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Men with a 38mm watch

slicecom said:
Here's the 38mm on my 180mm wrist. I bought both sizes, but sold the 42mm to my friend because I preferred the look of the smaller one. Image
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I like the white band so much better than I thought I would. I felt the same way about it during my try on.
 

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This the way I see it
You don't want your whole wrist covered with just the watch face.
The watch face should be central to the wrist with bands showing on either side
For most people the 42mm is too big
 
mariotr87 said:
I ordered a 38mm and received it on Friday. I was initially a bit concerned about the size, thinking I might have gotten it wrong (mostly due to the smaller screen size and possibly battery, but also because of aesthetics), however as days went by I realized just how comfortable and somehow subtle it is when compared to other smartwatches I've seen around. It's not a gadget, it's more of a watch (sure, there are watches out there way bigger than 42mm, but you get the point...).

Today, I'm basically struggling to see the real value in getting the bigger version. I mean, is it bigger really better for something you have stuck to your wrist all day? Battery life differences aside (which are anyway not clear at this point), both watches are just perfectly usable and navigable, there is no problem whatsoever with the smaller screen. Checking notifications, sending messages, doing workouts, etc, are things that don't really require any additional real estate.

I have to say I'm not a big guy by any means, my wrists are about 55-60mm in width, and I have rather thin fingers too. I could see someone not feeling comfortable with the 38mm one, but I think a huge amount of people are getting the 42mm version just for the sake of getting the biggest one possible.

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I thought the same exact thing when I opened my 38 space grey. Then after a day of use and the more I looked at it, I realized that the screen was just right for me. Ive had no problem with any of the things you do on it. And it does looks more like a normal watch.
 
dmonnin said:
I thought the same exact thing when I opened my 38 space grey. Then after a day of use and the more I looked at it, I realized that the screen was just right for me. Ive had no problem with any of the things you do on it. And it does looks more like a normal watch.
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Or, is it really just cognitive dissonance? :) either way, as long as you're happy it's cool.
 
frumpy16 said:
Or, is it really just cognitive dissonance? :) either way, as long as you're happy it's cool.[

You were right. I just ordered a 42 SS with sport band. Since I'm 6ft 180 athletic build, the more I looked at the 38 on my wrist the more it looked awkward to me. Nobody on this thread get me wrong, the 38 no doubt works for ppl. But I couldn't justify keeping something this pricey for over a year that I wear everyday to not be happy with.
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I brought the Apple Watch Sport 38mm. My wrist is 155mm, but the Watch fits well.
 

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38mm SS 175mm wrists.

i feel like this is too small. I'll try it for a week and see how i feel.

i can't bring myself to upgrade to the 42 SS, if this doesn't fit right, i'll go with a 42 Sport. Can't decide between space grey and silver though... tough call.
 

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ddkkpp said:
38mm SS 175mm wrists.

i feel like this is too small. I'll try it for a week and see how i feel.

i can't bring myself to upgrade to the 42 SS, if this doesn't fit right, i'll go with a 42 Sport. Can't decide between space grey and silver though... tough call.
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Maybe your wrist width is wider than others with 175mm wrists.
42mm will fit you with most bands. Keep in mind, that with a width of 175mm the 42mm sport band is maybe not a good fit. For the sport band you are good with your 38mm.
 
Mapple86 said:
Maybe your wrist width is wider than others with 175mm wrists.
42mm will fit you with most bands. Keep in mind, that with a width of 175mm the 42mm sport band is maybe not a good fit. For the sport band you are good with your 38mm.
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Ended up returning the 38mm SS and getting a 42mm Space Grey Sport. The sport band works well on two holes, the third and fourth (from tightest). I like the fit a lot better, but in hindsight, I think I could've lived with the 38mm. Instead I spent the difference on a leather loop band which I'm getting soon, hopefully it feels as good as the sports band!
 
Here is mine : 38mm SS with sport band.
Yea or nay for the 42mm??? BTW */- 160mm and 55mm
 

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My wrists seem to be smaller than I thought...

The 38mm on me:

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Didn't grab a pic of the 42 sport I had but it was too big.
 
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The thing about the 38, everyone of them looks perfect on nearly every wrist I see! I can't say the same about the 42. Not knocking the 42 by any means, I just prefer the subtle look of the 38,

#38FAN
 
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I booked a try-on specifically to see if I wanted the 38 or 42. I have quite small arms and wrists, I'm only 5"7' and relatively small built but with relatively normal size hands for a male.

Many "stylists" may disagree with my choice but I actually bought the 42. I felt that the 38 was a little more feminine (not to say that it is, many of them look great on men and women) and I just generally prefer the bigger screen.
 
I've had a hard time with the 38. I love the size of the watch, I didn't want a big watch. But I've had a problem with the bands seeming too skinny for me. I bought the watch with the black classic buckle, I like the strap, but not on me. Then I bought a black sport band, big improvement as its a bit wider. It's also very comfortable. Today I received a Hoco link band from Amazon ($40 and included lugs) I really like it. It's even wider than the sport band and much more chunky!

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Crazy Matt said:
I've had a hard time with the 38. I love the size of the watch, I didn't want a big watch. But I've had a problem with the bands seeming too skinny for me. I bought the watch with the black classic buckle, I like the strap, but not on me. Then I bought a black sport band, big improvement as its a bit wider. It's also very comfortable. Today I received a link band, I really like it. It's even wider than the sport band and much more chunky!

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I can't wait for my Hoco to arrive, looks great!
 
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