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Old 10 June 2008, 05:44 AM   #1
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Which size Pan?? 6 3/4 in wrist

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I am getting ready to make the leap to my first Panerai.

I just do not know what to do.
I think my wrists are a little on the smaller side of things.
My wrist is 6 3/4 in around.

My biggest watch is an early 60's Breitling Navitimer (gen 2) which I tend
to wear quite a bit. It looks a bit big but I still like it!

What do you guys think (size wise) is too big for my smaller wrist?
I know I am lucky as it could be even smaller.
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Old 10 June 2008, 07:02 AM   #2
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you should be fine with a 44. You can try both, I have a 7 wrist and 44 works fine for me.
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Old 10 June 2008, 07:04 AM   #3
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a 40mm or 44mm Panerai will be fine on your wrist.

Not so much the 45mm or 47mm.
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Old 10 June 2008, 07:05 AM   #4
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you'll be surprised how 44mm, 45mm and even 47mm will fit well into your 6 3/4. My suggestion: go to local AD and try several models.
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Old 10 June 2008, 07:34 AM   #5
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Looks like I am in luck!
My first one will be the Power Reserve so that will work.
I will be getting married within the next 18 mths and my fiance has
already made it clear she will buy me most any watch I want so I will get the
10 day GMT
If I do get another after that it will be the Radiomir.

Right now I am waiting on my Rolex Deep Sea, my AD said he will have mine in Aug (he is a very large dealer so he will get some of the early ones.)

After that the Power Reserve search will start.
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Old 10 June 2008, 09:58 AM   #6
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Here's the deal - if you buy a 40mm, it won't be but two or three months until you are kicking yourself for not getting the 44mm. I bought the Pam 48, which is 40mm, and my AD told me, "You'll be back - everyone that buys that model comes back to buy a 44mm". I didn't believe him.

I should have. I'm dying to get a 44mm, just waiting to see which one I like the best. IMHO, just go for the 44mm. Believe me, it's what you'll want.
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Old 10 June 2008, 10:41 AM   #7
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you'll be surprised how 44mm, 45mm and even 47mm will fit well into your 6 3/4. My suggestion: go to local AD and try several models.
Great advice!
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Old 10 June 2008, 03:14 PM   #8
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Well, Jeremy of Detroit...

You a Wings fan? If so, then go for the 44mm hockey puck.

All kidding aside, you'll be surprised that most times, the 44 just looks right. In the Radiomir, the 45mm will also likely work as well. Try 'em on, and you'll know.

Here's my wife wearing a 44mm Panerai. Her daily watch is a 31mm Datejust, but this one looks great too...and on a wrist much smaller than yours.


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Old 10 June 2008, 03:21 PM   #9
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Any 44,45 or 47 If you buy a 40mm,you are going to change to bigger soon.Panerai sits well on the wrist
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Old 11 June 2008, 06:36 AM   #10
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Also, the Radiomirs wear differently than the luminors. I have a 6.5" wrist and love the 45mm Rad's but the 44mm Luminors look too big for me.

Go to AD and try 'em on!!!!!
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Old 11 June 2008, 01:40 PM   #11
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I like the Radiomars BUT I do not like them for my first Pan or daily wear.
I can be rough on a watch and they look more delicate (the crown)
I want one but it wont be my first Pan
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Old 11 June 2008, 01:58 PM   #12
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you should be fine with a 44. You can try both, I have a 7 wrist and 44 works fine for me.
I agree!!! 44 is IDEAL!
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Old 11 June 2008, 09:45 PM   #13
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I have a 44mm luminor and a 6.5 wrist.Feels fine ,looks great.Dont worry about the size.
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Old 12 June 2008, 08:43 AM   #14
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No problem with 45mm...

Radiomir on my 6" wrist.



Try a few on and see what looks best.

Good luck!
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Old 12 June 2008, 08:52 AM   #15
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Radiomir on my 6" wrist.



Try a few on and see what looks best.

Good luck!
That Pam looks badass on you Steph! What is that strap made of?
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Old 12 June 2008, 10:32 AM   #16
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That Pam looks badass on you Steph! What is that strap made of?
Thanks! That is a stingray strap. Something fun for those not so serious days!
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Thanks! That is a stingray strap. Something fun for those not so serious days!
I love those not so serious days AND that strap! Thanks for the pic!!
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Old 12 June 2008, 11:24 AM   #18
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44mm, 45mm, or even 47mm might go. I have a smaller wrist and wouldn't settle for anything less than a 44mm.
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Old 12 June 2008, 12:59 PM   #19
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IMHO 44 is just right for Panerai. But try both sizes on if you can and get the one that smiles at ya.
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Old 13 June 2008, 11:16 PM   #20
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Depends on more than wrist size alone

If your wrist is under 7 inches and the rest of your forearm is not much bigger, and you also have a small slender body build then go with a 40mm Panerai. IF your wrist is under 7 inches, but you have a larger build and your forearms are pretty big, then go with a 44mm.

IMHO, a big 44mm watch on a skinny guy's skinny wrist looks ridiculous and faddish (now if you are a hot looking chick, you can wear any size watch you want!)
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Old 14 June 2008, 07:28 AM   #21
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OK
Here is my wrist with my Breitling Navitimer.

I do not have huge arms but Im 5'6 with a 16 1/2 in neck so I am
a thick guy (in shape not fat)


Sorry for such a lousy pic

Let me know what you guys think.
I am wondering if I am getting into too much with the DSSD
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Old 15 June 2008, 03:20 AM   #22
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Pam 42mm in 6,5 wrist



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Old 15 June 2008, 07:08 AM   #23
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I suggest u try them on and see it for youself. 44 should be fine.
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Old 16 June 2008, 08:23 PM   #24
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Javeir, that is one nice looking and rare Radiomir you have there!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Looks good on your wrist!
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Old 17 June 2008, 09:19 AM   #25
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Size info for Panerai Straps

* 110/65 (16 to 17 cm /6.3-6.7in wrist size)
* 115/70 (17 to 18 cm /6.7-7.0 in wrist size)
* 120/75 (18 to 19 cm /7.0-7.5 in wrist size)
* 125/80 (19 to 20 cm /7.5-7.8 in wrist size)
* 130/85 (20 to 21 cm /7.8-8.2 in wrist size)
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Old 17 June 2008, 12:37 PM   #26
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* 110/65 (16 to 17 cm /6.3-6.7in wrist size)
* 115/70 (17 to 18 cm /6.7-7.0 in wrist size)
* 120/75 (18 to 19 cm /7.0-7.5 in wrist size)
* 125/80 (19 to 20 cm /7.5-7.8 in wrist size)
* 130/85 (20 to 21 cm /7.8-8.2 in wrist size)
I would say thats accurate for 4mm leather.For 5mm,I would go one size up.

I have 7.5 in wrists.On a 5mm leather the following would work ...
85/135
80/140
85/140

The Panerai strap style suits a long tail.Rather go longer,than shorter on the tail part.On the buckle end,it has to be closer to have the buckle centred.
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