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carlhaluss · 21 November 2009, 02:41 PM

Well, my wrist is 7.25in. I have had lots of large watches, the largest being a Breitling Seawolf at 45.4mm and 18mm thick. It didn't look out of place at all!
At the moment, though, my favourite watches are 34mm to 40mm. I tried on a GMT IIc last week, and it was great! Very comfortable at 40mm. I ended up with the Milgauss which, at 40mm, is as big as I want to go, but very comfortable and by no means too big.
If you want smaller, however, Rolex is the way to go! Check out the Explorer I at 36mm, and a lot of the Air King models at 34mm. They have some great dial choices, and the fluted bezel as well!
Even my AD agrees that the "bigger is better" thing is a passing fad. There are certain people who will always like the bigger watches,but don't feel bad if there are smaller watch models you like.
Even a lot of the bigger ones will fit you well!
Cheers,
Carl

deserted · 21 November 2009, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by carlhaluss

Well, my wrist is 7.25in. I have had lots of large watches, the largest being a Breitling Seawolf at 45.4mm and 18mm thick. It didn't look out of place at all!
At the moment, though, my favourite watches are 34mm to 40mm. I tried on a GMT IIc last week, and it was great! Very comfortable at 40mm. I ended up with the Milgauss which, at 40mm, is as big as I want to go, but very comfortable and by no means too big.
If you want smaller, however, Rolex is the way to go! Check out the Explorer I at 36mm, and a lot of the Air King models at 34mm. They have some great dial choices, and the fluted bezel as well!
Even my AD agrees that the "bigger is better" thing is a passing fad. There are certain people who will always like the bigger watches,but don't feel bad if there are smaller watch models you like.
Even a lot of the bigger ones will fit you well!
Cheers,
Carl

Carl you know it can go both ways , since i'm a guy of stature both 40mm and 47mm really compliments my wrist , but my brother who has just about a wrist size of yours has a deepsea and it looks pretty good on him....

Joey_V · 21 November 2009, 02:57 PM

Remember that it depends on how you're looking at your watch. If you turn your wrist towards you to look at the time, your wrist should appear at its smallest. When you turn it away from you and you have yourself looking at the clasp, your wrist flexors are flexed and the wrist expands outwards so when you look in the mirror, your wrist will appear bigger... while when you look at your watch the wrist appears smaller.

moldowan · 21 November 2009, 07:21 PM

i feel @ 7" the max i can go is the big pilot at 46.3MM. a DJ looks small IMO on me but............... once you wear it for a while i seems ok! its when i switch around from 36- 44 - 46mm i get conscience of how it looks on my wrist.
a 40mm is never too big on a 7" wrist IMO. but it's so subjective as well!

OrchidDR · 21 November 2009, 11:09 PM

I'm the OP of this thread and I have to say I purchased a GMT II and it looks awesome.

I just wasn't used to seeing a larger watch on my wrist. Now that I've had it a few days, it's PERFECT and doesn't appear like a frisbee!

TheDude · 21 November 2009, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by OrchidDR

I'm the OP of this thread and I have to say I purchased a GMT II and it looks awesome.

I just wasn't used to seeing a larger watch on my wrist. Now that I've had it a few days, it's PERFECT and doesn't appear like a frisbee!

Congrats man! Beautiful watch!

Blueoctopus007 · 22 November 2009, 01:19 AM

A fitted Submariner or Sea Dweller will be perfect.

You never get the proper feel or look when trying one on - when trying it on - use the watch holder from the box and tuck it in under the wrist to fill the gap and give you a firm view and feel.

Buy the watch you love the most - make sure they have a 100% return policy - have it fitted - wear it for a few days - the large issue will disappear - you will be smug and happy - a proud Rolex Owner.

Blueoctopus007 · 22 November 2009, 01:20 AM

OOooooooops - I did not read all the way down !!!!

Well done !!!

snow_rocks · 22 November 2009, 01:20 AM

steve, watch looks good on your wrist! fine selection

scottjal · 22 November 2009, 04:43 AM

I am glad it worked out for you. I too have a 6.5" fairly small wrist. I also have a GMTIIc and while I think I pull it off just fine the really bold print and larger markers on the watch don't help with the too large feeling. Should try on an earlier GMTII from 2006 or so, while it isn't any smaller really it feels smaller in the looks department. Sort of an optical illusion.

I am drifting my collection towards the 36mm range, have a TOG on Jubilee which is fantastic and a vintage Omega auto. Usually wear one of these when I am in a dress shirt as the cuff works much better with the slimmer watch.

greekbum · 22 November 2009, 09:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OrchidDR

I'm the OP of this thread and I have to say I purchased a GMT II and it looks awesome.

