Would a 36mm look weird/too small on my wrist?

[superb]

Please don't. You would look like you stolen some boy's watch to wear.

[springbar]

Originally Posted by watchf

Here is a shot of a DJ II 40mm on my 7 inch wrist. It looks just right, I am thinking of getting a 36mm DD. 4mm difference seems like a big size difference, how do you think a 36mm would do on my wrist?

Based on your photo, I think a 36mm would look better.

[ocwatching]

Its all a matter of personal preference.

However, I have not seen the DJII on a wrist for a while and somehow at 41mm (and I wear 35-45mm) the DJII lost some of that "Datejust-ness." Maybe I am just old school.

+1 on DD...

[subkrawler]

Originally Posted by watchf

Here is a shot of a DJ II 40mm on my 7 inch wrist. It looks just right, I am thinking of getting a 36mm DD. 4mm difference seems like a big size difference, how do you think a 36mm would do on my wrist?

You won't have a problem at all. I have a 7 inch wrist, and I wear an EX I almost daily. It's all in what you get used to. Now when I go back to my Subs or my SD, they feel big. Honestly, I think the DJ II looks too large.

[subkrawler]

Originally Posted by watchf

I found another wrist shot of me with a 38mm on. Comments?

Looks much better than the DJ II.

[shat]

I thought a 36 would be too small for my 7 1/4" wrist but when I slipped it on the first time it felt like a 'natural'. But my 36 is a vintage yg dd with a presi braclet so I think a big part of the size has to do with the feel including the 'heft' of the 70+ gram bracelet.

[Dan2010]

Yes, it is too small for you. Women and children everywhere will be laughing at you..............................................j ust kidding.........it will look better than the DJII in my opinion.

[gold canyon]

Originally Posted by G.J

36mm looks good one everyone, unless you have a HUGE wrist...

This whole ''36mm=too small'' stuff is located between the ears IMHO.

36mm wears very comfortable and looks sophisticated

Agree 100%.

[sea-dweller]

Try one on and see...

[adam78]

The perception that a watch is too small is often based on fashion trends and not on reality. In the past, watches as small as 27mm across were worn by men with wrists much larger than mine (6.75" or so) and were not considered effete. The length from lug-to-lug is also important. Personally, I would never wear a watch which extends in lug length beyond the confines of my wrist -- it would just look silly. I own a few 40mm watches (a couple of Subs, GMT 16750), but none larger.

Here is a Hamilton Lexington (27mm) on my wrist, a model which was likely worn by many officers in WWII:




And a 1956 Datejust (6605):

[CKLinLA]

Very true Adam

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Originally Posted by Danand

It will look more classic. Perhaps you would choose to wear it in more formal settings and the larger one in more casual? That could work really well. And when the inevitable day comes when wrist clocks go out of style you will be prepared!

x2.
Leaving asides dress watches (which I like a lot),
34-42mm would look normal/good on most wrists.

[Aspirin]

7 inches is the perfect length to fit for sporty Rolex.

[Dr. Robert]

Have you seen photos of Tom Selleck & Clint Eastwood wearing 36mm DJ's?
Looks ok on their wrist.

[JetRanger]

I own a DD and DD II, and strongly prefer the DD II. With today's styles, the 36 mm is perfect for a woman's wrist, but too small for a man's wrist, IMHO.

[LightOnAHill]

I think that the 36mm looks better in formal settings than the 41mm, but I'm biased ;)

[SaddleSC]

36mm is an absolute classic size for the Datejust. I think it is more versatile and will be more timeless in the future.

[Chipmunk]

James Worthy wears a 36mm DD and it looks weird on him. It should be perfect on you unless you're 6'10 with 8.75inch wrists.

[MortgageGuy]

I would say it would look just fine... That being said I prefer to not go smaller than 40mm myself as well. I do like a particular DJ however so I may be right there with you

[R.G]

Originally Posted by Dan2010

Yes, it is too small for you. Women and children everywhere will be laughing at you..............................................j ust kidding.........it will look better than the DJII in my opinion.

Ha ha...

[Chris B]

Originally Posted by Gerardus

36mm is fine.

[kyle L]

Wear what you like...

[SkyKing31]

You're DJII looks awesome, and so would the DD .. Post a pic if you get the DD

[KKB]

My wrist is 7.25" and I love to wear my 36mm DJ. Looks perfectly proportioned to me.

You can also ask M&M and Pele, both wearing 36mm DJs or DDs.
I also had a pic of Tony Soprano with a DD, but it won't upload for some reason.

(Thanks to Jake's Rolex Magazine www.rolexmagazine.com for the pictures)

[watchf]

Thanks for all the great help guys. I have decided to go ahead and get one but am stuck between two dials http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=172096

BTW I thought that pic of Pele was Bill Cosby when I first glanced at it LOL

[crowncollection]

36mm will be back in style before you know it, larger watches will come and go as they have before, 36mm allows for the perfect proportions rolex is famous for IMHO

[pawnshopkiller]

Originally Posted by crowncollection

36mm will be back in style before you know it, larger watches will come and go as they have before, 36mm allows for the perfect proportions rolex is famous for IMHO

[cdnwatchguy]

I think a lot has to do with a person's attitude. If you feel good wearing it, it will look good on you. If you are uncomfortable and self conscious wearing it then don't bother. Remember, you are wearing the watch for you, not the rest of us.

[smartson]

People might think 36mm is small for a large wrist. I think a YG DD has a more prominent presence than typical SS because of the deep gold tone. 36mm will feel just right. DD II would be too large too bling for most people.

[rms]

Originally Posted by rms

I have an 8.25 inch wrist and I think my 36mm Date Just looks great. I know the trend for many years has been larger watches but there is nothing wrong with a classy understatement 36mm Rolex DJ or DD.

Ok, here is an addition to my reply from last night. Do you think this beautiful 36mm Datejust looks small on my 8+" wrist? I think not.

p.s. sorry for low quality cell phone photo.

[Matrim604]

I think it'll look good.