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gettocard · 16 February 2009, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by applebook

I hope that these gentlemen (women?) don't see these, and if they do, I don't mean serious offense, just IMHO:

This is a wrist that can pull off an enormous watch:

Even Orlando Bloom looks OK with a Big Pilot:

It's when the watch extends over the width of your wrist that it becomes comical.

http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x...t=DSC00436.jpg

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Very nice choice !! I have a Top Gun 44 and it look perfect even on my skinny wrist.

Lion · 16 February 2009, 07:44 AM

I believe in wearing what you want as long as it doesn't break any existing laws. People are going to do as they want anyways so if they want to look foolish so be it. REMEMBER THEY ARE ONLY TRYING TO SHOW THEIR INDIVIDUALISM!!!

AIKO · 16 February 2009, 07:45 AM

Here are some pics from my big watch experiment. An Oris Small Seconds diver-47 mm but wears like a 45mm. My wrist is 7.3 inches. It was 245 grams, big and heavy. I loved the loos of this watch but it was just too big and only lasted a few months. A pic of my new LV as a reference. I tend to see 45mm PO's on small wrists a fair amount.

CEG · 16 February 2009, 07:59 AM

Each to their own IMO !!

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Cato · 16 February 2009, 08:38 AM

I see so much of that, I'm jaded. There are so many "hip hop" wannabes here in LA it's ridculous. I've even seen watches with spinners! Now when I see that perfectly appropriate watch on the wearer, that's a treat. The other day I saw a small square gold watch on a strap on Jonty from Cash in the Attic, and it was wonderful. John Lithgow also wears a tasteful dress watch on 3rd Rock from the Sun.

bwalkerVintage · 16 February 2009, 08:44 AM

Yes, i completely agree - I think that people with small wrists wearing big watches look like clowns - i literally laugh and think of a circus. In reality, that applies to most of the people that wear a certain brand that i'll call 'bandwagon", but that i'm not allowed to mention for fear of getting an infraction.

mfer · 16 February 2009, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bwalkerVintage

Yes, i completely agree - I think that people with small wrists wearing big watches look like clowns - i literally laugh and think of a circus. In reality, that applies to most of the people that wear a certain brand that i'll call 'bandwagon", but that i'm not allowed to mention for fear of getting an infraction.

Uhhh, wow, way to hold back there "jackson".

Just replace son with donkey, except don't say donkey say ass.

WTF

Perdu · 16 February 2009, 08:54 AM

I think it would be very rude to point it out. People love their watches, although I agree, many wear a watch that's simply too big for them.

Gedanken · 16 February 2009, 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bwalkerVintage

Yes, i completely agree - I think that people with small wrists wearing big watches look like clowns - i literally laugh and think of a circus. In reality, that applies to most of the people that wear a certain brand that i'll call 'bandwagon", but that i'm not allowed to mention for fear of getting an infraction.

You're getting an infraction anyway - avoiding mention of the brand does nothing to disguise the sentiment, which is something you've already been warned about.

That's 12 points in 16 days, by the way. I don't know why you've taken this direction after a great record of making good posts, but I'm afraid the rules apply to everyone.

WatchSmith · 16 February 2009, 11:53 AM

If huge watches are what floats your boat, wear 'em and enjoy 'em. Many of the ones I see are 'look-at-me' watches and I think they look rather silly, especially on a small wrists.

Launch Mini · 16 February 2009, 11:57 AM

What about guys who drive MINI's?
The opposite true?

ijen0311 · 16 February 2009, 11:57 AM

it's all about how you pull it off!

scottschoe · 16 February 2009, 11:58 AM

A huge watch (huge) on a small wrist is as bad as a tiny watch on a large wrist IMO. Doesn't bother me either way though...I have my own wrist to worry about.

dman · 16 February 2009, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by applebook

do you have the heart to tell them they look like fools? I don't mean a 42mm watch on a 7" wrist but a 47mm Big Pilot on a 6.5" wrist. We've seen them. The watches actually stretch over the flat parts of their wrists. I hate to say anything, but those watches are wearing YOU.

I have a 7" wrist and don't feel comfortable with a 42" Speedmaster, but I guess to "each his own."

No I don't. But whatever makes you feel better about yourself, by all means.

For the record, my wrist is over 7.5 and I wear watches that range from 36mm to 47mm. .

aleeboy · 16 February 2009, 12:10 PM

From an aesthetic point of view, larger watches should be for larger build people. I have a tiny wrist, but my forearms and upper arms are pretty big at 13.5 and 16 inches. So, a big watch on my tine 6.5 inch wrist looks small on me. I think if you are of a small build and have a small frame, you should try to keep away from bigger watches as it looks like you are wearing a clock. Ofcourse this excludes girls wearing 40mm watches, which is hot

Personally, I would not go for a watch bigger than 42mm. 40mm is probably the perfect sized. I wish Rolex continues to make their Sports models in this size.

clew84 · 16 February 2009, 12:59 PM

I have a 7" wrist and I'm comfortable wearing a Kobold Seal (44mm) and a Panerai Luminor Sub. My interest in watches started with my Omega SMP which is a perfect size for me.

