The weird things we do
Anyone else do weird things like print out watches to see if they would suit them?
Yeah, I know I got problems.
Also, do you like my new Cartier? 😆
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I haven't printed out a watch to see how it fits, but I have used my calipers and a pencil to mark the dimensions of a watch on my wrist to get an idea of how it would fit. 🤣
i didn’t print it but yes quite similar to you i would use a ruler to measure the dimensions, draw it on paper, cut it out and place it on my wrist to see if it is too big/small haha!
I haven't printed out a watch to see how it fits, but I have used my calipers and a pencil to mark the dimensions of a watch on my wrist to get an idea of how it would fit. 🤣
I have the calibers in my office for that purpose, to hold them up against the watch I'm currently wearing.
I don’t want to admit I have done this…🤫
I have really thought about getting a 3D printer and try to 3D print watch cases in order get a sense of scale
i didn’t print it but yes quite similar to you i would use a ruler to measure the dimensions, draw it on paper, cut it out and place it on my wrist to see if it is too big/small haha!
Woohoo! That's close enough! Not just me 😁
I have really thought about getting a 3D printer and try to 3D print watch cases in order get a sense of scale
Oh wow, that would be next level! 👌
I haven't printed out a watch to see how it fits, but I have used my calipers and a pencil to mark the dimensions of a watch on my wrist to get an idea of how it would fit. 🤣
This - and a sharpie
I don't think it's a problem LOL I wish it was easy to see if it suits you rather than going into AD all the time. I do love the Cartier
😂 I do this on Tuesday with the image of a Speedmaster 😂 the only way I can afford one 😂
I definitely do not do this. What. A. Weirdo.
…what a brilliant idea…
I don't do this, but I have my own collection of weird idiosyncrasies
This is a brilliant idea 😂
Top rate idea....It might save a lot of collectors disappointments !
it wears much thinner than expected!😉
It slips under the cuff like a dream. Shall I do a full review? 🤔
I've never done this, but wouldn't it be great if manufacturers could provide 3D printed samples of their watches made to exactly match the true dimensions, to allow you to determine if the watch would be suitable for your wrist.
I recently struggled with a decision between a medium and large version of a watch from a brand that doesn't have an AD within hundreds of miles of where I live. I would have gladly spent a few bucks to send away for 3D printed samples that would have allowed me to determine which size would have been best suited to my wrists. Of course the big drawback with this is that there are so many factors other than the pure dimensions that impact how a watch actually wears on the wrist, such as dial color, bezel width, etc.
As far as your Cartier goes, assuming that the printed size accurately matches the real watch, I think it would look great on you.
Yes, I managed to fudge it to scale, except the depths a bit off.
I would definitely get a 3d printed version if they did them. They could even give you return packaging so you could send it back and reduce waste.
Yes, I managed to fudge it to scale, except the depths a bit off.
I would definitely get a 3d printed version if they did them. They could even give you return packaging so you could send it back and reduce waste.
Perhaps you could glue the paper version on some Styrofoam backing, and use an exacto knife to cut it to shape to get a better idea of the height :-)
Are you in the same boat as I am, with no Cartier AD available within a reasonable driving distance? I was lucky enough to be able to try on the large version of the watch I was considering, as one of the other members of our local watch enthusiasts group had recently purchased one. Without that opportunity, I'd probably still be debating which size to go for.
No...but now this is something I think I'll need to start doing myself! Genius! 👌
Don’t pay for this one if you haven’t already. It has some issues with the bracelet and can fall off your wrist any time soon 😂😂😂
PS. What a great idea! I must try this out. You opened the world of luxury watches for me, thank you so much!
Never thought about trying that. I can't wait to try my new A Lange Sohn 1815 chronograph in pink gold!
I don’t want to admit I have done this…🤫
I hate to admit that I have NOT thought of this. what a good idea
Don’t pay for this one if you haven’t already. It has some issues with the bracelet and can fall off your wrist any time soon 😂😂😂
PS. What a great idea! I must try this out. You opened the world of luxury watches for me, thank you so much!
Now you mention, it does feel a little loose 😆 I may try a Patek next.
Hey, it's whatever floats your boat! That doesn't work with many other items though, like, shoes :)
I have never done this. The weird thing I tend to do is glue felt to metal buttons inside my jacket cuffs to protect my watch
I have never done this. The weird thing I tend to do is glue felt to metal buttons inside my jacket cuffs to protect my watch
Me too!
Oooo.. printed matte dial.. 😂😂😂
I did print out one a while ago but it was always stuck on the same time and it wasn't waterproof. But I did get a good idea of its size on my wrist. 😀
You won’t believe it, but I had just printed the Tank and was looking for more pictures when I came across this post. It’s good to know I’m not alone in this. 😂😂😂
I have never done this. The weird thing I tend to do is glue felt to metal buttons inside my jacket cuffs to protect my watch
actually, not a bad idea!