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vaniljglass · 24 February 2013, 02:30 AM

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 :-)

fminus · 24 February 2013, 05:08 AM

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!

kilyung · 24 February 2013, 05:20 AM

Yup a flat wrist is key

vaniljglass · 24 February 2013, 05:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fminus

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!

I would if I could, but the only AD in town just stopped selling Audemars Piguet...

B. Doggy · 24 February 2013, 05:38 AM

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?

vaniljglass · 24 February 2013, 05:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by B. Doggy

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?

It is pretty flat.

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 :-)

B. Doggy · 24 February 2013, 05:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vaniljglass

It is pretty flat.

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 :-)

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.

fminus · 24 February 2013, 05:48 AM

If you can hack a sea dweller i dont think roo will be an issue

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simbal · 24 February 2013, 06:11 AM

I would think the 42mm ones would fit you fine. You should try the 44 mm ones before you buy.

MortgageGuy · 24 February 2013, 06:25 AM

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.jpg ImageUploadedByTapatalk1361651087.988117.jpg ImageUploadedByTapatalk1361651103.988137.jpg

T.S.Eliot · 24 February 2013, 06:27 AM

I have similar wrist size and any ROO above 42 looks off on my wrist.

vaniljglass · 24 February 2013, 06:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MortgageGuy

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.

Attachment 361664 Attachment 361665 Attachment 361666

As you say, it's a matter of opinion. And pictures don't always tell the truth... But seeing as it is a big watch, I don't think it's too big for you!

One thing is for certain, it's a great looking piece!

MortgageGuy · 24 February 2013, 06:35 AM

And one more for perspective ImageUploadedByTapatalk1361651746.251295.jpg

vaniljglass · 24 February 2013, 07:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MortgageGuy

And one more for perspective Attachment 361673

Looks great!

steveclocks · 24 February 2013, 08:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MortgageGuy

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.

Attachment 361664 Attachment 361665 Attachment 361666

It looks perfect to me Adam!!!
Beautiful rubberclad man, enjoy and take good care of it

MortgageGuy · 24 February 2013, 08:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vaniljglass

Looks great!

Quote:

Originally Posted by steveclocks

It looks perfect to me Adam!!!
Beautiful rubberclad man, enjoy and take good care of it

Thanks guys

kilyung · 24 February 2013, 08:59 AM

6.5"

vaniljglass · 24 February 2013, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

6.5"

The RGRC looks amazing!

More wristshots to share? :-)

kilyung · 24 February 2013, 09:10 AM

vaniljglass · 24 February 2013, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

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AshAP · 24 February 2013, 10:11 AM

[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

Hey Mortgageguy......best get the crack in that mortar looked at before approving a loan on that property!

MortgageGuy · 24 February 2013, 12:34 PM

[QUOTE=AshAP;3975890]

Quote:

Originally Posted by MortgageGuy

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

Hey Mortgageguy......best get the crack in that mortar looked at before approving a loan on that property!

Thats the outside of my office

slowhand · 24 February 2013, 07:12 PM

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...

DoxaDavid · 25 February 2013, 01:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by B. Doggy

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?

This is such a bigger factor than actual measurement. It's the shape of the wrist which dictates really how big one should go in general but honestly, its what the wearer is comfortable with. I have seen guys wearing these freaking enormous watches and whose to say they shouldn't.

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!

vaniljglass · 25 February 2013, 02:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DoxaDavid

This is such a bigger factor than actual measurement. It's the shape of the wrist which dictates really how big one should go in general but honestly, its what the wearer is comfortable with. I have seen guys wearing these freaking enormous watches and whose to say they shouldn't.

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!

You are right! But it helps seeing a lot of wristshots on a lot of different shaped wrists :-)

I have found a guy who is willing to let me try out his diver sometime this week. Exciting!

DoxaDavid · 25 February 2013, 08:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vaniljglass

You are right! But it helps seeing a lot of wristshots on a lot of different shaped wrists :-)

I have found a guy who is willing to let me try out his diver sometime this week. Exciting!

That's very cool of him as nothing is better than to put an actual watch on to see how you will like it!

Let us know what you think and post pics!

vaniljglass · 25 February 2013, 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DoxaDavid

That's very cool of him as nothing is better than to put an actual watch on to see how you will like it!

Let us know what you think and post pics!

Exactly! :-)

Will definitely post pics...

Stonedcl · 25 February 2013, 10:47 AM

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!

AK797 · 25 February 2013, 10:56 AM

Golden rule is to make sure the lugs dont hang over the edge of your wrist.

tomato · 25 February 2013, 11:01 AM

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)

24 February 2013, 02:30 AM	#1
vaniljglass "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Sverige Posts: 77	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, 05:38 AM	#5
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	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? __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

24 February 2013, 06:25 AM	#10
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	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.jpg ImageUploadedByTapatalk1361651087.988117.jpg ImageUploadedByTapatalk1361651103.988137.jpg __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

24 February 2013, 06:27 AM	#11
T.S.Eliot "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: K Location: KSA Watch: aholic Posts: 1,499	I have similar wrist size and any ROO above 42 looks off on my wrist. __________________ "Phlebas the Phoenician, a fortnight dead, / Forgot the cry of gulls, and the deep seas swell / And the profit and loss. / A current under sea / Picked his bones in whispers. / As he rose and fell / He passed the stages of his age and youth / Entering the whirlpool. / Gentile or Jew / O you who turn the wheel and look to windward, / Consider Phlebas, who was once handsome and tall as you." Cheers, K

24 February 2013, 06:35 AM	#13
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	And one more for perspective ImageUploadedByTapatalk1361651746.251295.jpg __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

24 February 2013, 05:08 AM	#2
fminus 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: chino hills Posts: 155	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!

24 February 2013, 05:20 AM	#3
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,867	Yup a flat wrist is key

24 February 2013, 05:48 AM	#8
fminus 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: chino hills Posts: 155	If you can hack a sea dweller i dont think roo will be an issue Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2

24 February 2013, 06:11 AM	#9
simbal "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Joe Location: USA Posts: 833	I would think the 42mm ones would fit you fine. You should try the 44 mm ones before you buy.

24 February 2013, 08:59 AM	#17
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,867	6.5"

24 February 2013, 09:10 AM	#19
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,867

24 February 2013, 10:11 AM	#21
AshAP "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ash Location: UK Watch: AP Royal Oak Posts: 4,544	[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 Hey Mortgageguy......best get the crack in that mortar looked at before approving a loan on that property!

25 February 2013, 10:47 AM	#28
Stonedcl "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Nj Watch: 116200, 116610 Posts: 1,191	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!

25 February 2013, 10:56 AM	#29
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,206	Golden rule is to make sure the lugs dont hang over the edge of your wrist.

25 February 2013, 11:01 AM	#30
tomato "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Frank Location: Canada Watch: PAM & AP Posts: 368	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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