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Old 23 October 2019, 06:25 AM   #1
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Hello fellas!

I am looking to add an AP piece to my collection and needing inputs from folks on here with knowledge”. I am seriously looking at the AUDEMARS PIGUET Royal Oak Offshore Diver 42mm 15710ST. I have never seen it in the flesh and do not live anywhere near an AP dealer to have a chance. My wrist size is exactly 7 inches (178mm) and would like to get some input/opinion how it may rest on my wrist. Thank you!
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Old 23 October 2019, 06:45 AM   #2
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7 inches should be fine for a 42mm offshore, but it will look big, which is kindof the point. I've tried a 44mm offshore on my 7.25 in wrist, and while quite large, it did fit. Also, a better place to ask might be the AP section of the forum.
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Old 23 October 2019, 06:49 AM   #3
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You can try one on at any grey dealer. Make sure you do, don't just buy online unseen. It's a chunky watch
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Old 23 October 2019, 06:52 AM   #4
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They wear very large. Add a couple mm of wear size to whatever they list.
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Old 23 October 2019, 07:02 AM   #5
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...gonna swallow your wrist up
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Old 23 October 2019, 07:08 AM   #6
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Old 23 October 2019, 07:31 AM   #7
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How does it sit?

I have a carbon diver, same size. Also 7" wrist.




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Old 23 October 2019, 07:39 AM   #8
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I have a carbon diver, same size. Also 7" wrist.




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Damn, thats gorgeous!
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Old 23 October 2019, 07:40 AM   #9
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Ditched mine as the movement was too sensitive. Lots of failures.
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Old 23 October 2019, 07:45 AM   #10
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Ditched mine as the movement was too sensitive. Lots of failures.
Its the 3120..... its a staple in house AP movement. Same movement in 15300 and 15400. I have a 15300 and this 15706AU, never had an issue with either.
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Old 23 October 2019, 10:21 AM   #11
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Genta designed the AP Royal Oak as an elegant sporty dress watch. For a tough sports watch, I would look else where
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Old 23 October 2019, 10:50 AM   #12
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Are you certain this is what you want coz they wear really large imo..
I suggest you really try it on and see what it looks.
Good luck.
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Old 23 October 2019, 11:13 AM   #13
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Are you certain this is what you want coz they wear really large imo..
I suggest you really try it on and see what it looks.
Good luck.
will re-evaluate! Much appreciate your input!
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Old 23 October 2019, 01:19 PM   #14
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Are you certain this is what you want coz they wear really large imo..
I suggest you really try it on and see what it looks.
Good luck.
I do suggest you try it on, but I disagree that’s it’s really large. I have a 7” wrist and it fits great I think. It’s honestly not much bigger than the ROC. It’s about the same thickness and it’s only 1MM larger dial. It really isn’t that large.

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Old 23 October 2019, 01:23 PM   #15
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Definitely wears large for 42, sold mine (after a service) due to movement issues
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Old 24 October 2019, 12:55 AM   #16
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It wears like an oversized sport watch but it wont look bad, it really looks like that on most wrists, even bigger anyways, it's a fun watch!

If it helps, here's my 7 inch wrist with the new 42mm Chronograph (a little less thick believe it or not but you can see the sizing)

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Old 24 October 2019, 01:53 AM   #17
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7 inch wrist as well. Diver on bracelet shown. It fits and feels fine but I like watches with substance. Not as good as some of the other pics in the post but another perspective. I max out at 42mm.

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Old 24 October 2019, 02:51 AM   #18
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Its definitely not small but I have had up to 4 Offshores in my possession at one time, this is now the only 1 I have left and its staying. Its big but at 7", I personally think it wears well and is supposed to be large. Would I have it as a one and only? No, no way.
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Old 27 October 2019, 06:21 AM   #19
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How does it sit?



6.5” wrist - never feels oversize. More important than wrist size is your arm and body size, these make more of an impact on how it looks than carpal circumference.

So if you think you can wear it, then go for it. It’s an awesome watch !
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Old 27 October 2019, 08:41 AM   #20
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I wear mine on the smallest strap hole and I think the scale is fine. Sits flat and super comfortable.




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Old 30 October 2019, 05:30 AM   #21
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Wow appreciate all the inputs! I am going to have to try it in before i pull the trigger!
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Old 30 October 2019, 08:31 AM   #22
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[QUOTE=LDN;10075290]Hello fellas!

I am looking to add an AP piece to my collection and needing inputs from folks on here with knowledge”. I am seriously looking at the AUDEMARS PIGUET Royal Oak Offshore Diver 42mm 15710ST. I have never seen it in the flesh and do not live anywhere near an AP dealer to have a chance. My wrist size is exactly 7 inches (178mm) and would like to get some input/opinion how it may rest on my wrist. Thank you![/QUOTE


You can try one on at any grey dealer. It's a chunky watch
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Old 30 October 2019, 02:28 PM   #23
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Like many have pointed out it wears "large" at 42mm partly due to the height.
If you've worn Panerai 44mm you'll have a feeling for how it sits on the wrist.
In addition, the white dial (to me) version looked much larger on my wrist than the black dial.
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Old 30 October 2019, 10:32 PM   #24
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Wow appreciate all the inputs! I am going to have to try it in before i pull the trigger!
Get your hands on it first. I bought one without trying it on and quickly traded it back in for another pieces. The thickness is a bit much for me and the rubber strap didn't feel great for me. I traded it towards an ROC witch I love if that helps at all.
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Old 30 October 2019, 10:37 PM   #25
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Get your hands on it first. I bought one without trying it on and quickly traded it back in for another pieces. The thickness is a bit much for me and the rubber strap didn't feel great for me. I traded it towards an ROC witch I love if that helps at all.
Thank you! I will find a way to see it in person. Much appreciate your input!
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Old 31 October 2019, 12:05 AM   #26
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it will look big. big watches with rubber band on a tiny arm... I dont know.. it will look like a kids watch
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Old 31 October 2019, 12:42 AM   #27
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Will wear just fine. A friend of mine has one on his 7” wrist and it works perfectly. I just about get away with it on my 6.5” wrist.




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Old 4 November 2019, 10:05 AM   #28
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Will wear just fine. A friend of mine has one on his 7” wrist and it works perfectly. I just about get away with it on my 6.5” wrist.




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Buddy, that is beautiful! Thank you for the input!
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Old 4 November 2019, 10:06 AM   #29
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How does it compare size wise to sea-dweller 43mm
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Old 4 November 2019, 12:26 PM   #30
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I loved mine, fit perfect.
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