The 39 is nice but might be a bit small for your wrist size. No real way of knowing unless you have the opportunity to try one on or compare them

The 8900's are great but can be on the thicker side as well, which some like and some don't, so shop around until you find the size that works best for you.

Good luck.

 

Congratulations on an amazing milestone! Maybe contact several Omega authorized dealers to see if anyone has the watch?

 

I tried this on at an AD a while back and at 46mm case size I was worried that it would be too big for my 7 1/2 inch wrist but it actually wore smaller and was a perfect fit so the 43.5 should fit your wrist fine.

 

It sounds like you deserve the watch and CONGRATS on 40 years of marriage. I have a 43.5 black dial PLANET OCEAN on the bracelet and really like it. I understand that I am in the minority but I really like tall watches with wrist presence and the PLANET OCEAN definitely has that. It sounds like you do too at 6'2" tall and 240 pounds. IMO the 39 would look like a woman's watch on your >7" wrist. Good luck with your decision.

 

first of all: congrats are in order

second: If the 43.5 won't fit the wrist of a 6'2"x240lbs guy, I really don't know who's that watch for

good hunt

 

first of all: congrats are in order

second: If the 43.5 won't fit the wrist of a 6'2"x240lbs guy, I really don't know who's that watch for

good hunt

😄 Yeah, I guess you’re right there 😆

 

I don't see a problem for someone of that size, weight and wrist size. In fact, I would be looking at the Omega Ultra Deep.

 

I have tried a 39 mm Planet Ocean not long ago. Very very beautiful watch, but the dial looked small to me (in my 19 cm. or 7.5 inch wrist).

 

Yes, I always go by the dial size on how a watch looks on the wrist. Small dials/large bezels see to wear small for me even at a 44mm size (6'6", 8" wrist). But I like 39-42mm watches when the dial is large and the bezel, if any, is thinner. Also like thinner watches vs thick which I tend to bang on door frames. A matter of personal taste I suppose.

 

I’m a similar build and I wear the older 45.5. 43.5 will fit you perfectly

 

Congrats on 40 years. That's amazing.

 

Thanks for all the replies guys, I appreciate it.

 

At your size and wrist, I would think 43.5. I have an 8 1/4 inch wrist and regularly wear watches that thick; whether that suits your or not is largely a matter of personal preference. It helps that I wear made-to-measure oxford shirts with the cuffs slightly widened to allow thicker dive watches to disappear.

I'm similar, I rarely ask my spouse or our (three) children for anything. No socks, but lots of sweaters 27 years in....I guess that would irk the sweater-hater who posted earlier.

Congratulations on the anniversary!

 

Nothing to add that hasn't already been said, but Congrats on 40! Just passed 20 myself, and got a watch from it too.

 

Is the 39.5mm even available with the 8900 movement? I was under the impression you could only get the 8800 in the 39.5mm version and the 8900 in the 43.5mm?
My info may be out of date though 🙃

 

I was going to say the same thing, you’re not just choosing between watch dimensions, you’re choosing between movement functions.

8900 gets you a quick set hour hand
8800 gets you a quick set date

 

Based on your size and preferences with your other watches, the 43.5 is a no brainer. I tend to prefer smaller watches with a wrist just under 7 inches. I tried on a 39.5 and it just looked off. I think it's too thick compared to it's diameter.

It really would be best if you could try both on but if that's absolutely not possible I would go with the 43.5. I'm 99% certain you would prefer it.

 

7.75” wrist (5’10 230lbs) and like others have said, the POs look smaller in person. 45.5mm is the only size I would consider but I think that is only chronographs and don’t really want that on a diver (personal preference).

 

I wore a Tissot seastar chronograph for a few years, in part due to the larger size, also 45.5 (it was quartz). when they rolled out a larger seastar automatic, that's where i went. i didn't hate the chrono but wasn't thrilled by it either.

 

43,5! I agree with the wrist presence, I think it will fit like a glove on you!
Congratulations on such a beautiful milestone.

 

I think you answered your own question. The 16.1 height of the PO is just too thick for me. I wouldn't wear that unless I am down at the resort or going into the water. Actually I wouldn't even buy it because of the thickness. The 39 PO doesn't make it any better still too thick. Dive watches are just big thick watches today. The first Gen PO was the best in my opinion, better proportions. The current movements are slightly better than first gen, but the old PO's ran well within COSC spec. The current fifty fathoms is a 45 and 15.4 thick. My opinion is try to keep it under 15mm My.02.

 

I have the 39.5 but I have a 6.75" wrist. I did have the 43.5mm and it was fine for my wrist, I just didn't like the weight of it. I really think the bigger one will look better on you.

 

My wrist size is 8" and I prefer the 39.5 model. I also had the same watch in 43.5, but the smaller one is much more comfortable to wear. It is much lighter and wraps around the arm beautifully. It is the exact opposite of top heavy, which is more the case with the larger one.

If you get a chance, try them both on. I am quite sure that you will decide very quickly for the 39.5.

 

That 39mm fits you perfectly! I never thought I'd see a PO look so nicely proportioned on a wrist. I guess it's nice to have an 8 in wrist because those PO are stout! Love the design and style, but not the huge size.....very beautiful reference model.

I'm going to have a look at the 39. I've got a 7.5 wrist, but the last time I looked at the PO, it was a 43mm.....it was monstrous looking on my wrist !

 

I am same size all way around. I have a 44mm superocean on now. But it is thin under 13mm. When I get home I can take some wrists shots with my 14 mm black back and a 42mm superocean. Not pushing any brand just trying to show what I own and how they look or wear on me. Ultimately you will have to find a way to try something on yourself before you commit. The black bay does not feel thick when on wrist. I may go to look at another breitling tomorrow. That ad also sells omega. If they have the planet oceans on display I will try them on and take a picture. If my plans change tomorrow I'm sorry so don't hold me to it.





































































































































































































Also congrats on the 40 years of marriage.

 

I'm a new owner of a 43.5mm as of about a week ago. With the lugs being as short as they are, the 43.5 seems definitely the way to go for you. My wrists are 7.5" and it fits beautifully. Wouldn't want it smaller. Yeah its thick but the smaller watch is not much less.

But if you can, I would find a place that has both and experience each in person if thats at all possible.

 

Try WatchRecon to search for new or near new watches.

 

The 45.5mm version works for me (7 inch wrist). The short lugs makes it work well, IMHO.

Thanks.

 

I would reach out to this guy. Very reputable and this one is brand new with Omega warranty and AD papers.

FS - Omega Planet Ocean Seamaster Blue Dial 43.5MM BNIB

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Automatic Men's Watch, Ref 215.30.44.21.03.001, 43.5 Stainless steel case with a stainless steel bracelet, Uni-directional rotating stainless steel bezel with a blue ceramic inlay, Blue dial with luminous silver-tone hands and index hour markers, Arabic numerals mark...

omegaforums.net

 

I've had excellent experience here as well......

planet+ocean Search | WatchBox

planet+ocean

www.thewatchbox.com

 

Congrats on the big 40!!!