New Air King Vs Sub 41

[Draper144]

How does the new AK Feel in terms of fit compared to the sub 41?

I have smaller wrist (6.5 inch) and the new ak seems really appealing to me with that 40mm case.

Is it thinner than the new sub? I would love to hear thoughts?


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[Marco Panti]

Here you go

[Marco Panti]

My fitment with one link removed on the 6 o'clock side on each watch

To me the Sub 41 wears bigger although the dial on the King is obviously larger which can create the illusion of larger size

- the bezel on the Sub is where the max width is

- bezel on the King tapers in sharply to the crystal reducing bulk at the case edge

- caseback on the Sub protrudes further making the watch sit higher on the wrist

I'd say if your wrist is more flat than rounded the AK would fit OK and probably better suited for you than the Sub in terms of fitment

The sub is comparatively chunky yet classic in appearance the King more svelte yet modern with the extremely high contrast dial and high legibility

Marco

[KeithP]

Great comparison pics @Marco Panti

[DJ2020]

Personally, I don't care for the dial on the AK. If it was me I would be looking at a 36mm DJ or OP.

[Marco Panti]

Originally Posted by DJ2020

Personally, I don't care for the dial on the AK. If it was me I would be looking at a 36mm DJ or OP.

Dial aside, I think this really depends on the size you are looking for

36mm Exp wears small and is closer to 35mm in measurement




36mm DJ wears larger but I would describe it as a much smaller fitment than AK




Marco

[Marco Panti]

Please excuse my English and all the fingerprints these are quick photos from a phone

Also camera exaggerates the contrast on AK dial compared to eye - photo below with DJ36 is maybe more fair one

[DJ2020]

Originally Posted by Marco Panti

Dial aside, I think this really depends on the size you are looking for

36mm Exp wears small and is closer to 35mm in measurement




36mm DJ wears larger but I would describe it as a much smaller fitment than AK




Marco

I think the OP stated 6.5" wrist, That was the bases for my suggestion. But ultimately he will be the one wearing it.

[DJ2020]

Nice photo! That blue stick DJ is my absolute favorite from Rolex. Just beautiful in every way. Represents the true essence of Rolex IMO.

[Marco Panti]

Originally Posted by DJ2020

Nice photo! That blue stick DJ is my absolute favorite from Rolex. Just beautiful in every way. Represents the true essence of Rolex IMO.

I agree. I feel it is the most classic and quintessential Rolex currently available

I bought it for my wife

I admit to some jealousy when she wears it

Marco

[Marco Panti]

Originally Posted by DJ2020

I think the OP stated 6.5" wrist, That was the bases for my suggestion. But ultimately he will be the one wearing it.

I agree

DJ36 would fit quite well on 6.5" I think

I would suggest Oyster bracelet with fluted bezel and blue or black dial for masculinity

Or the new fluted dial with Oyster and smooth bezel

But I am opinionated, apologise for this

Marco

[Marco Panti]

Or 39mm Exp but again depends on desired fitment larger or more small

OP wanted to compare Sub 41 and new AK so I try to help them as I have these ones

I wait now if OP needs more info


Marco

[QRIOUS1]

Originally Posted by Marco Panti

Or 39mm Exp but again depends on desired fitment larger or more small

OP wanted to compare Sub 41 and new AK so I try to help them as I have these ones

I wait now if OP needs more info


Marco

Thank you for the comparison pics. I have a 39 mm Explorer and am intrigued by the new Air King. It looks great. Have a great day.

[Marco Panti]

Originally Posted by QRIOUS1

Thank you for the comparison pics. I have a 39 mm Explorer and am intrigued by the new Air King. It looks great. Have a great day.

No worries

It would interesting to see a 39 Exp and a 126900 AK side by side

Marco

[D007]

great comparison pics
marco - does the airking bracelet fit on the 41 sub?

[28mm]

Originally Posted by Draper144

How does the new AK Feel in terms of fit compared to the sub 41?

I have smaller wrist (6.5 inch) and the new ak seems really appealing to me with that 40mm case.

Is it thinner than the new sub? I would love to hear thoughts?


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I put on my 124060 today as I haven't worn it much since I got it...It really is gorgeous. I love the look.

My wrist is about the same size as yours and without a doubt the 124060 is not as comfortable as many of what i have. The new GMT is more comfortable for some reason. I would have some fatigue if I wore a 41mm Sub all day every day...Yet it is super great..Just not so comfortable for me.

The new Air-King which I did try on is more comfortable but very different watches of course.

[Nepats81]

I think youre find with either the sub or AK.

6.5 is not that small of a wrist. Don’t go and get a seadweller but a sub is fine

[Marco Panti]

Originally Posted by D007

great comparison pics
marco - does the airking bracelet fit on the 41 sub?

I haven't tried it but they are both 21mm Oyster so I would expect they would be swappable yes

Only difference seems the clasp, Glidelock on the Sub and Oysterlock on the AK (same as on GMT II, Explorer)

Marco

[Marco Panti]

Originally Posted by 28mm

I put on my 124060 today as I haven't worn it much since I got it...It really is gorgeous. I love the look.

My wrist is about the same size as yours and without a doubt the 124060 is not as comfortable as many of what i have. The new GMT is more comfortable for some reason. I would have some fatigue if I wore a 41mm Sub all day every day...Yet it is super great..Just not so comfortable for me.

The new Air-King which I did try on is more comfortable but very different watches of course.

Yes I think the shape of your wrist matters very much not just the circumference. My wrist is very flat on the top in fact there is an indent now shaped almost exactly like a Submariner caseback

I find the AK to be supremely comfortable, I think the 21mm bracelet helps and also the fact it is not top heavy like the GMT or Sub (less of a problem as Sub also has 21mm versus 20mm GMT bracelet). My GMT is on Oyster.

It seems some find the 21mm more comfortable and some find it less comfortable. Maybe it depends on bony protusions if that is the right word in English?

Marco

[Marco Panti]

Originally Posted by Nepats81

I think youre find with either the sub or AK.

6.5 is not that small of a wrist. Don’t go and get a seadweller but a sub is fine

I think AK fine on 6.5in wrist especially if it is more flatter/wider on top than rounded

Someone sent me this site to try for watch sizing I don't know how accurate it is

https://watch-calculator.com/

Marco

[28mm]

Originally Posted by Marco Panti

I think AK fine on 6.5in wrist especially if it is more flatter/wider on top than rounded

Someone sent me this site to try for watch sizing I don't know how accurate it is

https://watch-calculator.com/

Marco

I'll try that tomorrow! thank you for posting it

[Marco Panti]

Originally Posted by 28mm

I'll try that tomorrow! thank you for posting it

How did you get on?