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Is a 46mm Watch Case Too Large for a 7-7.25 in Wrist?
Posted on 3/6/15 at 3:50 pm
Posted on 3/6/15 at 3:50 pm
Someone in another thread suggested the maratac pilot.
The large comes in 46mm with a L2L of 54mm and the mid is 39mm with unknown L2L. Would the 46mm version overpower someone with 7in wrists?
The large comes in 46mm with a L2L of 54mm and the mid is 39mm with unknown L2L. Would the 46mm version overpower someone with 7in wrists?
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Posted on 3/6/15 at 4:01 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
Nah, I think it's too big actually. I now remember wanting to get one a few years back and deciding against it because it looked huge on my 7" wrist. I wont wear anything over a 45 anymore.
This post was edited on 3/6/15 at 4:51 pm
Posted on 3/6/15 at 4:04 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
I would get the larger watch for sure but that is just my personal preference
Posted on 3/6/15 at 4:26 pm to lsu480
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I would get the larger watch for sure but that is just my personal preference
Yeah I'm leaning that way but don't want to look like a rapper or Michael Kors idiot.
Posted on 3/6/15 at 4:30 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
I generally consider anything over 42-43 too large for most wrists. I don't think this supersized watch trend is going to last. My largest is 42 (Omega Speedy Pro) and fits just right. If your father/uncles/grandfathers etc. have a watch made before the 1980s, compare those sizes with sizes today. It's getting ridiculous.
(I have seen some beautiful 45-46mm watches, though.)
(I have seen some beautiful 45-46mm watches, though.)
Posted on 3/6/15 at 4:37 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
I have about 7 5/8 inch wrists and I own the Maratac Mid Pilot. It wears bigger than a typical 39 mm watch due to the lug to lug length and case thickness. I think the 46 mm would look too big on 7 inch wrists.
Posted on 3/6/15 at 4:42 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
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Yeah I'm leaning that way but don't want to look like a rapper or Michael Kors idiot.
You wont, its not THAT big!
ETA: Actually I think I might be wrong. I found this image of a 46mm on a 7 inch wrist, go smaller unless you are only going to be wearing with long sleeves.
This post was edited on 3/6/15 at 4:49 pm
Posted on 3/6/15 at 5:01 pm to lsu480
The OP's link to an image shows a 6.5" wrist, not 7". The person who posted that picture in a different forum even said so (scroll to middle of page 1 in this link): https://forums.watchuseek.com/f71/maratac-46mm-pilot-what-does-look-like-small-wrists-761404.html
I would go with 46mm case as larger is more popular lately. Of course, no one cares but you what you have on your wrist, but a 46mm watch on 7" will look just right. The lack of a bezel coupled with a larger dial face makes it look bigger than it really is.
I would go with 46mm case as larger is more popular lately. Of course, no one cares but you what you have on your wrist, but a 46mm watch on 7" will look just right. The lack of a bezel coupled with a larger dial face makes it look bigger than it really is.
This post was edited on 3/6/15 at 5:10 pm
Posted on 3/6/15 at 5:10 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
I think it's pushing it, but it can be done. I wear an Oris Diver Date TT1 regularly, and that's a 44mm. My wrists are just at 7.25". I'm completely used to it and think it looks normal now, but it does make my other watches feel small after I wear it regularly. My rule of thumb is if the lugs hang over the sides of your wrist, causing the strap to sit vertically, it's too big.
Posted on 3/6/15 at 5:18 pm to tLSU
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My rule of thumb is if the lugs hang over the sides of your wrist, causing the strap to sit vertically, it's too big.
My wrists are very flat on top and not thick in terms of roundness. I used a clothing tape and measured the top of my wrist to be about 65mm. So I think maybe a 54mm L2L will seem Okay and the lugs won't hang over?
Posted on 3/6/15 at 5:20 pm to YeOle
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I have about 7 5/8 inch wrists and I own the Maratac Mid Pilot. It wears bigger than a typical 39 mm watch due to the lug to lug length and case thickness. I think the 46 mm would look too big on 7 inch wrists.
Can you take a pic of the mid on your wrist?
Posted on 3/6/15 at 5:21 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
39 is too small and 46 is too large.
Posted on 3/6/15 at 5:22 pm to lsu480
That's the first time I've laughed all day, that photo...
Yea, I have a 7" wrist and 40mm is perfect for me. My watch has a huge dial for 40 though, so it looks big. I'd go up to 42 at most. 40 is large, historically speaking, for a watch.
Yea, I have a 7" wrist and 40mm is perfect for me. My watch has a huge dial for 40 though, so it looks big. I'd go up to 42 at most. 40 is large, historically speaking, for a watch.
This post was edited on 3/6/15 at 5:26 pm
Posted on 3/6/15 at 5:23 pm to Gaston
yes, that looks silly.
Posted on 3/6/15 at 5:29 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
Posted on 3/6/15 at 5:30 pm to Navytiger74
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My largest is 42 (Omega Speedy Pro)
Coolest watch made and the perfect size for anyone.
Posted on 3/6/15 at 5:34 pm to Tbobby
Automatic 42mm B from Laco. 300 Euro. Nutty, orange with crazy markers.
Posted on 3/6/15 at 5:49 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
I have a 46mm and it's big, but still good. I use to have a 53mm UBoat and it was obnoxious on my wrist. I'm not a big guy, but i have wide bulky wrists.
I don recommend anything larger than 46-48 to anyone.
I don recommend anything larger than 46-48 to anyone.
Posted on 3/6/15 at 6:02 pm to Gaston
Laco 's are sweet however I don't have the disposable dough to put down 500 Euro on it.
Posted on 3/6/15 at 6:05 pm to TigerHam85
Not sure what size my wrist is but I have skinny arms. This is the 37mm Seiko 5 on my arm
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