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I agree on the proportions
May 02, 2018,12:44 PM
I think AP overstretched the 15400.
The subtlety for me is that bracelet of the older versions was thinner which helped the flow of the whole experience.
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Can I wear a Royal Oak (properly, if this thing exists)?
By: Musigny82 : April 30th, 2018-04:40
Deep down I really want to own a Royal Oak for long. But 99% of their model are just too big for my tiny (sub-6”) wrist. I went to an AP boutique today and tried on the 15450st. What do you think about the fit of this 37mm Royal Oak on my wrist? Many than...
Looks like a good fit!
By: Pixelstrata : April 30th, 2018-04:52
Maybe also some adjustment by the dealership. I bought a 36mm Quantieme Perpetual recently. I have a medium sized wrist I’d say and can also wear large watch if I want. But the Royal Oak looks great on my wrist I reckon. Smaller watches are coming back! ...
Good quality blue dial 14790ST would be awesome.
By: Pixelstrata : May 2nd, 2018-00:20
Or alternatively, the cool Arabic military dial said to be a likely collector's piece going forward. Also 36mm! OR if spending up a bit near the price you'd have paid for a new model you can purchase a rare 14790ST in Yves Klein Blue ! Should be possible ...
Maybe, but
By: Velociphile - No longer in the building : May 1st, 2018-03:14
It may look fine, but is it going to actually be comfy and operate as a RO should? That is the question. I think size wise it looks ok...... just. Some of the older pieces of smaller size may work better for you if you can find a nice example. So the look...
The Bracelet is Key
By: Uncle Chico : April 30th, 2018-06:36
I have a similar problem. For me the fit of the bracelet is key to being able to wear a watch comfortably. If the bracelet/strap is snug, the watch will not slide up and down the wrist or rotate to the underside while being worn.
It looks great on your wrist!
By: walds11 : April 30th, 2018-06:45
You may need a 1.5 link to get an ideal fit, but other than that, go for it man!
Looks a little big...
By: rnaden : April 30th, 2018-09:26
I have the same watch and it just fits nicely my 6.75” wrist.
IMO, it looks a bit too big.
By: vitalsigns : April 30th, 2018-11:02
But if you're in love, go for it. Just be prepared to compromise comfort. Cheers, John
I like big watches
By: Speed freak : April 30th, 2018-14:23
I think it looks good on you, the main thing is comfort.
If there is a 36 mm
By: ChristianDK : May 1st, 2018-03:16
maybe you could find one and try on before you decide. Maybe a dealer has one or you can meet a collector who has one. From your picture it looks too big. I feel your pain. I have very large wrists and there a watches I dream of but they just don’t make a...
I share the opinion that it is a tad large for you
By: NickO : May 2nd, 2018-06:26
As others have said, the Royal Oak on bracelet wears large for its size and I think a 33mm to 36mm version would fit you well. BTW - your 34mm Roger Dubuis chronograph looks like it was made specifically for your wrist, it looks awesome on you, I think th...
I fully support it. This 37mm model looks so nice...
By: MichaelC : May 2nd, 2018-12:16
I can't say nicer than a 39mm, which for me is the most proper size fore a Royal Oak. But this one has awesome proportions, I like it much more than the 41mm version. Keep us posted.
I agree on the proportions
By: Velociphile - No longer in the building : May 2nd, 2018-12:44
I think AP overstretched the 15400. The subtlety for me is that bracelet of the older versions was thinner which helped the flow of the whole experience.