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Old 11 July 2017, 11:07 PM   #1
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Is this 15400 too big for me?

I'm a huge fan of the 15202 but unfortunately I suffer from 6.3" wrists (16cm) :( however I wasn't going to let that stop me from trying it on at least. So off I went to the AD but was disappointed to hear that they didn't carry the jumbo. They did have a 15400 and I thought I'd just humour myself and I tried it on.

Much to my surprise, the lugs and extended/integrated links did not hang over at all and it fit snugly around my wrist. The bracelet was too long but that was completely expected; I just pinched it back with my other hand.

Anyway here are the pics. I was looking for your opinions on whether it looks too big for me overall. I'd appreciate any input and especially your candour. Thanks!

I look forward to trying on a 15202 some point in the near future, which I suspect should suit my size a little better.
















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Old 11 July 2017, 11:17 PM   #2
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I think it looks great. Not too large
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Old 11 July 2017, 11:21 PM   #3
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You can certainly pull it off. I'd still check out the 15202 if possible to be sure.
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Old 11 July 2017, 11:29 PM   #4
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I actually think that looks great on you. Size enough to be modern but not overbearing.
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Old 11 July 2017, 11:40 PM   #5
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That 15400 fits better on your wrist than mine, and it looks like a great size for you. Mine was 6.3", and the 26320 (same 41mm case) looked like this on my wrist:

(clearly pushing the limits of what I can wear)



Since then, my wrist has grown to 6.5" and the 15202 is the perfect size for me:



I still say, try to track down a 15202 before deciding on the 15400.
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Old 11 July 2017, 11:44 PM   #6
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Old 11 July 2017, 11:54 PM   #7
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That 15400 fits better on your wrist than mine, and it looks like a great size for you. Mine was 6.3", and the 25860 (same 41mm case) looked like this on my wrist:

(clearly pushing the limits of what I can wear)



Since then, my wrist has grown to 6.5" and the 15202 is the perfect size for me:


I still say, try to track down a 15202 before deciding on the 15400.

Thanks! And I agree the 15202 looks great on you, can I ask how your wrist size changed that much? Gym?

I'll definitely try and track down a jumbo if I can :)


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I actually think that looks great on you. Size enough to be modern but not overbearing.

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You can certainly pull it off. I'd still check out the 15202 if possible to be sure.

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I think it looks great. Not too large

Thanks guys, I appreciate the feed back :)





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Old 12 July 2017, 12:30 AM   #8
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Thanks! And I agree the 15202 looks great on you, can I ask how your wrist size changed that much? Gym?
12 months of boxing and weightlifting.
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Old 12 July 2017, 12:33 AM   #9
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12 months of boxing and weightlifting.


Good to know there are things you can do to change wrist size haha


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Old 12 July 2017, 12:42 AM   #10
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Looks perfect! Mirror/friend shots are the best.
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Old 12 July 2017, 01:03 AM   #11
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15400 by definition is a sports watch. It looks great on you. But if you want it to be dressier Id say try the 15202 or 15450.
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Old 12 July 2017, 01:05 AM   #12
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Beautiful! I think it fits well imo. I have the exact same wrist size as you 6.3" and I went with a white dial 15400.

The fit of a watch depends completely on the "construction" of your wrist. Based on the picture, like me, you probably have a flat wrist and therefore the bulk of the watch will sit right on top. Haha... we are probably more bony in that area of our body. Most individuals will have a rounder wrist (symentrical) and therefore it "pushes" the watch upwards while reducing the wrist to wrist surface area making the watch look oversized. I also want to say it probably makes a difference with the size of an individuals hand and the appearance of a watch on the wrist. It balances the appearance of bulk on a wrist.

Eitherway I think it works for sure. 15202 is always the perfect model. Give that a try first. If you can afford to buy that 15202 right now, better purchase that instead.
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Old 12 July 2017, 01:10 AM   #13
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Looks great!
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Old 12 July 2017, 02:21 AM   #14
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Looks awesome! I find 15202 size quite girly :)
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Old 12 July 2017, 02:36 AM   #15
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not too big. its also not a questionable fit, in that it is fairly close to being too big. That fits like it should IMO

The pants on the other hand, those might be a tad too short
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Old 12 July 2017, 03:22 AM   #16
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I think it looks fine. Btw, love the Nike Flyknit Racers.
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Old 12 July 2017, 03:40 AM   #17
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15400 looks great on you - but check out the 15202 also.
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Old 12 July 2017, 05:01 AM   #18
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From those pics, the 15400 looks great on you. Not too large at all, but lots of wrist presence.
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Old 12 July 2017, 05:23 AM   #19
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Yours seems perfectly fine. How is it that the fit of the 15400 on my 6.3" wrist is on another level. HUGE.
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Old 12 July 2017, 05:34 AM   #20
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wow that looks surprisingly fine for a 6.3 wrist.
get it!
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Old 12 July 2017, 07:01 AM   #21
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I think it's just on the edge. If you are sure your wrist will not get smaller (weight / heat when you tried it on) it's fine
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Old 12 July 2017, 09:39 AM   #22
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You can do it and looks good
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Old 14 July 2017, 05:56 PM   #23
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I think it is perfect size
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Old 14 July 2017, 08:24 PM   #24
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not too big. its also not a questionable fit, in that it is fairly close to being too big. That fits like it should IMO

The pants on the other hand, those might be a tad too short
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Old 14 July 2017, 08:38 PM   #25
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Properly sized it will work. Great looking watch.
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Old 14 July 2017, 09:56 PM   #26
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Looks like it was made for you.
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Old 15 July 2017, 06:03 PM   #27
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Perfect fit.
The bigger the better.
If you have a choice, go for the 15202.
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Old 16 July 2017, 02:39 AM   #28
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Looks surprisingly great!
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Old 16 July 2017, 06:30 PM   #29
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looks good. Go for it.
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Old 16 July 2017, 09:36 PM   #30
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Looks good!
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