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Will a 38mm band fit my new 42mm Apple Watch Series 11?

Hi,


I will buy the new Watch 11 42mm and I was wondering if the strap of a 38mm Watch 3 series will fit on the new Watch 42mm. One person says no and another one says yes.


thank you!


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Original Title: 38mm band on 42mm watch?

Apple Watch Series 6, watchOS 11

Posted on Sep 11, 2025 12:39 PM

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Will a 38mm band fit my new 42mm Apple Watch Series 11?

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