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Old 14 May 2016, 04:08 AM   #1
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Trade Smurf for WG Skydweller?

Contemplating on trading WG Smurf for black dial with bracelet Skydweller but not sure it is too big? I got rid of my YM2 SS because 44mm was way too big. At 42mm this is smaller but still large.

Thoughts on this? Should I just keep WG Smurf and be satisfied or trade up? What other 40mm is there to trade up to?
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Old 14 May 2016, 04:15 AM   #2
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No, keep the Smurf
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Old 14 May 2016, 04:16 AM   #3
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i like the sky dweller better doesnt look cartoonish
in my opinion
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Old 14 May 2016, 04:41 AM   #4
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i like the sky dweller better doesnt look cartoonish
in my opinion
I like the Sub but kind of sick of it and the Skydweller although large, always looked attractive
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Old 14 May 2016, 04:44 AM   #5
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Old 14 May 2016, 04:46 AM   #6
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It's a lifestyle question. For me, the Sub/Smurf fit my active lifestyle better than the dressier Sky Dweller.
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Old 14 May 2016, 05:17 AM   #7
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The YMII wears quite small for a 44mm. But if it feels large on you, you might feel the same with a SkyD.
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Old 14 May 2016, 05:24 AM   #8
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The YMII wears quite small for a 44mm. But if it feels large on you, you might feel the same with a SkyD.
I have really skinny wrists and YM2 was way too large. I will go try on the Skydweller at AD but not finding any 40mm to replace a Smurf.
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Old 14 May 2016, 05:34 AM   #9
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Personally, I'm a SS sub guy. If I were to get a PM Rolex, I would look at a DD or a Sky Dweller. Keep in mind this is coming from a guy with no PM experience, but yes I would.
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Old 14 May 2016, 05:49 AM   #10
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I'm a huge fan of the SD but I'm also a thick wrested ape. It's a finely dressy watch. Definitely not as stealthy as a sub. I would pick the SD but i could understand why that would not be good for everyone.
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Old 14 May 2016, 05:51 AM   #11
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I have really skinny wrists and YM2 was way too large. I will go try on the Skydweller at AD but not finding any 40mm to replace a Smurf.
The Smurf looks fine on your wrist? A Daytona should look real nice for a skinny wrist IMHO.
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Old 14 May 2016, 05:52 AM   #12
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Old 14 May 2016, 05:55 AM   #13
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Old 14 May 2016, 06:06 AM   #14
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I like both so what's the main reason for the trade?
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Old 14 May 2016, 06:16 AM   #15
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Old 14 May 2016, 06:28 AM   #16
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The sub seems to fit a more active lifestyle while providing a great presence for dressy occasions. I think your best coarse of action would be to spend a day trying on the skydweller at the AD. You will never know until it hits your own personal wrist. Both are great watches. Good luck and let us know.
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Old 14 May 2016, 06:28 AM   #17
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Old 14 May 2016, 06:30 AM   #18
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I would, but I like complications.
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Old 14 May 2016, 06:33 AM   #19
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Stick with the Sub.

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Old 14 May 2016, 06:34 AM   #21
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Old 14 May 2016, 06:34 AM   #22
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Contemplating on trading WG Smurf for black dial with bracelet Skydweller but not sure it is too big? I got rid of my YM2 SS because 44mm was way too big. At 42mm this is smaller but still large.

Thoughts on this? Should I just keep WG Smurf and be satisfied or trade up? What other 40mm is there to trade up to?
do it.
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Old 14 May 2016, 06:58 AM   #23
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do it.
Main reason for trade just looking to upgrade
Just went to AD to try it and it's not as large as I thought
Sleek on wrist,, black is best choice but I am not fan of it on leather although it looks smaller on leather. What a beautiful watch
Still unsure if it's too big
Wish they made it in 40mm
Upgrading from smurf there isn't much choices
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Old 14 May 2016, 06:58 AM   #24
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I would not. The sky dweller did not sit well on my wrist.
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Old 14 May 2016, 07:00 AM   #25
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What would be an upgrade from sub at 40mm?
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Old 14 May 2016, 07:02 AM   #26
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Contemplating on trading WG Smurf for black dial with bracelet Skydweller but not sure it is too big? I got rid of my YM2 SS because 44mm was way too big. At 42mm this is smaller but still large.

Thoughts on this? Should I just keep WG Smurf and be satisfied or trade up? What other 40mm is there to trade up to?
If the sky-dweller can fit, you must flip!
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Old 14 May 2016, 07:10 AM   #27
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Sky-D is a big watch, and also heavy, heavier than WG Sub or BLRO.

BUT, it is very important to have the bracelet properly sized for your wrist. Then it is EXTREMELY comfortable.

I wear it on my small 6" wrist almost everyday, and never had any comfort issue. I bought the ivory dial one, but to be honest, I find all versions to be beautiful in their own way.

If you are looking for a 40 mm pm watch then how about BLRO?

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Old 14 May 2016, 08:15 AM   #28
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I would do that! I was surprised that once I tried it on, I did not feel that the Skydweller was too big.
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Old 14 May 2016, 08:22 AM   #29
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Only if I wanted something that said, "I'm the Boss's Boss..."

Wait... Mike you have a SKy-D as well!
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Old 14 May 2016, 08:39 AM   #30
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Please, keep the smurf!! :-)
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