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7sins · 22 August 2011, 02:15 AM

So, I have been debating on buying a panerai lately, I am deciding between a 312, 351, 359 and 111. The problem is I have the wrist size of a 12 year old girl (I am 23 FYI). Does anyone have any experience with how a 44mm Panerai will fit on a small wrist in terms of size and also long term comfortability? Below is a picture of a 42mm Navi 1461 jours on my wrist for comparison sake.

texex91 · 22 August 2011, 02:29 AM

Those are large models your are contemplating. I would try them on, but should not be issue. You may want to try some of the base models (000, 111, 112) as they tend to wear a little smaller than 312 or 351. 351 is a very light watch, and I would highly recommend it for a smaller wrist over the heavier 312. Also look at 40mm 241. Just some thoughts.

walds11 · 22 August 2011, 02:54 AM

What Paul said

I dumped my third 48 and stepped it back up to 44mm. I really wanted an in-house 1950 model. I wouldn't of bought one if it didn't come in Ti. The 312 is nice, but too to heavy in my opinion. I really love my 351. The brushed Ti case, gold hands and tabacco dial are very unique. I can pull it off with my relatively thin 6 3/4" wrists. My wrists are more rounded than flat.

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Originally Posted by texex91

Those are large models your are contemplating. I would try them on, but should not be issue. You may want to try some of the base models (000, 111, 112) as they tend to wear a little smaller than 312 or 351. 351 is a very light watch, and I would highly recommend it for a smaller wrist over the heavier 312. Also look at 40mm 241. Just some thoughts.

snog · 22 August 2011, 03:23 AM

111 as it's manual (and a great first Pam) tends to fit better and is smaller on the wrist then some auto models but will still be big on your wrist,it really comes down to if you want to wear a watch and forget it's there,for me walking through a doorway would be done sideways and I have 7.5'' wrists,I would go to your AD and try them on first.

KeWa · 22 August 2011, 04:43 AM

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Originally Posted by walds11

The 312 is nice, but too to heavy in my opinion.

I am currently lookingnat a pam 312 and would like to know how much it weighs?

walds11 · 22 August 2011, 05:44 AM

Not sure how much the 312 weighs. I meant it is too top heavy.

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Originally Posted by KeWa

I am currently lookingnat a pam 312 and would like to know how much it weighs?

RJRJRJ · 22 August 2011, 05:50 AM

Ive got a 6.75" wrist and wear a 320. Its big, but in a good way.

Rolex Junky · 22 August 2011, 03:27 AM

THE PROBLEM WITH A LARGE CASE ON A SMALL WRIST IS THAT THE CASE WILL GET BANGED UP MORE EASILY! I think the diameter of the case should fall within the width of the wrist. Just my

pacifichrono · 28 August 2011, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolex Junky

THE PROBLEM WITH A LARGE CASE ON A SMALL WRIST IS THAT THE CASE WILL GET BANGED UP MORE EASILY! I think the diameter of the case should fall within the width of the wrist. Just my

I agree. My wrist is only 6-7/8" and I find that I tend to bang big-case watches into things, plus they don't feel that comfortable with all that weight on one side.

john333 · 22 August 2011, 03:50 AM

Best advice is to try them on yourself...so you can see how they fit on your wrist. IMO you would be better off with something like a 000, 005, 111, 112, 176, or 177 to start. While I love the look of the Luminors with the 1950 case, they are a little too thick for me.

mfer · 22 August 2011, 04:13 AM

It all depends on the size and shape of your wrists. I'm slightly lucky in that I have a pretty flat wrist given that I'm only 6.5" around.

Just try them on and only you can decide.

This is 42mm and wears big on me.

This is 45mm and wears perfect on me.

Here is a good 44mm for me.

Here is a BAD 45.5mm for me.

I wish I had a pic, but the 46mm IWC Mission Earth fits me like a glove.

So, your wrist on a watch will fit........only one way to find out.

