OP 36 or 41 Green Dial?

[blackgold]

I know this topic has been discussed so many times, but need a quick opinion on which watch looks better on my wrist, the OP36 or OP41 green dial, so please humor me lol.

The AD is pushing me to go with the OP36 (if/when it comes in), I'm guessing because it is definitely easier to get, and while it feels good on my wrist, I feel like it looks a bit small in the mirror (I am 6 feet tall with roughly 7" wrist). Meanwhile, I love the bigger and easier to read dial of the OP41 (if I can get one) but feel like the proportions are not quite as balanced on the watch, and worry it may be slightly too big.

What are your experiences with these watches in the sizes, and which looks better on my wrist? (OP36 is first pic from left and OP41 are other 4 pics)

[mgsooner]

Tastes are going to vary on this. My first Rolex was a 39mm Explorer which I loved but after I got my Submariner I ultimately ended up letting the Explorer go in favor of a 36mm Datejust. I've really been gravitating toward the "classic" sizes when it comes to watches without a sport bezel. I personally feel they look more balanced and more in proportion. You do however sacrifice some legibility as everything on the dial is, well, smaller. And that's not a minor consideration as you begin to age.

I would just urge you to go with your gut and go with what YOU think looks better on your wrist. While I'm liking the smaller sizes now, I didn't start out that way. Worst case scenario if you go with the 41 and you end up not connecting with it, it's going to be easier to unload than the 36 is. 36mm green OP is still desirable on the open market but not as much as the 41 is.

[blackgold]

Great insight mgsooner and feel you on the legibility as I don't want to wear glasses haha. Appreciate everyone's feedback.

[Gabik]

36
it's classic and looks better on your wrist.

41 it's an overgrown oyster :).

[espanol]

You’re going to get answers from the two camps:
1) 41, as it’s larger
2) 36, as it’s a more classical size for an OP

For the pictures you posted, 36 looks better to my eye. Plus, I’m in camp 2. Classic watches deserve classic sizing.

[Roger Lococco]

41mm. OP wears small.


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[fooey]

36 looks good

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[KatGirl]

41 on your wrist!

Kat


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[blackgold]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

41 on your wrist!

Kat


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Thanks for your input Kat!

[dajordan]

36 / just looks right. It may feel small but looks right.

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by dajordan

36 / just looks right. It may feel small but looks right.

[sportsfan0704]

I just got the 41. I have 6.75 inch wrists and generally prefer smaller watches. I enjoy my 36mm datejust. My 33.5mm Patek, and a few small Vacheron dress pieces under 33mm as well. Yet, the 41mm op is perfect. It’s thin and not broad, so it doesn’t wear huge.

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by sportsfan0704

I just got the 41. I have 6.75 inch wrists and generally prefer smaller watches. I enjoy my 36mm datejust. My 33.5mm Patek, and a few small Vacheron dress pieces under 33mm as well. Yet, the 41mm op is perfect. It’s thin and not broad, so it doesn’t wear huge.

[jb335]

36 for me

I’m also 6 foot with just a slightly smaller wrist. Around 6.85

36 is the classic look. Personally, I find the larger OP versions to look more like dinner plates on the wrist.


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[blackgold]

Originally Posted by jb335

36 for me

I’m also 6 foot with just a slightly smaller wrist. Around 6.85

36 is the classic look. Personally, I find the larger OP versions to look more like dinner plates on the wrist.


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[Sydny2]

They both look great on you. I’d pick 41.

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by Sydny2

They both look great on you. I’d pick 41.

[Space1970]

I'm 6' 2" but have a pretty flat 7" wrist

I prefer how all the bright OP41's look on me and not so much the OP36's

In your pictures I think it does look a little big compared to the 36 but I feel those kind of pictures can be misleading

Especially if the watch hasn't been sized yet as the bracelet hanging loosely accentuates the size

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[blackgold]

Originally Posted by Space1970

I'm 6' 2" but have a pretty flat 7" wrist

I prefer how all the bright OP41's look on me and not so much the OP36's

In your pictures I think it does look a little big compared to the 36 but I feel those kind of pictures can be misleading

Especially if the watch hasn't been sized yet as the bracelet hanging loosely accentuates the size

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Thanks-- looks great on your wrist. My wrist is not flat so that could also be why it looks bigger, and a loose bracelet makes sense as I was trying to balance it as much as possible. Appreciate your feedback!

[Space1970]

Originally Posted by blackgold

Thanks-- looks great on your wrist. My wrist is not flat so that could also be why it looks bigger, and a loose bracelet makes sense as I was trying to balance it as much as possible. Appreciate your feedback!

No problem and thank you

I really struggle when a watch isn’t ‘clamped’ to my wrist as I end up flexing my arm/wrist in an unnatural way to balance it

Even if I end up wearing it looser later I need it to be snug when deciding if it suits me or not and I can always tell looking back at AD photos if the bracelet was loose at the time

Also I’m aware that my wrists are skinny for my height and if I ever putt on weight I’d want the bigger watch even more

You’re in a good position where both watches look good on you

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by Space1970

No problem and thank you

I really struggle when a watch isn’t ‘clamped’ to my wrist as I end up flexing my arm/wrist in an unnatural way to balance it

Even if I end up wearing it looser later I need it to be snug when deciding if it suits me or not and I can always tell looking back at AD photos if the bracelet was loose at the time

Also I’m aware that my wrists are skinny for my height and if I ever putt on weight I’d want the bigger watch even more

You’re in a good position where both watches look good on you

[blswan]

I’d go with the 41. I honestly think the 41 is a bit small looking for what I’m used too. The 36 on me looked small with 7.25” wrists which I think are pretty average for a guy. Here’s my 41.

[Clockmeister]

41 100%

[rockysw]

i do go 41 just so I can get more of that gorgeous color!

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by rockysw

i do go 41 just so I can get more of that gorgeous color!

[kopi-c]

From the side view, the lug to lug creates a small gap/space when wearing the 41.

I think the 36 wears better based on the pics.

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by kopi-c

From the side view, the lug to lug creates a small gap/space when wearing the 41.

I think the 36 wears better based on the pics.

Yep, thanks...I noticed that too. Wasn't sure if that was normal/acceptable or not or was due to not being tight enough?

[JRell]

On your wrist 41

[cwilson13]

My vote (biased as I own a green and Turq 41) is the 41 unless you have a smaller wrist.

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by cwilson13

My vote (biased as I own a green and Turq 41) is the 41 unless you have a smaller wrist.

Great taste! I wish I could get the turq but won't pay grey prices for that one.