I just wasn't used to seeing a larger watch on my wrist. Now that I've had it a few days, it's PERFECT and doesn't appear like a frisbee!

Stunning watch

21 November 2009, 02:41 PM	#91
carlhaluss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Carl Location: Vancouver, Canada Watch: Rolex Explorer 1 Posts: 1,780	Well, my wrist is 7.25in. I have had lots of large watches, the largest being a Breitling Seawolf at 45.4mm and 18mm thick. It didn't look out of place at all! At the moment, though, my favourite watches are 34mm to 40mm. I tried on a GMT IIc last week, and it was great! Very comfortable at 40mm. I ended up with the Milgauss which, at 40mm, is as big as I want to go, but very comfortable and by no means too big. If you want smaller, however, Rolex is the way to go! Check out the Explorer I at 36mm, and a lot of the Air King models at 34mm. They have some great dial choices, and the fluted bezel as well! Even my AD agrees that the "bigger is better" thing is a passing fad. There are certain people who will always like the bigger watches,but don't feel bad if there are smaller watch models you like. Even a lot of the bigger ones will fit you well! Cheers, Carl __________________ Those who possess a sense of entitlement are seldom satisfied.

21 November 2009, 02:57 PM	#93
Joey_V "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Joey Location: Dallas, TX Watch: SS Sub 16610 M Posts: 3,824	Remember that it depends on how you're looking at your watch. If you turn your wrist towards you to look at the time, your wrist should appear at its smallest. When you turn it away from you and you have yourself looking at the clasp, your wrist flexors are flexed and the wrist expands outwards so when you look in the mirror, your wrist will appear bigger... while when you look at your watch the wrist appears smaller. __________________ Current Rotation: Rolex Submariner Date (M) - 1/08, Rolex Milgauss GV (V) - 2/10, Rolex SS Black Daytona (V) - 6/10, Rolex GMTIIC (G) - 5/11, TAG Heuer Silverstone (286/1860) - 1/2015 Former-watches: Omega PO/2535.80/2254, TAG Carrera/F1x2/Monaco, Panerai 312K/292L Wish List: Panerai 270/505, Rolex SMURF, Rolex RG Daytona, Rolex DSSD

22 November 2009, 01:19 AM	#97
Blueoctopus007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: London, UK Watch: Sea Dweller 16600 Posts: 163	A fitted Submariner or Sea Dweller will be perfect. You never get the proper feel or look when trying one on - when trying it on - use the watch holder from the box and tuck it in under the wrist to fill the gap and give you a firm view and feel. Buy the watch you love the most - make sure they have a 100% return policy - have it fitted - wear it for a few days - the large issue will disappear - you will be smug and happy - a proud Rolex Owner. __________________ DEEPSEA SEA-DWELLER 116660 V SERIES DAYTONA SS 116520 V SERIES SEA-DWELLER 16600 V SERIES

22 November 2009, 01:20 AM	#98
Blueoctopus007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: London, UK Watch: Sea Dweller 16600 Posts: 163	OOooooooops - I did not read all the way down !!!! Well done !!! __________________ DEEPSEA SEA-DWELLER 116660 V SERIES DAYTONA SS 116520 V SERIES SEA-DWELLER 16600 V SERIES

22 November 2009, 04:43 AM	#100
scottjal "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Scott Location: SC Watch: GMT II Posts: 464	I am glad it worked out for you. I too have a 6.5" fairly small wrist. I also have a GMTIIc and while I think I pull it off just fine the really bold print and larger markers on the watch don't help with the too large feeling. Should try on an earlier GMTII from 2006 or so, while it isn't any smaller really it feels smaller in the looks department. Sort of an optical illusion. I am drifting my collection towards the 36mm range, have a TOG on Jubilee which is fantastic and a vintage Omega auto. Usually wear one of these when I am in a dress shirt as the cuff works much better with the slimmer watch. __________________ sj

21 November 2009, 07:21 PM	#94
moldowan Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: san antonio,texas Posts: 108	i feel @ 7" the max i can go is the big pilot at 46.3MM. a DJ looks small IMO on me but............... once you wear it for a while i seems ok! its when i switch around from 36- 44 - 46mm i get conscience of how it looks on my wrist. a 40mm is never too big on a 7" wrist IMO. but it's so subjective as well!

22 November 2009, 01:20 AM	#99
snow_rocks Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: At what TIME?!!! Watch: the SKY tonite! Posts: 3,225	steve, watch looks good on your wrist! fine selection

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