Which Explorer?

[John Doyle]

36mm is perfect i'd go for that.

[espanol]

Originally Posted by Kevin of Larchmont

Here’s the part that I don’t get, we’re supposed to be watch collectors so what’s the argument against having watches of different sizes in the collection? I personally own 36, 38, 40, 42 and 44mm with a 6.75” wrist and wear them interchangeably based on mood, circumstance and activity. I could never understand how someone would want all their watches to be the same size.

Agreed. Prefer to look at unique aspects and judge off that. For example, the matte dial on the 39mm was a great feature. Harkened back to the matte dials of 1016’s.

No reason to ‘pick a side.’ All can be enjoyed for various reasons.

[~Ocho1~]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

From its introduction in 1953 until 2010, the Rolex Explorer was ONLY available in 36 mm, and was a very popular watch, no matter one’s wrist size. So, yes, I am suggesting that even people with an 8 inch wrist should seriously consider the 36mm, over the 39 or 40 mm size. It looks great on everyone.

Kat


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Men were much smaller & dainty back in those days.......

[NigeG]

Originally Posted by ~Ocho1~

Men were much smaller & dainty back in those days.......

As were the watches - mostly


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[Clockmeister]

Originally Posted by majidessa

I'm sorry to say but the watch looks small on your wrist, I understand the charm of 36 but I do not think that it fits all wrists equally good the same goes for 40

Agreed. The 40mm would look better IMO.
If classic size is the main goal: if you were looking for a dress watch, (not for a tuxedo) would you choose a “classic” 33mm Patek Calatrava? I think most people on this forum would say it’s too small. But, it’s been a classic for many decades.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by majidessa

I'm sorry to say but the watch looks small on your wrist, I understand the charm of 36 but I do not think that it fits all wrists equally good the same goes for 40

I think it looks great, but here’s the truth. The only opinion that matters is that of the wearer. As someone else said, I have all different size watches in my collection, ranging from 34 mm to 45 mm. Today I’m wearing a 40 mm GMT, and it fits fine, and looks great on my wrist. Whatever anyone else may think is irrelevant.

Kat


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[~Ocho1~]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

I think it looks great, but here’s the truth. The only opinion that matters is that of the wearer. As someone else said, I have all different size watches in my collection, ranging from 34 mm to 45 mm. Today I’m wearing a 40 mm GMT, and it fits fine, and looks great on my wrist. Whatever anyone else may think is irrelevant.

Kat


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I whole heartedly agree. I've never been one to be influenced by what others think, especially rando's on the internet, lol.

I love my little Explorer & like how it looks on my ham hock wrist.

Funny, a few weeks ago I was at the poker table & this older guy comments on my watch, a DJ41. He says "that's a beautiful watch, but don't they make it bigger? Your a big guy, you should wear something bigger." I told him I wished it were smaller & I don't really like big watches. Of course he was wearing something like a 50mm Invicta, so......