SirJean
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Does Size Really Matter?
I think the size of a watch depends on the wrist of a wearer. Some people have smaller wrists than others and so a 44mm and above watch might look out of place. I am a fan of 'big watches' myself and usually wear 44mm and above . I actually do have a 50mm U boat watch, but the only problem is the larger the watch, the less formal it looks. So if you were to wear a suit , a 50mm or 44mm wouldn't look as appropriate but a 42mm or less, looks more decent.
On the other hand, if you're in a more casual outfit with a 44mm AP and above watch, it's likely to stand out and get you more attention. So the size of a watch could depend on the occasion. Also depending on the brand , sizes slightly vary because a 44mm Hublot Big Bang looks slightly smaller than a 44mm AP Royal Oak , so the sizing of various brands usually vary. I think it all boils down to personal preference, people love big watches and there are those that prefer smaller watches , that is why most brands have different ranges, designs/ models to cater for buyer preferences.
ROO 42mm x 44mm
Will the 42mm ROOs eventually be discontinued in favor of 44mm models? I generally like 44mm watches, but the ROO looks much nicer in 42mm IMHO. The 44mm APs wear too big (certainly bigger than other brands).
Big watches are here to stay
People thought it was a fad, but bigger watches are selling. And there are plenty of people with suitable wrists to carry off a 44mm piece. I wear 48mm to 59mm watches (Corum AC's, Zenith Defy Extreme's, and Type 20 in addition to my weekend ROO). I know ...
Sure thing, but...
That is for sure, Spellbound. But some brands are also adding smaller models to their lines. Panerai did it with the 42mm Radiomir. IWC's new Ingenieur line also has a 40mm. Hublot’s Classic Fusion Skeleton, launched in 45mm, now also has a 42mm option. I...
Does Size Really Matter?
I think the size of a watch depends on the wrist of a wearer. Some people have smaller wrists than others and so a 44mm and above watch might look out of place. I am a fan of 'big watches' myself and usually wear 44mm and above . I actually do have a 50mm...
The 42mm collection continues on
And I agree and hope with you the 42mm is never fully phased out. While we may see more new editions offered in the 44mm size, the 42mm Offshore is very iconic for AP. I certainly feel there is room for both cases within the Offshore range.
im one of those who cant pull off a 44mm so if they do indeed discontinue the 42s then the
as i wont buy any of the 44s no matter what and i beleive there are many out there like me so AP doesnt want to loose a segment against another so coexistence is essencial BUT on the other hand one might argue that "HEY they offered the new RO CHRONO in 4...