This is exactly my experience. Traded a 44 for a 45 today and the difference was barely noticeable.
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I tried the S7 watches in person today & I am worried...
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The ideal watch size (in mm) is 2.3 * wrist size (in cm).
So if your wrist size is closer to 19.5 cm, get the 45 mm model. If your wrist size is closer to 17.8 cm, get the 41 mm model.
It‘s that simple.
So if your wrist size is closer to 19.5 cm, get the 45 mm model. If your wrist size is closer to 17.8 cm, get the 41 mm model.
It‘s that simple.
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I changed my original comment to almost the same size. The difference is barely noticeable.
This was my concern as previous to 38mm I had the larger size of series 0… the 41mm fits ok. Still getting used to slightly larger on my wrist. Ironically I love the pro max and it’s what I’m currently using. The 41mm though is a bit big for my wrist. Can barely see the straps… 🥲
I guess all the folks talking about "large watches look tacky" are the same folks saying iPhone 4 was ideal and that the Plus phones looked like an iPad. Fast forward a few years and everyone walks around with Pro Max that's almost the size of an iPad Mini.
My wrist is 165mm, with the above formula I should have the 38mm model LOL. I currently have the 44mm and will likely get the 45mm today.
My wrist is 165mm, with the above formula I should have the 38mm model LOL. I currently have the 44mm and will likely get the 45mm today.
I plan on switching from my aw6 in size 40mm to an aw7 in size 45mm. Good thing is the smaller bands can easily be worn on the bigger watch. But I had the same worries as you have now when I ordered. So I ordered two watches, 41mm and 45mm, to try them out. Maybe the bigger screen is so good that I will stick to the smaller watch.
This is the S7 41 mm on my 17 mm wrist.
EDIT: 17 cm, obviously 😄
EDIT: 17 cm, obviously 😄
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In your opinion of course …….
It’s really no difference to fashion sense …. Your style is probably not my style ….. but it doesn’t necessarily make one or the other ‘tacky’
It’s very unclear what you are showing photos of …… you are not showing your S6 against S7 ? The case sizes are the same on S6 and S7 but the display is bigger ….. you have a side by side of 2 different cases ….. are you sure your S6 is 44 ?
Same here, only ever worn the 38mm and 40mm watches as anything bigger looks ridiculous on my wrists. I think pushing the size an extra couple of mm will be an unwelcome change. The watch in the OP looks far too big on the wrist in the photos in my opinion. Definitely should be going for the smaller of the two.
The other aspect that can affect the appearance of an AW is the choice of band ….. in my view the sport bands make the whole setup look visually different as they protrude a little top and bottom ….. the softer bands fit more snug and tidy the look … just my opinion
I’ve always had the 38mm (and related) since the s0, but I’ve got a 45mm coming today. I’m probably a size 3/4 on the sizing guide but I’m fed up of the battery life in particular. I also use a fenix 6s pro which is pretty big and I managed to,sleep,with that ok.
we’ll see; I’m going at it with an open mind…
we’ll see; I’m going at it with an open mind…
Thanks for sharing this, I also was worried and couldn’t decide between the two sizes. 45mm is definitely too big for my wrist…!
Then again, not saying everyone should go with the 41mm. Anyways thanks for sharing you helped me big time!
Cheers,
I couldn’t go up in size for visual reasons on my wrists but I’ve also got around 10 sport bands for the smaller size. To replace them would cost hundreds. Did you not have that issue?
I would that is spot on. My wrist is 17.5cm and the 40/41mm fits with wrist showing too and bottom. If I went bigger, then it would just be a screen dominating the entire top side of my wrist.
I would say it comes down to personal choice ……. “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder” …..
You’re probably right and I come from a mechanical past so my tastes are perhaps more traditional than some. Big watches have never been my preference.
I would say that you may be correct from the second sentence onward... But you need to reread the post I replied to.
Me too (mechanical past) and I don’t like oversize pieces that seem to be quite fashionable but each to their own.
the larger size AW is fine for me although the smaller case also looks OK ….. my choice more comes down to my eyesight not being as good as it once was and the larger screen is better for me in that regard.
Wrist circumference is important for the bands. But for the right watch size it is more important how wide your wrist is at the top.
If I were in your shoes, and already have a vast band collection for the larger sized watch, I'd try the 45mm Series 7 and give it a week before deciding. You might just get used to the bigger screen size/ or love it. 
This is why it took me forever to try the AW. My first and only is the Series 6 in aluminum gold. I went basic because I'm afraid of these types of issues and the fact that technology goes away really fast so I stuck it out with my traditional watches.
Imagine if you had a vast collection of Hermes bands! What would happen if your size phases out one day and you're left with all these hyper expensive bands?
This is why it took me forever to try the AW. My first and only is the Series 6 in aluminum gold. I went basic because I'm afraid of these types of issues and the fact that technology goes away really fast so I stuck it out with my traditional watches.
Imagine if you had a vast collection of Hermes bands! What would happen if your size phases out one day and you're left with all these hyper expensive bands?
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The morning after.
I can’t tell my series 7 apart from the series 6 at all. The screen may technically be bigger, but it’s imperceptible to me. I can’t tell that the case is larger; it doesn’t look or feel heavier or thicker.
To be honest, I’m kinda disappointed. I had hoped that UI elements would be increased in size enough to help my poor vision. The only difference so far is improved battery life; it only drained 5% in 8hr overnight. However, I attribute that to having a new battery as my series 6 was down to 91% battery capacity.
I can’t tell my series 7 apart from the series 6 at all. The screen may technically be bigger, but it’s imperceptible to me. I can’t tell that the case is larger; it doesn’t look or feel heavier or thicker.
To be honest, I’m kinda disappointed. I had hoped that UI elements would be increased in size enough to help my poor vision. The only difference so far is improved battery life; it only drained 5% in 8hr overnight. However, I attribute that to having a new battery as my series 6 was down to 91% battery capacity.
I highly recommend to use a non-black watch face with the 7. Then it's very obvious to me. When using a black watch face they look identical to me.
I've never ever used non-black watch faces before due to the big ass bezels, but now they look gorgeous with the thinner bezel.