The only thing, and the only thing right now, that's keeping me from buying a SD is that it looks small compared to the watches I am used to wearing. The GMT IIc is a fraction bigger but looks larger and is why I am slightly leaning that way.

To each their own, I say.

Widows Son · 16 February 2009, 01:21 PM

I was wearing my Omega Speedmaster 145.022 yesturday which felt really huge. I've been wearing vintage pieces lately, a 40's Breitling Premiers, my Airking, and a slew of tank style Hamiltons. Compared to those, the Omega seemed really large. I couldn't imagine wearing anything over 42MM.

Mosco · 16 February 2009, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arby

Anybody catch the extremely large dial on the watch Randy Jackson was wearing on "American Idol" this season so far?

He is listed on the "Toy Watch" web page but that isn't the watch he was wearing in the last 2 nights episodes. I mean a Humongously large dial.

It looked like 50mm or more.

Randy Jackson wears a Curtis & Company watch - they are on average 52mm, hideous beasts, too.

I, myself, am 6 foot 1, around 200 lb's, so not a small guy. My arms are decent size (I used to box, so I retained most of the physique), but my wrists aren't anything to write home about. However, a datejust looks ridiculous on me, I cannot pull it off. Now a Daytona - looks good, but still borderline too small. My Breguets are perfect size, just under 43mm - but i do own a 48mm Corum Admirals Cup - so, I guess what it boils down to is - to each his own!

BTW, my wife wears a Lady Diver by Ulysse Nardin, which is just under 40mm and it is the sexiest thing I have ever seen....

folexhater · 16 February 2009, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leighton

I'd like to buy a vowel please? An "I" ?

Can I buy a vowel too? Is there a letter D? Is it.......Mind?

Like the one I lost because of this thread!

Welshwatchman · 17 February 2009, 12:10 AM

For some reason I don't get hot and bothered over such things.

What a silly and provocative thread to start with.

Welshwatchman · 17 February 2009, 12:11 AM

For some reason I don't get hot and bothered over such things.

What a silly and provocative thread to start with.

JJ Irani · 17 February 2009, 03:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Welshwatchman

For some reason I don't get hot and bothered over such things.

What a silly and provocative thread to start with.

Agreed, Paul......who really cares what anyone else wears......as long as it's not a RADO on a NATO!!!

Terry Newton · 17 February 2009, 04:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Agreed, Paul......who really cares what anyone else wears......as long as it's not a RADO on a NATO!!!

Ghastly thought.........................Scary Pictures Dancing In My Head of a Rado on a Nato.

Nice end to a ridiculous post.

Terry Newton

SirLoki · 17 February 2009, 07:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CEG

Each to their own IMO !!

the u-boats are definitely growing on me but wow that 50mm is nuts! i do like the big numbers on the dial and the lum

bewithabob · 8 April 2010, 05:34 AM

personal preference; but its hilarious sitting around a poker table, when the dials are so large you can see reflections of your opponents hand

Earl Camembert · 8 April 2010, 09:42 AM

It appears the OP no longer posts but I would not make fun of his Applebook.

lorsban · 8 April 2010, 09:42 AM

45mm for me is as big as my wrist can handle. 39-42mm is my personal sweet spot.

alphamale2012 · 12 April 2010, 03:53 AM

50mm u-boat looks great on my 6.5 wrist imo and thats all that matters.

bewithabob · 12 April 2010, 09:36 PM

does any one remember the dick tracy watch?

Gtrain · 20 April 2010, 11:15 PM

I find it funny how people can have such a strong opinion on how silly large watches are but don't hold the same opinion about precious metal sport watches, watches that go to 3000ft, chronographs worn by people who do not know what they are and tool watches worn by suits.
People buy what they like.

16 February 2009, 07:44 AM	#62
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16 February 2009, 07:59 AM	#64
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16 February 2009, 08:54 AM	#68
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	I think it would be very rude to point it out. People love their watches, although I agree, many wear a watch that's simply too big for them. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

16 February 2009, 11:57 AM	#71
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,241	What about guys who drive MINI's? The opposite true? __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

16 February 2009, 11:58 AM	#73
scottschoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: CA Posts: 3,295	A huge watch (huge) on a small wrist is as bad as a tiny watch on a large wrist IMO. Doesn't bother me either way though...I have my own wrist to worry about. __________________ __________________

16 February 2009, 07:45 AM	#63
AIKO "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Carolina Posts: 1,937	Here are some pics from my big watch experiment. An Oris Small Seconds diver-47 mm but wears like a 45mm. My wrist is 7.3 inches. It was 245 grams, big and heavy. I loved the loos of this watch but it was just too big and only lasted a few months. A pic of my new LV as a reference. I tend to see 45mm PO's on small wrists a fair amount.

16 February 2009, 08:38 AM	#65
Cato Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Land of the Lost Watch: 116610LN Posts: 2,201	I see so much of that, I'm jaded. There are so many "hip hop" wannabes here in LA it's ridculous. I've even seen watches with spinners! Now when I see that perfectly appropriate watch on the wearer, that's a treat. The other day I saw a small square gold watch on a strap on Jonty from Cash in the Attic, and it was wonderful. John Lithgow also wears a tasteful dress watch on 3rd Rock from the Sun.

