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Peter99 · 1 March 2017, 01:30 AM

Some 3 or 4 years ago I bought my Wife a Rolex Datejust with white gold bezel and jubilee bracelet which she likes very much.
Apologies for the quality of the pic!
However, she has mentioned that during the day time in particular, she has noticed that the ladies tend to wear somewhat larger watches than hers.
Having spoken about this perhaps more than once or twice I feel it time to buy her another Rolex.
My problem is which one? I would much appreciate if anyone has an idea which in their experience or opinion would be a good choice.
Obviously I am not suggesting a Deepsea or even a Submariner or Explorer as I don't really this type of Rolex would be really suitable for her.
I have a SubC with date plus ExpMk1 with which she has shown no interest.
Any ideas?

beer · 1 March 2017, 01:33 AM

a lot of women wear gold daytonas maybe consider one of those

kearez · 1 March 2017, 01:34 AM

Daytona? "Smaller" than a sub but will have a greater presence compaired to her Datejust.

Castiel · 1 March 2017, 01:34 AM

If it's not a surprise for her, take your wife to the AD and let her pick the one she likes.

tifosi · 1 March 2017, 01:35 AM

How about a 36mm Datejust? Or possibly a 39mm Oyster Perpetual with a nice color dial?

toucan · 1 March 2017, 01:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beer

a lot of women wear gold daytonas maybe consider one of those

Yup!

beshannon · 1 March 2017, 01:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Castiel

If it's not a surprise for her, take your wife to the AD and let her pick the one she likes.

/thread

Avud Bazmon · 1 March 2017, 02:29 AM

Rg ym?

MonBK · 1 March 2017, 02:31 AM

How about asking HER what she wants?

LuminousMaximus · 1 March 2017, 02:35 AM

Women want Gold watches, to know you care...

Muzz · 1 March 2017, 02:39 AM

31 or 36mm DJ would probably be what she has in mind. I would absolutely get her involved in the process!!

RMC12 · 1 March 2017, 02:43 AM

Probably best to ask her although I bought my wife a mid sized Platinum Dial YM (35mm) as a surprise and she absolutely loves it. I don't think they still do this model as it has been updated to the 37mm Rhodium Dial. She has also said loves the now Rose Gold TT in 40mm or the Rose Gold on the Oysterflex in either size.

TimeRookie · 1 March 2017, 02:44 AM

How about one of the Yachtmasters? My wife has the 35mm but if she wants larger, get her the 40mm.

By the way, that's my arm with the 40mm. ;)

watchwatcher · 1 March 2017, 02:47 AM

Got my wife this for Christmas...we have been well pleased with it.

At 36mm, it fits in nicely with the larger watches women are wearing today, without getting too cumbersome.

Number3 · 1 March 2017, 02:53 AM

Larry's suggestion above would be perfect I think. Lovely size and colour but nicely understated for day wear and keep the 26mm for evening attire.

BBL · 1 March 2017, 02:56 AM

That is wonderful! Have you also explored the Rolex website for ideas? I also agree about letting her choose.... very exciting!

Options:
at bottom of page ... select size, features, etc.
https://www.rolex.com/watches/find-rolex/man.html

Psmith · 1 March 2017, 04:31 AM

Go to an AD or boutique and let her choose?

TheRolexKingofLV · 1 March 2017, 05:03 AM

I like the Daytona idea...I've been seeing a lot of women sporting them lately!

droptopman · 1 March 2017, 05:22 AM

As others suggested. Take her to try some on and see what she likes. My wife chose a RG TT 36mm DJ with white diamond dial. I would have picked a 31mm with one of the floral patterns which she did not like...

Good luck on the hunt.

Peter99 · 1 March 2017, 05:53 AM

Many thanks for all your comments and suggestions!
Some kindly suggested: discuss with the Wife. Am sure she would say: No!
It would have to be enforced, say a birthday present.
When I bought the datejust it was a surprise Christmas present. I was on tenterhooks!
She loves it! Phew!
The SS & platinum small 37mm yacht master is a good possibility, but am still browsing the Rolex UK website! Cheers!

amh · 1 March 2017, 07:45 AM

Her existing one looks great! It's a classic.

I also encourage you to take her shopping and let her pick. Happy wife, happy life!

beer · 1 March 2017, 08:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Castiel

If it's not a surprise for her, take your wife to the AD and let her pick the one she likes.

