Royal Oak 41mm - is it too big for my wrist?

[LowFades]

Seriously considering pulling the trigger on a 41MM RO 15500ST, but unsure if the watch is the proper fit for my wrist size.

I've included some photos of me trying on the 41MM as well as a pic of the 37 RO (Rose Gold) on my wrist. I've also included a DateJust 36mm for an additional comparison point. What do y'all think about the 41MM?

Here is a wrist action shot for the RO 41MM: https://media.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2l...Dzn/source.gif

[Miker86]

37mm looks right for you.

[Henrimontgomery]

41mm looks big for you, and even for itself. Too much empty dial IMO.

[neal.jy]

Depends entirely on personal presence and what you’re comfortable with. To me, the 41mm looks fine on you and the 37mm looks too small. The 15500 does wear a bit larger though due to the shorter hour markers, which make the dial look a bit emptier. Try on a 15400 or a 15510 if possible - overall size is the same, but they will visually feel different due to the dial configurations.

At the end of the day, go with what feels right to you!


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[ajw99]

Based on the photos (less zoomed-in would likely be more helpful to evaluate fit/size), the 41mm looks too big and the 37 looks like a good fit. It's hard to do but sometimes what I do when unsure about sizes between anything (e.g., shoes, pants, etc.), I intentionally do not look at the size until AFTER trying things on, so that the size / number doesn't influence me ahead of time. Of course, not so easy to do with APs, as a practical matter. Point is, the #s don't mean much; how it looks and feels on your wrist definitely matters.

[Commandopat]

They all look good.

[Notimetodie]

Not big at all. In fact, knowing how wrist photography works and distorts, I’d say it’s perfect size without seeing more.

[Palex]

Maybe a 15300 is the solution with 39 mm

[messikens]

I'd go 37mm 100%

[RPDrummer]

I agree for the 37mm
The 41mm is bulky for your wrist

[Johndong888]

Both looks good. I do wear mostly 40mm+ watches.


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[DonLee]

both 37 and 41mm should be fine.

all your shots are top down and close which make the watch look larger than your wrist. take the photo from further away, or look at yourself in a mirror and you'll see the more true size of how the watch wears

[stark1]

If you're asking, then 37mm is the right size for you. Of the two options.

[schwartz914]

41 but the condition looks bad

[Dylbo]

Agree with the general sentiment that both are fine. I have a wrist size where both the 37mm and 41mm are suitable also, it's not that uncommon. Also agree the 41mm looks pretty beat up in those photos, hope you get a good price.

[BNA/LION]

40mm is the sweet spot.

[John Doyle]

The 41 looks the best - exactly how a Royal Oak should look.

[Tanuki]

Originally Posted by John Doyle

The 41 looks the best - exactly how a Royal Oak should look.

I think 41mm also. I looks sporty on your wrist.

[Akacoke]

41 look fine. 37 is ok too. I can't understand why 41 RO wear so much bigger then Rolex 41mm

[adi365]

both are fine in my opinion

[Benzsiam]

40mm looks better on your wrist but get the one in better condition.

[brandrea]

Pictures from further away would be more helpful IMO

[1William]

I think the 41 works and is a cool watch. It just depends on the look you are going for and your comfort level with a watch that size for your wrist.

[LowFades]

Originally Posted by Dylbo

Agree with the general sentiment that both are fine. I have a wrist size where both the 37mm and 41mm are suitable also, it's not that uncommon. Also agree the 41mm looks pretty beat up in those photos, hope you get a good price.

Thanks for all the replies. I’m going to look to schedule an appointment at AP House to check out the 15510 and get their thoughts on sizing. Also agree that AP isn’t in the best condition - it was also horribly priced at $47k.

[Steele]

First off the 37MM Rose Gold with that bezel is FIRE!!!!! so NOT fair to the 15500 lol

Next I think you pull of both very nicely so mu choice is

GET BOTH!!!!!! lol

[GotRolex]

Datejust looks good on you


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[SpeedyTuomas]

Matter of taste, but I would go smaller. The Datejust looks good.

[DVR]

Why did you take pictures so far away, you should have taken them much closer to the watch. I can still see some wrist

Seriously, go for the 41.

[LowFades]

How hard is it to schedule an appointment at AP House to try a 15510ST? Understand I likely won’t be able to buy one there.

[samson66]

Seems fine but looks to be in rough condition. Something in the 39 range may work best for your wrist size.