MrTito · 23 August 2011, 04:24 AM

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Originally Posted by mfer

It all depends on the size and shape of your wrists. I'm slightly lucky in that I have a pretty flat wrist given that I'm only 6.5" around.

Just try them on and only you can decide.

This is 42mm and wears big on me.

This is 45mm and wears perfect on me.

Here is a good 44mm for me.

Here is a BAD 45.5mm for me.

I wish I had a pic, but the 46mm IWC Mission Earth fits me like a glove.

So, your wrist on a watch will fit........only one way to find out.

Now you're just showing off!!!!

Nice wardrobe

mfer · 23 August 2011, 05:02 AM

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Originally Posted by MrTito

Now you're just showing off!!!!

Nice wardrobe

Not all are mine. I try on other people's watches and take a pic.

I have a 127 too (picture that is). Too big on me.

dddrees · 22 August 2011, 04:29 AM

Just test them out and give it a shot as Mik said. They do come in different sizes by the way.

skyedog · 22 August 2011, 05:07 AM

I have a 6" wrist and I have a 050 40mmand a 336 42mm it looks fine...
but the other day when I am at the Ad I try on a 210 45mm and I really like it,
I guess the thickness make a big difference!

The only thing is I can never pull it off with a cal dial w/ 47mm it like I am wearing a clock on my wrist!

htc8p · 22 August 2011, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 7sins

So, I have been debating on buying a panerai lately, I am deciding between a 312, 351, 359 and 111. The problem is I have the wrist size of a 12 year old girl (I am 23 FYI). Does anyone have any experience with how a 44mm Panerai will fit on a small wrist in terms of size and also long term comfortability? Below is a picture of a 42mm Navi 1461 jours on my wrist for comparison sake.

your 42 mm look ok on you so a 42 mm will look ok too. it will look bigger at first but i think you call pull it off.

the only problem is...that other people will notice it most of the time

Andad · 22 August 2011, 05:09 PM

I agree. The Navi looks ok.

Wear wharever makes YOU feel good.

jay_kay · 22 August 2011, 05:29 PM

My wife has tiny wrists but pulls the 44mm Luminors off with ease. Don't bother with the 40mm!!! You'll just end up flipping it for a 44!!

mboverst · 23 August 2011, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by jay_kay

My wife has tiny wrists but pulls the 44mm Luminors off with ease. Don't bother with the 40mm!!! You'll just end up flipping it for a 44!!

This, as some members here can attest to from the last GTG, my wife wear's 44mm PAM's almost daily!

Take the plunge and wear it a day, I promise it'll be weird at first and you'll be so used to it by day two that you won't want to go back to anything smaller.

texex91 · 23 August 2011, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by mboverst

Take the plunge and wear it a day, I promise it'll be weird at first and you'll be so used to it by day two that you won't want to go back to anything smaller.

x2

Shade · 23 August 2011, 01:19 AM

I think buying a panerai is not a small purchase.. So I highly recommend you to try it on before making any decisions.

andrew79 · 22 August 2011, 06:28 PM

I dont think you have problem with 44 mm pam... it will look just fine.... trust me, been there, done that.... work just fine for me in the end.

MP5 · 22 August 2011, 06:34 PM

40mm PAMS are a bad idea. They are hard to move. Always go with the 44

jhcam8 · 23 August 2011, 02:37 AM

I'll chime in as a former 40mm wearer who traded up to the 44's and 45's. I've found that the observations of the different models feeling and wearing differently to be true, e.g., I'm not crazy about the 3 day autos in the 1950 case, but the winding models are all fine.

7sins · 23 August 2011, 09:29 AM

Thank you everyone, this has been a huge help. I plan on going to the local AD here in Manhattan and trying on a few. My biggest issue is being young no one will give me the time of day, regardless if I am in an expensive suit or wearing my Navi. It looks like the radiomir wears a little smaller, I might just have to get one too.

