CAUGHT IN THE MIDDLE

Forum Friends:

So... I've been giving my most recent acquired AT-3568 wrist time of about 3-4 days a week for the last 2 months. I ordered a XS rubber strap when purchased because I have smaller wrists. The hole I currently use is dead center on the strap. If I use the next hole larger, due to the weight of the watch, it becomes a bit loose and top heavy and doesn't sit secure on my wrist.

The situation is that the hole being currently used is alittle to tight. My AD said that in time with wear, the strap will "mold" and stretch a bit which should make it a more comfortable fit.

As an option, he also suggested that you can "mix" a XS and STANDARD strap so you can get a little more length.

Has anyone tried this option on any watch and did it provide good results? Has your rubber strap "Given" over time?

I know a bracelet would give a more custom fit, but I prefer the look of a rubber strap on this model and not any additional weight.

As the title says...I'm caught in the middle.

Thanks for your experiences and/or any suggestions...

Andy

Andy,

I don't know what advice to give you... but I know exactly what you mean.

I am not sure if the rubber strap would "loosen up" after a while, but one thing for sure... my wrist does change in size depending on the weather... (I know that sounded bad, but it does).

Sometimes I feel the strap/bracelet is too tight... then in the afternoon, it feels just fine.

I wish IWC would start introducing more bracelets with micro-adjustment features though. Currently I think only the Da Vinci bracelet offers this feature. What a pity!