16 February 2009, 08:44 AM	#66
bwalkerVintage Banned Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Brendan Location: Cougar Country Posts: 825	Yes, i completely agree - I think that people with small wrists wearing big watches look like clowns - i literally laugh and think of a circus. In reality, that applies to most of the people that wear a certain brand that i'll call 'bandwagon", but that i'm not allowed to mention for fear of getting an infraction.

16 February 2009, 11:53 AM	#70
WatchSmith 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Posts: 702	If huge watches are what floats your boat, wear 'em and enjoy 'em. Many of the ones I see are 'look-at-me' watches and I think they look rather silly, especially on a small wrists.

16 February 2009, 11:57 AM	#72
ijen0311 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jen Location: Jax, FL Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 3,977	it's all about how you pull it off!

16 February 2009, 12:10 PM	#75
aleeboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Russel Location: N/A Watch: N/A Posts: 755	From an aesthetic point of view, larger watches should be for larger build people. I have a tiny wrist, but my forearms and upper arms are pretty big at 13.5 and 16 inches. So, a big watch on my tine 6.5 inch wrist looks small on me. I think if you are of a small build and have a small frame, you should try to keep away from bigger watches as it looks like you are wearing a clock. Ofcourse this excludes girls wearing 40mm watches, which is hot Personally, I would not go for a watch bigger than 42mm. 40mm is probably the perfect sized. I wish Rolex continues to make their Sports models in this size.

16 February 2009, 12:59 PM	#76
clew84 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati Watch: me soar Posts: 928	I have a 7" wrist and I'm comfortable wearing a Kobold Seal (44mm) and a Panerai Luminor Sub. My interest in watches started with my Omega SMP which is a perfect size for me. The only thing, and the only thing right now, that's keeping me from buying a SD is that it looks small compared to the watches I am used to wearing. The GMT IIc is a fraction bigger but looks larger and is why I am slightly leaning that way. To each their own, I say. __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 16600 Omega SMP IWC 3227-01 Autodromo Prototipo

16 February 2009, 01:21 PM	#77
Widows Son "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hudson Ohio Posts: 3,554	I was wearing my Omega Speedmaster 145.022 yesturday which felt really huge. I've been wearing vintage pieces lately, a 40's Breitling Premiers, my Airking, and a slew of tank style Hamiltons. Compared to those, the Omega seemed really large. I couldn't imagine wearing anything over 42MM.

17 February 2009, 12:10 AM	#80
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	For some reason I don't get hot and bothered over such things. What a silly and provocative thread to start with. __________________ ..33

17 February 2009, 12:11 AM	#81
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	For some reason I don't get hot and bothered over such things. What a silly and provocative thread to start with. __________________ ..33

8 April 2010, 05:34 AM	#85
bewithabob "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Bob Location: Dallas, Texas Watch: Daytona Meteorite Posts: 3,413	personal preference; but its hilarious sitting around a poker table, when the dials are so large you can see reflections of your opponents hand __________________ meteor flying to Earth onto my wrist... 116509 Daytona Meteorite, 116520 Daytona Black, 116710 GMTIIC, 16013 DATEJUST, CARTIER SANTOS 100 W20090X8, IWC Big Pilot, IWC Top Gun "Everything works out in the end. If it hasn't worked out, it's not the end."

8 April 2010, 09:42 AM	#86
Earl Camembert Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,858	It appears the OP no longer posts but I would not make fun of his Applebook.

8 April 2010, 09:42 AM	#87
lorsban "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,199	45mm for me is as big as my wrist can handle. 39-42mm is my personal sweet spot. __________________ Rolex TT Datejust, Panerai PAM 312, Omega Connie C-Shape, Anonimo D-Date II, Squale 20 Atmos Blue Ray, Concord Impresario Triple Date Chrono Seiko SKX007, Monster Tuna

12 April 2010, 03:53 AM	#88
alphamale2012 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Sam Location: UK Posts: 1,305	50mm u-boat looks great on my 6.5 wrist imo and thats all that matters.

12 April 2010, 09:36 PM	#89
bewithabob "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Bob Location: Dallas, Texas Watch: Daytona Meteorite Posts: 3,413	does any one remember the dick tracy watch? __________________ meteor flying to Earth onto my wrist... 116509 Daytona Meteorite, 116520 Daytona Black, 116710 GMTIIC, 16013 DATEJUST, CARTIER SANTOS 100 W20090X8, IWC Big Pilot, IWC Top Gun "Everything works out in the end. If it hasn't worked out, it's not the end."

20 April 2010, 11:15 PM	#90
Gtrain "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Perth Posts: 4	I find it funny how people can have such a strong opinion on how silly large watches are but don't hold the same opinion about precious metal sport watches, watches that go to 3000ft, chronographs worn by people who do not know what they are and tool watches worn by suits. People buy what they like.

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