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jwkunkle · 28 February 2010, 10:46 AM

Greetings guys. I have been eye-balling a DateJust Turn-O-Graph Z-Series. I have grown accustomed to looking down at the wrist and seeing a large watch (PAM 005, Omega PO XL...etc). I do not have exceptionally large wrists, usually have to remove two links from the bracelet of a new watch.

Looking for your opinion on the size of the Datejust on the wrist? I am going to go to the local AD and try one on, but though I like the looks of the watch, I am concerned that the DJ will look too small.

I know that this is a subjective question, but wanted to get opinions from the experts regardless. Maybe even a couple of wrist shots?

Look forward to any/all comments.

Josh

Joey_V · 28 February 2010, 10:48 AM

36mm is too small.

esm · 28 February 2010, 10:48 AM

it is your lucky day..... :-)

if 36mm is too small for you, you can always try on the DateJust II (41mm)

Dr. Robert · 28 February 2010, 10:48 AM

A Rolex wears lager than it is. I have a 6.75" wrist & a 36mm datejust

Art 1 · 28 February 2010, 10:50 AM

For me 36 is too small and 40 is just right. Many, many people wear a 36 and have no problem with it.

Welshwatchman · 28 February 2010, 11:02 AM

I actually think the 36mm wears a little better than the 41mm DJ2, unless the wrist is a particularly chunky one.

Put a 36mm DJ on a 7.75" wrist and a "clock watch" on a 6.5" wrist, which one looks the sillier?

Andad · 28 February 2010, 11:11 AM

Hi Josh,

I am wearing my DD this weekend. Wrist is 7.5".
I mostly wear my 40mm's.
From some angles a 36mm does look a bit small but it feels good on my wrist and after a few hours of wearing it it just feels 'normal'.

Dr.Brian · 28 February 2010, 11:16 AM

36mm has been a fine men's size for generations. Fashion may have changed a bit for the bigger is better crowd over the last decade or so, but that doesn't make 36mm too small. My wrist (7.5+) is wide enough for a 44mm Panerai to fit fine, but a 34mm Airking or 36mm datejust look just fine. The smaller watches have a much larger relative face area, compared to the sub for example, so they appear larger than they are.
You may get a new 41mm Thunderbird this year at Basel, but be prepared to wait a while and pay a lot. (Don't forget that it may be too long for your wrist.)
Regards,

ral · 28 February 2010, 01:25 PM

36mm is just right for me... but I do feel the pressure to get something bigger of the current trend to bigger watches making 36mm "feel" like a ladies size.

RolexPete · 28 February 2010, 10:17 PM

36mm is perfect. The 34mm Date sometimes seems small, but the 36mm Datejust is perfect. I am 6'1". 210#

padi56 · 28 February 2010, 10:22 PM

Well myself have not got a problem wearing DJ or OP or even vintage around 30mm.

The GMT Master · 28 February 2010, 10:25 PM

36mm is perfect for a dress watch

jwkunkle · 28 February 2010, 11:16 PM

Thanks for all the comments guys. Much appreciated!!

RolexPete · 28 February 2010, 11:21 PM

No problem Josh. Let us know what you decide.

HL65 · 28 February 2010, 11:23 PM

If 36mm looks like this--I will take 36mm all day long!!!!!

presplatm1.jpg

CPTL · 1 March 2010, 12:47 AM

Again, 36mm is an absolutely fine size for a watch. It will feel small when you switch over from a PAM, but you'll get used to it in no time and will grow to love it. DJ is a great daily wearer.

Dan Pierce · 1 March 2010, 12:58 AM

I typically wear 40mm but enjoy the comfort of wearing my 36mm DJ on occasion, especially w/ dress shirts.

dP

GMK · 1 March 2010, 01:00 AM

I just got a TT DJ for christmas and needed an extra link added to fit my wrist. I think it is the perfect dress watch. I have a GMT-2c and a Breitling Superocean and do not think the 36mm DJ is too small. The DJ wears as if I have nothing on my wrist as compared to the other 2 watches. That is exactly what I want for my dress watch!!!

slcbbrown · 1 March 2010, 01:04 AM

My first was a TT GMT in 1973, but I mostly wear my father's 1950's TT TOG. You can't go wrong with a 36mm watch. A Rolex is always masculine looking, no matter which size, and wears larger than the size. A DJ works with jeans or suit, but the sport models often a bit goofy looking with dressier shirts.

I've got two DJ's and a sub, but my favorite will always be the TOG.

Gerardus · 1 March 2010, 01:18 AM

Looks okay!

