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24 February 2013, 02:30 AM | #1 |
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Offshore x Wristsize!
Really starting to consider an Offshore, but I have rather small wrists.. (6,5")
So I would like as much input as possible. What offshore are you wearing - And how big are your wrists? What model would suit me best? Maybe diver? How does a short strap affect the size and fit of the watch on the wrist? Please post as many wristshots of as many different offshore models and wristsizes as possible! But mainly you guys with smaller wrists! Big thanks in advance :-) |
24 February 2013, 05:08 AM | #2 |
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You really need to go and try one on. A lot of how a watch will fit you will depend on how the bone structure in your wrist is, not always about girth!
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24 February 2013, 05:20 AM | #3 |
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Yup a flat wrist is key
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How flat is your wrist? 6.5" is fine for a ROO IMHO. Many people around here wear them at that size. But if your wrist is really rounded, it might not be the best fit. What other watches to you own in that size range?
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My daily wearer right now is a 16600 Sea dweller. Before that a 15300st. Both watches are a very good fit on my wrist... Definitely not too big :-) |
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Sounds like you're a good candidate for one. My next piece will also be a ROO, but I'm pretty safe with 7.25" wrists that are pretty flat.
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If you can hack a sea dweller i dont think roo will be an issue
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I would think the 42mm ones would fit you fine. You should try the 44 mm ones before you buy.
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I have gone back and forth on this issue myself. I have a 6.5 inch wrist and here are a couple pics. You tell me if it is too big or not. Some will say yes and others no. It all depends on how you feel.
I will say it wears much bigger than a 44mm Pam IMHO. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1361651069.921538.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1361651087.988117.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1361651103.988137.jpg
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I have similar wrist size and any ROO above 42 looks off on my wrist.
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And one more for perspective ImageUploadedByTapatalk1361651746.251295.jpg
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Thanks guys
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[QUOTE=MortgageGuy;3975378]I have gone back and forth on this issue myself. I have a 6.5 inch wrist and here are a couple pics. You tell me if it is too big or not. Attachment 361666
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6 inch wrist here..
Many would say that its too big. However ironically with a short strap the Panda fits me better than a 15202 which I tried on at the boutique, due to the stiffness of the bracelet at the lugs. The right strap is key, and so is what you personally feel about it... |
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My wrists are slightly bigger than yours and a 42mm watch seems perfect for me but I can go to 44mm with no problem because my wrist is flat. As you have seen, Mike's wrist is the same size as yours and if yours is similar in shape, 42mm ROO will be no problem for you to pull off!
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I have found a guy who is willing to let me try out his diver sometime this week. Exciting! |
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Let us know what you think and post pics!
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Some of them LOOK great on your guys smaller wrists.. I have a 6.75" wrist and Like the look of the Offshore but am currently searching for a 26300 Panda and i think that looks a little big on my puny wrist!
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Golden rule is to make sure the lugs dont hang over the edge of your wrist.
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My wrist is between 6.25 and 6.5. The diver on a short strap feels quite comfortable. (My first attempt posting pics, hope it works) |
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