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Old 13 December 2020, 12:53 PM   #61
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My daily wear watch is a Seiko diver, the 42.6mm 62 MAS. When I tried a 36 mm Datejust, it looked really, really small. My wrist is close to 8 inches. So, to me, depends on one’s size. 41mm seems right for me, might not be for everyone.

The trend, though, now seems to be turning to smaller sizes.

I have a G.I. Hamilton issued to me a very long time ago. It’s a 34mm watch. Seems tiny.

Regardless the trend, you should wear what makes you comfortable.

I tried the 41 DJ. Didn't work as well with my 6.7 wrist. The 36 was a no brainer for me. It I had a 7.5 or bigger wrist, I would've probably picked the other one.




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Old 14 December 2020, 12:50 PM   #62
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Black is the new orange. Just picked it up this DJ 36 mm. Couldn't be happier with the size.




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Old 16 December 2020, 03:35 AM   #63
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Depends on what you have previously word. Before my DJ I had a 40mm Breitling Colt GMT. Took a while to get used to my 16200 DJ 36mm. :)
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Old 16 December 2020, 03:38 AM   #64
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That looks sharp!!!
What model is this?
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Old 16 December 2020, 03:39 AM   #65
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6.8 inch wrist here. If I could only wear one watch it would be the 36. However, I think I could pull off a 39 mm Explorer I. >:)
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Old 16 December 2020, 06:20 AM   #66
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Is the datejust 36mm to small ?

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what model is this?

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Old 17 December 2020, 01:45 PM   #67
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36mm is a perfect size, I love the look of anything smaller than 40mm on my 6.75 inch wrist.
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Old 20 December 2020, 01:16 AM   #68
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6.5inch is just fine with 36mm DJ
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Old 21 December 2020, 09:33 AM   #69
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My Tudor Prince 36mm on my flat 7 inch wrist
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Old 21 December 2020, 10:02 AM   #70
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I have a 6.5 inch wrist. I wear a 1983 15003 34mm that suits me just fine. I'm of the camp that if it looks and feels good to you, give it a whirl. I have a 1950 Longines that, while a men's watch, is positively dainty compared to modern watches.
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Old 22 December 2020, 03:55 AM   #71
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The 36mm version is the original, classic and perfectly proportioned Datejust. I tried to love the 41mm version but it just didn't work for me.

It's not only about the actual size. It's about the design/proportions too. It just doesn't look right at 41mm. The 36mm has an elegance to the shape/size that is completely lost on the bigger version. The original size has worked for men for 75 years as the most successful Rolex ever ... so it always surprises me when guys wonder whether it's too small.

Here's my latest, a 126234 on my 6.75-inch wrist.
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Old 22 December 2020, 04:34 AM   #72
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All depends on how you wear it. Loose it feels fine




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Old 22 December 2020, 12:43 PM   #73
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The 36mm version is the original, classic and perfectly proportioned Datejust. I tried to love the 41mm version but it just didn't work for me.

It's not only about the actual size. It's about the design/proportions too. It just doesn't look right at 41mm. The 36mm has an elegance to the shape/size that is completely lost on the bigger version. The original size has worked for men for 75 years as the most successful Rolex ever ... so it always surprises me when guys wonder whether it's too small.

Here's my latest, a 126234 on my 6.75-inch wrist.
Well said. My 36mm white dial DateJust gets more wrist time than my SS Submariner Date, and a 39mm white dial OP. It’s very versatile, and comfortable on my 7 1/2 wrist. It
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Old 25 December 2020, 01:03 PM   #74
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Pics

What this thread needs is pics!

Well everyone responded, which is good.

What isn't so good, in my opinion, is everyone zooming in as close as they can get to the watch on their wrist. In some cases you can hardly even see the wrist, just a gigantic closeup of the watch in question. There's no way in you-know-what that you could judge by the picture whether or not the watch is properly sized for the wrist.

Just think about it. When you're at the AD or at home and you're checking out a watch to see how it fits, do you bring it right up to your face and say "Yeah, that looks great"? More likely you're going to hold your arm by your side or out in front of you to get a better feel for how it looks. It makes sense to get the same view in a photo if you're trying to judge appropriate watch size. Closeups are great if you want to show off a watch, and in truth some of these photos were great, but to answer the OP a more realistic shot of the watch as it sits on the arm would be much more helpful.

