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Men with the 38
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Thanks! I guess I can cancel my backup 42mm SS now. Time to shop for bannnnds.
Cool, what kind of band did you get with it?
These are Madcold pictures, but this band is pretty amazing on the 38MM SS. I am going to order it from here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/HOCO-Stainl...0&var=&hash=item541f502c30&afsrc=1&rmvSB=true
They have the exact ones that ship from China, but the wait is around mid June. I'm impatient, and want it soon...so I'm going to pay the extra money to get it from here in the states.
I'm also planning to get some color bands, but not sure which one yet. I have a $100 budget for bands.
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Alright so I'm going to deviate into something that apparently no one else has given thought to:
Besides the obvious difference in size, does it not seem clear that the proportions of the two watches are different? They are both the same shape generally, but the 42mm (height) is 35.9mm wide, compared to the 38.6mm (height) which is 33.3mm wide. This difference in width seems very noticeable to me when just looking at the basic shape of the watch on someone's wrist.
It's definitely obvious that a 38.6mm may look small in comparison to one's wrist size, or vice versa, the 42.0mm, however I think the most obvious difference is that because of the smaller width, I find the 38mm watch to be more aesthetically pleasing (it almost seems less square/boxy). I happen to agree that some "men" who profess they like the 42mm on their 150mm wrists and think it's the "better" choice, simply looks like a huge slab of glass on their wrists, but I think the main difference at least at first glance is the shape/dimensions/form factor.
Thoughts?
*Also, for the math people, there is a difference in aspect ratio between the two; 0.862 (38mm) and 0.854 (42mm), and difference between height and width of 5.3mm and 6.1mm, for 38mm and 42mm sizes, respectively*
^ Idk if those calculations relate to actual nuances in visual appearance, but I figure someone smarter than me can chime in with more details.
Besides the obvious difference in size, does it not seem clear that the proportions of the two watches are different? They are both the same shape generally, but the 42mm (height) is 35.9mm wide, compared to the 38.6mm (height) which is 33.3mm wide. This difference in width seems very noticeable to me when just looking at the basic shape of the watch on someone's wrist.
It's definitely obvious that a 38.6mm may look small in comparison to one's wrist size, or vice versa, the 42.0mm, however I think the most obvious difference is that because of the smaller width, I find the 38mm watch to be more aesthetically pleasing (it almost seems less square/boxy). I happen to agree that some "men" who profess they like the 42mm on their 150mm wrists and think it's the "better" choice, simply looks like a huge slab of glass on their wrists, but I think the main difference at least at first glance is the shape/dimensions/form factor.
Thoughts?
*Also, for the math people, there is a difference in aspect ratio between the two; 0.862 (38mm) and 0.854 (42mm), and difference between height and width of 5.3mm and 6.1mm, for 38mm and 42mm sizes, respectively*
^ Idk if those calculations relate to actual nuances in visual appearance, but I figure someone smarter than me can chime in with more details.
Heh! I ordered the same hoco band from Amazon yesterday!! Lol
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I have noticed this! But I wasn't sure if it was photo imagery that was messing me up! Thanks for straightening that out!
I switched my 42mm SG to 38mm SG. Finally get it tomorrow. Switched for a couple of reasons. First, when I tried them on in the store the 42mm did seem big. Cool, but I've never been a fan of monster sized watches and the 42mm did seem to be creeping into that territory. Still took me a bit to cancel because of the increased battery life but I did finally cancel/change my order. Second, it's a first ten product. I have a feeling when Gen 2/3 come out there will be significant improvements leading us to give the kids our Gen 1's. An 11yo boy or 14yo girl would look silly with a 42mm on their wrist lol!
Have to say I agree. Although the ratios are not that far apart, the 42 certainly appears/feels too squarish to me.
Just got my 38 AS NO and it's a world of difference to the 42 sport I got rid of. I didn't like how wide the bands were aside from the watch face size and materials.
Only my opinion but the Sport feels like tech first, watch second. With the SS and associated bands, it feels like a watch that does tech. Martial do have an impact, to me at least.
That aside, the 38 is much better suited to my skinny wrists. I've had the 360, Urbane, 42 sport and think I've finally found one I can jeep and use without it screaming tech when I look at it.
They do make a leather band for the 38mm, the leather modern buckle. You can get it in the same colors as the classic buckle and it is actually a superior band.
Apple watch 38mm sport on me seems to fit right on my 165mm wrist what are you're thoughts on this?
I have the 38MM. I have one more day to return and am considering the 42MM. I didn't get a chance to try them on until later since the closest Apple Store is a bit away. I have a small wrist and a big hand. Decisions, decisions!
The 38 is on the bottom, 42 on top (in store this week). Thoughts?
The 38 is on the bottom, 42 on top (in store this week). Thoughts?
I have learned that both sizes are ok.
In comparsion the 38 looks small and lady like but alone it looks ok and there are manny men watches which are the same size like the 38mm.
The 42mm is not a big watch.
