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OrchidDR · 4 November 2009, 06:23 AM

Wife and I went to an AD today to start narrowing down my choices. It's awesome that's she's onboard with my desire to own a Rolex and we're juggling the books and searching the secondary market. This forum has been awesome in providing valuable info - thanks!

But talk about a MAJOR LETDOWN.

40mm and up looked like I was wearing a frisbee on my wrist!

I've searched through the discussions and with the exception of a few negative comments about wearing a "woman's" sized watch most of you believe a 36mm is an acceptable dress watch size. But I don't need a dress watch, I need an every day "rough and tumble" proud to wear Rolex watch.

So my fantasy picks of the 16610LV and 16613 and all in the Sub/GMT/YM are out the window. (dammit)

I'm discouraged, but not down for the count!

Any suggestions or comments would be greatly appreciated.

"Genetics, what can you do?"

kyle L · 4 November 2009, 06:25 AM

Maybe an Explorer I?

It can take a beating.

dalip · 4 November 2009, 06:26 AM

how small are your wrists FGS??

Dr.Brian · 4 November 2009, 06:26 AM

Midsized (36mm) TT Yachtmaster white dial.

karmatp · 4 November 2009, 06:28 AM

Like the Explorer I pusher Kyle said

, the Explorer I is a great option for a daily workhorse.

JBat · 4 November 2009, 06:29 AM

Steve, first, the DJ is a rugged watch. It's an Oyster, highly water resistant, and 36mm will never be a "ladies" sized watch. Sure, some women will wear them, successfully, but 36mm is and will be a classic size for a men's watch.

Second, how large are your wrists? Mine are right at 6.25 inches, and I don't have any trouble pulling off Rolex sport watches (outside of the of DSSD, that is). I think you may just need time to get used to the "larger" size, but once you do, you'll love it.

This skinny-wristed gent can pull of the Sub Date and GMTIIc, and I think you can too.

kyle L · 4 November 2009, 06:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by karmatp

Like the Explorer I pusher Kyle said

, the Explorer I is a great option for a daily workhorse.

Or the midsized Yachtmaster. Those are really nice.

Tools · 4 November 2009, 06:31 AM

I agree with the Explorer... Perfect, and the same size as the DateJust..

Alternatively, the Air-King has quite a selection...even one with a larger bezel..

Then, there is the Turn-O-Graph.. a great looking watch in the Datejust Family now, that started out as the original basis for the Sub..

But don't get locked in that the DateJust is only a dress watch........ The Stainless Steel version on an Oyster Bracelet is as tough as it comes..

OrchidDR · 4 November 2009, 06:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dalip

how small are your wrists FGS??

FGS?

Small enough that when I put on that BIG BEAUTIFUL Blue Sub it looked like I was wearing a frisbee. It was nothing but watch - nothing on the sides!

dalip · 4 November 2009, 06:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JBat

This skinny-wristed gent can pull of the Sub Date and GMTIIc, and I think you can too.

yup +1

kyle L · 4 November 2009, 06:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OrchidDR

FGS?

Small enough that when I put on that BIG BEAUTIFUL Blue Sub it looked like I was wearing a frisbee. It was nothing but watch - nothing on the sides!

Like this?

OrchidDR · 4 November 2009, 06:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JBat

Steve, first, the DJ is a rugged watch. It's an Oyster, highly water resistant, and 36mm will never be a "ladies" sized watch. Sure, some women will wear them, successfully, but 36mm is and will be a classic size for a men's watch.

Second, how large are your wrists? Mine are right at 6.25 inches, and I don't have any trouble pulling off Rolex sport watches (outside of the of DSSD, that is). I think you may just need time to get used to the "larger" size, but once you do, you'll love it.

This skinny-wristed gent can pull of the Sub Date and GMTIIc, and I think you can too.

Thanks JBAT,it may also be a perception! It LOOKED monsterous on my wrist.
I'm just under 7.00 inches.

kyle L · 4 November 2009, 06:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OrchidDR

Thanks JBAT,it may also be a perception! It LOOKED monsterous on my wrist.
I'm just under 7.00 inches.

7 inches? That's about the average wrist size, no?

JBat · 4 November 2009, 06:36 AM

Steve, maybe you're just used to smaller watches. A 7" wrist should have no problem with any Rolex sport watch. Seriously.

Army_Doc · 4 November 2009, 06:37 AM

I also have small wrists (about 6 inches). I had the same issues, but the daytona is a perfect fit for me. Depending on your price range, try one of those on. 36mm was too small in my opinion, and the 40 was slightly too big. the 38.5mm bezel of the daytona is a perfect medium for me.

JBat · 4 November 2009, 06:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kyle L

7 inches? That's about the average wrist size, no?

