I, for reference, have a 16.5cm/6.5 inch wrist and I do prefer smaller watches. My upper size limit for everyday watches is 37mm diameter and 44mm lug to lug. My dive watch, which I only wear whilst diving, is bigger of course but as a tool it does not need to fit into my sizing preferences.
Heres my Citizen with the previously mentioned specs on my wrist and as you can see if fills out the wrist quite nicely (which is appropriate for such a sporty/field watch).
If i were you, I would not dismiss the AT 34 due to its "too small" size (I've been looking at this model aswell). Especially because your wrists are even a tad smaller than mine and the Aqua Terra represents a good mic of elegance and sportiness and should thus not wear hugely on ones wrist.
I am a bit late to the party, but as I just (yesterday) tried on a 356 SA Flieger III, I can assure that the thickness is no problem at all, especially if you are wearing the watch on its metal bracelet. Usually, I do not like thick watches either but – to me – it did not feel thick at all, and I wear a Tissot Visodate 40 mm as daily. My wrist is 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) and the size is perfect! Overall, I really enjoyed this watch, especially with the silver dial. Please excuse the poor quality of the image.
Although I really like like the watch, the Sinn UX will always occupy this spot for me. Tegimented case, temperature stabilized accurate quartz movement, oil filled and 5000m water resistant
The "Super Squale Sunray Grey Leather" is a great option too!
38mm diameter, relatively short lug-to-lug of 45mm and not too thick at 12mm. Also, I am a huge fan of the vintage design :)
Everyday watch: Longines Spirit 37mm - 2050€
Diver/Sports: Serica 5303-3 - 1290€
Dress: Grand Seiko SBGW 231 - 2950€
Additional sports/field watch: Serica 4512 California Tuxedo - 690€
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