Watches - an expensive hobby.

mfer · 23 August 2011, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by 7sins

Thank you everyone, this has been a huge help. I plan on going to the local AD here in Manhattan and trying on a few. My biggest issue is being young no one will give me the time of day, regardless if I am in an expensive suit or wearing my Navi. It looks like the radiomir wears a little smaller, I might just have to get one too.

Watches - an expensive hobby.

I find that it is best to just be open and honest with the AD. Tell them you love the look of Panerai and want to take some test drives so to speak but are worried about the size on your wrist. Need to decide if the watch is right for you. If they are any kind of salesmen/women, they'll treat you with respect and try to get you to come in again to buy a Panerai, JLC, etc.

snog · 23 August 2011, 12:46 PM

you don't need them to give you the time of day, just pass you the watches to try on

,unless you walk in with notes falling out your pockets these guys can be $£%"$ to most people,if they are too up themselves, just start with the Pams, then move on to the Rolex, try the whole shop on,and if they really pee you off, ask them do they stock G shock!

watchyou · 23 August 2011, 02:42 PM

PAM 24 on small 6.1 "wrist

PAM233

jacksonian · 23 August 2011, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by watchyou

PAM 24 on small 6.1 "wrist

PAM233

Looks awesome! Rock it, brother.

rolexsweep · 23 August 2011, 09:04 PM

111 fits great on my wrist, I have small wrist trust me, looks big but I love it

22 August 2011, 02:15 AM	#1
7sins "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: B. Location: Beverly Hills, CA Posts: 3,621	Panerai on a small wrist? So, I have been debating on buying a panerai lately, I am deciding between a 312, 351, 359 and 111. The problem is I have the wrist size of a 12 year old girl (I am 23 FYI). Does anyone have any experience with how a 44mm Panerai will fit on a small wrist in terms of size and also long term comfortability? Below is a picture of a 42mm Navi 1461 jours on my wrist for comparison sake.

22 August 2011, 04:13 AM	#11
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	It all depends on the size and shape of your wrists. I'm slightly lucky in that I have a pretty flat wrist given that I'm only 6.5" around. Just try them on and only you can decide. This is 42mm and wears big on me. This is 45mm and wears perfect on me. Here is a good 44mm for me. Here is a BAD 45.5mm for me. I wish I had a pic, but the 46mm IWC Mission Earth fits me like a glove. So, your wrist on a watch will fit........only one way to find out. __________________ member#3242

22 August 2011, 04:29 AM	#14
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Just test them out and give it a shot as Mik said. They do come in different sizes by the way. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

22 August 2011, 05:07 AM	#15
skyedog "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Joey Location: around the Bay Watch: ing TRF Posts: 1,942	I have a 6" wrist and I have a 050 40mmand a 336 42mm it looks fine... but the other day when I am at the Ad I try on a 210 45mm and I really like it, I guess the thickness make a big difference! The only thing is I can never pull it off with a cal dial w/ 47mm it like I am wearing a clock on my wrist! Attached Images

22 August 2011, 05:09 PM	#17
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,521	I agree. The Navi looks ok. Wear wharever makes YOU feel good. __________________ E

22 August 2011, 02:29 AM	#2
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Those are large models your are contemplating. I would try them on, but should not be issue. You may want to try some of the base models (000, 111, 112) as they tend to wear a little smaller than 312 or 351. 351 is a very light watch, and I would highly recommend it for a smaller wrist over the heavier 312. Also look at 40mm 241. Just some thoughts.

22 August 2011, 03:23 AM	#4
snog "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: UK Posts: 908	111 as it's manual (and a great first Pam) tends to fit better and is smaller on the wrist then some auto models but will still be big on your wrist,it really comes down to if you want to wear a watch and forget it's there,for me walking through a doorway would be done sideways and I have 7.5'' wrists,I would go to your AD and try them on first.