Sounds about right. Once you wear a watch for a while, it's size becomes your norm, even if it's on the larger size.

JBat · 4 November 2009, 06:39 AM

Keep in mind also, it's not just how the watch looks on your wrist (within reason, of course), but how it fits into the overall context of your body. If you're a fairly good sized guy, a larger watch is going to look good, regardless of your wrist size.

Omega_Precision · 4 November 2009, 06:40 AM

7 inches here....any Rolex will fit.

dalip · 4 November 2009, 06:42 AM

absolutely...7" is absolutely fine for all Rolex sports models...
Steve, I think you'll get used to it...once sized correctly. Always difficult in store to tell until links are taken out.
But..you must be comfortable

jrssv · 4 November 2009, 06:48 AM

My wife, who has very small hands, inherited a large diamond ring from my mother. She didn't think she would be able to wear it. Within three days it was as if she'd always worn it. I bet that if you get what you want within a week you won't even notice the size!

pea · 4 November 2009, 06:58 AM

my mrs wares my watches regularly and i assure you she has much smaller wrists than 7"

jms_w · 4 November 2009, 07:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OrchidDR

Thanks JBAT,it may also be a perception! It LOOKED monsterous on my wrist.
I'm just under 7.00 inches.

You'll get used to it. I have 6.5" wrists and I think I can pull off my Sub and GMT just fine. I definitely could not pull off a Panerai.

kcmo · 4 November 2009, 07:22 AM

I think you need to get used to it too. My wrist is about 6.4" and I wear the watches in my signature and have no issues!

Mrdi · 4 November 2009, 07:25 AM

Kinda like driving a Porsche.
You'll get used to it.

ocwatching · 4 November 2009, 07:31 AM

6.8"...no issues with any of the watches...

Rebel · 4 November 2009, 07:35 AM

What about a Tudor Submariner model 75090?

I picked one up from Steve Mulholland and it is great for my 6 1/2 wrist. I love it! After wearing GMTs and Explorer II's it is nice to have sports model that fits and doesn't feel like a lead block on my arm.

Blue Lantern · 4 November 2009, 07:49 AM

I'm between 6.75 and 7 and my Sub fits perfectly. I will say that I found the Sub-date just a bit too heavy, especially compared to the 14060. But I think the Sub, Explorer I, Air King, or DateJust would all fit you just fine. Don't be discouraged! The first time I tried on a 16610 I thought it was a monster, but I got over it.

dannyp · 4 November 2009, 08:00 AM

My wrist is 7in as well and a 40mm fits perfectly. As long as the lugs don't extend over the edge of your wrist you should be fine. That said, if you like the smaller sized watches the Explorer I is awesome. The YM 35mm is nice too, but a little shinier, as is the TOG. The TOG as well has an all-white gold bezel, which is more delicate than the steel or steel/platinum bezels on the watches mentioned above.

OrchidDR · 4 November 2009, 08:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mrdi

Kinda like driving a Porsche.
You'll get used to it.

Been there, done that. 1957 356A (Awesome vehicle) I terrorized the streets of Miami and Key West in the 1970's with it!

THANKS everyone, I'm going to another AD and really look at get a better feel for it. My Kreiger isn't large, 36mm (maybe) and the drastic change may be what I'm seeing instead of "feeling".

Then again, perception is reality and if I don't like the 40mm there are plenty of other winners that will work.

THANKS again.

moviefreak · 4 November 2009, 08:03 AM

so I guess DSSD is out ...

4 November 2009, 06:23 AM	#1
OrchidDR "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Steve Location: Tampa, FL, USA Watch: TT GMT II Posts: 1,321	Cursed with a smaller wrist!! Wife and I went to an AD today to start narrowing down my choices. It's awesome that's she's onboard with my desire to own a Rolex and we're juggling the books and searching the secondary market. This forum has been awesome in providing valuable info - thanks! But talk about a MAJOR LETDOWN. 40mm and up looked like I was wearing a frisbee on my wrist! I've searched through the discussions and with the exception of a few negative comments about wearing a "woman's" sized watch most of you believe a 36mm is an acceptable dress watch size. But I don't need a dress watch, I need an every day "rough and tumble" proud to wear Rolex watch. So my fantasy picks of the 16610LV and 16613 and all in the Sub/GMT/YM are out the window. (dammit) I'm discouraged, but not down for the count! Any suggestions or comments would be greatly appreciated. "Genetics, what can you do?"