SCD · 1 March 2010, 03:14 PM

For most normal people who own one watch they get from a department store when the old one breaks 36mm is a normal size for a watch. I like my 34mm Air King as much as my 36mm Day-Date as much as my 45mm Victorinox XLS-MT. They all fit just great, and it's fun to have a variety of sizes.

sevykor · 1 March 2010, 04:40 PM

Size, or at least for me, is determined by wardrobe. If I wear a suit, even a 34mm watch seems to work well on my 8" wrist. For casual and short sleeve wear, 40mm is the absolute minimum and 42mm is more ideal. I owned the 36mm datejust and it was fine with long sleeve business casual to formal wear.

CKLinLA · 1 March 2010, 04:53 PM

It used to be that a wrist watch had to be narrower and in ''proportion'' to your wrist, but this convention or 'rule' seems to have broken down in recent years. What looks and feels right to you is what matters, so do what you like/prefer. I have seen some people with watches as wide or wider than their wrists.

My opinion is that the watch design and features should be the main determinant of attraciveness (and draw attention, or not) to the watch, and not its unusual size, large or small.

Denver Dick · 2 March 2010, 03:35 AM

Here is a 36mm on my 8 3/8" wrist. I've been wearing it for 23+ years. It looks fine on my wrist and would look great on a 7 1/2" wrist. I have to add a couple of links and move the adjustments all the way out on a Jubilee bracelet.

Remember, guys that go for really big watches on wrists that are smaller than 8" may be trying to compensate for something. Now, I'm not saying that this is true in all cases, but it's something to think about.

Maxtor · 2 March 2010, 05:08 AM

I am 6'4" and 200lbs. I wear the Explorer I and like how it looks (36mm).

Beauty truly is in the eye of the beholder.

Try it on and you will know if it is right for you when you have it on your wrist.

Good luck with your choice.

JBat · 2 March 2010, 05:22 AM

I think the 36mm DJ is a classic mens size, and always will be.

dieseldragon · 2 March 2010, 05:28 AM

I wear a 34mm AirKing on a daily basis, I think it looks good, but is also not so much of a "lump" on the wrist, at weekend/ going out I wear the bigger watches. I used to wear a Sub on a daily basis and enjoyed it, but after wearing the AirKing for the last 4 months, I feel a bit less weighed down.

Having said that, I miss the Sub and have put it back on the shopping list, but wont be wearing it on a daily basis.

scottschoe · 2 March 2010, 05:30 AM

Too small for most watches, although I'll take exception to precious metal models.

DSJ · 2 March 2010, 05:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

36mm is perfect for a dress watch

Indeed!

ocwatching · 2 March 2010, 05:40 AM

I just put on my 36mm DJ after 4 days with my 44mm PAM 312 on a ski trip. The DJ just suits the office shirt/tie scene a bit more.

but its all good...wear/buy what you feel comfortable...

28 February 2010, 10:46 AM	#1
jwkunkle 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Josh Location: Indiana Watch: The Next One Posts: 645	Datejust 36mm Size Opinions Greetings guys. I have been eye-balling a DateJust Turn-O-Graph Z-Series. I have grown accustomed to looking down at the wrist and seeing a large watch (PAM 005, Omega PO XL...etc). I do not have exceptionally large wrists, usually have to remove two links from the bracelet of a new watch. Looking for your opinion on the size of the Datejust on the wrist? I am going to go to the local AD and try one on, but though I like the looks of the watch, I am concerned that the DJ will look too small. I know that this is a subjective question, but wanted to get opinions from the experts regardless. Maybe even a couple of wrist shots? Look forward to any/all comments. Josh

28 February 2010, 10:48 AM	#2
Joey_V "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Joey Location: Dallas, TX Watch: SS Sub 16610 M Posts: 3,824	36mm is too small. __________________ Current Rotation: Rolex Submariner Date (M) - 1/08, Rolex Milgauss GV (V) - 2/10, Rolex SS Black Daytona (V) - 6/10, Rolex GMTIIC (G) - 5/11, TAG Heuer Silverstone (286/1860) - 1/2015 Former-watches: Omega PO/2535.80/2254, TAG Carrera/F1x2/Monaco, Panerai 312K/292L Wish List: Panerai 270/505, Rolex SMURF, Rolex RG Daytona, Rolex DSSD

28 February 2010, 11:02 AM	#6
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	I actually think the 36mm wears a little better than the 41mm DJ2, unless the wrist is a particularly chunky one. Put a 36mm DJ on a 7.75" wrist and a "clock watch" on a 6.5" wrist, which one looks the sillier? __________________ ..33

