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Mattomatic · 22 January 2019, 07:43 AM

I know there's been multiple threads on the Super (not Maxi

) case over the years.

I've had a BLNR for almost 5 years now. I sometimes felt like the watched looked/wore a bit big. I'm a thin (but tall) guy and my wrist is a flat 6.5". Last year, I took a link out of my BLRN and it completely changed the way the watch wears. It now sits perfectly and actually wears smaller. Like a snug pair of underwear there’s no more flopping.

If you think the super case wears a bit big, it may be because you're wearing your watch too loose.

I notice that many people wearing 5 digits wear them loose. With hallow links and a smaller case, it’s much easier to pull off.

Just my two cents! This may seem obvious, but it took me some time to figure out. I've been enjoying my watch so much more these days, and so I wanted to share with the community in the event that this may help others.

Cheers!
Matt

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Cru Jones · 22 January 2019, 08:33 AM

Looks like a perfect fit.

sco · 22 January 2019, 08:40 AM

Great pictures, glad you have rekindled the love

HogwldFLTR · 22 January 2019, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Mattomatic

Like a snug pair of underwear there’s no more flopping.

Really more image than I need!!!

jdpny · 22 January 2019, 09:14 AM

Agreed, proper fit makes all the difference with this watch.

Mattomatic · 22 January 2019, 09:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Really more image than I need!!!

Apologies! Thought a comparison might be helpful

nikesupremedunk · 22 January 2019, 09:28 AM

When sized right the BLNR wears superb even for a thin wrist (also 6.5”). It sits nice and flat to your wrist. Took me a few tries until I got that perfect fit.

Looks great on you, wear it in good health!

blacke90 · 22 January 2019, 09:32 AM

Looks great on your wrist Matt. What device did you take your 2nd pic with?

Mattomatic · 22 January 2019, 09:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nikesupremedunk

When sized right the BLNR wears superb even for a thin wrist (also 6.5”). It sits nice and flat to your wrist. Took me a few tries until I got that perfect fit.

Looks great on you, wear it in good health!

Thank you sir! Appreciate it

sillo · 22 January 2019, 09:34 AM

Snug is definitely the way to go. I can't stand when a watch slides around on my wrist.

Looks great!

Mattomatic · 22 January 2019, 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blacke90

Looks great on your wrist Matt. What device did you take your 2nd pic with?

Thanks! Both shots were taken with my (Almost now vintage) iPhone 6S. When it's overcast outside I get nearly perfect lighting for photos on my balcony.

lawrence1 · 22 January 2019, 10:07 AM

Looking at the BLNR never gets old.

watchwatcher · 22 January 2019, 10:36 AM

Looks good to me.

GradyPhilpott · 22 January 2019, 10:41 AM

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brandrea · 22 January 2019, 10:43 AM

Looking good Matt

Mattomatic · 22 January 2019, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by lawrence1

Looking at the BLNR never gets old.

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Looks good to me.

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Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Looking good Matt

Quote:

Originally Posted by sillo38

Snug is definitely the way to go. I can't stand when a watch slides around on my wrist.

Looks great!

Thank you gents!

Zuger · 22 January 2019, 01:37 PM

Couldn’t agree more that fit is key. I used to wear my 42mm Explorer II a bit loose and I just didn’t connect with it. I thought it was just too big. However one day I happen to be at an AD talking about it, and the sales associate took it in and removed one link. Boy, did that make a difference! It’s now very snug on my wrist but with the 5mm extension bracelet, I can loosen it if it starts to get uncomfortable.

Etschell · 22 January 2019, 01:44 PM

People who like 5 digit cases should buy 5 digit watches. History isnt always the future. Enthusiasts dont always adapt but the complaint is valid. I just prefer the newer model heft.

sensui · 22 January 2019, 02:22 PM

Looks good, I wear all my watches snug.

doboy007 · 22 January 2019, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mattomatic

I've had a BLNR for almost 5 years now. I sometimes felt like the watched looked/wore a bit big. I'm a thin (but tall) guy and my wrist is a flat 6.5". Last year, I took a link out of my BLRN and it completely changed the way the watch wears.

It wears smaller than BLNR cause BLRN is a different watch.

blacke90 · 22 January 2019, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by doboy007

It wears smaller cause BLRN is a different watch.

I’m on the wishlist for the BLRN.

WatchGuy1966 · 22 January 2019, 03:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mattomatic

When it's overcast outside I get nearly perfect lighting for photos on my balcony.

Yet this is so counterintuitive to most people. Outdoor portraits are fantastic with overcast lighting and fill flash.

And to keep this Rolex related, great fit!

Andad · 22 January 2019, 04:28 PM

I tried on a DSSD at an AD when they first came out.

On an unsized bracelet it felt too big (7.5” wrist).

A few months later at a GTG I tried on another one on a correctly sized bracelet and it felt just right.

As you said the bigger cases have to be snug.

henrylee · 22 January 2019, 04:30 PM

Perfect size, love mine as well

joli160 · 22 January 2019, 04:31 PM

Perfect fit, not bad after 5 years

amh · 22 January 2019, 10:30 PM

Fantastic pic!

Now put a Jubilee on that BLNR

(I swear if they release a new SS ceramic Coke GMT with a Jubilee I'll lose my mind)

Mattomatic · 22 January 2019, 11:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zuger

Couldn’t agree more that fit is key. I used to wear my 42mm Explorer II a bit loose and I just didn’t connect with it. I thought it was just too big. However one day I happen to be at an AD talking about it, and the sales associate took it in and removed one link. Boy, did that make a difference! It’s now very snug on my wrist but with the 5mm extension bracelet, I can loosen it if it starts to get uncomfortable.