Even people with small wrists can wear it without looking stupid.
Bigger watches are modern and the 42mm is not big compared to other big watches or smartwatches.
As long as the Band is not too long for you it will be ok for sure.
Wrists 155mm and more can wear the 42mm.
It really depends on what you want.
A watch that stands out or a watch which is more decent and looks more like a normal watch.
What I found out:
38mm watchfaces of an analog watch looks tiny on a male wrist/hand.
The modular face is a better choice on the 38mm.
On the 42mm the analog watches looks perfect sized.
Thanks! I am still weighing it. I have a wrist right at 155-160. And agree, I'm just on the borderline. In the end, it's the ultimate first world problem to have!
If anything, with the 38mm, I have had difficulty at time typing my passcode in, not sure if that would change with the 42mm.
If anything, with the 38mm, I have had difficulty at time typing my passcode in, not sure if that would change with the 42mm.
Screen size is much bigger on the 42.
on the 38 it didn't make much fun to swipe arround on the app icons homescreen. On the 42mm i got the feeling to have more space to swipe my finger.
On an calculator app it was much harder to type the diggits.
If you have no problem with a big watch look, you should get the 42mm
If you want a perfect fitting to your wrist you should get the 38mm.
I have 150mm wrists and had some hard weeks for my decission.
Ordered both, got 38 first. Found it a bit small and got the 42mm. Liked it more and keepd it. After a while I was rethinking and ordered a 38mm again.
At the end I kept the 42mm.
I have large hands for my wrists... Both looked wrong and 40mm would be the best.
So I choosed the better Battery with bigger screen and at least I would not have to justify my choice to anyone, why I bought the lady version
It does make it easier to type your passcode on the 42mm. I returned my 38mm SS for a 42mm SS recently. I think the 42mm is a better option for me. Its easier to read everything on the screen and my vision is good. And the difference in battery life is very noticeable. Even the 42mm watch does not feel like a big watch and you almost forget you are wearing it until you get a notification or need to look at it.
This makes sense. Before I got my watch I went through the mega-thread that is "Show off your watch" and noticed that if I picked a watch soley on LOOKS all the 38mms looked better. Unless it was on some monster wrist that made it look too small.
I ended up going with the 38mm mainly due to two reasons.
1. I'm an avid runner and I prefer as light a watch as possible. I seriously considered the Sport 42mm but I just liked the Stainless Steel look so much. I had the large heavy 52mm Pebble watch and I'm NEVER doing that again. It was the weight that bothered me more than the size.
2. I dislike alot of excess band wrapping around my wrist. Both the Milanese Loop and the Classic Leather band fit my 165mm wrist much nicer than the longer straps on the 42mm. This also contributes to a lighter watch.
I didn't think the 42mm looked too large. I think they are very close in size. But I couldn't figure out why I thought it didn't look as good. And when I read your post it all made sense. It's the proportions.
Really true words. The too long bands are the only reason why im not 100% happy with the 42 on my 150mm wrist. The 38mm bands fits it much better.
But when we talk about proportions... there are three things, which I didnt like on the 38mm:
- Didnt liked that the Black Frame arround the screen has the same thickness, make the display to border ratio looking ugly.
- A smaller shape with the same thickness makes the 38mm looking thick
- analog watchfaces on the 38mm are too small. If you are just looking on the watchface, it is too small for the watch size and for a male watch. Modular face for example is a better choice on the 38mm.
Those are all secondary impression items that most people would never notice. The first impression that the 38 mm makes is noticable to people who make a casual glance. The items you note would only be obvious to a long unnatural stare.
And the whole "analog on a 38mm looks too small" thing is just ridiculous. Do you realize the LCD on every Pebble ever made is smaller than the one on the 38mm watch? All those guys, and the Pebble market is overwhelmingly male, with analog faces don't share your opinion.
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Ordered the 38 space grey sport over the 42 here; Not looking to 'make a statement' with the watch, the 38mm slips under a shirt cuff far more readily than the 42mm did at an in-store sizing/try on and was generally more comfortable and discreet. Everyone else's mileage will vary but for this 6' man the 38mm was an easy choice to make.
Well, ordered the 42mm. Still have time (got an extension to 30 days) to return my 38mm. Hopefully it arrives soon or I can pick one up in the store.
Went to an Apple Store today and got the 42mm. Have to say I feel it works pretty well. Optically I don't think it's too overwhelming and it is definitely easier to operate. As always, it's personal preference, but barring any changes over the next few days, I will be returning the 38mm.
No question for you.
As a little Rule we can say:
If the Band length is fitting, you can wear the 42mm watch.
If you prefer small watches for any reason, get the 38mm.
Sure, and same rule applies for the 38mm then.
Bottom line, if your wrist is 130mm-200mm you can wear the 38mm and if its 140mm-210mm you can wear the 42mm.
I wear the S/M band with the 38mm. Surely you can't argue that the watch is too small when I don't even need the larger band.
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