's a closed loop that only requires snapping the clasp closed.
The nice thing about it being water resistant is that you can leave it on and not worry about a little splash. I generally do not get wet all the way to that part of the wrist. The only time I need to get that wet is after eating crab and I would never wear the watch while eating seafood with my hands. I have never in my life taken any type of jewelry off at a public sink without putting it into a pocket. Too paranoid from stories of people getting distracted and losing stuff.
