Is the datejust 36mm to small ?

[Just0neMore]

This is the only one I have on my phone and it’s from the last time I was on an airplane, which feels like a lifetime ago ;(

But yeah I find the 36mm a nice, understated size, which I like and fits my 6.75-7” wrist nicely imo. It sounds like you know what you want and I’d echo others that said it’s personal preference and it’s not a “bad investment” if this is what suits you well and what you’ll enjoy wearing.

If the question was “what watches are the best investments” then that’s a different conversation. But even then, I certainly wouldn’t call 36mm watches worse investments than 41mm, that’s just not how it works.

[Jayz1]

I had a dj36 and I’m only 5 foot 8 inches with average sized wrists but it looked too small on me, it looked more feminine. I ended up adding a after market diamond bezel and it added much needed “girth” to it. I recently sold it and tried on datejust 41 and was fearing it would be huge but I was surprised that it fit perfect! Wasn’t too big and definitely looked like a man’s watch and not my girlfriends time peice.

[YTimepiece]

To be honest I have gone back and forth on this topic for many years. I have an 8.5" wrist so naturally I have gravitated towards larger watches: DSSD, 45mm PO etc... . I have tried several models of the DJ41, DJ11 etc... and I still like the proportions of the classic 36 DJ on my larger wrist. Cant go wrong with either though; best of luck!

[Rags]

If you are used to wearing larger watches say 40mm-42mm then yes a 36mm DJ would appear small but once you get accustomed to a 36mm it won't look small any longer.

[mpct5011]

Originally Posted by RolexAA

Hi all.

I'm seeking 2 watches but 1 is a datejust.

My wrist size is 6.5cm across ,
Is the 36mm too small moving forward ?
I love the look of 90's datejusts.
Is this a good idea / investment or with larger sizes being the modern thing is a 36mm a bad idea. I feel the 41mm is beautiful but looks too much and feels a little big.
I like the feel and look of the 36mm but worry I'm not investing right ?
Thoughts ?

Your wrist size is perfect for a 36mm.

[BNA/LION]

Go try on a 36mm and 40mm at your local AD and you will know.

[Sprezzatura!,]

Thought I would share this.

6.80” wrist with a DJ36 116200.

I’d be curious to hear if anyone here thinks this looks too small for my wrist.

Taken earlier on just today.

With a 6.5” wrist, it will take up even more space on your wrist.

[173rdabn]

Great size. I wore one for 33 years. Never seemed too small.

[Fin3908]

Love my 36


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[Marcjvr]

Originally Posted by Fin3908

Love my 36


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That looks sharp!!!

[KonradvonMarburg]

Originally Posted by Marcjvr

That looks sharp!!!

What model is this?

[Sprezzatura!,]

Originally Posted by konradvonmarburg

what model is this?

126200

[Ny325]

Originally Posted by Fin3908

Love my 36


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A AD in NYC has the exact watch. I almost pulled the trigger last week. However, decided now is not the right time for me to make this purchase. It’s definitely on my wish list though. Beautiful, classic Rolex. I have a 36mm white dial, DateJust I wear on my 7 1/2 wrist.

[Tongyk]

Love my 36 DJ, light, comfortable to wear. Will post a picture once I hit the allowable limit.


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[NobruX]

I have a 6.7 wrist.

I recently tried a 36 white dial and a 41 rhodium dial.

I'm still unsure. But I think both of them would work out. As many here said before, it's a matter of getting accostumized. No matter where we go, there are giant watches everywhere. We tend then to normalize it. Hence, it could feel strange nowadays wearing a 36 mm watch for the first time.

But I'm inclining towards the 36. It feels very comfortable and slim. Its a very low profile piece. Besides, it's also classic/timeless. I think I would get used to this size very quickly.





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[Slimpee]

Originally Posted by NobruX

I have a 6.7 wrist.

I recently tried a 36 white dial and a 41 rhodium dial.

I'm still unsure. But I think both of them would work out. As many here said before, it's a matter of getting accostumized. No matter where we go, there are giant watches everywhere. We tend then to normalize it. Hence, it could feel strange nowadays wearing a 36 mm watch for the first time.

But I'm inclining towards the 36. It feels very comfortable and slim. Its a very low profile piece. Besides, it's also classic/timeless. I think I would get used to this size very quickly.

I think the white DJ looks great on your wrist! I think it’s a better size for you than the 41. But your gut already knows the right answer...you just need to listen to it.

[NobruX]

Originally Posted by Slimpee

I think the white DJ looks great on your wrist! I think it’s a better size for you than the 41. But your gut already knows the right answer...you just need to listen to it.

Thanks for the feedback, Slimpee. I agree, 36 feels very well balanced.

I actually decided to follow an alternate route this time. Picked up the last blue OP 39 they got in stock. Easy to dress formal or casual.

My next move will be towards a more formal setting. Probably the DJ 36 with jubilee and silver dial.




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[Slimpee]

Originally Posted by NobruX

Thanks for the feedback, Slimpee. I agree, 36 feels very well balanced.

