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This is an old article from 2014. I've never been in one group or the other, but I was thinking about when I actually started to wind down from buying the larger models I own. My collection ranges from 40mm to 55mm. IMO it all comes down to personal preference. I'll make jokes and break balls about it myself. IMO the people who say anything above 40 mm is a clown watch seriously are narrowed minded clowns, one size doesn't fit all in the world of watches. Personally my taste has changed drastically. The XL watches I own would not stand a chance today for my watch dollars. It's not that I would not wear a large watch, but the smaller ones are just more comfortable for me today. If it's something I already have in my collection, I wouldn't think twice about wearing it occasionally, but allocating future funds for more is another story.
https://www.ablogtowatch.com/whats-deal-big-watch-sizes-large-timepiece-explained/
https://www.govbergwatches.com/blog/whats-the-big-deal-with-big-watches/
The Raven Endeavor is one of my more recent additions. This one is closer in size to the Megs I own. I'll always be open-minded if something really sings to me on the high or low end of my comfort range.
RAVEN ENDEAVOUR
THE SPECS: The Endeavour is a 44mm watch (45mm bezel) with a 49.5mm lug to lug. The case is made from anti-allergic medical grade 316L stainless steel and will feature a brushed finish. The movement is the Swiss made ETA 2824-2 automatic. The Endeavour is water resistant to 500 meters with screw down crown and case back. The sapphire is raised flat across the top with chamfered edges. The Endeavour dial features raised (applied) polished hour marks and a raised (applied) Raven logo. The hands are polished. The lume on the dial, hands, and bezel is a heavy dose of Superluminova that glows a blue-green all night long. The bracelet is 22mm at the watch and 22mm at the adjustable divers clasp. The lug holes are drilled for easy removal of the bracelet. The Endeavour will ship in a black leather box and include a 22mm rubber strap, warranty card, and extra spring bars. The finished watches will be ready and shipping around August 2018.
https://www.ablogtowatch.com/whats-deal-big-watch-sizes-large-timepiece-explained/
Size is a funny thing, and once someone buys a larger car, larger home, or bigger television it is difficult to return to a smaller size. The same is true with watches.
https://www.govbergwatches.com/blog/whats-the-big-deal-with-big-watches/
The Raven Endeavor is one of my more recent additions. This one is closer in size to the Megs I own. I'll always be open-minded if something really sings to me on the high or low end of my comfort range.
RAVEN ENDEAVOUR
THE SPECS: The Endeavour is a 44mm watch (45mm bezel) with a 49.5mm lug to lug. The case is made from anti-allergic medical grade 316L stainless steel and will feature a brushed finish. The movement is the Swiss made ETA 2824-2 automatic. The Endeavour is water resistant to 500 meters with screw down crown and case back. The sapphire is raised flat across the top with chamfered edges. The Endeavour dial features raised (applied) polished hour marks and a raised (applied) Raven logo. The hands are polished. The lume on the dial, hands, and bezel is a heavy dose of Superluminova that glows a blue-green all night long. The bracelet is 22mm at the watch and 22mm at the adjustable divers clasp. The lug holes are drilled for easy removal of the bracelet. The Endeavour will ship in a black leather box and include a 22mm rubber strap, warranty card, and extra spring bars. The finished watches will be ready and shipping around August 2018.