4 November 2009, 06:26 AM	#3
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	how small are your wrists FGS?? __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

4 November 2009, 06:28 AM	#5
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	Like the Explorer I pusher Kyle said , the Explorer I is a great option for a daily workhorse. __________________ My grails:

4 November 2009, 06:31 AM	#8
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,049	I agree with the Explorer... Perfect, and the same size as the DateJust.. Alternatively, the Air-King has quite a selection...even one with a larger bezel.. Then, there is the Turn-O-Graph.. a great looking watch in the Datejust Family now, that started out as the original basis for the Sub.. But don't get locked in that the DateJust is only a dress watch........ The Stainless Steel version on an Oyster Bracelet is as tough as it comes.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

4 November 2009, 06:42 AM	#19
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	absolutely...7" is absolutely fine for all Rolex sports models... Steve, I think you'll get used to it...once sized correctly. Always difficult in store to tell until links are taken out. But..you must be comfortable __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

4 November 2009, 06:25 AM	#2
kyle L "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Explorer I Posts: 10,278	Maybe an Explorer I? It can take a beating.

4 November 2009, 06:26 AM	#4
Dr.Brian 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: CA dreamin' Watch: ing the market. Posts: 5,900	Midsized (36mm) TT Yachtmaster white dial.

4 November 2009, 06:29 AM	#6
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	Steve, first, the DJ is a rugged watch. It's an Oyster, highly water resistant, and 36mm will never be a "ladies" sized watch. Sure, some women will wear them, successfully, but 36mm is and will be a classic size for a men's watch. Second, how large are your wrists? Mine are right at 6.25 inches, and I don't have any trouble pulling off Rolex sport watches (outside of the of DSSD, that is). I think you may just need time to get used to the "larger" size, but once you do, you'll love it. This skinny-wristed gent can pull of the Sub Date and GMTIIc, and I think you can too.

4 November 2009, 06:36 AM	#14
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	Steve, maybe you're just used to smaller watches. A 7" wrist should have no problem with any Rolex sport watch. Seriously.

4 November 2009, 06:37 AM	#15
Army_Doc "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: usa Posts: 137	I also have small wrists (about 6 inches). I had the same issues, but the daytona is a perfect fit for me. Depending on your price range, try one of those on. 36mm was too small in my opinion, and the 40 was slightly too big. the 38.5mm bezel of the daytona is a perfect medium for me.

4 November 2009, 06:39 AM	#17
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	Keep in mind also, it's not just how the watch looks on your wrist (within reason, of course), but how it fits into the overall context of your body. If you're a fairly good sized guy, a larger watch is going to look good, regardless of your wrist size.

4 November 2009, 06:40 AM	#18
Omega_Precision Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Henry Location: CA, US Watch: ing basketball Posts: 2,977	7 inches here....any Rolex will fit.

4 November 2009, 06:48 AM	#20
jrssv Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 386	My wife, who has very small hands, inherited a large diamond ring from my mother. She didn't think she would be able to wear it. Within three days it was as if she'd always worn it. I bet that if you get what you want within a week you won't even notice the size!

4 November 2009, 06:58 AM	#21
pea Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Scotland Posts: 47	my mrs wares my watches regularly and i assure you she has much smaller wrists than 7"

4 November 2009, 07:22 AM	#23
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	I think you need to get used to it too. My wrist is about 6.4" and I wear the watches in my signature and have no issues!

4 November 2009, 07:25 AM	#24
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	Kinda like driving a Porsche. You'll get used to it.

4 November 2009, 07:31 AM	#25
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,372	6.8"...no issues with any of the watches... __________________ too much into watches...

4 November 2009, 07:35 AM	#26
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,057	What about a Tudor Submariner model 75090? I picked one up from Steve Mulholland and it is great for my 6 1/2 wrist. I love it! After wearing GMTs and Explorer II's it is nice to have sports model that fits and doesn't feel like a lead block on my arm. __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

4 November 2009, 07:49 AM	#27
Blue Lantern "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Delaware Watch: Tudor 79190 Posts: 366	I'm between 6.75 and 7 and my Sub fits perfectly. I will say that I found the Sub-date just a bit too heavy, especially compared to the 14060. But I think the Sub, Explorer I, Air King, or DateJust would all fit you just fine. Don't be discouraged! The first time I tried on a 16610 I thought it was a monster, but I got over it.

4 November 2009, 08:00 AM	#28
dannyp Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: usa Posts: 6,765	My wrist is 7in as well and a 40mm fits perfectly. As long as the lugs don't extend over the edge of your wrist you should be fine. That said, if you like the smaller sized watches the Explorer I is awesome. The YM 35mm is nice too, but a little shinier, as is the TOG. The TOG as well has an all-white gold bezel, which is more delicate than the steel or steel/platinum bezels on the watches mentioned above.

4 November 2009, 08:03 AM	#30
moviefreak "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: in my house... Posts: 5,524	so I guess DSSD is out ... __________________ Cheers, Eduardo Be a WIS not a WUSS... and remove all the stickers..

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