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DMVRolex · 8 August 2020, 10:34 PM

Would love to hear everyone’s insight on this. Decided I’m ready to trade in my Sub 116613lb and upgrade to an AP RO. But I’m faced with the dilemma on whether a 41mm (15400) or 39mm (15300) would fit better on my wrist (6.75” with flat top). I’m pretty certain the majority will say the 39mm but wondering if I would regret getting the 41mm 15400 in blue dial since I can find a better deal on it, despite paying a premium for it. I was able to try on the 15500 and 15450 at the AD Boutique. I felt the 37mm was too small on my wrist. Thoughts on if the 15400 blue dial would be a decision I may regret?
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Benzsiam · 9 August 2020, 11:52 PM

39mm is the best size for most people. With your wrist size 6.75" flat top, you can go for 41mm also. Between 15300st and 15400st blue dial at a good price, I would pick 15400st. It's a lot less problem with a brand new one than the old one. But if you compare with 39mm 15202st, definitely it would be the jumbo for sure.

AK797 · 10 August 2020, 01:47 AM

If size is a priority I'd go for the 39mm and in black as the blue is a very dark navy, if blue is the priority then I'd go for the vibrant blue 41mm.

supernova · 10 August 2020, 05:20 AM

I think 41mm would suit your wrist better and also a newer watch will perform better and in better condition especially if you buy a 2018 one.

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DMVRolex · 10 August 2020, 10:19 PM

Appreciate the feedback everyone. So it sounds like the 41mm doesn’t look as big as I had questioned before. Also great point on the blue(navy) dual on the 15300 doesn’t pop as much as the 15400. So that right there should almost move the needle towards getting the 41mm.

TooWoundUp · 10 August 2020, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

If size is a priority I'd go for the 39mm and in black as the blue is a very dark navy, if blue is the priority then I'd go for the vibrant blue 41mm.

ditto

DMVRolex · 11 August 2020, 11:05 AM

Opinions on dial color options on the 15400 if the blue becomes too difficult to obtain? I’m torn between the grey and black. But I also like the white ��*♂️

Benzsiam · 12 August 2020, 06:55 AM

All dial colors are beautiful, blue is the most popular and very hard to get. If you want certain color only, you might have to wait long. If you like all colors, you might get it faster.

Horologistas · 12 August 2020, 07:00 AM

Went through a very similar process a couple of years back. Personally couldn't get comfortable with how the 41mm looked on my wrist (similar size to yours) and the 37mm looked too small. Ended with a 39mm 26120 and I love it.

That said, the 41mm in your pic looks way better on you that it ever did on me.

Superavengerlyons · 12 August 2020, 04:37 PM

I really enjoy the 41 15400 ruthenium.

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Superavengerlyons · 12 August 2020, 04:39 PM

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watchthisway · 12 August 2020, 05:13 PM

i have a 15300 blue and love it. i have a 7" wrist and think it fits perfectly. and i love the color of the blue.

note that i have also owned a 15400 and 15500. as well as the 15202. personally i thought the 15400 and 15500 were too big for me. the 39mm is perfect.

Token74 · 12 August 2020, 07:24 PM

I’d go 15300. The 41mm will wear too big on you in my view. The black dial 15300 is fantastic as it has the sunburst dial. I have a blue dial 15450 but I prefer the black dial of my 15300.

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V25V · 12 August 2020, 10:23 PM

I have a 7" wrist, had the 15400 and found it too large. Went to the 15300 and never looked back on that decision. I happen to love the smokey blue of the 15300 as well, as opposed to the more vibrant.

DMVRolex · 12 August 2020, 11:22 PM

For those with a 15300, do you mind sharing wrist shots so I can gauge how it looks like with your wrist size?

J to the Z · 13 August 2020, 02:04 AM

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For those with a 15300, do you mind sharing wrist shots so I can gauge how it looks like with your wrist size?

6.5” flat wrist

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Token74 · 13 August 2020, 02:17 AM

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Token74 · 13 August 2020, 02:17 AM

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6.5” wrist

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Horsin’ Around · 13 August 2020, 03:17 AM

I have a 7.25 inch wrist and it fits beautifully.

Sorry can’t post pictures yet. Haven’t reached 10 posts.

