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Largest hands on a living person

The current largest hands on a living person record is 11.2 in, held by Sultan Kösen (Türkiye), set on February 8, 2011. Last checked October 10, 2026.

11.2

in

Sultan Kösen (Türkiye)

Ankara, Türkiye, 2011

Holder
Sultan Kösen (Türkiye)
Record
11.2 in
Metric
28.5 cm
Exact figure
28.5 cm (11.22 in) wrist to fingertip
Location
Ankara, Türkiye
Date set
February 8, 2011
Recognized by
Guinness World Records
Last checked
October 10, 2026

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