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emersm · 30 June 2021, 10:07 AM

I received my new Explorer 1 today from my AD. I am going to spend the next week wearing it to see how it fits on my 7.5" wrist.

I currently own the 39mm version and find that the dial wears a little too large.

emersm · 30 June 2021, 10:08 AM

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djyolky · 30 June 2021, 12:27 PM

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Looks like a toy on your wrist.

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ByzantineFire · 30 June 2021, 10:13 AM

Looks good, It's small but classic. Some people might prefer the 39mm size but I don't think its controversial to say the proportions of the dial and case look much better on the new 36.

One_Ping_Only · 30 June 2021, 07:38 PM

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Looks good, It's small but classic. Some people might prefer the 39mm size but I don't think its controversial to say the proportions of the dial and case look much better on the new 36.

You wear what you like and perceive as best for you.

I personally prefer the larger 39mm. I recently got a Datejust 41 and am very happy with it. I know if I had gotten the same Blue dial in a 36mm I would be yearning for something else.

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GST15 · 30 June 2021, 07:39 PM

I think it looks a bit small, but if you love it, that is all that matters. Congratulations and wear it in the best of health!

emersm · 30 June 2021, 10:13 AM

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spellmanski · 30 June 2021, 10:13 AM

I have the 39MM too and find the same. Wish I could get my hands on the 36MM!

emersm · 30 June 2021, 10:15 AM

Here is the 39mm

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djyolky · 30 June 2021, 12:28 PM

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Here is the 39mm

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Still looks almost toyish on your wrist. You need a Explorer II or Sea Dweller etc.

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teabags001 · 1 July 2021, 05:52 PM

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Here is the 39mm

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Honestly the 39 looks better. I would say the 39 almost looks a tad small on you. Wear what you like but the new 36 wears like a 34 imo.

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emersm · 1 July 2021, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by cop414

Looks good Merle. The Tudor looks like it’s in between the two as far as size, probably because of the wider bezel.

Thanks, Tim.
Yeah, I was surprised that the BB36 is bigger.

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Congrats Merle! The new 36 looks fantastic on you. Please keep us posted as you get acquainted with your new Explorer. Pros and cons versus the 39 and lots of pictures please.

Thanks, will do.

I think Rolex nailed it on the 39 and the new 36. Both will work for most people. I love the 39mm version but I'm a slight lean towards the 36 now.

Should definitely try it on first

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This

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Indeed. And we're not living in the 80s anymore. Reminds me of the scene from Tommy Boy, "faaaaat guy in a little cooooat".

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I agree. My horrible close-up pics didn't help either

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Personally, I love reading all the hate for the 36mm - it makes me more and more hopeful I'll be able to get one.

Keep it coming!

It is entertaining... ish.

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Congratulations! I think 39mm looks best

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Honestly the 39 looks better. I would say the 39 almost looks a tad small on you. Wear what you like but the new 36 wears like a 34 imo.

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Thanks

173rdabn · 2 July 2021, 08:08 AM

Nice watch. Sorry I sold mine.

emersm · 30 June 2021, 10:22 AM

Explorer 39mm, New Explorer 36mm and Tudor Black Bay 36

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NachoNeal · 30 June 2021, 11:24 AM

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Explorer 39mm, New Explorer 36mm and Tudor Black Bay 36

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That's a good shot for comparison. Thanks!

Malum · 30 June 2021, 10:27 AM

Looks like a quarter on a metal bracelet.

cop414 · 30 June 2021, 10:29 AM

Looks good Merle. The Tudor looks like it’s in between the two as far as size, probably because of the wider bezel.

cop414 · 30 June 2021, 10:30 AM

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Looks like a quarter on a metal bracelet.

DLRIDES · 30 June 2021, 05:04 PM

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looks like a quarter on a metal bracelet.

This

Jrsanchez · 30 June 2021, 10:35 AM

Id rather the 39

mr.chu · 30 June 2021, 10:45 AM

Love the look of the new 36mm!

SaddleSC · 30 June 2021, 10:59 AM

The 36mm looks small. The 39mm looks perfect.

brandrea · 30 June 2021, 11:26 AM

Congratulations Merle

Justinmg · 30 June 2021, 11:31 AM

Looks amazing!

Thuilln · 30 June 2021, 11:32 AM

An Explorer is meant to be 36mm

LA_LEC · 1 July 2021, 04:02 AM

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An Explorer is meant to be 36mm

Until it was improved at 39mm with the cleaner more spacious and balanced dial.

djyolky · 1 July 2021, 04:17 AM

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Originally Posted by LA_LEC

Until it was improved at 39mm with the cleaner more spacious and balanced dial.

