I think it looks great on you! 38mm is ideal size for that type of watch. That's a really thoughtful gift, I'd keep it. Best of luck and I hope your spirits lift soon.
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Hello My dear compadres this is My first 38MM watch I normally don't wear anything under 40MM diameter so My lovely Lady bought Me a Seiko Alpinist with the proviso if it feels too small on the wrist She'll return it its basically a cheer Me up gift as I've been depressed I would appreciate honest opinions excuse the packaging on the watch face thanks for letting Me share and please all stay safe.
I think it looks great on you! 38mm is ideal size for that type of watch. That's a really thoughtful gift, I'd keep it. Best of luck and I hope your spirits lift soon.
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Right size, right watch. Congrats!
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That’s a fine looking piece,try to keep your chin up,I know it’s easier said than done at times.
Guys thanks for responding I took redundancy and I do miss flying and I don't a really weird conundrum anyway I have 30 days to bond with this-)!
I have a 6.5 in / 16.5 cm wrist and always thought I should be, and have worn, mostly 40 or 41 mom watches.
I recently bought a 38 mm CW diver, and it just is the sweet spot. Similarly a 40 mm with short lug-to-lug works too.
Can’t believe it took me 15 years to work this out. I say forget the hype around 42+ mm watches if you have a smaller wrist.
The picture of a 38mm watch you have shown looks great on you.
Not my cup of tea, but I do like the dial, hands and indices (although I think the removal of the prospex logo would improve it further).
Size looks good on you, hope it cheers you up.
Nothing wrong with the proportions of that on your wrist, looks great.
I am somewhat in agreement about the Prospex Logo but I suppose its brand identification You make a valid point Ed.
What a thoughtful gift, size looks great on you
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Nothing wrong with a smaller size watch.
I always though 40-42mm was the norm.
Then I treated myself to a 50 year old DateJust for my 50th.
It felt tiny for a few minutes but after that felt just right.
Cheers, Shaun
That sits perfectly on your wrist and looks good.
Keep it for the sentimental reasons it will hold.
Looks about right to me. I also don't usually wear anything under 40mm. However, I think 38mm in that style of watch is spot on.
I would definitely keep it.
Have to say - that is a lovely looking watch, and from the angle of your photograph that looks like a perfect size to me.
T.G.
I think you have a keeper (and the watch is worth keeping as well).
Seriously, it looks a good size and with being a non-bezel design the dial is proportionally larger so it looks larger than the dimensions would suggest.
I do like the look of the new retro alpinist. It would be good to see some more photos.
Enjoy and treat your partner to something in return.
38mm is the perfect size in my opinion (unless you've got wrists like Arnie). Hope you feel better soon - I had the same when I retired from a busy job - I found a new balance eventually. Hope you've visited the docs to discuss...
Why not write a book about your flying experiences? Perhaps start by writing down anecdotes, sort 'em into subject headings and see if you have enough for a book. I'm sure you have plenty of amusing/risque/weird stories to tell.
I look forward to reading 'Confessions of a Boeing Driver'.
Looks fine, Mannu. Take the wrapping off and hope you are feeling better soon.
Looks great! Not too small at all. What a lovely gift and sentiment from your other half! Congrats.
(If I may, I would loosen the strap a bit.)
Hope you get well soon.
BW,
Chi Kai
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Looks fine, maybe a bit tight so slacken it off and enjoy, while wearing it look in the mirror, normally looks far better than looking down at your wrist and gives a real world view
I think it suits your wrist fine, and looks like a lovely watch.
Hopefully the gift of it, and the sentiment behind it will bring you a cheer and lift.
Taking redundancy affects a lot of us in different ways (key to remember is that it’s the role that is becoming redundant, NOT you - important to keep in mind!), but hopefully you will find your next interesting role soon!
Once you are back on an even keel, you will still have a very precious watch to lift a smile!
Good luck, and do report back how it develops!
Looks perfect size and what a lovely thought from your wife, that alone would make it a keeper but thankfully she chose well there.
Best wishes buddy.
Gorgeous watch and looks great on you!
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Suits you sir. That’s a great looking watch and a good size for you.
Sorry to hear you've been suffering a little. The watch looks perfect.
Sorry to hear you're a bit down Mannu, hopefully with the passage of time you can find an interest as strong as flying clearly is/was to you.
And I think that size watch suits your wrists perfectly.
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Looks great, handsome watch and a perfect size for you.
Hope the black dog leaves you alone soon. Just remember- it's a temporary thing, and your on the road to recovery.
That’s a lovely watch, which suits you very well.
It’s also a very lovely thought from your wife. She is clearly extremely caring and loves you a great deal. I’m somewhat envious. Not of the black dog though, he’s a right pain in the proverbial!
I hope that in the near future, you can look back on this period of your life, with the watch as a reminder of the strength you have shown to get through the tough times.
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Perfect
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Looks good to me, I really like the watch and the size looks fine.
Great looking watch, and the size looks pretty much perfect on your wrist. I'd say it was a keeper.
There sometimes seem to be tiny things that stop us from enjoying a particular design. In your case it was the perceived smallness of a watch below 40mm, in mine ( recently thinking about a purchase) it was the lack of a screw down crown and an odd 19mm lug width, and when you think about it, it is all a little bit daft. Just small differences that stop us from enjoying something for no real discernible reason.
This watch looks great ( to the point that I would appreciate it if you could quote the reference number) and, no, maybe I am not completely taken with the Prospex logo on the dial, but is it a deal breaker? Hell no!
Unwrap it, wear it, enjoy it, and most importantly ( as I am sure you do) appreciate the sentiment with which it was given. Better days are coming. Enjoy.
for a dress watch 38mm is perfect, even if you have been used to wearing 40mm and above watches. to be fair sports watches at 40mm and over look great however a nice dressy watch like that would look a bit awkward if it was 40mm or over, so i’d say that’s a winner and really suits you
38mm is the truly sweet spot for the style, 40 would look like a dinner plate.
Lovely watch, looks great on you, and a fantastic present to receive from a very thoughtful lady. Enjoy your future whatever direction it takes, but keep the watch!
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Looks absolutely spot on to me.
Judging by your username I can see why you might be used to something bigger but on the ground I think 38mm is perfect.
Just to report back the strap is an unusual 19MM width so 18MM will also do I wore it to bed instead of My Smiths 40MM PRS-25 the Lume lasted an easy 6-7 hours its that light Bluey/Green lume and thedial was very easily readable in low light.Once again Gents thankyou again.
The size looks great to me. I hope you continue to enjoy it.
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Looks 1000x better than the limited edition one with the weird date placement
Looks good. I have been wearing larger watches for years, from Moonwatches to Panerai. However, in the past few weeks I have bought two smaller watches, a Speedbird and a Tutima chrono. I’m loving both of them.
Hope things look up for you.
Thanks again Gents its been on My wrist and I've ordered a new strap to try.