AP vs Wrist

[Token74]

I see so many posts on here about whether a watch is too big or too small for people, I thought I’d have my say!

First, with AP it’s really important to recognise that the Royal Oak wears larger than its diameter. To my eye, the 15450 wears more like a 39mm (i.e. a steel Daytona) and the 15300 wears more like a 40mm (i.e. 6-digit GMT).

Second, we are all very different in size, so ignore the stigma that goes with watch size, and get the one that suits your physique. A guy with 8” wrists is going to suit a different size to a guy with 6” wrists. You can bemoan your wrist size all you like, but this surely isn’t up for debate. Some of the big young fellas in my village wear muscle vests and it suits them, I’d look ridiculous in them so i don’t wear them and I don’t need a forum to point this out to me!

Third, not all watches wear the same. A 41mm Royal Oak looks like a clock on my wrist. Whereas a 41mm Code wears really well on my wrist. Don’t be a slave to numbers. Even dial colour makes a big difference. My silver dial 15450 wears larger than my blue dial.

Fourth, not all occasions and personal styles are equal. My 15450s are a perfect fit for me for smart wear, whereas the size of my 15300 suits a more casual look. My 42mm Offshores are clearly too big for my wrist, but I see them as fun watches and i love them so much I don’t care how they look on me. And hey, I wear s muscle vest in the garden and on the beach, so everything has a place. And of course our styles are different. Some guys are cool enough to pull off a watch that is too large for them, but most of us are not!

Fifth, when people ask if a watch is too big for them, they know the answer, or they wouldn’t be asking! They just don’t want to accept the answer. Again, get over the stigma. How come we see loads of posts asking if a 15450 is too small for someone with a 6.5” wrist, but never see posts asking if a 15202 is too small for an 8.5” wrist?! And how come folk advise the 6.5” wrists to get a 15500 instead of the 15450, but don’t tell the 8.5” wrists to forget Royal Oak because they don’t make them big enough?? Because it’s about stigma of numbers!

Not sure of the value of this post, but i just needed to get it off my chest!!


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[mnl]

thank you!! i agree 100%, hit the nail on the head

[fullofboats]

Well said. So sick of all the inane comments about smaller watch sizes. The jumbo is called the jumbo because 39mm back in 1972 was ridiculously large. Watches are a fashion item and fashion varies person to person and changes with time. It has nothing to do with gender. Equivalent to how fitted a person wants their trousers. Wear what you think looks good on you.

[GS93108]

The whole size debate has to be personal preference. Watches have become stupidly big. I remember my first Rolex Sub, having come from an Ebel 1911, the sub seemed HUGE, but today the sub seems tiny compared to my ROO.

Last year I met a lady wearing a 42mm diver, she rocked it. She had an extra hole punched in the strap, but nevertheless it just worked for her.

To me, regardless of size, the whole AP range is genderless, whether that’s 34 or 44. There are of course certain pieces that are clearly female focused, but that’s more because of the jewels etc.

I’m happy with my masculinity and have no issues with my ROO. Doesn’t it look small? NOT

[Token74]

Originally Posted by GS93108

The whole size debate has to be personal preference. Watches have become stupidly big. I remember my first Rolex Sub, having come from an Ebel 1911, the sub seemed HUGE, but today the sub seems tiny compared to my ROO.

Last year I met a lady wearing a 42mm diver, she rocked it. She had an extra hole punched in the strap, but nevertheless it just worked for her.

To me, regardless of size, the whole AP range is genderless, whether that’s 34 or 44. There are of course certain pieces that are clearly female focused, but that’s more because of the jewels etc.

I’m happy with my masculinity and have no issues with my ROO. Doesn’t it look small? NOT

Next golf event, that’s what your wearing!!!


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[GS93108]

Originally Posted by Token74

Next golf event, that’s what your wearing!!!


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Nope.

When I golf, I go full ‘cool’ mode, so it’ll be on a white strap, which is a colour that only some of us can pull off.

[Token74]

Originally Posted by GS93108

Nope.

When I golf, I go full ‘cool’ mode, so it’ll be on a white strap, which is a colour that only some of us can pull off.

