I got the 42 mm Aachen, I think it's the perfect size for my 8" wrist. Thickness is more of an issue because it tends to bump into walls if I'm not careful.
@7s292 ай бұрын
I wear mine reversed, on the inside of my wrist. I wear all my large watches this way.
@everythinghq68643 жыл бұрын
What a great video man! Whilst I was initially going to purchase the 42mm, I ended up opting for the 39 - and with my 6.3 inch (16 cm), I have to say I am incredibly pleased with my decision. If you plan on running this watch as a daily and your wrist is 6.3 inches or less, go for the 39. If your wrist is larger and/or you wear it less often, then go for the 42mm (imo). One more thing to note - coming from bigger watches like the CasiOak models, the 39 mm Aachen felt a bit underwhelming in size initially. But after a week or so, you really begin to appreciate how much more comfortably it wears and how subtle it looks compared to the 42 (again, on my 6.3 inch wrist).
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
That is great to hear, thank you very much! I agree that the 39mm is best for daily wear if you have a small wrist, and that you can get the 42mm if you don’t plan to wear that often. It is supposed to be a big watch historically so it makes sense to get the bigger one, but the 39 wears better for everyday wear. It does take som getting used to, but I’m glad that appreciate the smaller size after wearing it for a while😊 Thanks again!
@jimmason85022 жыл бұрын
@@NotOnMyWatchYT Yeeeeeessss...but when navigators wore flieger watches in the past they wore them over lamb's wool leather jackets, so a 50mm+ lung to lug didn't matter. Those large flyer's watches were never meant to be worn on someone's naked wrist.
@derekng97669 ай бұрын
Saw this video before i purchased and glad i did. As mentioned in this video, people who are considering this or augsberg should take into account that these have massive visibility. Its all dial with no bezels to get in the way. On my 7" wrist at first i thought i made a mistake, but after some wear it now feels right and not as intrusive as say, my seiko 42mm prospex which you "feel" on your wrist most of the time. Only con is the strap looks ridiculously skinny. Ty for making this video.
@NotOnMyWatchYT5 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot for your comment! Really appreciate it!
@miguelrosario73024 ай бұрын
I have an 20.0 cm / 8.0 in diameter wrist. I purchased the Laco Aachen Grau 42 MB (Type B dial with Oyster-style stainless steel bracelet). For me, 42 mm diameter watches fit me perfectly.
@Hamilkar323 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! I was going to buy 42 mm course all my divers are in that range, but look like 39 is a better fit. Keep on going! ;)
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Hope you will be happy with your choice, wear it in good health :)
@emossg Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I have 17,5mm wrist and I thought 42mm looked better on your wrist than 39mm. Just ordered 42mm!
@Phil45LC3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video my friend, it's the only one that really compare 39mm vs 42mm for this particular model and it have been really useful to make my choice. i have 7in wrist(almost as thick than wide...it's important because some wrists are wide but flat and could be compared to a bigger wrist) and i ordered the 39mm. The perfect watch size in my opinion for every day carry. The only thing is the strap: 18mm, it's a little bit skinny and short so a 7.5 or even 7.25 wrist may not be able to buckle it... but a strap can be changed! I'm really happy with the 39mm! Thanks again and have a nice day!
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, Philippe! I agree that the 18mm strap is a little bit thin, but you get used to it. Hope you continue to enjoy the watch for a long time :) Have a nice day!
@charlesgraham9954 Жыл бұрын
im more of a field watch kinda guy, so i lean towards small watches. so of course, i would pick the small of the two. but.. a pilot watch i feel should be larger. with that being said, if you're a person like me, i buy what i like regardless of what the watch is made for. thank for taking the time to make this video. might just be my speakers, but the audio seemed a lil low. watches and sneakers are my money pits.. lol. thanks again.
@ShashankD1373 жыл бұрын
My first watch was a 45 mm Michael Korrs. 2nd was a 43 mm tag. For 2 years I collected watches which were 42 mm (seagull 1963, longines, seiko 5 etc). Now I find my sweet spot at 40mm. Smaller watches look better and definitely are more comfortable to wear.
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
My first watches were also bigger. I guess it’s like that for most people. Thank you for your comment :)
@RA-yc9fb Жыл бұрын
Whats your wrist size my man?
@ShashankD137 Жыл бұрын
@@RA-yc9fb 7 inches
@khole153 ай бұрын
Would love to see you try the aachen or augsburg 39mm on bracelet.
