DD36 vs 40

[rolex16]

Despite being a bigger guy with wrists just a bit above 7 inches, I am continuously drawn to the DD36 for some reason. I don’t know if it’s the dial size being the same as the 40mm sport models I am used to or what. Is the 36 size still a popular purchase with men? I see some incomings here and there, but wonder if I’d regret going 36. Has anyone bought a 36 recently and regretted it? Anyone buying the 40 and deciding to go back to 36?

[G23Guy]

No. 40 only.

[huncho]

36 isn't popular here but seeing some of the biggest celebs wearing 36 lately. for a 7 inch wrist you'd probably have a better fit with the 40 but nothing wrong with the 36 even though a lot of people here will make it seem like there is. i have small wrists so 36 was my only option

[Benzsiam]

I have 6.6"-6.75" wrist, I feel 36mm is too small for me, so I go for 40mm Day-Date.

[Vesper Lynd]

Originally Posted by Benzsiam

I have 6.6"-6.75" wrist, I feel 36mm is too small for me, so I go for 40mm Day-Date.

It would be nice to see a picture of the DD40. With that wrist, which is the same as mine, 36mm Datejust and Explorer have always looked good on me.

[Daytonaman799]

I am a bigger guy but like the 36. It just seems like the real thing to me like Coca Cola Classic vs New Coke. Obviously the 40 has stuck more than New a coke but I just feel like the DD of LBJ was 36 and when you think of the DD it’s really of the 36.

[huncho]

Originally Posted by Daytonaman799

I am a bigger guy but like the 36. It just seems like the real thing to me like Coca Cola Classic vs New Coke. Obviously the 40 has stuck more than New a coke but I just feel like the DD of LBJ was 36 and when you think of the DD it’s really of the 36.

that malachite dial is amazing

[DAC2]

Originally Posted by Daytonaman799

I am a bigger guy but like the 36. It just seems like the real thing to me like Coca Cola Classic vs New Coke. Obviously the 40 has stuck more than New a coke but I just feel like the DD of LBJ was 36 and when you think of the DD it’s really of the 36.

KILLER stone dials ! Love them !

[rolex16]

Yeah, 40 is the logical choice for me, but for some reason, those 36s just look right. I can’t put my finger on why. Maybe because that’s what I grew up seeing.

[eonflux]

Originally Posted by rolex16

Yeah, 40 is the logical choice for me, but for some reason, those 36s just look right. I can’t put my finger on why. Maybe because that’s what I grew up seeing.

We are all influenced by what we are accustomed to seeing

There is no right answer
You do you

[S’portEye]

I’ve had both 36 and 40 YGDD. Slight nod to the 40, but the 36 seems to wear fairly big.

You really can’t go wrong, but if I had to pick, go with the 40, and that is exactly what I did.

[KathleenL]

Originally Posted by rolex16

Despite being a bigger guy with wrists just a bit above 7 inches, I am continuously drawn to the DD36 for some reason. I don’t know if it’s the dial size being the same as the 40mm sport models I am used to or what. Is the 36 size still a popular purchase with men? I see some incomings here and there, but wonder if I’d regret going 36. Has anyone bought a 36 recently and regretted it? Anyone buying the 40 and deciding to go back to 36?

If you are repeatedly drawn to the 36 and like the way it looks and feels on you, then that’s what you should get. Don’t get a 40 just because that size is “popular.” Too many people wear watches that are too big just because it’s “popular.”

Another plus for the unpopular size is that they’re not as popular as targets for thieves.

[rolex16]

Originally Posted by KathleenL

If you are repeatedly drawn to the 36 and like the way it looks and feels on you, then that’s what you should get. Don’t get a 40 just because that size is “popular.” Too many people wear watches that are too big just because it’s “popular.”

Another plus for the unpopular size is that they’re not as popular as targets for thieves.

Good advice. It would make things easier if they had several metals, dials, and sizes available to try on like back in the day, so you could see what really sings to you before buying without being able to compare on wrist.

[miamiclay]

Originally Posted by rolex16

40 is the logical choice for me, but for some reason, those 36s just look right
…
It would make things easier if they had several metals, dials, and sizes available to try on like back in the day, so you could see what really sings to you before buying without being able to compare on wrist.

My personal vote would be the 36mm DD, to me they look perfect on my 7.5” wrist.

But …

First, you’re in FL - There are lots of gray and vintage sellers here where you could easily try on both DD sizes. Definitely do that if you can.

Second, if the 36mm still “looks right” to you, especially after trying them both on, imo that’s your answer.

Finally, the 36mm has been the classic DD for over 60 years - It’s not going out of style. If anything, the recent overall trend seems to be slightly back down in size.
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[Jack T]

I have a 7.25” wrist, this classic 36 feels perfect to me..

[rolex16]

Originally Posted by Jack T

I have a 7.25” wrist, this classic 36 feels perfect to me..

Pure class!

[Daytonaman799]

Originally Posted by Jack T

I have a 7.25” wrist, this classic 36 feels perfect to me..

That watch looks amazing!

[Calatrava r]

Originally Posted by Jack T

I have a 7.25” wrist, this classic 36 feels perfect to me..

Beautiful watch.

[Danny83]

36 is too small for you. Maybe if you have small wrists it works.

[rolex16]

Originally Posted by Danny83

36 is too small for you. Maybe if you have small wrists it works.

Probably right, and 40 is definitely the safer choice. It will fit no problem, whereas the 36 might appear small on me. Just something about the proportions in pics though makes the 36 just look right. I find the same when looking at DJs.

[sleepydoc]

I think the deconstructed romans look so good on the DD, so if I could get away with it I would get a DD40. Also I really like the sundust dial.

[fskywalker]

Unless you have real big wrists the 36 MM Daydate will likely fit you nicely. My 118239 says hi! (7 inch round wrist)




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[douglasf13]

It just depends on your style. Ryan Gosling isn’t tiny, and he wears a vintage 34mm. I personally wear a 37.5mm at 6’2”, but I’ve enjoyed 36mm, also.

[KathleenL]

Originally Posted by douglasf13

It just depends on your style. Ryan Gosling isn’t tiny, and he wears a vintage 34mm. I personally wear a 37.5mm at 6’2”, but I’ve enjoyed 36mm, also.

In my opinion, THIS is what a watch should look like on a wrist. I honestly do not understand why so many people want the dial/case to cover their entire wrist, so that you can't see the bracelet unless you look at the side of someone's wrist.

[MichelleP]

I think you should get the 36mm if that is what feels and looks best to you.

[Arid]

36 for my 6.75” wrist

[Krash]

I think a 36 looks great on my slightly larger than 7.25” wrists. I’d still prefer the 40 though…


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[BNA/LION]

I had a 36mm DD and replaced it with a 40mm. I have smaller wrist too and 40mm is much better. Go 40mm IMHO.

[Podmornica]

Photgraphing these watches 2 inches away from the wrist doesn't help at all. For the true perspective we would literally need the whole upper body shot with the watch on the wrist to tell whether it's looking small or not.

[George58]

36 is great you get to the pres band links more from the top view Im 6'1'' 215 not to small at all