Guess I can't buy one....

[Jman13]

Because Apple isn't making a single watch that will even fit my wrist. I'm a big guy, no doubt. I've got quite a bit of muscle, and then I'm a bit overweight on top of that muscle, but still: my wrist is 223mm in the spot where I'd wear a watch. It's 203mm at the narrowest point right at the joint, so, technically I could get one on my wrist. However, being right at the joint, it'd be incredibly uncomfortable to wear when doing anything except letting my arm hang straight. When I wear a watch, I always put the edge of the face at the joint so that when I bend my wrists it doesn't dig into the watch.

Why such restricted sizing on these bands?

 

[JayLenochiniMac]

It remains to be seen whether Apple will make available an XL size that you can special order.

Perhaps you can search ebay for people who'll offload their extra link pieces from the Link Bracelet?

Worse case scenario: Buy an extra Link Bracelet and use the links from that.

 

[HerdJC]

I have the same issue as I've measured my wrist at 220 mm. I've found a couple of different kickstarter ideas though that may solve issues for folks like us. The one I like the best is Click which lets you use a regular watch band. I'm hoping they don't get shut down by Apple.

 

[bigjnyc]

I'm sure there will be an insane amount of aftermarket bracelets in all shapes and sizes whether Apple allows them or not.

 

[bbeagle]

Why such restricted sizing on these bands?

It's fashion.

Try to find any fashion clothes that are made for someone bigger than a size 6. Even though > size 6 is the majority of the population.

 

[mattopotamus]

use the pocket watch version

 

[Arran]

use the pocket watch version

You mean the iPhone?

Probably going that route myself: No additional cost and one less thing to charge.

 

[mattopotamus]

You mean the iPhone?

One less thing to charge.

of course

 

[Runt888]

It remains to be seen whether Apple will make available an XL size that you can special order.

Perhaps you can search ebay for people who'll offload their extra link pieces from the Link Bracelet?

Worse case scenario: Buy an extra Link Bracelet and use the links from that.

I wouldn't count on being able to link in extra pieces - they said that each link was differently sized.

 

[Arran]

I wouldn't count on being able to link in extra pieces - they said that each link was differently sized.

On most good watches they're usually the same width near the clasp - so you can take some out to reduce the diameter.

If Apple are serious about doing the premium watch thing properly they'll sell spare links.

 

[siurpeeman]

I wouldn't count on being able to link in extra pieces - they said that each link was differently sized.

well around the clasp, the links need to be sized the same to allow for links to be removed.

 

[Runt888]

well around the clasp, the links need to be sized the same to allow for links to be removed.

Unless they're numbered or have some other indication as to what order they go in. Probably more trouble than it's worth...

 

[troop231]

Look on eBay for spare links once people start getting their Watches.

 

[JayLenochiniMac]

I wouldn't count on being able to link in extra pieces - they said that each link was differently sized.

Pretty sure they're progressively sized up to the adjustment pieces. There's a video showing an employee removing the links, mixing them up, then re-attaching them.

 

[jmrdmd]

I'm a nine incher...wrist that is. I'm crazy enough to buy an extra band for the links but I don't see the black link offered for sale on the website.

 

[JayLenochiniMac]

I'm a nine incher...wrist that is. I'm crazy enough to buy an extra band for the links but I don't see the black link offered for sale on the website.

Unfortunately, they seem to be upselling the Space Black and are only making the standard SS bracelet available for purchase separately.

 

[Defender2010]

Unfortunately, they seem to be upselling the Space Black and are only making the standard SS bracelet available for purchase separately.

I think upselling is the incorrect term.

 

[lke]

You will find a strap for your wrist

http://9to5mac.com/2015/03/10/apple-watch-third-party-bands/

 

[technosix]

Look on eBay for spare links once people start getting their Watches.

Sage advice...

 

[JFazYankees]

Just wait for 3rd party bands.

 

[JayLenochiniMac]

I think upselling is the incorrect term.

You're probably right. Either way, they're forcing people to get the most expensive band if they want the Space Black.

 

[troop231]

You're probably right. Either way, they're forcing people to get the most expensive band if they want the Space Gray.

Space Gray or Space Black? Oh the confusion lol.

 

[JayLenochiniMac]

Space Gray or Space Black? Oh the confusion lol.

Fixed. Had a brain fart.

 

[Night Spring]

I think I may have the opposite problem from the OP. I have very slender wrists and I was just trying out the cutouts with the various bands, and I'm afraid that even the smaller watch with the smallest band I could find (classic buckle) might be too big for me.

 

[Phightinphils]

Because Apple isn't making a single watch that will even fit my wrist. I'm a big guy, no doubt. I've got quite a bit of muscle, and then I'm a bit overweight on top of that muscle, but still: my wrist is 223mm in the spot where I'd wear a watch. It's 203mm at the narrowest point right at the joint, so, technically I could get one on my wrist. However, being right at the joint, it'd be incredibly uncomfortable to wear when doing anything except letting my arm hang straight. When I wear a watch, I always put the edge of the face at the joint so that when I bend my wrists it doesn't dig into the watch.

Why such restricted sizing on these bands?

I can guarantee you that 3rd party XL straps will made. Don't let that keep you from getting it!