@TonezzUK3 жыл бұрын
I ordered the 39mm Blaue which comes with a naff nato strap instead of the leather rivet one for some reason. I ordered the dark brown leather strap alongside it. I haven't received the strap yet but the nato strap looks super skinny, way more than the leather one looks in this video. Hoping when I fit the leather one it works out! My wrist is probably a bit smaller than yours as well.
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
The straps are quite skinny at 18mm but you will get used to it, I also think it looks better on leather :) I hope it works out for you and you enjoy the watch :)
@gH05tM4LL3 жыл бұрын
My wrist is about 6 1/2. The 39mm even though it's the better fit just does not seem right for this watche's history where bigger is more accurate. Obviously 42mm is still nowhere near the original 50m+ cases, but it doesn't feel right to have 40mm+ dive watches that are bigger in diameter then a expensive authentic type B.
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
I agree with what you are saying, however I just want the watch to wear as good as possible on my wrist. Also the originals were worn outside the jacket sleeve. But I totally agree that 39mm is very small for what the watch is and historically has been. It’s all a personal preference :)
@jami77723 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. I was on the fence as 3mm in my opinion was neglible. How I was wrong. I have small wrists and thanks to your video I'll order the 39mm. Thanks 👍
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
3mm doesn’t sound like a lot, but it makes a big difference. Happy to have helped, enjoy the watch😃
@christmastree35733 жыл бұрын
Thanx my friend very good video. I would go for 42mm but you changed my mind. My wrist is 17 just like yours and dawm! The 39mm looks better indeed!
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, I'm glad I could help! Enjoy the watch when you get it :)
@hidusb Жыл бұрын
Have the 39mm teal. Think the 42mm would look too big as its all dial.
@alekspolevoi9019 Жыл бұрын
Да, все-таки 39 мм пожалуй куплю, спасибо за видео.
@pitotopukАй бұрын
45 mm
@jamessher69563 жыл бұрын
I just got the 39mm Heidelberg and it fits fantastic on my 6.75 wrist.
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
Congratz , James! That’s a great watch, enjoy it! 😊
@phil47179 ай бұрын
Thanks for your video ! Very very interesting
@NotOnMyWatchYT5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@tmargosian2 жыл бұрын
Heritage understood, the 39mm is where it’s at. Smaller are better, too many big watches nowadays.
@abrrodriguez Жыл бұрын
Gracias , era el video que buscaba para elegir mi reloj .
@prod.deathwish2 жыл бұрын
Really wish they made it 40mm but 39 good enough
@NotOnMyWatchYT2 жыл бұрын
Check out their new line, Flieger Pro. 37, 40 and 43mm cases ;) a litte bit more pricey, but worth it.
@gmotionedc54123 жыл бұрын
39 baby💪💪👍
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
💪💪
@glenh49713 жыл бұрын
Since you are speaking about watch diameter, remember that the larger watches are easier to read. That is what the pilots watch is all about. I have a 44mm pilots watch. I ride a motorcycle. I can read that huge watch very easily. No time to stare at the watch. A quick glance is all I need.
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! If that’s why you are getting a pilots watch, then getting a bigger one is the right choice :) Thank you, Glen!
@erictom67563 жыл бұрын
I actually think the 42 looks cool on your wrist but my wrist is smaller so I guess I gotta go 39
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
Get what you like the most! I prefer the look of smaller watches, but that’s just my preference :)
@user-rn6jx3hk8h3 жыл бұрын
hey great video. just got one question is there any cheaper pilot watch in size of 36mm? I know there is one in stowa but It’s bit off my budget so, is there any recommandations I’ll be happy to look for. thx
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
Hi, there are 36mm fliegers available but I have no personal experience with them so I don’t want to recommend anything for you. I know Archimede has a 36mm version, you can check them out :)
@user-rn6jx3hk8h3 жыл бұрын
@@NotOnMyWatchYT thank you for your kindness! I’m really looking forward to find one! I’ve already checked archimede though😢
@karlost233 жыл бұрын
If you don’t want to be totally historically accurate, there’s always the excellent Seiko SNK809 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHbMpaGAndyDobc
@priyabratamohanty26192 жыл бұрын
I have 6.2 inch wrist. Does 39mm work or it will be overpowering?
