Datejust 36 or Datejust 41 for Smaller Wrists

[Generation]

My wrist is on the small side, and I am having a tough time deciding whether the Datejust 36 or Datejust 41 would fit me better. I seem to be right on the cusp, where there is no real clear answer. This is annoying.

To add to the confusion, I can't tell whether I have flat or round wrists.

I just measured my wrist, and it is 6.5 inches (16.5 cm). I plan on losing 20 pounds, so I imagine my wrists will get significantly smaller -- perhaps as small as 6 inches (15.2 cm).

Attached are two pictures that show my Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight from the top and side. It seems the BB58 is comparable to the DJ 41 in the lug-to-lug measurement.

What do you think? Could I wear both the DJ 36 and DJ 41 comfortably? I'd prefer to get the DJ 41 because I want a white dial with sticks, which isn't currently available as a DJ 36.

[Johnpierpontmorgan]

I have a DJ 36

And three sports models 40mm


Obviously I want a 36 mm dj in the mix of 40Mm Rolex sports models


And 36 is classic size

My wrist is 5.5 inch

[Johnpierpontmorgan]

36mm is something different from the usual 40

[Screwly]

I have a 6.5 inch wrist and just got a 41. Here’s my pic

[Andad]

The ‘41’ is only 3mm wider than the 36.

Who knows where Rolex got the 41 from?

[Sprezzatura!,]

Originally Posted by Andad

The ‘41’ is only 3mm wider than the 36.

Who knows where Rolex got the 41 from?

Lug to lug it’s also a good 3mm larger, too.

That’s what makes it look too large, regardless of wrist size.

[Krash]

Originally Posted by Andad

The ‘41’ is only 3mm wider than the 36.

Who knows where Rolex got the 41 from?

I keep seeing this on the internet, but when I look at a DJ 41, it's definitely as big or even slightly bigger than my Sub.

A 41 looks a lot bigger than a 36, and definitely more than 3mm bigger.

Anyone actually measure the watch with digital calipers?

[Xenon]

Originally Posted by Krash

I keep seeing this on the internet, but when I look at a DJ 41, it's definitely as big or even slightly bigger than my Sub.

A 41 looks a lot bigger than a 36, and definitely more than 3mm bigger.

Anyone actually measure the watch with digital calipers?

Here:

[gmtln]

Originally Posted by Xenon

Here:

Thing is, on the wrist, the 41 would look bigger than a bb58 or as someone mentioned above, as big as a Sub because the actual dial is bigger and the bezel is thinner.
Similar case with a 214270 v 114060.
Explorer imo looks bigger on the wrist because it is mainly dial.

[DLRIDES]

I don’t know why everybody always has a hissy fit over the 41mm size being too big, but yet praise the Explorer as being the perfect size !

[Sprezzatura!,]

Originally Posted by Krash

I keep seeing this on the internet, but when I look at a DJ 41, it's definitely as big or even slightly bigger than my Sub.

A 41 looks a lot bigger than a 36, and definitely more than 3mm bigger.

Anyone actually measure the watch with digital calipers?

I own a DJ41 and have measured with my callipers. It is indeed 39.5.

You’re right, though, it is essentially the same size as a Sub.

It appears larger to you as it’s a slimmer watch, so it will emphasise the length and width, but also, the dial itself is one of the largest that Rolex manufacture - larger than the Sub/GMT etc.

I’m not sure many people know that the DJ36 has the same size dial as the Sub C.

[Crazy Lugs]

Originally Posted by Sprezzatura!,

I’m not sure many people know that the DJ36 has the same size dial as the Sub C.

Is this really true?!? If so...holy shit! That’s great IMHO.

[campfire]

I have a DJ36. 7 inch wrist. Love the size for everyday easy wear. My most used watch.

Also have a bunch of 40+mm watches.

[Notepad12]

36mm for me

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[Dini]

Originally Posted by Notepad12

36mm for me

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36mm for sure. This one right here is one of the best alongside the blue dial! Now if they brought out an olive green dial..

[chocopeluche]

Originally Posted by Dini

36mm for sure. This one right here is one of the best alongside the blue dial! Now if they brought out an olive green dial..

Two Tone’s got you covered :)




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[White Collar Boy]

Originally Posted by Dini

36mm for sure. This one right here is one of the best alongside the blue dial! Now if they brought out an olive green dial..

I love this one. Great choice.

[18078pres]

36

[learningtofly]

Given your wrist size I don't know why you'd be thinking about the larger size - 36mm every day of the week. (Just my opinion, obvs.)

[Maiden]

Originally Posted by learningtofly

Given your wrist size I don't know why you'd be thinking about the larger size - 36mm every day of the week. (Just my opinion, obvs.)

This ^


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[amanbra]

You shouldn’t be thinking the 41. They look huge for to the dial size. I’m have a 6.5 and dj36. Fits very well.


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[SamH]

They're both great, I find the 36 (on oysterclasp jubilee) the most comfortable fit of all the watches I've worn without any weird adjustments or bracelet swaps but then again I have 6 1/4" wrists and they're not at all wide across the top. Reckon you could easily enjoy either - worth trying out both if you can I reckon.

[faimag]

You can't go wrong with the 36mm

[ivanos]

Love the 36



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[quadraaa]

For your wrist size I'd suggest to go 36mm.

[chocopeluche]

Im close to a 7" wrist and 36mm looks perfect on me. Ive noticed people pushing 41mm by default sort of implying its the manly thing todo but thats silly.

If they added a 38 DJ that would be the perfect size for me. In lieu of that option I think its better to size down for a snug fit, then size up and look ungainly.

Last thing - Top-down wrist shots don't tell the full story, I think people wearing over-sized watches look the worst from the sides when you see the overhang.

[UM68]

The Datejust 36 is very comfortable, I have 6,75 wrists and like the 36 a lot. My other watches are 40+, initially it felt small but I would say the size is perfect for the type of watch.

[Hutrmila]

If it’s on jubilee than no question about it 36 !!! ... 41 is just too much and the dial almost too empty


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[DG123]

Buy a 36 mm and enjoy

[Vipes]

I think you will be fine with the 41mm. Your wrist is more flat than round. If you’re comfortable with 40mm ceramic professional models then you should be ok with 41mm. I don’t think your wrist will shrink that much with weight loss; maybe 1/4 inch.