36mm too small for 7.25” wrist?

[fskywalker]

7 1/4 inches wrist with 18239




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[csfischer20]

I wear a DD 36 and have a 7.5 inch wrist. It’s a good size.

[HiBoost]

Originally Posted by robinmgb

Way too small in my opinion, recently sold my Day Date as even on my 6.5 inch wrist in looked a joke, like I was wearing a ladies watch!
My DJ41 is minimum size in my opinion, I don’t believe this is a trend and can’t see men wearing small 36mm watches again in the future

Would love to see a picture of that on your wrist, hard to imagine it looked that bad. If you want a Rolex to look like a Nixon then sure, below 40 is too small. But for classic proportions 39-40 seems perfect for a 7" wrist and 36 should look smaller but certainly not feminine.

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[goodolejr]

Originally Posted by dannyp

Also depends on whether your wrist is "wide" or "thick."

Hand size also ultimately plays into what watches will look good on what wrists.

Well said. One more factor as well: height. All other things being equal, a 36mm watch will generally wear better on a shorter to average-height gent than, say, one who is 6'5.

[Robert Bruce]

If you prefer a slightly smaller watch, definitely get it. It's all purely a matter of personal taste.

[jc_schmidt]

Originally Posted by BobDyl

As a general rule, I'd say 36mm is somewhat small for your size wrist. I have about the same size wrist and I recently got a bit obsessed with the 36mm Datejust - they look fabulous in photos. But when I tried a few on at the AD, it just didn't work, it was *tiny*. At the same time, I'd say the Datejust 41, even though not truly 41mm in diameter, is just a tad too big. The Day Date 40 is imho the perfect size but a bit flashy and obviously expensive.

Case shape also has a lot to with perceived size (more square = larger), as do integrated bracelets (look bigger), as do dial colors (darker looks smaller, whiter looks larger), as do thin bezels (more dial, less bezel = bigger looking). Definitely try before you buy in this case!

good to know I can fit a Platinum Daytona with 7 inch wrist tho ;P

[Nairn1980]

Originally Posted by ChooChooTroy

36 on 7.8” wrist is great

I’d say that looks way too small......
just my opinion of course

[straden]

If my wrist was that size, I am all over skydweller

[espanol]

For generations men wore watches in the 30-36mm range. While it may not be in vogue now, classic style is classic for a reason. 36mm is fine.

[Franzyman]

From my experience, on pictures 36mm looks appropriate , but in person it seems too small and feminine on my 7.25 inch wrist. 39mm is my lower limit for most watches.

[justin88]

I got my datejust 36mm TT as my graduation gift 30 years ago. I was 175 lbs, 7.25 inches wirst. Now 150 lbs and my datejust on my 7 inches wrist.

[173rdabn]

Go with what YOU like. The advice here is suspect as we're all rather warped.

[garyk]

Originally Posted by JoeG74536

What does the forum think? I personally prefer the 36mm DJ and DD over their 40mm counter parts. As stated I’ve got a 7.25” inch wrist, bigger guy but just prefer the classic case sizes in these two references. I’ve tried to like the DD40 and DJ 41 but for some reason keep coming back to 36mm pieces. I guess I’m just old fashioned. So what does everyone think, is 36mm too small for me? Not that I’d stop wearing my 36mm pieces either way lol. Just curious what the forums thoughts are with the bigger is better trend.

I have a 7 inch wrist, I wear smaller vintage watches in the 35 to 38mm all the way up to a 50mm digital and everything in between. No right or wrong, just what makes you happy...

[kizerman]

Whatever makes you happy but IMO a 36mm piece is for a woman or a slight man with wrists under 7". So many women wearing 39 and 40mm these days. My wife wears a 36 and 39mm OP but will rock my 16710 on occasion.

[ltmgeller]

Looks good

[CyclePath1]

I think DJ36 on 7.25" looks great

[atl_rolex_guy]

Originally Posted by JoeG74536

What does the forum think? I personally prefer the 36mm DJ and DD over their 40mm counter parts. As stated I’ve got a 7.25” inch wrist, bigger guy but just prefer the classic case sizes in these two references. I’ve tried to like the DD40 and DJ 41 but for some reason keep coming back to 36mm pieces. I guess I’m just old fashioned. So what does everyone think, is 36mm too small for me? Not that I’d stop wearing my 36mm pieces either way lol. Just curious what the forums thoughts are with the bigger is better trend.

Yes, daytona 40 looks small on my 7"

[Verdi]

Datejust, DD.......I prefer the 36mm models. I like the proportions and comfort on the wrist.

Sport models.....40-41mm. Although my GADA watch is 39mm Explorer.

Wrist size: 7 inch.


PS: I also own 34mm watches. Have a look here for my take on the 34mm OP and judging the size
https://www.instagram.com/p/CD3Z41_H...=1ql79d6g1yg4u

[Thuilln]

Originally Posted by robinmgb

Way too small in my opinion, recently sold my Day Date as even on my 6.5 inch wrist in looked a joke, like I was wearing a ladies watch!
My DJ41 is minimum size in my opinion, I don’t believe this is a trend and can’t see men wearing small 36mm watches again in the future

Thanks for the laugh, I almost spit my coffee on my small watch!

[Thuilln]

Originally Posted by Krash

Sorry, but this needs to be said. The reverse is also true. 40, 41 and 42mm watches look just as ridiculous on guys with a 6.5” wrist. It accentuates how skinny their arms are. The posts on TRF confirm this on a daily basis.

Don’t want to start a war, just trying to balance things out a bit.


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True. See the Explorer on today’s WRUW , it looks like a satellite dish on a bracelet.

[TopDog2315]

Originally Posted by Thuilln

True. See the Explorer on today’s WRUW , it looks like a satellite dish on a bracelet.

I agree with you!!!

In my opinion its better that a watch is smaller than to big!

I have small wrist and to be honest I'm not comfortable with the modern day MAXI size cases - I find it looks ridiculous on me.

The 36mm DJ is a classic and fits my wrist perfectly, probably better than any other size in the Rolex lineup!!

If I were to dive into the Professional Sports models it would be the 5 digits hands down!!

[doramas]

No no no...

[Richard Carver]

The ability of he human mind to deceive itself is infinite. Those young men who wear their pants around their knees genuinely believe that looks good. Never wear something you'll be embarrassed to see in a pic in 20 years. LOL,how many of you have gone around deleting pics of yourself with that spiffy pointy headed haircut you had a few years ago? :)

The classics will never embarrass you, a 36mm on your tiny wrist will always look good, a hubcap size watch on that same wrist may make you feel like your pants are down around your knees in a few years. I know you think it looks great but trust me, there are those looking at you who wonder 'what the hell is that guy thinking'?

Do whatever you wish, at the end of the day you're the only one who cares. :)

[zengineer]

Originally Posted by Dpop24

How about a famous actor?



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How about because it looks good on him, regardless of his job or the character he plays.

He wears that watch, not the other way around.

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[Putnam Dan]

I can and do, happily and comfortably, wear watches ranging from 36 to 47mm all the time. Do what you want, when you want, no rules regarding this aspect of life.

[Donkos]

I lean more to 40mm.

[alphadweller]

My wife says it looks too small. .

On a serious note, I could wear a dressy 36mm watch on my 18,5cm/7.2in wrist, but I prefer 38-40mm.

[EvelynWaugh]

what a pointless discussion. Its all relative to the wearer's height and wrist/arm proportion.