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drhk · 14 August 2020, 12:35 AM

7.1 inch wrist with black 15300

V25V · 14 August 2020, 12:39 AM

7" wrist, flat.

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Skanse · 14 August 2020, 02:09 AM

6,5”

DMVRolex · 14 August 2020, 03:01 AM

Is that a blue dial or black? Can't really tell bc of the sunburst. Either way yours and Skanse's watch looks great!

V25V · 14 August 2020, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by DMVRolex

Is that a blue dial or black? Can't really tell bc of the sunburst. Either way yours and Skanse's watch looks great!

Both of ours are blue.

V25V · 14 August 2020, 03:41 AM

Another today in different light:

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Token74 · 14 August 2020, 03:58 AM

15300 today...

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Skanse · 14 August 2020, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DMVRolex

Is that a blue dial or black? Can't really tell bc of the sunburst. Either way yours and Skanse's watch looks great!

Thank you it’s a lovely watch. Here’s another shot

jojosnr · 14 August 2020, 09:58 AM

I have same size wrist and flat profile. 15400 is the way to go. Picture can be misleading depending on the angle.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DMVRolex

Would love to hear everyone’s insight on this. Decided I’m ready to trade in my Sub 116613lb and upgrade to an AP RO. But I’m faced with the dilemma on whether a 41mm (15400) or 39mm (15300) would fit better on my wrist (6.75” with flat top). I’m pretty certain the majority will say the 39mm but wondering if I would regret getting the 41mm 15400 in blue dial since I can find a better deal on it, despite paying a premium for it. I was able to try on the 15500 and 15450 at the AD Boutique. I felt the 37mm was too small on my wrist. Thoughts on if the 15400 blue dial would be a decision I may regret?
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Nauti · 14 August 2020, 10:48 PM

15300 is a lovely size, I thought the 15400/15500 too big for my 6.75 wrist
I also like the AP logo at 12 and the ivory date wheel

supernova · 15 August 2020, 12:13 AM

Think the 39mm size would suit most wrist sizes better, only problem is that the 15300 is starting to get along in age so harder to find a better example and serviced than 15400/15500.

Although personally I'm not a fan of the AP logo at 12, seems a bit elongated to me and also prefer the classic double stack. 15400 gets my vote!

8 August 2020, 10:34 PM	#1
DMVRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: VA Watch: AP \| Rolex Posts: 45	AP 15300 vs 15400 Would love to hear everyone’s insight on this. Decided I’m ready to trade in my Sub 116613lb and upgrade to an AP RO. But I’m faced with the dilemma on whether a 41mm (15400) or 39mm (15300) would fit better on my wrist (6.75” with flat top). I’m pretty certain the majority will say the 39mm but wondering if I would regret getting the 41mm 15400 in blue dial since I can find a better deal on it, despite paying a premium for it. I was able to try on the 15500 and 15450 at the AD Boutique. I felt the 37mm was too small on my wrist. Thoughts on if the 15400 blue dial would be a decision I may regret?

12 August 2020, 04:37 PM	#10
Superavengerlyons "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Justin Location: San Diego Watch: 15400ST+ 26401RO Posts: 101	I really enjoy the 41 15400 ruthenium. Sent from my SM-G988U using Tapatalk __________________ 26401RO + 15400 Ruthenium + 116613LB + 124060 + 126610LV

12 August 2020, 04:39 PM	#11
Superavengerlyons "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Justin Location: San Diego Watch: 15400ST+ 26401RO Posts: 101	More Sent from my SM-G988U using Tapatalk __________________ 26401RO + 15400 Ruthenium + 116613LB + 124060 + 126610LV

12 August 2020, 07:24 PM	#13
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,744	I’d go 15300. The 41mm will wear too big on you in my view. The black dial 15300 is fantastic as it has the sunburst dial. I have a blue dial 15450 but I prefer the black dial of my 15300. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

13 August 2020, 02:17 AM	#17
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,744	Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

9 August 2020, 11:52 PM	#2
Benzsiam 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Watch: Rolex/AP/PP/ALS Posts: 6,002	39mm is the best size for most people. With your wrist size 6.75" flat top, you can go for 41mm also. Between 15300st and 15400st blue dial at a good price, I would pick 15400st. It's a lot less problem with a brand new one than the old one. But if you compare with 39mm 15202st, definitely it would be the jumbo for sure.