Well that's my two cents. Not trying to be snarky here, just offering what I would hope to be some constructive criticism.
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Old 27 December 2020, 02:50 AM   #75
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Here are two somewhat similar photos of my DJ41 41mm and DD1803 36mm. I just noticed I need to cinch up the 1803...sorry

I don't know how big my wrist is.

Size-wise, I prefer the 41.

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Old 27 December 2020, 04:00 AM   #76
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The 36mm version is the original, classic and perfectly proportioned Datejust. I tried to love the 41mm version but it just didn't work for me.

It's not only about the actual size. It's about the design/proportions too. It just doesn't look right at 41mm. The 36mm has an elegance to the shape/size that is completely lost on the bigger version. The original size has worked for men for 75 years as the most successful Rolex ever ... so it always surprises me when guys wonder whether it's too small.

Here's my latest, a 126234 on my 6.75-inch wrist.

same same. Datejust and Day date only 36 for me as well!
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Old 29 December 2020, 01:02 AM   #77
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The 36mm is so utilitarian insofar that it is so comfortable I sometimes forget I am wearing mine. :)
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Old 29 December 2020, 12:36 PM   #78
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36mm is really the most comfortable size. I have 6.5 inch wrist.
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Old 29 December 2020, 01:25 PM   #79
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Here are two somewhat similar photos of my DJ41 41mm and DD1803 36mm. I just noticed I need to cinch up the 1803...sorry

I don't know how big my wrist is.

Size-wise, I prefer the 41.

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For reference, I discovered tonight I have a 7” wrist.
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Old 29 December 2020, 03:35 PM   #80
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I have similar size wrist and 36mm DJ or DD is probably next on my list.


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Old 1 January 2021, 10:33 PM   #81
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6.5 inches wrists here and I would go 36mm or even 34mm with a vintage AK. The 36mm is looking terrific on most wrist sizes, even bigger ones
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Old 1 January 2021, 10:36 PM   #82
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Old 2 January 2021, 11:59 AM   #83
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Hi all.

I'm seeking 2 watches but 1 is a datejust.

My wrist size is 6.5cm across ,
Is the 36mm too small moving forward ?
I love the look of 90's datejusts.
Is this a good idea / investment or with larger sizes being the modern thing is a 36mm a bad idea. I feel the 41mm is beautiful but looks too much and feels a little big.
I like the feel and look of the 36mm but worry I'm not investing right ?
Thoughts ?
This is a classic - 36mm is perfect
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Old 2 January 2021, 05:21 PM   #84
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Old 3 January 2021, 01:09 AM   #85
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Old 3 January 2021, 01:10 AM   #86
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Is the datejust 36mm to small ?

there’s something in the fluted besel that makes it look bigger than its actual size


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Old 8 January 2021, 06:31 AM   #87
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No way a 36mm watch can look good and masculin on any wrist bigger than 6,5”. Vintage or not.
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Old 8 January 2021, 09:02 PM   #88
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No way a 36mm watch can look good and masculin on any wrist bigger than 6,5”. Vintage or not.

That sentence should've started like this:

Considering my bad taste and the fact I enjoy stating my controversial opinions as undeniable facts, "no way....".


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Old 10 January 2021, 04:49 PM   #89
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That sentence should've started like this:

Considering my bad taste and the fact I enjoy stating my controversial opinions as undeniable facts, "no way....".


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Old 11 January 2021, 06:02 AM   #90
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Hi all.

I'm seeking 2 watches but 1 is a datejust.

My wrist size is 6.5cm across ,
Is the 36mm too small moving forward ?
I love the look of 90's datejusts.
Is this a good idea / investment or with larger sizes being the modern thing is a 36mm a bad idea. I feel the 41mm is beautiful but looks too much and feels a little big.
I like the feel and look of the 36mm but worry I'm not investing right ?
Thoughts ?
From time to time I wear a 34mm air king from 1970s.. it works.
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