Ah, didn’t realise we had to match strap colour to our hair colour!


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[GS93108]

Originally Posted by Token74

Ah, didn’t realise we had to match strap colour to our hair colour!


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Just wait, ‘wraith’ is a look that will catch on...

[Token74]

Originally Posted by GS93108

Just wait, ‘wraith’ is a look that will catch on...

Haha, if matching straps to hair, I will have to go with a pocket watch!!


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[sgwatchguy]

Originally Posted by Token74

I see so many posts on here about whether a watch is too big or too small for people, I thought I’d have my say!

First, with AP it’s really important to recognise that the Royal Oak wears larger than its diameter. To my eye, the 15450 wears more like a 39mm (i.e. a steel Daytona) and the 15300 wears more like a 40mm (i.e. 6-digit GMT).

Second, we are all very different in size, so ignore the stigma that goes with watch size, and get the one that suits your physique. A guy with 8” wrists is going to suit a different size to a guy with 6” wrists. You can bemoan your wrist size all you like, but this surely isn’t up for debate. Some of the big young fellas in my village wear muscle vests and it suits them, I’d look ridiculous in them so i don’t wear them and I don’t need a forum to point this out to me!

Third, not all watches wear the same. A 41mm Royal Oak looks like a clock on my wrist. Whereas a 41mm Code wears really well on my wrist. Don’t be a slave to numbers. Even dial colour makes a big difference. My silver dial 15450 wears larger than my blue dial.

Fourth, not all occasions and personal styles are equal. My 15450s are a perfect fit for me for smart wear, whereas the size of my 15300 suits a more casual look. My 42mm Offshores are clearly too big for my wrist, but I see them as fun watches and i love them so much I don’t care how they look on me. And hey, I wear s muscle vest in the garden and on the beach, so everything has a place. And of course our styles are different. Some guys are cool enough to pull off a watch that is too large for them, but most of us are not!

Fifth, when people ask if a watch is too big for them, they know the answer, or they wouldn’t be asking! They just don’t want to accept the answer. Again, get over the stigma. How come we see loads of posts asking if a 15450 is too small for someone with a 6.5” wrist, but never see posts asking if a 15202 is too small for an 8.5” wrist?! And how come folk advise the 6.5” wrists to get a 15500 instead of the 15450, but don’t tell the 8.5” wrists to forget Royal Oak because they don’t make them big enough?? Because it’s about stigma of numbers!

Not sure of the value of this post, but i just needed to get it off my chest!!


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Well said, Vince! Couldn’t agree more.

[AshAP]

It’s like our friend Chris with his 44mm summer edition, a big watch made even louder by being full gold. The numbers says it shouldn’t work on his wrist but no one pulls off that watch better than Chris.


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[P2725TMB]

Thanks, Ash! Funnily enough I was just going to post this:

Personally I think within reason there is no right nor wrong, it’s what you prefer. I like big watches and dislike smaller ones, even though my wrists aren’t very big. My favourite watch design is the ROO 44, which I know technically is too big, but it doesn’t stop me wearing them and I think I (just) get away with it – at least I’ve been told so! That said if AP produced a scaled down version of the 44 with same pusher design etc in 42 it would be perfect for me – big and bold, but not over so.

It’s often been said, but if the watch case lugs are wider than one’s wrist it’s likely a giveaway that a watch is too big and starts to look silly.

[Token74]

Originally Posted by AshAP

It’s like our friend Chris with his 44mm summer edition, a big watch made even louder by being full gold. The numbers says it shouldn’t work on his wrist but no one pulls off that watch better than Chris.


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Such an epic watch, despite its chequered history!!


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[Token74]

Originally Posted by P2725TMB

Thanks, Ash! Funnily enough I was just going to post this:

Personally I think within reason there is no right nor wrong, it’s what you prefer. I like big watches and dislike smaller ones, even though my wrists aren’t very big. My favourite watch design is the ROO 44, which I know technically is too big, but it doesn’t stop me wearing them and I think I (just) get away with it – at least I’ve been told so! That said if AP produced a scaled down version of the 44 with same pusher design etc in 42 it would be perfect for me – big and bold, but not over so.

