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First day with milanese loop

bounou

bounou

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So i got my watch at around noon and pretty much had it on for about 7 hours.

Something i found surprising is that the milanese loop started being fairly uncomfortable after 2-3 hours.

Felt tight and my skin was sensitive after wearing it.

Not going to return it or exchange it, i have a leather loop and sports band coming soon and i was never really planning to use the loop as my primary band but after my try on sessions the loop is the band i felt was the most comfortable so kind of surprised that it did not pan out the way I expected.

Other then that (and a few other things) I love this thing!
 
I'm having similar issues, wish I had the classic leather buckle now. I think it's going to be a case of fine tuning how far up the wrist to wear it comfortablly and how tight to adjust it. I am always worried its not tight enough to get a good hear rate sense so keep it fairly tight which doesn't allow my skin to breathe :eek:
 
I thought about it. The problem with these magnetic loops are that they are infinitely adjustable. When you are puting it on you'll have to size it a little bit loose. Probably a little more. Otherwise it will hurt.
 
On 4/10 I had ordered a 42mm SS Milanese right at 3:01am eastern with 4/24 shipping and on 4/12 I cancelled because of this concern. I ended up ordering a Link Bracelet 42mm SS on 4/18 with June ship. Sucks that I have to wait so long but I had a feeling I would have issues with that Milanese loop.
 
It's a shame Apple did not offer at least one stretchy bracelet for those you like those, and can fluctuate in size as your wrist does over time.
 
The leather loop band might be a good choice as it will give you the adjustability of the milanese, along with some additional flexibility due to the leather. I think it's a good second band for milanese owners.
 
bounou said:
So i got my watch at around noon and pretty much had it on for about 7 hours.

Something i found surprising is that the milanese loop started being fairly uncomfortable after 2-3 hours.

Felt tight and my skin was sensitive after wearing it.

Not going to return it or exchange it, i have a leather loop and sports band coming soon and i was never really planning to use the loop as my primary band but after my try on sessions the loop is the band i felt was the most comfortable so kind of surprised that it did not pan out the way I expected.

Other then that (and a few other things) I love this thing!
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Interesting. Your experience exactly mirrors mine. I originally was going to get the leather loop, but selected the milanese to get the watch faster. Tried the milanese at the store and loved it. But now that I have the watch, the band become a bit uncomfortable after a while. Perhaps too tight and I'll have to play with it.

Meanwhile, I was going to cancel the order I made for the leather loop. Now I'll keep it.

Other than that, which isn't a major issue, I love the watch.
 
I think Milanese Loop is going to be my first accessory purchase (unless a third party band comes out that I like better).

I have the blue sport band, and although I love the feel of it and the materials used, I am in between sizes! I've had this issue in the past with watches.

The holes watch companies use in their bands must be a universal measurement, lol.
 
Absolutely the same experience here. It becomes a little heavy and uncomfortable on the wrist after a few hours. But I expected it, and I intend to wear a sports strap during the day (when it arrives) and the Milanese in more formal settings. :)
 
Happily mine worked out great all day! 42mm SS. I'm still clumsy handling it on and off as the magnet is so strong. I fit it around the form in the box with opening at sensors to place charger. Just a little more muscle memory to work on.
 
CharlieBrandt09 said:
I think Milanese Loop is going to be my first accessory purchase (unless a third party band comes out that I like better).

I have the blue sport band, and although I love the feel of it and the materials used, I am in between sizes! I've had this issue in the past with watches.

The holes watch companies use in their bands must be a universal measurement, lol.
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I'm having the same problem with my SS with black sport band. I'm in between sizes and have to choose the tighter size. After several hours my wrist feels uncomfortable and a bit sweaty even though yesterday I didn't exert myself much after the watch arrived in the evening.

I was thinking of getting the Milanese loop or the classic band. Sigh... I'm going to have to go back for another try on appointment I guess.

I did notice during my last try on that the Sport did feel better on me with the Sport band. Helped that it was lighter than SS by far.
 
GrumpyMom said:
I'm having the same problem with my SS with black sport band. I'm in between sizes and have to choose the tighter size. After several hours my wrist feels uncomfortable and a bit sweaty even though yesterday I didn't exert myself much after the watch arrived in the evening.

I was thinking of getting the Milanese loop or the classic band. Sigh... I'm going to have to go back for another try on appointment I guess.