28 February 2010, 11:16 AM	#8
Dr.Brian 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: CA dreamin' Watch: ing the market. Posts: 5,897	36mm has been a fine men's size for generations. Fashion may have changed a bit for the bigger is better crowd over the last decade or so, but that doesn't make 36mm too small. My wrist (7.5+) is wide enough for a 44mm Panerai to fit fine, but a 34mm Airking or 36mm datejust look just fine. The smaller watches have a much larger relative face area, compared to the sub for example, so they appear larger than they are. You may get a new 41mm Thunderbird this year at Basel, but be prepared to wait a while and pay a lot. (Don't forget that it may be too long for your wrist.) Regards, __________________ -Brian AUDENTES FORTUNA IUVAT 十人十色

28 February 2010, 10:17 PM	#10
RolexPete "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Peter Location: Massachusetts Watch: 214270 Mk2 Posts: 1,937	36mm is perfect. The 34mm Date sometimes seems small, but the 36mm Datejust is perfect. I am 6'1". 210# __________________ 2016 Explorer 214270 Mk2 - 1996 Submariner 14060* - 1972 Datejust 1601 1972 Oyster Perpetual 1002 - 1978 Oysterquartz 17000 Omega Seamaster 2265.80 - Omega Seamaster 300 166.0324 *RIP PAL 1942-2015

28 February 2010, 10:48 AM	#3
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	it is your lucky day..... :-) if 36mm is too small for you, you can always try on the DateJust II (41mm)

28 February 2010, 10:48 AM	#4
Dr. Robert 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 61,234	A Rolex wears lager than it is. I have a 6.75" wrist & a 36mm datejust

28 February 2010, 10:50 AM	#5
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	For me 36 is too small and 40 is just right. Many, many people wear a 36 and have no problem with it.

28 February 2010, 01:25 PM	#9
ral Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 650	36mm is just right for me... but I do feel the pressure to get something bigger of the current trend to bigger watches making 36mm "feel" like a ladies size.

28 February 2010, 10:22 PM	#11
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,236	Well myself have not got a problem wearing DJ or OP or even vintage around 30mm. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

28 February 2010, 10:25 PM	#12
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,148	36mm is perfect for a dress watch

28 February 2010, 11:16 PM	#13
jwkunkle 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Josh Location: Indiana Watch: The Next One Posts: 645	Thanks for all the comments guys. Much appreciated!!

28 February 2010, 11:21 PM	#14
RolexPete "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Peter Location: Massachusetts Watch: 214270 Mk2 Posts: 1,937	No problem Josh. Let us know what you decide. __________________ 2016 Explorer 214270 Mk2 - 1996 Submariner 14060* - 1972 Datejust 1601 1972 Oyster Perpetual 1002 - 1978 Oysterquartz 17000 Omega Seamaster 2265.80 - Omega Seamaster 300 166.0324 *RIP PAL 1942-2015

28 February 2010, 11:23 PM	#15
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,389	If 36mm looks like this--I will take 36mm all day long!!!!! presplatm1.jpg __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

1 March 2010, 12:47 AM	#16
CPTL "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Texas on my mind Watch: Sub Date; SS/WG DJ Posts: 2,445	Again, 36mm is an absolutely fine size for a watch. It will feel small when you switch over from a PAM, but you'll get used to it in no time and will grow to love it. DJ is a great daily wearer. __________________ 16610 Submariner Date; D Serial 16234 DateJust SS with WG Fluted Bezel & Jubillee, White Roman Dial; F Serial 16570 Explorer II White Dial; M Serial And Hers: 78240 Mid-Size DateJust SS with Domed Bezel & Oyster, White Roman; D Serial

1 March 2010, 12:58 AM	#17
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 35,724	I typically wear 40mm but enjoy the comfort of wearing my 36mm DJ on occasion, especially w/ dress shirts. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

1 March 2010, 01:00 AM	#18
GMK "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Alexandria, VA Watch: GMT-2C & TT DJ Posts: 110	I just got a TT DJ for christmas and needed an extra link added to fit my wrist. I think it is the perfect dress watch. I have a GMT-2c and a Breitling Superocean and do not think the 36mm DJ is too small. The DJ wears as if I have nothing on my wrist as compared to the other 2 watches. That is exactly what I want for my dress watch!!!