It’s often been said, but if the watch case lugs are wider than one’s wrist it’s likely a giveaway that a watch is too big and starts to look silly.

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[Vivalas]

Yep agree, especially people asking about the size - people know deep down already!

I know what I can and can’t wear based on what I feel comfortable/happy with. Not concerned what others think, apart from my wife who thinks I alway need bigger watches! The smallest for me is a Daytona and ideally I’d prefer it to be a tad larger. Ive had a 44mm PAM before and felt fine with that.

I’m looking at gold watches at the moment and the Rolex AD let me know what he had available. First offering was a DD36 which I just said no to. Far too small for me. I think I’ve I’ve settled on a 41mm which seems to be my sweet spot. My 15500 is the perfect fit for me above all my watches.

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Originally Posted by Token74

Haha, if matching straps to hair, I will have to go with a pocket watch!!


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Fell out of bed laughing so hard!

What made it worse is that I was just looking at a 1960s IWC pocket watch used in German Navy submarines.

[P2725TMB]

Originally Posted by Token74

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Thanks, Vince. I tried that watch at SIHH when it was first revealed, but not for me, as I don't like the design and the pushers. What I'd really like is literally a scaled down version of the 44, it's as simple as that. I think the ROO 44 is one of the most beautiful designs AP have created.

[AshAP]

My wrist, 39mm & 41mm Royal Oaks through to 42mm & 44mm Offshores + a Concept.










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[Vivalas]

Wow

Originally Posted by AshAP

My wrist, 39mm & 41mm Royal Oaks through to 42mm & 44mm Offshores + a Concept.










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[Burlington]

Totally right

The other factor beyond wrist size, which I think is equally, if not more important is overall arm / body size

A larger watch on a smaller wrist can look totally in proportion as a whole when viewed outside of a wrilfie (wrist-selfie) when commensurate with ones full body size overall.

[Reign]

Final point to add is look at yourself with the watch on in front of a mirror - head on it always seems larger but it may likely wear better in a mirror and consequently how it looks on you

[Token74]

Originally Posted by P2725TMB

Thanks, Vince. I tried that watch at SIHH when it was first revealed, but not for me, as I don't like the design and the pushers. What I'd really like is literally a scaled down version of the 44, it's as simple as that. I think the ROO 44 is one of the most beautiful designs AP have created.

Feels like it’s just a matter of time before you get your wish


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[Token74]

Originally Posted by AshAP

My wrist, 39mm & 41mm Royal Oaks through to 42mm & 44mm Offshores + a Concept.










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Bravo Ash, Bravo


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[Token74]

Originally Posted by AshAP

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Agree old question, what’s your wrist size Ash? That concept looks so much better on you than other pictures I’ve seen on folk, where it gives the impression of being huge.


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[AshAP]

Thanks Vince I’ve always liked the Concept range, maybe one day I’ll get one. My wrist size is about 7.15 - 7.25”.


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[Token74]

Originally Posted by AshAP

Thanks Vince I’ve always liked the Concept range, maybe one day I’ll get one. My wrist size is about 7.15 - 7.25”.


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Looks perfect. Luckily it’s too big for me, so i don’t have to worry about sourcing one, or trying to fund one for that matter!!


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[supernova]

Whether a watch is too big or small is relative to every person and every person will have their own views on it. If someone is posting for suggestions on a forum, your always going to get a range of suggestions based on everyone own perception and preference.

My personal understanding of Royal Oaks are that they are designed to wear larger and also look better and more sporty. Hence why I always say the 15450 is better suited to much smaller wrists, also why I choose the 15500 over it even on my smallish 6.3 inch wrists.

Always best to try on in person and decide yourselves! Agree with OP that if you need to ask if a watch is too small or too big, then the wearer already sees it and knows the answer.


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[RolexZen]

What is a muscle vest?

[P2725TMB]

Originally Posted by Token74

Feels like it’s just a matter of time before you get your wish


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I'm getting that impression. About time - I've been banging on about it long enough to Mr Compton! It's just my opinion but I reckon a slightly smaller version of the ROO 44 would see a healthy uptake. They need to keep the pushers to this style, though, as squared off or 'stick' won't cut it.