Quote:

Originally Posted by beshannon

/thread

Quote:

Originally Posted by MonBK

How about asking HER what she wants?

i was going to post the same thing but then i actually read the thread and realised that for once an OP actually has already discussed it with his wife

1st amg · 1 March 2017, 08:35 AM

I went with this last year for my wife 40th, she loves it still today. 36mm is just right.

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Gerry62 · 1 March 2017, 08:41 AM

Obviously I am not suggesting a Deepsea or even a Submariner or Explorer as I don't really this type of Rolex would be really suitable for her.

Why do you say this?

For my wife ......

masyv6 · 1 March 2017, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Castiel

If it's not a surprise for her, take your wife to the AD and let her pick the one she likes.

Right answer!!

Let her pick.

TimeRookie · 1 March 2017, 10:25 AM

This is my wife's 35mm YM and my watch as well. She really likes it but it is a bit of a struggle to see sometimes. That's why I have the blue dialed YM.

AJM914 · 1 March 2017, 10:28 AM

Datejust 36mm is very popular for women!

GFONG · 1 March 2017, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Psmith

Go to an AD or boutique and let her choose?

This

Boopie · 1 March 2017, 02:16 PM

Sounds like the two of you need to take a field trip to the nearest Rolex dealer.

My ladies' Yachtmaster is now 16 years old. It is 29 mm, and I know that the style now is towards larger watches. So, I've tried on my husband's Sub and GMT to see how they look. The 40 mm, for me, is definitely too big (I'm 5'8" so not a petite gal) although I know there are many women on this forum who love that size.

For me, I like the proportion of my watch's face and lugs on my wrist. Fit and size is very personal. It may be that your wife would like, and would look better in, a larger size Rolex. My mother-in-law's classic (35 + years old) DateJust is way too small for my wrist, and the face is hard to see. If I wore that every day, I would be interested in a larger watch as well.

If the 40 mm looked good on me I would take my husband's Pepsi GMT. Or, I'd go modern and get the right BLNR GMT. I guess you can tell I'm a sports watch fan.

Happy shopping!

1 March 2017, 01:30 AM	#1
Peter99 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: London Watch: 116610LN & 214270 Posts: 495	A new Rolex for the Wife Some 3 or 4 years ago I bought my Wife a Rolex Datejust with white gold bezel and jubilee bracelet which she likes very much. Apologies for the quality of the pic! However, she has mentioned that during the day time in particular, she has noticed that the ladies tend to wear somewhat larger watches than hers. Having spoken about this perhaps more than once or twice I feel it time to buy her another Rolex. My problem is which one? I would much appreciate if anyone has an idea which in their experience or opinion would be a good choice. Obviously I am not suggesting a Deepsea or even a Submariner or Explorer as I don't really this type of Rolex would be really suitable for her. I have a SubC with date plus ExpMk1 with which she has shown no interest. Any ideas? Attached Images

1 March 2017, 01:33 AM	#2
beer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Watch Dealer atm! Watch: all Posts: 2,800	a lot of women wear gold daytonas maybe consider one of those __________________

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tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	How about a 36mm Datejust? Or possibly a 39mm Oyster Perpetual with a nice color dial? __________________ Russ

1 March 2017, 02:29 AM	#8
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1 March 2017, 01:34 AM	#3
kearez "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: 36000FT Posts: 702	Daytona? "Smaller" than a sub but will have a greater presence compaired to her Datejust.

1 March 2017, 01:34 AM	#4
Castiel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Jim Location: California Posts: 432	If it's not a surprise for her, take your wife to the AD and let her pick the one she likes.

1 March 2017, 02:31 AM	#9
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,277	How about asking HER what she wants?

1 March 2017, 02:39 AM	#11
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	31 or 36mm DJ would probably be what she has in mind. I would absolutely get her involved in the process!!

1 March 2017, 02:43 AM	#12
RMC12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Jon Location: UK Watch: Smurf/Hulk/1680 Posts: 2,920	Probably best to ask her although I bought my wife a mid sized Platinum Dial YM (35mm) as a surprise and she absolutely loves it. I don't think they still do this model as it has been updated to the 37mm Rhodium Dial. She has also said loves the now Rose Gold TT in 40mm or the Rose Gold on the Oysterflex in either size.