Indeed. And we're not living in the 80s anymore. Reminds me of the scene from Tommy Boy, "faaaaat guy in a little cooooat".

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dannyp · 30 June 2021, 11:33 AM

I like the 36. 39mm watches look find on your wrist, but the Explorer is a 36mm watch.

That said, I think what makes it look a bit small is that you've got the bracelet a bit too tight, and it makes it look as though it's pinching. Try a pick with the EasyLink extended.

Clockmeister · 2 July 2021, 03:52 AM

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I like the 36. 39mm watches look find on your wrist, but the Explorer is a 36mm watch.

That said, I think what makes it look a bit small is that you've got the bracelet a bit too tight, and it makes it look as though it's pinching. Try a pick with the EasyLink extended.

The Explorer is a 36mm watch is like saying a Patek Calatrava (3919) is a 33mm watch. It was originally that size but times have changed and PP produces larger watches to keep up with demand. I don’t think Patek sells many 33mm watches at this time.

As far as the size of the Explorer, it’s obviously subjective.
With that said the tuna can sized watches of ten years ago have become smaller. The interest in vintage watches has probably contributed to smaller sized watches.

BobbyD23 · 30 June 2021, 11:34 AM

36 lookin tiny

30 June 2021, 10:07 AM	#1
emersm 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Merle Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,523	New Explorer 1 on my 7.5" Wrist I received my new Explorer 1 today from my AD. I am going to spend the next week wearing it to see how it fits on my 7.5" wrist. I currently own the 39mm version and find that the dial wears a little too large.

30 June 2021, 10:29 AM	#17
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,123	Looks good Merle. The Tudor looks like it’s in between the two as far as size, probably because of the wider bezel. __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

30 June 2021, 10:59 AM	#22
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,131	The 36mm looks small. The 39mm looks perfect. __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

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30 June 2021, 11:32 AM	#25
Thuilln "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Real Name: Nick Location: YUL Watch: 16570 Posts: 1,936	An Explorer is meant to be 36mm __________________ Nick _________________________________________ 14060M - 114200 - 114270 - 214270 - 16710BLRO - 16570 - 3570.50 - Cartier Tank Solo - Cartier Tank Française ‘Yearling’ - CWC Navy Diver

30 June 2021, 10:08 AM	#2
emersm 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Merle Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,523	Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

30 June 2021, 10:13 AM	#4
ByzantineFire "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Reno Posts: 12	Looks good, It's small but classic. Some people might prefer the 39mm size but I don't think its controversial to say the proportions of the dial and case look much better on the new 36.

30 June 2021, 07:39 PM	#6
GST15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: USA Watch: CHNR/YM/DJ/OP/SUB Posts: 1,948	I think it looks a bit small, but if you love it, that is all that matters. Congratulations and wear it in the best of health!

30 June 2021, 10:13 AM	#8
spellmanski "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: canada Posts: 446	I have the 39MM too and find the same. Wish I could get my hands on the 36MM!

30 June 2021, 10:15 AM	#9
emersm 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Merle Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,523	Here is the 39mm Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

2 July 2021, 08:08 AM	#13
173rdabn 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: George Location: Cape Cod Watch: 216570 Explorer II Posts: 2,415	Nice watch. Sorry I sold mine.

30 June 2021, 10:22 AM	#14
emersm 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Merle Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,523	Explorer 39mm, New Explorer 36mm and Tudor Black Bay 36 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

30 June 2021, 10:27 AM	#16
Malum "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Kurt Location: Coachella Valley Watch: SD43 D-Blue Posts: 4,147	Looks like a quarter on a metal bracelet.

30 June 2021, 10:35 AM	#20
Jrsanchez Banned Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: Miami Posts: 467	Id rather the 39

30 June 2021, 10:45 AM	#21
mr.chu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Vancouver Posts: 11	Love the look of the new 36mm!

30 June 2021, 11:26 AM	#23
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,742	Congratulations Merle

30 June 2021, 11:33 AM	#28
dannyp Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: usa Posts: 6,765	I like the 36. 39mm watches look find on your wrist, but the Explorer is a 36mm watch. That said, I think what makes it look a bit small is that you've got the bracelet a bit too tight, and it makes it look as though it's pinching. Try a pick with the EasyLink extended.

30 June 2021, 11:34 AM	#30
BobbyD23 Member Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: NJ Watch: SD43 Posts: 90	36 lookin tiny

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