bell Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Hey, I've been lurking these forums for a few weeks, and after trying to absorb as much information as I can (You guys are awesome btw) - I've made a decision on my first rep purchase - Noob's PAM 111: http://www.kingshowbox.com/goods.php?id=6443 I prefer the sandwich dial as opposed to the sausage, and I like the simplicity of this model. It occurred to me after falling in love with this watch that it seems kind of hefty, I have a 6.5" wrist - Admittedly girly - Will this look okay? I know big watches seem to be more in style, but I don't want to look like a 9 year old kid who borrowed his daddy's watch. Sooo... Any skinny wristed brothers out there rockin' a Panerai? What's it look like? Thanks again for all your help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poretl Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 I personally prefer to see a larger watch on a smaller wrist than a smaller watch on a larger wrist. The former gets more "that's a nice watch" and the latter more "what's that on your wrist? A watch?" I have an 8" wrist and I prefer wearing a 50mm watch than a 45" one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
projectologist Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 The shape of your wrist makes a bigger difference than the circumference measurement. My wrist measures 7.5", but is very round in shape. I have a friend whose wrist measures 6.75", but his wrist is much flatter than mine so if you put our wrists side by side with a 44mm PAM, it looks like we have the same size wrist. If you're concerned about size, try the slimmer PAMs, avoid the chunky taller sitting subs. Also go with a thinner strap as opposed to the 5mm thick ammo versions. 24>22mm tapered straps also give an overall slimmer impression. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikellem Posted January 3, 2012 Report Share Posted January 3, 2012 I have a 6 1/2" wrist and the Pam 111 fits perfectly. Go for it.. Large watches are in style. I can even wear the Pam Fiddy which is 46 or 47mm. I really do not think it's an issue, I just do not think you are use to large watches on your wrist in general... Pam 111 = Enjoy, MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lfovco Posted January 3, 2012 Report Share Posted January 3, 2012 6.5" wrist is all cool. Mine is even smaller and 111 works really well for me. But like Projectologist said, it's all about the shape of your wrist and also not getting super thick strap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted January 3, 2012 Report Share Posted January 3, 2012 I have a 7 1/2 In wrist and personally feel that Pams look better on a smaller wrist. No worries..It will look awesome..you just watch and see. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
projectologist Posted January 3, 2012 Report Share Posted January 3, 2012 I really do not think it's an issue, I just do not think you are use to large watches on your wrist in general... Very good point and probably the case with the OP. The reverse can also happen, I went from 5 years of nothing but 44m PAMs to a Rolex and it took me a good couple of weeks to get comfortable seeing the smaller size on my wrist. After awhile it blended right into the rotation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asf Posted January 3, 2012 Report Share Posted January 3, 2012 Just do it. the bezel isn't really thick so it's not going to appear as huge as it seems. That's coming from a 6.75" wrist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bell Posted January 3, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2012 Done Deal, just pulled the trigger and completed my order with Kingwatch..... I'll bust out the Olympus with my macro lens and post some pics when I get it. Thanks again for all your help guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b-uhr Posted January 3, 2012 Report Share Posted January 3, 2012 6.5 here also 44MM 60MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lfovco Posted January 4, 2012 Report Share Posted January 4, 2012 (edited) 60mm... That is just awesome. The fact also is that Panerai watches are so well designed, they just work on small wrists. Unlike many much cheaper brands that just look dorky. But you can wear any Panerai, 44 - 47mm or few other brands who have designers that understand watch design really well and can pull a 44mm+ watch that will work well on smaller wrists. Edited January 4, 2012 by lfovco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jellytots Posted January 4, 2012 Report Share Posted January 4, 2012 Same here - I'm prob only -6.3inches - but the 44mm fits well, although I'm still skeptical about a 47mm. The length of your forearm us also important - longer forearms help to 'balance' out a large watch. (null) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalengkong Posted January 4, 2012 Report Share Posted January 4, 2012 i think my wrists are the same as well. here is my wrist pic with PAM111 and Hublot Big Bang. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bell Posted January 6, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 (edited) Nice! Just received my QC pics.... I'm stoked! Can't wait to try it on. Edited January 6, 2012 by bell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikellem Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 I have a 7 1/2 In wrist and personally feel that Pams look better on a smaller wrist. No worries..It will look awesome..you just watch and see. Mike OK Mike, give me all your Pams, your wrist is to big.. MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 OK Mike, give me all your Pams, your wrist is to big.. MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StormTooper4 Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 bell, I too have the wrists of a 12 year old girl Wear it well , wrist size is a state of mind Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweattdogg Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 My wrists are small and I love my 44 and 47mm pams Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbetts1790 Posted January 8, 2012 Report Share Posted January 8, 2012 My wrist is smaller than 6.5" and I proudly wear my 44mm Pams. Heck I even have a 47mm 6154 that I love! Sent using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babola Posted January 8, 2012 Report Share Posted January 8, 2012 i think my wrists are the same as well. here is my wrist pic with PAM111 and Hublot Big Bang. LOL, reminds me of this guy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hambone Posted August 29, 2012 Report Share Posted August 29, 2012 There is no wrist to small for a guy to wear a 44mm pam. Chicks that wear Pams look , imposing, so don't fret, get what you want Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asciwhite Posted August 29, 2012 Report Share Posted August 29, 2012 45mm RAD on my girly 6.7" wrist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted August 29, 2012 Report Share Posted August 29, 2012 Indeed.. Pams look great on a smaller wrist. It's only a 44mm...so not really huge by todays standards. But take a look at this fool. This guy actually thinks this monstrosity looks good on his wrist. I mean seriously dude. wtf? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jkay Posted August 29, 2012 Report Share Posted August 29, 2012 LOL, reminds me of this guy: I love how they purposely photograph him from belt buckle height, so you can not see he's only 5 feet tall. That camera must be only 3 feet off the ground. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogladio Posted August 29, 2012 Report Share Posted August 29, 2012 Can someone assist on the definition for when "girly" kicks in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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