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Roccodean · 21 September 2023, 11:59 PM

Hello All,
I recently purchased my first rolex.
I want this to be a versatile timepiece as I do not own any other Rolexes and likely won't purchase anymore (at least for the near future).
Hence, I went with the Datejust 41, Oyster/Fluted, Slate Dial. Waited about 12 months from an AD for this specific configuration.
I am content with the oyster/fluted. I feel like it increases the versatility and I can wear it with a polo/jeans as well as dressier attire like a blazer.
I am also happy with the slate for it's versatility.
The AD did not have a 36 DJ to compare it but I tried on a 36mm Oyster Perpetual and it was too small for my taste.
After I purchased it, I went down the rabbit hole of what DJ sizes to purchase and am now wondering if the 41mm is too big. So, I would like some assurance that I made the right decision.
Of note, I understand the "rolex purists" will say only 36mm on DJ, but I am more concerned on the look and versatility as opposed to being a purist.
Thanks for your help.

Tools · 22 September 2023, 01:00 AM

I don't know any "purists" who would say 36mm DJ's only.

Looks good, enjoy it.

928ktgold · 22 September 2023, 01:02 AM

Of the OP 35 was too small then there’s your answer. Looks good on you

TimeAZ · 22 September 2023, 01:13 AM

Looks great, and a perfect fit on your wrist.
Congrats!!

TimeKeepsOnTicking · 22 September 2023, 01:21 AM

Great choice for a 1st Rolex and the size is perfect - Wear it, enjoy it and don't give the case size another thought. Cheers!

ltmgeller · 22 September 2023, 01:23 AM

Welcome and congrats!!! The watch looks great, enjoy it.

RolexDave68 · 22 September 2023, 01:27 AM

Congrats, looks like a fantastic first to enjoy

Rollei35 · 22 September 2023, 02:56 AM

Not related to your size but I generally think for anyone dj41 is too big and dd36 is too small.
It’s only because I think with day the 36mm dial is foo busy, and without day 41mm dial is too empty.
I have a dj36 and I’m waiting for a dd40. I have a tiny wrist (only 16cm) and I have tried both, they look ok. But I don’t like empty or busy dial.
It’s just me

Roccodean · 22 September 2023, 03:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rollei35

Not related to your size but I generally think for anyone dj41 is too big and dd36 is too small.
It’s only because I think with day the 36mm dial is foo busy, and without day 41mm dial is too empty.
I have a dj36 and I’m waiting for a dd40. I have a tiny wrist (only 16cm) and I have tried both, they look ok. But I don’t like empty or busy dial.
It’s just me

I hear you, but the day date was not an option for me given the difference in price. Cannot really compare the DJ and DD given significant price difference.

Rollei35 · 22 September 2023, 04:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roccodean

I hear you, but the day date was not an option for me given the difference in price. Cannot really compare the DJ and DD given significant price difference.

I would go against crowd here. Your wrist looks like 6.5-7"?
DJ41 looks ok, but I think DJ36 would be better and more elegant.
Besides, with that big dial Romans instead of sticks would be better filling the space

minute_man · 22 September 2023, 03:06 AM

It is fine, OP

DeltaRol · 22 September 2023, 03:32 AM

Perfect !

ppierce · 22 September 2023, 03:32 AM

beauty looks perfect

996marty · 22 September 2023, 03:38 AM

Looks ok to me

RollingInTheDeep · 22 September 2023, 03:39 AM

Watch is SOLID - congrats.

davek35 · 22 September 2023, 03:52 AM

"...I want this to be a versatile timepiece...Datejust 41, Oyster/Fluted, Slate Dial..."

It is!!!!
Looks great! Enjoy.
I love a slate dial. :)

Roddypeepa · 22 September 2023, 04:01 AM

Looks very good to me except 5 but that’s just the angle. It’s the modern version of the datejust so sizing is right for now and likely will remain fashionable for years to come. Lovely watch.

Loads of stuff has got bigger over the years - cars, phones, beds. Would you want to sleep in a 1950s sized double bed or drive around in a 70s sized car?

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skipstar · 22 September 2023, 04:17 AM

Looks great!

Jackie Daytona · 22 September 2023, 04:23 AM

Looks great. No reason to overthink it. IMO the DJ41 is the best go everywhere do everything watch they make. Just wear and enjoy

brandrea · 22 September 2023, 04:23 AM

Looks perfect to my eye. Congratulations and welcome to the forum

WatchTimes · 22 September 2023, 04:32 AM

I have 6.8 in wrists and I wear a 40 mm DD.
My first Rolex (which I still own) is a 36 mm DJ, I can't think of the last time I wore it.
If I was in formal settings daily perhaps Id go 36 but I find the 40/41 size much more casual and sporty looking.
It's personal taste, you can't go wrong with either.
Oh yeah my wife has two 36 mm DJs and she thinks they're perfect for a woman.
I recall one time I was wearing my 36 mm eons ago and she joked oh you're wearing a little watch today
Also I wear a 34 mm ultra thin AP manual Skeleton when I wear a tux (so smaller has its time and place)