1 March 2017, 02:44 AM	#13
TimeRookie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Don Location: Canada Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 2,216	How about one of the Yachtmasters? My wife has the 35mm but if she wants larger, get her the 40mm. By the way, that's my arm with the 40mm. ;) Attached Images __________________ 1988 15053 Rolex Date Two Tone (Grad Present) 116710 GMT Master II BLNR Seiko Prospex LX SNR031 Pelagos 42mm Explorer II 226570

1 March 2017, 02:47 AM	#14
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,196	Got my wife this for Christmas...we have been well pleased with it. At 36mm, it fits in nicely with the larger watches women are wearing today, without getting too cumbersome. Attached Images

1 March 2017, 02:53 AM	#15
Number3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: London Watch: 114060LB Posts: 4,042	Larry's suggestion above would be perfect I think. Lovely size and colour but nicely understated for day wear and keep the 26mm for evening attire.

1 March 2017, 02:56 AM	#16
BBL "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: DM Location: USA Watch: DD-YG/DJ/Breitling Posts: 8,948	That is wonderful! Have you also explored the Rolex website for ideas? I also agree about letting her choose.... very exciting! Options: at bottom of page ... select size, features, etc. https://www.rolex.com/watches/find-rolex/man.html

1 March 2017, 04:31 AM	#17
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Go to an AD or boutique and let her choose? __________________

1 March 2017, 05:03 AM	#18
TheRolexKingofLV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Trace Location: Vegas/Bay Area Posts: 9,234	I like the Daytona idea...I've been seeing a lot of women sporting them lately! __________________ Official Host "The Penthouse Party" Las Vegas 2018 Instagram @tracenunes

1 March 2017, 05:22 AM	#19
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,663	As others suggested. Take her to try some on and see what she likes. My wife chose a RG TT 36mm DJ with white diamond dial. I would have picked a 31mm with one of the floral patterns which she did not like... Good luck on the hunt.

1 March 2017, 05:53 AM	#20
Peter99 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: London Watch: 116610LN & 214270 Posts: 495	Many thanks for all your comments and suggestions! Some kindly suggested: discuss with the Wife. Am sure she would say: No! It would have to be enforced, say a birthday present. When I bought the datejust it was a surprise Christmas present. I was on tenterhooks! She loves it! Phew! The SS & platinum small 37mm yacht master is a good possibility, but am still browsing the Rolex UK website! Cheers!

1 March 2017, 07:45 AM	#21
amh "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tejas Watch: Various Posts: 5,082	Her existing one looks great! It's a classic. I also encourage you to take her shopping and let her pick. Happy wife, happy life!

1 March 2017, 08:35 AM	#23
1st amg 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: nicholas Location: ottawa canada Watch: Rolex,AP,Panerai Posts: 10,575	I went with this last year for my wife 40th, she loves it still today. 36mm is just right. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1 March 2017, 08:41 AM	#24
Gerry62 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Italy EU Watch: Rolex Panerai Posts: 7,663	Obviously I am not suggesting a Deepsea or even a Submariner or Explorer as I don't really this type of Rolex would be really suitable for her. Why do you say this? For my wife ......

1 March 2017, 10:25 AM	#26
TimeRookie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Don Location: Canada Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 2,216	This is my wife's 35mm YM and my watch as well. She really likes it but it is a bit of a struggle to see sometimes. That's why I have the blue dialed YM. Attached Images __________________ 1988 15053 Rolex Date Two Tone (Grad Present) 116710 GMT Master II BLNR Seiko Prospex LX SNR031 Pelagos 42mm Explorer II 226570

1 March 2017, 10:28 AM	#27
AJM914 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: AJ Location: NY Watch: ♕ Posts: 6,761	Datejust 36mm is very popular for women! __________________

1 March 2017, 02:16 PM	#29
Boopie "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Beverly Hills, CA Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 3,985	Sounds like the two of you need to take a field trip to the nearest Rolex dealer. My ladies' Yachtmaster is now 16 years old. It is 29 mm, and I know that the style now is towards larger watches. So, I've tried on my husband's Sub and GMT to see how they look. The 40 mm, for me, is definitely too big (I'm 5'8" so not a petite gal) although I know there are many women on this forum who love that size. For me, I like the proportion of my watch's face and lugs on my wrist. Fit and size is very personal. It may be that your wife would like, and would look better in, a larger size Rolex. My mother-in-law's classic (35 + years old) DateJust is way too small for my wrist, and the face is hard to see. If I wore that every day, I would be interested in a larger watch as well. If the 40 mm looked good on me I would take my husband's Pepsi GMT. Or, I'd go modern and get the right BLNR GMT. I guess you can tell I'm a sports watch fan. Happy shopping!

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