I did notice during my last try on that the Sport did feel better on me with the Sport band. Helped that it was lighter than SS by far.
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See that's the reason I posted at first, the milanese is super comfortable at first, so during your try on you will love it, it's later when you have been wearing it for a few hours.

Of course i am sure plenty of people will disagree with me, as in all things your mileage may vary lol
 
At least you guys have yours. Ordered mine on 4/10 at 2:05 cst and mine is still processing.
 
No disrespect nor insubordination intended, but to those who complain about the Milanese Loop feeling to tight after a while; you do remember that it is almost infinitely adjustable and it should only take 2 to 3 seconds to re-adjust it, right?

That is one of the main benefits of a infinitely adjustable anything.
 
kdog0126 said:
At least you guys have yours. Ordered mine on 4/10 at 2:05 cst and mine is still processing.
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I'm with you. All these people posting problems and complaints is getting discouraging. I just want mine already so I can see for myself.
 
Having the "shark mesh" on my Omega Seamster, I love the Milanese loop, that's actually what I got and preferred over the link. I may eventually get the link bracelet down the road as a accessory, but I love how the mesh design contours to your wrist.

Not exactly sure how you say the Milanese loop is too tight, when YOU are the one sizing it to your wrist with a ton of adjustability. To each their own I suppose.
 
zmunkz said:
I'm with you. All these people posting problems and complaints is getting discouraging. I just want mine already so I can see for myself.
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The watch itself is amazing. I'm just having trouble with my sport band. OP is having trouble with the Milanese. Not everyone will, we are all different. Don't worry about it.
 
I was torn about the Milanese band, but loving it more now wearing for a day. I was worried would look too formal at times.

I hate to admit but really like the white band as well----being a guy got bashed on that one at work. I did order another black sports band though
 
BillyTrimble said:
Interesting. Your experience exactly mirrors mine. I originally was going to get the leather loop, but selected the milanese to get the watch faster. Tried the milanese at the store and loved it. But now that I have the watch, the band become a bit uncomfortable after a while. Perhaps too tight and I'll have to play with it.

Meanwhile, I was going to cancel the order I made for the leather loop. Now I'll keep it.

Other than that, which isn't a major issue, I love the watch.
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I think the problem was that I made it too tight to be sure the taptic and heart monitor would work. I'm now wearing it more loosely. It feels better and the taptic and heart are fine.
 
I'm loving my milanese loop! The beauty of it is that it is almost infinitely adjustable. I only wore mine for about 6 hours last night after getting it but I did find it feeling a little tighter at one point. So I just adjusted it real quick. Today when I put it on I purposely didn't put it on as tight as yesterday, giving a little room for my wrist to expand and breathe. I also found it helps to just lift up on the watch after a couple hours so it doesn't "stick" to my skin.
 
Tom G. said:
No disrespect nor insubordination intended, but to those who complain about the Milanese Loop feeling to tight after a while; you do remember that it is almost infinitely adjustable and it should only take 2 to 3 seconds to re-adjust it, right?

That is one of the main benefits of a infinitely adjustable anything.
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Exactly. I found mine actually became MORE comfortable was the day went on, to the point where I barely noticed it. I wore it slightly loose, where there was still good contact with the back of the watch but I could easily slide a finger under it. When I went to the gym I tightened it up a bit just to make sure I was getting good contact. Then afterwards, I loosened it up just a fraction. I wore it from about 1:30 PM when I received it to about 1 AM when I went to bed!

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zmunkz said:
I'm with you. All these people posting problems and complaints is getting discouraging. I just want mine already so I can see for myself.
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Don't be discouraged! You will have it soon and you will love it!
 
greytmom said:
Exactly. I found mine actually became MORE comfortable was the day went on, to the point where I barely noticed it. I wore it slightly loose, where there was still good contact with the back of the watch but I could easily slide a finger under it. When I went to the gym I tightened it up a bit just to make sure I was getting good contact. Then afterwards, I loosened it up just a fraction. I wore it from about 1:30 PM when I received it to about 1 AM when I went to bed!

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Don't be discouraged! You will have it soon and you will love it!
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Shame on you for not wearing your new toy to bed. :) Just kidding. I don't wear my watch while sleeping either. Now that I've loosened the milanese, it continues to be very comfortable.
 
Love my Milanese Loop. First day, have been wearing it for over 9 hours and it has been extremely comfortable. So happy I went with it.
 
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