I actually decided to follow an alternate route this time. Picked up the last blue OP 39 they got in stock. Easy to dress formal or casual.

My next move will be towards a more formal setting. Probably the DJ 36 with jubilee and silver dial.

Great choice! I think the OP is a versatile watch. It has plenty of water resistance and the sportier oyster bracelet and smooth bezel so you can dress it up or down.

[Sprezzatura!,]

Originally Posted by NobruX

I have a 6.7 wrist.

I recently tried a 36 white dial and a 41 rhodium dial.

I'm still unsure. But I think both of them would work out. As many here said before, it's a matter of getting accostumized. No matter where we go, there are giant watches everywhere. We tend then to normalize it. Hence, it could feel strange nowadays wearing a 36 mm watch for the first time.

But I'm inclining towards the 36. It feels very comfortable and slim. Its a very low profile piece. Besides, it's also classic/timeless. I think I would get used to this size very quickly.





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How on earth could you possibly go with the DJ41, based on those photos? The 41mm looks huge on you, and you have very slender wrists by the look of it.

Do you wear trousers that are a few inches too wide because others wear larger sizes?

Do you wear larger shoes than you need, because you prefer to know you’re wearing large footwear?

What’s important is what looks good on your wrist. A DJ41 on someone else’s wrist might look like what the DJ36 looks like in your wrist. It’s all relative.

The DJ36 is as big as you’d want on you’re wrist by the looks of it. Looks good.

[Ny325]

Originally Posted by NobruX

I have a 6.7 wrist.

I recently tried a 36 white dial and a 41 rhodium dial.

I'm still unsure. But I think both of them would work out. As many here said before, it's a matter of getting accostumized. No matter where we go, there are giant watches everywhere. We tend then to normalize it. Hence, it could feel strange nowadays wearing a 36 mm watch for the first time.

But I'm inclining towards the 36. It feels very comfortable and slim. Its a very low profile piece. Besides, it's also classic/timeless. I think I would get used to this size very quickly.





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I have the same DJ36. It gets more wrist time, than my SS Submariner Date. It’s a timeless piece that will be around forever.

[Sprezzatura!,]

Originally Posted by Ny325

I have the same DJ36. It gets more wrist time, than my SS Submariner Date. It’s a timeless piece that will be around forever.

No offence. That DJ41 goes well beyond the edges of your wrist.

It’s not just the lugs from point to point. There are end links that stick out further.

You’re right. You’ve probably seen a load of watches that are way too big for wrist they are being worn on, hence even contemplating the 41 as it looks there. There are loads of comical examples on the forum.

That 36mm is the correct size.

I’m not talking about trends. I’m talking about what looks conventionally right on your wrist, which looks to be very slender.

[owl.]

Originally Posted by NobruX

I have a 6.7 wrist.

I recently tried a 36 white dial and a 41 rhodium dial.

I'm still unsure. But I think both of them would work out. As many here said before, it's a matter of getting accostumized. No matter where we go, there are giant watches everywhere. We tend then to normalize it. Hence, it could feel strange nowadays wearing a 36 mm watch for the first time.

But I'm inclining towards the 36. It feels very comfortable and slim. Its a very low profile piece. Besides, it's also classic/timeless. I think I would get used to this size very quickly.





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To me these two different watches make 2 very different statements

One says: understated class

The other: look at me, I’ve got a Rolex


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[Ny325]

Originally Posted by owl.

To me these two different watches make 2 very different statements

One says: understated class

The other: look at me, I’ve got a Rolex


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Totally agree. Keep it simple. Less is more.

[Goose 104]

I think 36mm works well on my 7 inch flat wrist. As others have said it is the classic size and suits the design. There is something about the scaled up DJ41 that just seems a little off to me.

[brian_timepieces]

I already feel like some 40mm watches, depending on the dial and case, are too small for me and my wrist is pretty small. I think I just prefer a big wrist presence though. I think your preference on wrist preference is what it comes down to.


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[QueenCityWatch]

You could definitely pull off a 36mm DJ. I have a few 36mm watches and my wrist is a little over 7"

[BLT2020]

6.5 inch wrist should be absolutely fine. I'm at 7.25 inch or so and it just looks too small (I could justify the size to myself but it would always nag me).

Those who fit a 36 well should count themselves lucky as they have a bigger pool of models to choose from and they are less costly. I was trying to persuade myself on a 36 to be "classic" but just didn't work for my tastes and size.

[Tongyk]

36mm Datejust prefer the look and comfort/weight


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[JEAJ]

I agree the 36mm IMHO is the correct size for you. It looks great and fits your well. I now have a smallish wrist after losing around 70lbs. I wear a 36mm RG DD and for me it’s perfect. I don’t care about making any kind of statement, I usually wear a long sleeve shirt and rarely does my watch show. Having said that, I also have a Omega Flightmaster that I wear, but it’s a completely different watch and look. It’s also a work watch that I wear while flying. I don’t think you can go wrong with the 36mm.

[Stand To]

Datejust 36mm . . . . . ( 38.5 ) . . . . . Datejust 41mm