10 August 2020, 01:47 AM	#3
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	If size is a priority I'd go for the 39mm and in black as the blue is a very dark navy, if blue is the priority then I'd go for the vibrant blue 41mm.

10 August 2020, 05:20 AM	#4
supernova "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Europe/Asia Watch: AP/Rolex Posts: 1,352	I think 41mm would suit your wrist better and also a newer watch will perform better and in better condition especially if you buy a 2018 one. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

10 August 2020, 10:19 PM	#5
DMVRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: VA Watch: AP \| Rolex Posts: 45	Appreciate the feedback everyone. So it sounds like the 41mm doesn’t look as big as I had questioned before. Also great point on the blue(navy) dual on the 15300 doesn’t pop as much as the 15400. So that right there should almost move the needle towards getting the 41mm.

11 August 2020, 11:05 AM	#7
DMVRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: VA Watch: AP \| Rolex Posts: 45	Opinions on dial color options on the 15400 if the blue becomes too difficult to obtain? I’m torn between the grey and black. But I also like the white ��*♂️

12 August 2020, 06:55 AM	#8
Benzsiam 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Watch: Rolex/AP/PP/ALS Posts: 6,002	All dial colors are beautiful, blue is the most popular and very hard to get. If you want certain color only, you might have to wait long. If you like all colors, you might get it faster.

12 August 2020, 07:00 AM	#9
Horologistas "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Colombia Posts: 1	Went through a very similar process a couple of years back. Personally couldn't get comfortable with how the 41mm looked on my wrist (similar size to yours) and the 37mm looked too small. Ended with a 39mm 26120 and I love it. That said, the 41mm in your pic looks way better on you that it ever did on me.

12 August 2020, 05:13 PM	#12
watchthisway "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Real Name: JC Location: Los Angeles Watch: too many Posts: 66	i have a 15300 blue and love it. i have a 7" wrist and think it fits perfectly. and i love the color of the blue. note that i have also owned a 15400 and 15500. as well as the 15202. personally i thought the 15400 and 15500 were too big for me. the 39mm is perfect.

12 August 2020, 10:23 PM	#14
V25V 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA Posts: 4,406	I have a 7" wrist, had the 15400 and found it too large. Went to the 15300 and never looked back on that decision. I happen to love the smokey blue of the 15300 as well, as opposed to the more vibrant.

12 August 2020, 11:22 PM	#15
DMVRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: VA Watch: AP \| Rolex Posts: 45	For those with a 15300, do you mind sharing wrist shots so I can gauge how it looks like with your wrist size?

13 August 2020, 03:17 AM	#19
Horsin’ Around "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Northeast Posts: 112	I have a 7.25 inch wrist and it fits beautifully. Sorry can’t post pictures yet. Haven’t reached 10 posts. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 August 2020, 12:35 AM	#20
drhk "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Europe Posts: 119	7.1 inch wrist with black 15300

14 August 2020, 12:39 AM	#21
V25V 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA Posts: 4,406	7" wrist, flat. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

14 August 2020, 02:09 AM	#22
Skanse "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Belgium Posts: 257	6,5” __________________ AP 15300ST - Rolex Daytona 116500LN - Tudor BB58 - IWC Portugieser chrono IW3714 - Breitling Colt 44

14 August 2020, 03:01 AM	#23
DMVRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: VA Watch: AP \| Rolex Posts: 45	Is that a blue dial or black? Can't really tell bc of the sunburst. Either way yours and Skanse's watch looks great!

14 August 2020, 03:41 AM	#25
V25V 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA Posts: 4,406	Another today in different light: Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

14 August 2020, 03:58 AM	#26
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,744	15300 today... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

14 August 2020, 10:48 PM	#29
Nauti "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: UK Posts: 140	15300 is a lovely size, I thought the 15400/15500 too big for my 6.75 wrist I also like the AP logo at 12 and the ivory date wheel

15 August 2020, 12:13 AM	#30
supernova "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Europe/Asia Watch: AP/Rolex Posts: 1,352	Think the 39mm size would suit most wrist sizes better, only problem is that the 15300 is starting to get along in age so harder to find a better example and serviced than 15400/15500. Although personally I'm not a fan of the AP logo at 12, seems a bit elongated to me and also prefer the classic double stack. 15400 gets my vote!

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