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astnph

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Jan 29, 2022
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Hi, I’m about to get my first Apple Watch, but I’m considering the 41mm and 45mm Series 9 even after tried wearing both in the store.

So, I’m here to ask if anyone have the same wrist size of mine - 6inch/153mm (men), which size do you have or prefer, should I go with the 41mm for more comfortable daily using or the 45mm for “manly” feeling.

Thanks.
 
I think it comes down to what you think you'll use more so you get your money's worth. If you personally find the 41mm far more physically comfortable and something you'd be more inclined to wear and get the most use out of, I'd suggest going with that.

My wrists are larger than yours so the 45mm was an easy choice for my Series watches, but I think other considerations aside from wrist size are worth mulling. The larger battery and increased screen/touch area come to mind. Those give me more use cases, personally. However, if you find the larger size uncomfortable to wear and you think you'd get less use out of it because of that, then it's not worth it.
 
I don't know what is wrong with you to want a 'manly' feeling, go for what feels most comfortable. For what it's worth as things like this seem important to you, I think the 41mm looks best on a bloke because it looks less like a bit of tech and more like an actual watch. For all the benefits a bigger screen brings, the 45mm is less classy looking and the Ultra flat out unappealing - not that anybody would be buying that version of the watch for its looks of course.

SS 41mm (with silver  link bracelet if you really want to impress) is the best looking Apple Watch by a mile.
 
I have a similar size . I went with the blue 7 45 for a year , recently changed it as advised above to steel 8 41 with a Milan loop . I am very pleased to look harmonious and neat . The screen and battery suit me
 
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my wrist is 6.25 inch approx.. I bought 41mm series 9. this is my first Apple Watch ..

I bought it mainly for health purpose.. all notifications on my watch are off.. the smaller case is light weight & I am able to wear it while sleeping..

consider sports loop with the watch.. its more comfortable than the silicone strap..
 
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My Apple Watch has just arrived, and the 41mm is indeed a good choice, thanks everyone!
 
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