Rollei35 · 22 September 2023, 04:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WatchTimes

I have 6.8 in wrists and I wear a 40 mm DD.
My first Rolex (which I still own) is a 36 mm DJ, I can't think of the last time I wore it.
If I was in formal settings daily perhaps Id go 36 but I find the 40/41 size much more casual and sporty looking.
It's personal taste, you can't go wrong with either.
Oh yeah my wife has two 36 mm DJs and she thinks they're perfect for a woman.
I recall one time I was wearing my 36 mm eons ago and she joked oh you're wearing a little watch today
Also I wear a 34 mm ultra thin AP manual Skeleton when I wear a tux (so smaller has its time and place)

oh man, I knew this 36-lady-watch topic would come soon.
Just wait, bunch of 36-guys are on their way to dismiss you.

cydesai · 22 September 2023, 04:47 AM

Your second to last picture affirms that it is a perfect fit.

In any case, if you had gotten 36mm, I almost guarantee you would have been asking if it is too small. Human nature to strive for perfection and finding/overthinking faults in things that are damn near perfect.

Roccodean · 22 September 2023, 05:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cydesai

Your second to last picture affirms that it is a perfect fit.

In any case, if you had gotten 36mm, I almost guarantee you would have been asking if it is too small. Human nature to strive for perfection and finding/overthinking faults in things that are damn near perfect.

You are 100% correct lol

Belinus · 22 September 2023, 05:12 AM

I totally understand why you have asked the question as I have been going through a similar issue before registering for the 41mm. I think it looks really good on you, the 36mm would also look good. I would say that outside of watch lovers no one would even think that the 41 would be too big. It’s bigger than the 36mm (obviously) but as far as I can see, most luxury watch makers are moving towards 40mm plus for all watches and I would say it’s the perfect size for you.

NiJaRo1225 · 22 September 2023, 05:10 AM

Congrats on a great piece - looks good on your wrist.

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Giovannibravo · 22 September 2023, 05:14 AM

I’d go for the DJ41, if you dress casually.

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MichelleP · 22 September 2023, 05:24 AM

I think it looks great on you. Congratulations on your 1st Rolex

ons2101 · 22 September 2023, 05:43 AM

man, that is a perfect fit!

Laostuh · 22 September 2023, 05:23 AM

My first watch was a 36MM Day Date.. All I'll say is I wouldn't buy another 36mm and my wrist are not big by any means.

21 September 2023, 11:59 PM	#1
Roccodean "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: Akron ohio Posts: 51	First Rolex (DJ41) Help Hello All, I recently purchased my first rolex. I want this to be a versatile timepiece as I do not own any other Rolexes and likely won't purchase anymore (at least for the near future). Hence, I went with the Datejust 41, Oyster/Fluted, Slate Dial. Waited about 12 months from an AD for this specific configuration. I am content with the oyster/fluted. I feel like it increases the versatility and I can wear it with a polo/jeans as well as dressier attire like a blazer. I am also happy with the slate for it's versatility. The AD did not have a 36 DJ to compare it but I tried on a 36mm Oyster Perpetual and it was too small for my taste. After I purchased it, I went down the rabbit hole of what DJ sizes to purchase and am now wondering if the 41mm is too big. So, I would like some assurance that I made the right decision. Of note, I understand the "rolex purists" will say only 36mm on DJ, but I am more concerned on the look and versatility as opposed to being a purist. Thanks for your help. Attached Images

22 September 2023, 01:00 AM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,515	I don't know any "purists" who would say 36mm DJ's only. Looks good, enjoy it. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

22 September 2023, 01:13 AM	#4
TimeAZ "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: USA Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 2,240	Looks great, and a perfect fit on your wrist. Congrats!! __________________ The perfect blossom is a rare thing. You could spend your life looking for one, and it would not be a wasted life.

22 September 2023, 01:21 AM	#5
TimeKeepsOnTicking "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2022 Real Name: Scott Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 91	Great choice for a 1st Rolex and the size is perfect - Wear it, enjoy it and don't give the case size another thought. Cheers! __________________ Daytona ref: 126500LN - Datejust II ref: 116300 - Submariner ref: 114060 - GMT Master II ref: 126720VTNR - Vacheron Constantin FiftySix ref: 4600E/000A-B487

22 September 2023, 01:23 AM	#6
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,585	Welcome and congrats!!! The watch looks great, enjoy it. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

22 September 2023, 01:02 AM	#3
928ktgold 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: LA Watch: what’s next. Posts: 1,225	Of the OP 35 was too small then there’s your answer. Looks good on you

22 September 2023, 01:27 AM	#7
RolexDave68 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Real Name: Dave Location: USA Watch: SUB 116613LN Posts: 2,891	Congrats, looks like a fantastic first to enjoy

22 September 2023, 02:56 AM	#8
Rollei35 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: NYC Posts: 283	Not related to your size but I generally think for anyone dj41 is too big and dd36 is too small. It’s only because I think with day the 36mm dial is foo busy, and without day 41mm dial is too empty. I have a dj36 and I’m waiting for a dd40. I have a tiny wrist (only 16cm) and I have tried both, they look ok. But I don’t like empty or busy dial. It’s just me

22 September 2023, 03:06 AM	#11
minute_man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Basil Location: Athens, GR Watch: BoctokKomandirskie Posts: 2,881	It is fine, OP __________________ 2FA Enabled

22 September 2023, 03:32 AM	#12
DeltaRol "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Lee Location: Delta Watch: Explorer II 216570 Posts: 64	Perfect !