@NotOnMyWatchYT2 жыл бұрын
It will probably be a bit large, but it all comes down to what you are comfortable with :)
@williamthegunnut38393 жыл бұрын
Should I go for a 45mm or 55mm ? (I dont have giant wrists)
@antoinevincent24903 жыл бұрын
I don't think it's a good idea , 42 mm is already big 55 is the replica of the original watch but it was a tool for bomber pilot more than a watch 😉
@antoinevincent24903 жыл бұрын
42 seems good if you have a big wrist
@williamthegunnut38393 жыл бұрын
@@antoinevincent2490 I have 7 inch wrists now but I’ll probably get bigger wrists when I get older.
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
I would steer away from the 55mm if you plan on wearing the watch. The 45mm is also very big so I would probably go for 42mm, but it's personal preference :)
@williamthegunnut38393 жыл бұрын
@@NotOnMyWatchYT I guess I’ll just have to start working out and get bigger wrists but anyway thanks for the help pal 👍
@oddjob4283 жыл бұрын
Thank you I am on he fence as to what size and this helps. My wrist is 6.75. Can you compare to Apple Watch ?
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment :) I would recommend getting the 39mm. I don’t have an Apple Watch unfortunately.
@johnny_bravo99903 жыл бұрын
@@NotOnMyWatchYT I was waiting to see which hole it goes in the strap on the 39mm. I really love the taupe color, only the 39mm is available now.
@dualantauri3 жыл бұрын
@@NotOnMyWatchYT Fortunately* you mean?
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
@@dualantauri Haha, I guess
@ale_862 жыл бұрын
My wrist is 17,5 for you is better the 39?
@Garettful12 жыл бұрын
My wrist is 17.5 . I perfer the 39. The 42 just looks like a sun dial.
@Nicool333 Жыл бұрын
You gotta get the 42 as it’s truer to the original.
@pannan802 жыл бұрын
Beautiful watches but for the same price you can get a higher WR,screw down crown and a solid back from other makers.
@hjander Жыл бұрын
Appreciate correct pronunciation of model in German. Nice video.
@NotOnMyWatchYT Жыл бұрын
Thanks! 😃
@dapetik7 ай бұрын
I bought a 42mm Laco and really think it's too big for my 7.5" wrist. I'm gonna order a 40mm instead.
@manfre61673 жыл бұрын
How can i take my wrist size? And which is yours?
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
You just measure the circumference of your wrist. Mine is 17cm/6.7 inches :)
@manfre61673 жыл бұрын
@@NotOnMyWatchYT mine is 16-16.5 , i ordered a 39 aachen. It will arrive tomorrow... let s see , but 42 i think was too big for my wrist
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
39 should be perfect for you, wear it in good health :)
@gonzague38203 жыл бұрын
does the diameter takes the crown ?
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
The diameter is just the case without the crown :)
@gonzague38203 жыл бұрын
@@NotOnMyWatchYT ooff I'll buy the 39 then
@cs9742 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for helping me decide!!
@NotOnMyWatchYT Жыл бұрын
I am glad to help! Thanks a lot for watching :)
@physiocrat71433 жыл бұрын
I was tempted but even the smaller one is too big. Japanese WW2 pilots used pocket watches hung round their necks.
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
They used to make some in 36mm, you might be able to find one pre-owned :)
@robertb.3651 Жыл бұрын
Bigger is always better 😎😎😎
@NotOnMyWatchYT Жыл бұрын
😎😎😎
@Ferien73 жыл бұрын
Diameter is the least important dimension when judging size imo. Thickness and lug to lug are much more important.
@NotOnMyWatchYT3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, I think all three are important!
@75thteaster542 жыл бұрын
42 mm for sure that’s the whole point is to stand out..
@seanhickling7340 Жыл бұрын
The 39mm does not look better at all. People buy watches that are far too small.
@kermitage3 жыл бұрын
Skip Laco, get Escapement Time Flieger Typ B from Aliexpress - thank me later :)
@9alt03 жыл бұрын
Though I prefer Tisell (Korean brand, favorably reviewed on YT and built a pretty good reputation on watchuseek) for about $100 more, I tend to agree. Personally hard for me to justify paying ~400 for a miyota 821a when I can get the superior, higher beat 90s5 in the Tisell for about half the price and with better features (heat treated blued hands, superior lume, domed sapphire with blue AR coating). Customer service with Tisell is amazing as well. Laco ought to update their budget line :/