Where to find bands for 2nd generation Apple Watch?

Does anyone know where I can find bands for this watch?



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iPhone 15, iOS 18

Posted on Apr 10, 2025 6:51 AM

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Posted on Apr 10, 2025 8:26 AM

Basically the same answer that I provided you for the 1st generation Apple Watch.


Apple Watch bands are surprisingly cross-compatible across generations, with Apple sticking to two main band width sizes: 38/40/41mm and 42/44/45/49mm. So, rather than every Apple Watch model having its own exclusive set of bands, they’re grouped by case size compatibility.


If the band says 38/40/41mm, it fits any watch in that small-size group. If it says 42/44/45/49mm, it fits any large-size watch, including the Ultra.


So, it will depend on the case size for the 1st generation Apple Watch.


For 38mm, they are the:

  • Solo Loop
  • Braided Solo Loop
  • Sport Band
  • Sport Loop
  • Milanese Loop
  • Leather Link
  • Modern Buckle


For 42mm, they are the:

  • Solo Loop
  • Braided Solo Loop
  • Sport Band
  • Sport Loop
  • Milanese Loop
  • Leather Link
  • Link Bracelet
  • Ocean Band
  • Alpine Loop
  • Trail Loop


Regardless, you can get them directly from Apple or literally dozens of other sources.

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Apr 10, 2025 8:26 AM in response to Florida114

Basically the same answer that I provided you for the 1st generation Apple Watch.


Apple Watch bands are surprisingly cross-compatible across generations, with Apple sticking to two main band width sizes: 38/40/41mm and 42/44/45/49mm. So, rather than every Apple Watch model having its own exclusive set of bands, they’re grouped by case size compatibility.


If the band says 38/40/41mm, it fits any watch in that small-size group. If it says 42/44/45/49mm, it fits any large-size watch, including the Ultra.


So, it will depend on the case size for the 1st generation Apple Watch.


For 38mm, they are the:

  • Solo Loop
  • Braided Solo Loop
  • Sport Band
  • Sport Loop
  • Milanese Loop
  • Leather Link
  • Modern Buckle


For 42mm, they are the:

  • Solo Loop
  • Braided Solo Loop
  • Sport Band
  • Sport Loop
  • Milanese Loop
  • Leather Link
  • Link Bracelet
  • Ocean Band
  • Alpine Loop
  • Trail Loop


Regardless, you can get them directly from Apple or literally dozens of other sources.

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