22 September 2023, 03:32 AM	#13
ppierce "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2023 Location: Ohio Posts: 209	beauty looks perfect

22 September 2023, 03:38 AM	#14
996marty "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Uk Watch: RolexGMT/Tudor7928 Posts: 4,182	Looks ok to me

22 September 2023, 03:39 AM	#15
RollingInTheDeep "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: TX Posts: 267	Watch is SOLID - congrats.

22 September 2023, 03:52 AM	#16
davek35 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: Ohio Posts: 353	"...I want this to be a versatile timepiece...Datejust 41, Oyster/Fluted, Slate Dial..." It is!!!! Looks great! Enjoy. I love a slate dial. :)

22 September 2023, 04:01 AM	#17
Roddypeepa "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Real Name: Mark Location: Southern England Watch: DJ41 SubC SMP mast Posts: 1,691	Looks very good to me except 5 but that’s just the angle. It’s the modern version of the datejust so sizing is right for now and likely will remain fashionable for years to come. Lovely watch. Loads of stuff has got bigger over the years - cars, phones, beds. Would you want to sleep in a 1950s sized double bed or drive around in a 70s sized car? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

22 September 2023, 04:17 AM	#18
skipstar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Real Name: Kevin Location: Northeast Watch: My first, Sub Date Posts: 1,941	Looks great! __________________ 116610LN \| 126610LV \| 126710 BLRO \| 116500LN \| 124300 Green, Wife’s \| 126334 Blue w/Diamonds, Wife’s \| 126710 BLNR Wife’s Tudor M79360N-0002 \| M79230B-006 Wife’s

22 September 2023, 04:23 AM	#19
Jackie Daytona 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Brian Location: Nashville Watch: 16750 Posts: 6,626	Looks great. No reason to overthink it. IMO the DJ41 is the best go everywhere do everything watch they make. Just wear and enjoy __________________ 16750 \| 6516(wife’s) \| 126334 \| 16570 \| SBGA413 \| SRPE33 \| 126610LV

22 September 2023, 04:23 AM	#20
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,132	Looks perfect to my eye. Congratulations and welcome to the forum

22 September 2023, 04:32 AM	#21
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	I have 6.8 in wrists and I wear a 40 mm DD. My first Rolex (which I still own) is a 36 mm DJ, I can't think of the last time I wore it. If I was in formal settings daily perhaps Id go 36 but I find the 40/41 size much more casual and sporty looking. It's personal taste, you can't go wrong with either. Oh yeah my wife has two 36 mm DJs and she thinks they're perfect for a woman. I recall one time I was wearing my 36 mm eons ago and she joked oh you're wearing a little watch today Also I wear a 34 mm ultra thin AP manual Skeleton when I wear a tux (so smaller has its time and place) __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

22 September 2023, 04:47 AM	#23
cydesai "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: USA Watch: 124060 Posts: 298	Your second to last picture affirms that it is a perfect fit. In any case, if you had gotten 36mm, I almost guarantee you would have been asking if it is too small. Human nature to strive for perfection and finding/overthinking faults in things that are damn near perfect.

22 September 2023, 05:12 AM	#25
Belinus "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: UK Posts: 157	I totally understand why you have asked the question as I have been going through a similar issue before registering for the 41mm. I think it looks really good on you, the 36mm would also look good. I would say that outside of watch lovers no one would even think that the 41 would be too big. It’s bigger than the 36mm (obviously) but as far as I can see, most luxury watch makers are moving towards 40mm plus for all watches and I would say it’s the perfect size for you.

22 September 2023, 05:10 AM	#26
NiJaRo1225 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: U.S. Watch: AP and Rolex Posts: 521	Congrats on a great piece - looks good on your wrist. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

22 September 2023, 05:14 AM	#27
Giovannibravo 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Canada Watch: Sub\| DJ41\| 79540 Posts: 1,420	I’d go for the DJ41, if you dress casually. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

22 September 2023, 05:24 AM	#28
MichelleP "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Bay Area Watch: DD 40RG Olive dial Posts: 4,640	I think it looks great on you. Congratulations on your 1st Rolex

22 September 2023, 05:43 AM	#29
ons2101 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: NY Posts: 71	man, that is a perfect fit!

22 September 2023, 05:23 AM	#30
Laostuh "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 947	My first watch was a 36MM Day Date.. All I'll say is I wouldn't buy another 36mm and my wrist are not big by any means.

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