First post! Can men wear mid-size watches?

[Daniel Swartz]

This is my first post so thank you for a terrific forum.

About a year ago, I was given a mid-size Rolex as a graduation present. But it was a mid-size watch and (being an American) had never seen men wear a mid-size watch before.

Since I travel a fair amount for work, I've noticed that men outside of the U.S. sometimes wear them. But generally speaking, I only see women wearing them.

I've never been able to wear the watch because of these concerns.

But I'd love to hear everyone's thoughts please.

Thanks!

[JJ Irani]

Welcome to TRF, Daniel.

The mid-size has been categorised by Rolex as only 31 mm in their catalogue.

Is yours a 31 mm model or slightly larger? In places like the Far East and Asia, the mid-size is pretty popular as people there have a smaller bone structure and hence smaller wrists.

Post a pic if you can and hope you enjoy your stay on TRF.

Cheers - JJ

[GoldenBear]

Some men wear earrings...Seriously, smaller-wristed men can pull it off. On an "average" size guy it may look strange.

[advocatia]

I have 2 male friends who own mid size Date Justs. They look small and just not right to my eye.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by advocatia

They look small and just not right to my eye.

What? The watches or the male friends?

[Rockrolex]

First of all, welcome to TRF, Dan. Glad you found our friendly forum.

It sounds like you're uncomfortable with a smaller watch. If so, why not trade it in for a larger size that would be more suitable for you.

The DJs and DDs run 36 mm. The sport watchs, like the Sub, SD and GMT are in the 39-40 mm range.

If you can swing the trade (although it will probably cost you something out of pocket), I would try on several before making a decision. Believe it or not, you may end up deciding that the mid-size is right for you.

[kcmo]

Hi Daniel and welcome!

I think a lot of us have struggled with this at one time or another - deciding which case size is best. It's a pretty personal choice.

By all means, if you're comfortable wearing a mid-size, go for it But by the sounds of it (you not wearing it), perhaps moving up to a traditional 'men's size' would be better. Best to go try the different variations at an AD.

I'm a gal and find that I just can't wear anything smaller than a 36mm! Strange as it may sound, I'm used to larger watches and even a 34mm feels weird on my wrist! But that's me

Post photos if you have a chance!

[rolex5]

I've seen a man w/ the boy size (TT Datejust), and it does not look nice at all (my opinion). I even know the guy.

[idoitsavant]

I have a very small wrist (approx 6"-6.25") and I feel uncomfortable wearing divers watches like Planet Ocean and such.
However, I do not look out of place wearing one because of my frame.
Based on looks alone, the size of the body will probably determine if the watch will look small or hugh.
As far as comfort is concerned, the size of the wrist will be the deciding factor (I think).

[jac67]

Hey my father-in-law wears a ladies watch, and he doesn't have small wrists. (No he is STRAIGHT).

He says it feels like he isn't wearing a watch, much more comfortable.


John.

[SPACE-DWELLER]

Originally Posted by jac67

Hey my father-in-law wears a ladies watch, and he doesn't have small wrists. (No he is STRAIGHT).

He says it feels like he isn't wearing a watch, much more comfortable.


John.

Ah, THAT is the reason why JJ wears Rolex "Sporties" only. Because he would simply not be able to FIND again a lady's Rolex on that hairy arm of his

[jac67]

Originally Posted by Spacedweller

Ah, THAT is the reason why JJ wears Rolex "Sporties" only. Because he would simply not be able to FIND again a lady's Rolex on that hairy arm of his.

I think our JJ may be compensating for something else..........


John.

[SPACE-DWELLER]

Originally Posted by jac67

I think our JJ may be compensating for something else..........


John.

Why, SURELY you DON'T mean....



Or DO you??

[Alcan]

Hi Daniel, welcome aboard!

If you're not comfortable wearing a smaller watch, then by all means sell it and buy the one you want. Trading a watch in is pretty much like trading in a car, they'll give you wholesale price only. You'd be further ahead to sell it privately then buy the one that sings your name.

[AndrewG]

You need to wear what is comfortable for you and what looks right, TO YOU, depending on your wrist size; I wear an Explorer and anything bigger-like a II or whatever would look like an alarm-clock hanging off my wrist and a little ridiculous!

[SPACE-DWELLER]

You have already received very excellent advice from the other members, so I would just wish you good luck finding the right Rolex for you (which you would find by trying on some Rolex models on your wrist and see which one "smiles back at you" the most).

Welcome to TRF!

[Ragu]

My White Exp. II looks like a mid-sized watch on my wrist.
Always need to add two extra links so as to fit over my hand and wrist.
Yea, it's my wrist not my ankle.