1 March 2010, 01:04 AM	#19
slcbbrown "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: steve Location: dallas area Watch: 50's TT t-bird Posts: 3,688	My first was a TT GMT in 1973, but I mostly wear my father's 1950's TT TOG. You can't go wrong with a 36mm watch. A Rolex is always masculine looking, no matter which size, and wears larger than the size. A DJ works with jeans or suit, but the sport models often a bit goofy looking with dressier shirts. I've got two DJ's and a sub, but my favorite will always be the TOG.

1 March 2010, 01:18 AM	#20
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: EU Watch: ♕ Posts: 11,859	Looks okay! __________________ ♕16570 ♕126610 ♕126333

1 March 2010, 03:14 PM	#21
SCD "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: SF Bay Area, CA Posts: 511	For most normal people who own one watch they get from a department store when the old one breaks 36mm is a normal size for a watch. I like my 34mm Air King as much as my 36mm Day-Date as much as my 45mm Victorinox XLS-MT. They all fit just great, and it's fun to have a variety of sizes.

1 March 2010, 04:40 PM	#22
sevykor "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 464	Size, or at least for me, is determined by wardrobe. If I wear a suit, even a 34mm watch seems to work well on my 8" wrist. For casual and short sleeve wear, 40mm is the absolute minimum and 42mm is more ideal. I owned the 36mm datejust and it was fine with long sleeve business casual to formal wear.

1 March 2010, 04:53 PM	#23
CKLinLA "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: KL Location: ... Los Angeles Watch: Explorer II Black Posts: 1,434	It used to be that a wrist watch had to be narrower and in ''proportion'' to your wrist, but this convention or 'rule' seems to have broken down in recent years. What looks and feels right to you is what matters, so do what you like/prefer. I have seen some people with watches as wide or wider than their wrists. My opinion is that the watch design and features should be the main determinant of attraciveness (and draw attention, or not) to the watch, and not its unusual size, large or small. __________________ Explorer II 1655; Day Date 1803; Submariner 14060; Deepsea Sea-Dweller 116660; 5-Digit Datejusts; Perpetual Date 1500 and 15000; Pelagos FXD M25707B; Omega Dynamic 'Targa Florio' 5291.51.07; 'Good Planet' GMT 232.30.44.22.03.001; Planet Ocean 215.30.40.20.03.002; Zenith Chronomaster Original 03.3200.3600/22.M3200.

2 March 2010, 03:35 AM	#24
Denver Dick "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Wayne Location: Ventura County CA Watch: TT DateJust 16013 Posts: 428	Here is a 36mm on my 8 3/8" wrist. I've been wearing it for 23+ years. It looks fine on my wrist and would look great on a 7 1/2" wrist. I have to add a couple of links and move the adjustments all the way out on a Jubilee bracelet. Remember, guys that go for really big watches on wrists that are smaller than 8" may be trying to compensate for something. Now, I'm not saying that this is true in all cases, but it's something to think about. __________________ Rolex DateJust 16013 Omega Railmaster 2503.52

2 March 2010, 05:08 AM	#25
Maxtor 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Max Location: Toronto Watch: Exp 1, DJ Tuxedo Posts: 2,438	I am 6'4" and 200lbs. I wear the Explorer I and like how it looks (36mm). Beauty truly is in the eye of the beholder. Try it on and you will know if it is right for you when you have it on your wrist. Good luck with your choice.

2 March 2010, 05:22 AM	#26
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	I think the 36mm DJ is a classic mens size, and always will be.

2 March 2010, 05:28 AM	#27
dieseldragon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Ian Location: Spain Watch: Ω & ♛ Posts: 1,321	I wear a 34mm AirKing on a daily basis, I think it looks good, but is also not so much of a "lump" on the wrist, at weekend/ going out I wear the bigger watches. I used to wear a Sub on a daily basis and enjoyed it, but after wearing the AirKing for the last 4 months, I feel a bit less weighed down. Having said that, I miss the Sub and have put it back on the shopping list, but wont be wearing it on a daily basis. __________________ Rolex GMT, Zenith Chronomaster Sport, Zenith Pilot type 20 40mm, IWC mkXVI, Tudor BB58, Glashütte Original SeaQ 39. 5

2 March 2010, 05:30 AM	#28
scottschoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: CA Posts: 3,295	Too small for most watches, although I'll take exception to precious metal models. __________________ __________________

2 March 2010, 05:40 AM	#30
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,372	I just put on my 36mm DJ after 4 days with my 44mm PAM 312 on a ski trip. The DJ just suits the office shirt/tie scene a bit more. but its all good...wear/buy what you feel comfortable... __________________ too much into watches...

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