Did you both use the measuring thing & it was off, or just guessed?
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Did you both use the measuring thing & it was off, or just guessed?
I used the Apple guide. I would say it was off by a 1/4”, for those that like a snug fit like the sport band.
According to the size guide, a 6” wrist measurement would need a size 5.
No wonder it was too big.
That is terrific! If only I didn't already have two Sport Loops and a Sport Band in "coral." I don't know what happened. I had a Series 0 with a white sport band for two and a half years and then I bought a Series 3 with a sport loop and . . . .
It is going to look really good with the series 6. I had to cancel the blue braid as I had ordered the wrong size. At the moment, it is pushed back until the end of November. Lol If my reordered Solo loop size 6 fits better, I will reorder the blue braid.
Thanks for your picture of the blue braid.
Your downfall was reading the bands thread on the forum.
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According to the size guide, a 6” wrist measurement would need a size 5.
No wonder it was too big.
According to a report by 9To5Mac.com an Apple employee suggested going down 2 sizes. If you try them on let us know
According to the size guide, a 6” wrist measurement would need a size 5.
No wonder it was too big.
Thank you! I swear I measured, and put in the measurement, and it told me to order a 6. Maybe I was just too excited and not paying close enough attention. LOL
How hard/easy is it to take off your Apple Watch with one of these new Solo Loops? I love the super clean look but I don't know about getting it over my ham fist.
In my limited experience at the store today, it's easy enough but not too easy.
It's one of those things unfortunately really requires being done in person for fit and feel.
I found the Solo Loop to not be very stretchy. I had to be very careful not to scratch my watch with my wedding rings when I put on the loop. It began to drive me crazy after awhile because of the lack of stretch and not being able to adjust it throughout the day. It fits perfectly but I am returning it because of the lack of adjustability. It also looks cheap to me... sorry just my opinion of course.
I seem to have lucked out with ordering the size suggested (measurement was just barely on the 7 side of the 7|8 line, I ordered 7) and having it fit, and having it be super comfy.
Not wearing rings any more, but I do find the Solo Band easier to put on if I rotate it 180° so the watch body is in line with my palm (saves trouble with the watch going over knuckles), and then rotating it back around at my wrist. Might help with rings.
I wonder if anyone’s tried putting it on directly around their wrist - as in attach the band to one side of the watch, wrap the band around your wrist, then slot it into the watch on the other side. Would probably be kind of fiddly, but might be easier for some.
Not wearing rings any more, but I do find the Solo Band easier to put on if I rotate it 180° so the watch body is in line with my palm (saves trouble with the watch going over knuckles), and then rotating it back around at my wrist. Might help with rings.
I wonder if anyone’s tried putting it on directly around their wrist - as in attach the band to one side of the watch, wrap the band around your wrist, then slot it into the watch on the other side. Would probably be kind of fiddly, but might be easier for some.
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Well...as promised...Apple just charged me and is getting ready to ship my 44mm Inverness Green Braided Solo Loop band...hah! I hope it is worth the 2 month wait.Just ordered a braided band and not delivering for more than 2 months.