This exactly! The fact that the clasp has the extension is key, otherwise we would be forced to wear it a bit loose to reserve room for warmer days.

Mattomatic · 22 January 2019, 11:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by doboy007

It wears smaller than BLNR cause BLRN is a different watch.

Quote:

Originally Posted by blacke90

I’m on the wishlist for the BLRN.

Touché!

Mattomatic · 22 January 2019, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by amh

Fantastic pic!

Now put a Jubilee on that BLNR

(I swear if they release a new SS ceramic Coke GMT with a Jubilee I'll lose my mind)

The only jubilee I have is 47 years old and I don't think it can hold the weight of the Super Case

Might be worth a try though...

amh · 23 January 2019, 01:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mattomatic

The only jubilee I have is 47 years old and I don't think it can hold the weight of the Super Case

Might be worth a try though...

Yeah you need to source a super jubilee

22 January 2019, 07:43 AM	#1
Mattomatic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Matt Location: Toronto, ON Watch: Explorer 1 Posts: 292	Super Case Discovery I know there's been multiple threads on the Super (not Maxi ) case over the years. I've had a BLNR for almost 5 years now. I sometimes felt like the watched looked/wore a bit big. I'm a thin (but tall) guy and my wrist is a flat 6.5". Last year, I took a link out of my BLRN and it completely changed the way the watch wears. It now sits perfectly and actually wears smaller. Like a snug pair of underwear there’s no more flopping. If you think the super case wears a bit big, it may be because you're wearing your watch too loose. I notice that many people wearing 5 digits wear them loose. With hallow links and a smaller case, it’s much easier to pull off. Just my two cents! This may seem obvious, but it took me some time to figure out. I've been enjoying my watch so much more these days, and so I wanted to share with the community in the event that this may help others. Cheers! Matt Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ -------------------------------- 116710BLNR - DJ 1601- Explorer 124270 - Pepsi 16710 http://instagram.com/timetowatch

22 January 2019, 09:28 AM	#7
nikesupremedunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Andrew Location: NYC Posts: 1,227	When sized right the BLNR wears superb even for a thin wrist (also 6.5”). It sits nice and flat to your wrist. Took me a few tries until I got that perfect fit. Looks great on you, wear it in good health! __________________ \| 116234 DJ36 \| 116610LN SubC \| 116520 Daytona \| BlackBay 58 Blue \|

22 January 2019, 09:34 AM	#10
sillo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Sean Location: NY Watch: 5 Digit Posts: 2,840	Snug is definitely the way to go. I can't stand when a watch slides around on my wrist. Looks great! __________________ 14060 \| 16570 \| 16600 \| 16700 \| 16800 \| 79260 @TheGMTHand

22 January 2019, 10:41 AM	#14
GradyPhilpott 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: 116710 BLNR Posts: 34,347	Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

22 January 2019, 01:44 PM	#18
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	People who like 5 digit cases should buy 5 digit watches. History isnt always the future. Enthusiasts dont always adapt but the complaint is valid. I just prefer the newer model heft. __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

22 January 2019, 08:33 AM	#2
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,495	Looks like a perfect fit.

22 January 2019, 08:40 AM	#3
sco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Chicago Watch: Subc AT 8500 CSO Posts: 3,646	Great pictures, glad you have rekindled the love

22 January 2019, 09:14 AM	#5
jdpny Banned Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: NY Posts: 501	Agreed, proper fit makes all the difference with this watch.

22 January 2019, 09:32 AM	#8
blacke90 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: USA Watch: AP\|\|Panerai\|\|Rolex Posts: 759	Looks great on your wrist Matt. What device did you take your 2nd pic with?

22 January 2019, 10:07 AM	#12
lawrence1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: N. California Posts: 355	Looking at the BLNR never gets old.

22 January 2019, 10:36 AM	#13
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,479	Looks good to me.

22 January 2019, 10:43 AM	#15
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,674	Looking good Matt

22 January 2019, 01:37 PM	#17
Zuger "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: me set the time Posts: 2,518	Couldn’t agree more that fit is key. I used to wear my 42mm Explorer II a bit loose and I just didn’t connect with it. I thought it was just too big. However one day I happen to be at an AD talking about it, and the sales associate took it in and removed one link. Boy, did that make a difference! It’s now very snug on my wrist but with the 5mm extension bracelet, I can loosen it if it starts to get uncomfortable.

22 January 2019, 02:22 PM	#19
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,356	Looks good, I wear all my watches snug.

22 January 2019, 04:28 PM	#23
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,797	I tried on a DSSD at an AD when they first came out. On an unsized bracelet it felt too big (7.5” wrist). A few months later at a GTG I tried on another one on a correctly sized bracelet and it felt just right. As you said the bigger cases have to be snug. __________________ E

22 January 2019, 04:30 PM	#24
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,214	Perfect size, love mine as well __________________ ♛ Sub 116610LN 2011 ♛ GMT 126710BLNR 2021 ♛ GMT 126711CHNR 2020 ♛ Datejust 16233 X-series 1993 Ω Speedmaster Mitsukoshi 2019 č Cartier Tank w5200025 2021

22 January 2019, 04:31 PM	#25
joli160 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,352	Perfect fit, not bad after 5 years __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

22 January 2019, 10:30 PM	#26
amh "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tejas Watch: Various Posts: 5,081	Fantastic pic! Now put a Jubilee on that BLNR (I swear if they release a new SS ceramic Coke GMT with a Jubilee I'll lose my mind)

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