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Solo Loop sizing accuracy?
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Same problem here, although I hadn't ordered the loop yet. Based on the print, I should have ordered size 8. Tried 8 and 7 today in the Apple store, both sizes were too big.
Same. I followed Apple's guide and it's still too big. It was printed at 100%, my Card fit the box perfectly, and I even made it really tight around my wrist going against the instructions as I like it tight.
What's odd is that I can't even get their instructions to go down a size as the paper is already as tight as it can be. I know a size smaller would probably be perfect, but I find it strange I can't get to that number when using the size guide.
What's odd is that I can't even get their instructions to go down a size as the paper is already as tight as it can be. I know a size smaller would probably be perfect, but I find it strange I can't get to that number when using the size guide.
Yep, I'm in the club too.
One size too big. A size 9 was perfect with the cutout, but it's definitely one size too big in real life for my Deep Navy Solo Loop. A size 9 seems to correlate to the biggest hole on the standard sport band size S/M.
Also, mine smells bad
One size too big. A size 9 was perfect with the cutout, but it's definitely one size too big in real life for my Deep Navy Solo Loop. A size 9 seems to correlate to the biggest hole on the standard sport band size S/M.
Also, mine smells bad
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Add me to the club. I just canceled my Blue Braid as well, as I ordered a 7 for both the solo loop and braid.
I followed the instructions very carefully and ordered exactly what showed on my wrist. There are no stores open in my state so, I will have to return the size 7. I went ahead and ordered another Citrus Solo in size 6 for a snugger fit.
I followed the instructions very carefully and ordered exactly what showed on my wrist. There are no stores open in my state so, I will have to return the size 7. I went ahead and ordered another Citrus Solo in size 6 for a snugger fit.
I'm beginning to think the sizing might be off by 1 size unless Apple wants us to wear these fairly loose. My biggest concern is that mine almost flops around on my wrist and would probably lock at some point during the day.
FWIW, I measured my wrist and input the measurements and it still told me to order the size I did, which is too big.
I just ordered one size down for next week delivery. We'll see how that goes. This is the Solo Loop too, not Braided. I have a Braided one coming with my watch, which will also get exchanged.
FWIW, I measured my wrist and input the measurements and it still told me to order the size I did, which is too big.
I just ordered one size down for next week delivery. We'll see how that goes. This is the Solo Loop too, not Braided. I have a Braided one coming with my watch, which will also get exchanged.
Try this, stole from Reddit Apple solo band sizing guide with sport band
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I would say definitely size down. New pink citrus solo loop band on AW4 size 4. Apple’s paper measurements said between 3 and 4. I have to size down prob to a 2.
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Got it. I fell right around mid-8 on the sizing guide and ordered a 7. Hopefully it's enough because I prefer my bands pretty snug.
I had the same experience. Looks like a size 6 will be the correct fit.
My wrist is 17.5cm. Ordered the 8....hoping it fits good. Arrives on Monday! Our Apple store is temporarily closed for COVID, so can’t drive over to get an accurate sizing.
Ordered the Leather Link yesterday...arrives mid-November!!!! Yikes! Oh well, can always use my old watch band if needed!
Ordered the Leather Link yesterday...arrives mid-November!!!! Yikes! Oh well, can always use my old watch band if needed!
I saw her video also, but the way she fumbled with the measuring tool gave me the impression that she really was not using it correctly! When I try using it, getting a measurement seems very straightforward (but I'll admit that I haven't ordered one yet or been able to verify that the band turns out to be accurate for my wrist).
Open stores probably have open sample bands, to help people get correct sizing.
I have the same problem. I used the sizing tool very carefully and the band is too large.
Measured wrist size at Apple store, came out between 9 & 10. Bought 10 and its a perfect fit. Not too tight not too loose. When wearing or removing it there's a little struggle but my hands are big. And i think size 11 will be big & loose and size 9 small & too tight.
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Thanks, Zune. I like that color blue. I will have to get one. I ordered the Citrus but, it is a little big.
OK, I've got this figured out. 44mm for all bands/photos.
In the attached pictures, the green band is using the S/M length and on my comfortable size, and the Solo is a Size 9. You can see they're exactly the same length (regardless of the photo angle).
The problem is the overlap/thickness of the sport band adds a "space". So, shrinking down 1 size should be right. Maybe go two spaces if you like it really tight, or expect the Solo to really stretch out over time.
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In the attached pictures, the green band is using the S/M length and on my comfortable size, and the Solo is a Size 9. You can see they're exactly the same length (regardless of the photo angle).
The problem is the overlap/thickness of the sport band adds a "space". So, shrinking down 1 size should be right. Maybe go two spaces if you like it really tight, or expect the Solo to really stretch out over time.