22 August 2011, 05:50 AM	#7
RJRJRJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3,495	Ive got a 6.75" wrist and wear a 320. Its big, but in a good way.

22 August 2011, 03:27 AM	#8
Rolex Junky Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Lorenzo Location: Netherlands Watch: 116710LN & 116201 Posts: 849	THE PROBLEM WITH A LARGE CASE ON A SMALL WRIST IS THAT THE CASE WILL GET BANGED UP MORE EASILY! I think the diameter of the case should fall within the width of the wrist. Just my

22 August 2011, 03:50 AM	#10
john333 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Gotham Posts: 1,274	Best advice is to try them on yourself...so you can see how they fit on your wrist. IMO you would be better off with something like a 000, 005, 111, 112, 176, or 177 to start. While I love the look of the Luminors with the 1950 case, they are a little too thick for me.

22 August 2011, 05:29 PM	#18
jay_kay "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Barrowford Watch: Tudor Black Bay 54 Posts: 1,699	My wife has tiny wrists but pulls the 44mm Luminors off with ease. Don't bother with the 40mm!!! You'll just end up flipping it for a 44!! __________________ Rolex Explorer 214270, Omega Speedmaster '1957 Relaunch' 3594.50.00, Panerai Luminor 1950 PAM00127-E, Panerai Radiomir 1936 PAM00249-I, Panerai Mare Nostrum PAM00716-T, Panerai PAM00785-Q Set, Panerai Luminor Black Seal PAM00594-Q, Panerai Luminor Daylight PAM00604-Q, Tudor Black Bay 54 79000N, Heuer Carrera Re-Edition CS3113, Hamilton Military W10 & TAG Heuer F1

23 August 2011, 01:19 AM	#21
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	I think buying a panerai is not a small purchase.. So I highly recommend you to try it on before making any decisions. __________________ My collections.. Plus PAM 233, 232, 249 & PAM 417.

22 August 2011, 06:28 PM	#22
andrew79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Andrew Location: Indonesia Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,277	I dont think you have problem with 44 mm pam... it will look just fine.... trust me, been there, done that.... work just fine for me in the end. __________________ Baume & Mercier Riviera Rolex GMT II c, DJ 116234, Sub 16610, EXP 2 16570 Panerai 111 , 232

22 August 2011, 06:34 PM	#23
MP5 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: ATX Posts: 2,886	40mm PAMS are a bad idea. They are hard to move. Always go with the 44

23 August 2011, 02:37 AM	#24
jhcam8 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Jim Location: SE MI, USA Watch: Sub C Posts: 2,068	I'll chime in as a former 40mm wearer who traded up to the 44's and 45's. I've found that the observations of the different models feeling and wearing differently to be true, e.g., I'm not crazy about the 3 day autos in the 1950 case, but the winding models are all fine.

23 August 2011, 09:29 AM	#25
7sins "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: B. Location: Beverly Hills, CA Posts: 3,621	Thank you everyone, this has been a huge help. I plan on going to the local AD here in Manhattan and trying on a few. My biggest issue is being young no one will give me the time of day, regardless if I am in an expensive suit or wearing my Navi. It looks like the radiomir wears a little smaller, I might just have to get one too. Watches - an expensive hobby.

23 August 2011, 12:46 PM	#27
snog "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: UK Posts: 908	you don't need them to give you the time of day, just pass you the watches to try on ,unless you walk in with notes falling out your pockets these guys can be $£%"$ to most people,if they are too up themselves, just start with the Pams, then move on to the Rolex, try the whole shop on,and if they really pee you off, ask them do they stock G shock!

23 August 2011, 02:42 PM	#28
watchyou "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 909	PAM 24 on small 6.1 "wrist PAM233

23 August 2011, 09:04 PM	#30
rolexsweep "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Australia Watch: RG DD40 Posts: 1,149	111 fits great on my wrist, I have small wrist trust me, looks big but I love it __________________ "Did you get that at retail?"

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