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Aquaracer1, a seasoned collector, shares a significant milestone in his horological journey: finally uniting his 38mm blue Girard Perregaux Laureato with its intended bracelet. This post transcends a simple 'new watch alert' by delving into the nuanced decision-making process behind choosing the optimal watch size, a challenge many collectors face. His personal experience offers valuable insights into how wrist dynamics and aesthetic preferences evolve over time, making his reflections particularly relevant for those navigating similar choices.
Since weβre all friends (enablers) here. Maybe the copper for you? π€―
Congratulations! What size is your wrist, Iβd be worried that 38mm is too small , but it looks perfect on your wrist!
Well done! Impressive. ππ»
As someone whoβs been through the entire drill of 42 mm blue Laureato first, before the 38 mm version : My wrist is 7 inches . Could I pull the 42 mm off? Sure I could. But after about a year of ownership, I felt it wore too big, so I moved it on. Like most watches , pics can be deceiving . But especially these 2. Highly recommend you try them on first. The 38 mm, pictured here, will take some time to get used to, especially if you are used to wearing 40-42 mm watches. But for me, 38-40 is my sw
This is what I call elegant and sporty at the same time - A most versatile piece ! ππ»
A lot of hoops to jump through , but very worth it! The patience and persistence has paid off ! ππ»
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