[Arturo]

I think many of us would have had no problem with the midsize until we started wearing the larger sports Rollie size, and then we adjusted our perceptions up as to what fits. I have a beautiful midsize Omega SMP, and I am actually wearing it as I type. It is a really nice watch, same big lume markers, just a smaller forum for it all. I like it with certain dress shirts and certain suits.

[Tombstone]

My father has small wrists he wears a mid-size I almost need to buy an additional link with my watches so I could never wear his watch. Nothing wrong with a mid-sized watch on a man. I have seen many men wearing mid-sized Rolex watches.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Tombstone

My father has small wrists he wears a mid-size I almost need to buy an additional link with my watches so I could never wear his watch. Nothing wrong with a mid-sized watch on a man. I have seen many men wearing mid-sized Rolex watches.

When I used to visit Hong Kong in the mid-90s, I saw mostly mid-size TT DJs on most of the people there. Very popular size in that part of the world.

[MIKWANA]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

When I used to visit Hong Kong in the mid-90s, I saw mostly mid-size TT DJs on most of the people there. Very popular size in that part of the world.

Hello jj,from couple of day's i'am observing the forum and the discussion going-on,and specially the advice and suggestion's you are giving to fellow member's,i was much impresssed by it,and appreciates it,Sir i'am from india,and looking forward to buy a rolex prince in yellow gold,although there is in fact waiting list on that particular model,but i'am supposed to pay premiun,so as to get the watch,no problem with that,but sir i wanna know from you,is it advisable to go for that model,basically i want dressy watch,if not which dressy watch is best in yellow gold with leather strap,i'am immensely brand loyal consumer,do want to look any other brand except rollie.hope sir you will do the needful,thanking you,.God bless you.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by MIKWANA

Hello jj,from couple of day's i'am observing the forum and the discussion going-on,and specially the advice and suggestion's you are giving to fellow member's,i was much impresssed by it,and appreciates it,Sir i'am from india,and looking forward to buy a rolex prince in yellow gold,although there is in fact waiting list on that particular model,but i'am supposed to pay premiun,so as to get the watch,no problem with that,but sir i wanna know from you,is it advisable to go for that model,basically i want dressy watch,if not which dressy watch is best in yellow gold with leather strap,i'am immensely brand loyal consumer,do want to look any other brand except rollie.hope sir you will do the needful,thanking you,.God bless you.

Hi Mikwana,

First of all, just call me JJ....please drop the "sir" bit!! Thank you!!

If you really want a superb GOLD dress Rolex on strap, I would go with this one....

[frostie]

I don't feel comfortable with wearing a small watch but if you like the midsize or if you feel comfortable then wear it

[Gaijin]

Originally Posted by frostie

I don't feel comfortable with wearing a small watch but if you like the midsize or if you feel comfortable then wear it

Agree.

[MIKWANA]

Hello,everbody,hope all of you doing well,well i need to gather some information regarding rolex prince in yellow gold,is it advisable to go for that watch or else which id the best dress watch in rolex portfolio,in yellow gold with leather strap,i knew there are several other brand's that offer very nice and good-looking dressy classic pieces,but i'am a sort of having "brand loyalty",don't wanna go to other brand's except my beloved "ROLEX",thank's in advance for your preciou's advice,take care all of you,thank you.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by MIKWANA

Hello,everbody,hope all of you doing well,well i need to gather some information regarding rolex prince in yellow gold,is it advisable to go for that watch or else which id the best dress watch in rolex portfolio,in yellow gold with leather strap,i knew there are several other brand's that offer very nice and good-looking dressy classic pieces,but i'am a sort of having "brand loyalty",don't wanna go to other brand's except my beloved "ROLEX",thank's in advance for your preciou's advice,take care all of you,thank you.

Mikwana,

You've been making several futile attempts at getting your questions answered.

My suggestion to you is you start up a new thread and introduce yourself properly.

That way, these members will take notice and try and reply to your queries.

The Prince is a superb looking watch, but is NOT very popular amongst most of us. For that kind of asking price, we would much rather be sporting an Oyster model.

Good luck - JJ

[SobeSVT]

During WWII English pilots favored Rolex watches. Hans Wilsdorf decided to launch a line of Oyster watches to celebrate the Battle of Britain as a retribution for this distinction. These watches; Air-Tiger, Air-Lion, Air-Giant, and Air King, were at 31mm the biggest Rolex Oysters to date, even bigger than the Oyster Royal, the most expensive Rolex in those days.

Wrist may have grown since then but what has definitely changed is the perception of how big a gents watch should be.

I have small wrists and I use a mid-size Air-King, no problems at all about it.