Suggestion for first Rolex?

[mjclark32]

Sub, air king, date just... There are so many options available yiu should head down to your nearest AD and try a bunch on. Good luck!

[CLRBLULITE]

My advice is to take your time and research the watch for hours on this forum. Don't go in making quick decisions. I did that with my first Rolex and I regretted it.

[HL65]

A Sub new or old you can't lose IMHO

[AK797]

Sub C should be fine unless your wrist is ell under 6 inches.

[Sam Philip]

Sub C date

[justicepool]

Originally Posted by CLRBLULITE

My advice is to take your time and research the watch for hours on this forum. Don't go in making quick decisions. I did that with my first Rolex and I regretted it.

Mike,

Do you mind sharing what you regretted about your first purchase? I do plan on trying some on before purchase.

Thanks,

John

[jimmypark54]

gmt ii 16710. perfect size for my 6.25 inch wrist

[justicepool]

I tried on an Air-King and Datejust and liked them both. Now just to decide....

[Thatguy]

Originally Posted by justicepool

I tried on an Air-King and Datejust and liked them both. Now just to decide....

Flip a coin, then start saving for the other one. :)

[justicepool]

Are there any drawbacks to buying an older used watch? I have seen several that are listed and look to be in mint condition (2000, 2002, 2003, 2009, etc.,.).

Thanks!

John

[jay1988]

If I had small wrists I would go Airking.

[cjlewis610]

Originally Posted by Htab

36mm date just

^this. I have smaller wrists as well and you can't ask for anything more classic. Perhaps a sub but I'd go with the DJ to start with.

[jeremyam]

Lots of good suggestions.

Probably ask yourself a couple of quick questions to get a better sense...

+/- $5000.00
Sports/Dress
General Use

Personally, I like the suggestion to get a Sub- probably the most versatile and low-key piece- get the No Date if you don't need date and/or dislike the cyclops. The GMTIIC is feature heavy and a little busier in the looks category. The Explorer and Air King are rather simple and elegant in their design/intention... If you've got $5000+ I would say look at a Sub/SubC or ND, GMTIIC or a used YM w/plat dial and bezel- $5000- look at a Explorer, II and Air King...

Just my opinion.

[Rocco22]

Air king or the older explorer 36.

[rodrob59]

Explorer I would be my suggestion. Some ADs still have some of the older 36mm models, although the 39mm might work just fine.

[brkanand]

One that puts a smile on your face while sitting on your wrist! One thatl leaves you with some money in your wallet and a buying experience that you would't regret!

[z32turbo]

Sub or Datejust would be my suggestion.

[HRV]

exp 1

[mmmk604]

I purchased a Datejust 116234 for my first Rolex.

If you don't like it, I'd consider an Air King or Oyster Perpetual 36mm.

[How]

26mm Lady Datejust. :kidding:

Go SubC, you can never go wrong with a Sub.

[john333]

You can't go wrong with a sub...it's a fantastic choice for your first Rolex.

[don.carleto]

I think 40mm of rolex sports model will be fine on your wrist ,
I have rolex gmt iic which is have "bigger" case than before and it looks good on me ,, ( my wrist is 6,5")

But if you want a smaller size, lets try rolex datejust (36mm) , its pretty nice casual watch

[Time Exposure]

Gee, no love here for a Turn-O-Graph? I prefer the classic circa 2002-ish or older style ( not sure when these were discontinued). I would search "Thunderbird" and check it out. Of course as many have mentioned, you should try one on first.

The one model many first timers turn to is a Sub. Very iconic/classic, always desirable (liquid, so easy to resell if you change your mind). Go with trusted sellers here on the forum.

[Bulldurham08]

I don't necessarily agree that the Rolex models are "very large", with a range from 36mm-42mm, they are some of the smaller watches on the market right now.

Which is a good thing. I think a 47mm+ watch just looks too chunky on 95% of the wrists out there. While it's "In", it's not my thing....

If you've got a wrist smaller than 6.5", I'd go with 40mm and under. I will say though, a lot has to do with the "flatness" of one's wrist. My wrist is a little under 7", but it's flat on top, which gives the impression that it is a little bit bigger. I think a 39mm Exp or a 40mm Sub/GMT would be great.

Good luck!

[43builder]

Submariner - next to the datejust it is the most well known rolex. it is perfect in size and weight and feels great on the wrist. it will definitely not disappoint

[Joet]

Explorer 1 36mm. Understated elegance.

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[daves]

i have some small ass wrists and i have just bought my first rolex sub c non date it adjusts and you can have links out

[Time Exposure]

What's an ass wrist? :)

[hotsauz]

a SUB!