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field7l · 3 January 2020, 12:16 PM

Hello,

I need help determining which Rolex to purchase - the 36 mm OP w/ Arabic 3 6 9 or the Explorer I at 39 MM.

i have very small wrists - about 6.25 - 6.5. I feel like the 36 mm is the best fit for my wrist but I love the Explorer even though it looks a little big on me.

Let me know your thoughts.

Thank you.

anjizkit · 3 January 2020, 12:18 PM

I think 36 mm OP w/ Arabic 3 6 9 in Blue will win my money!

field7l · 3 January 2020, 08:04 PM

Thanks for the response!

This would be a lot easier if Rolex still had the 36 MM Explorer I.

TswaneNguni · 3 January 2020, 08:10 PM

39 Expl I
36 DJ

Brew · 3 January 2020, 09:07 PM

The OP is a much more interesting watch, imo. I don't like the Exp's wide, flat bezel.

1William · 3 January 2020, 09:58 PM

Neither. I would look at the 36 mm Date Just and pick between jubilee bracelet and oyster. Pick a dial that you want and typically you can get one in pristine condition in the pre-owned market for significant savings.

NachoNeal · 3 January 2020, 11:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by field7l

Hello,

I need help determining which Rolex to purchase - the 36 mm OP w/ Arabic 3 6 9 or the Explorer I at 39 MM.

i have very small wrists - about 6.25 - 6.5. I feel like the 36 mm is the best fit for my wrist but I love the Explorer even though it looks a little big on me.

Let me know your thoughts.

Thank you.

Your wrist is on the smaller side for sure. But I think even a 41 looks good on that size wrist. So I wouldn't let the issue of 36 vs 39 deter you.

TheWatchmen · 3 January 2020, 11:47 PM

Get whatever is more comfortable to wear first and foremost. If the way they both feel on your wrist is negligible, get the one you think looks better on you.

You can pick up a used 36mm Exp for around 5k...one of the most classic designs ever made.

I have a 39mm Exp and after getting it I sold everything else I had...it really is that good and versatile (for me at least).

Good luck with your decision.

rcambrid · 3 January 2020, 11:56 PM

For what it’s worth, I have just over 6.5” wrists and held off on buying the new 39mm white OP because it was too big for me...until I saw one in the flesh, tried it on, and walked out with it! Love that watch and it’s simple, elegant dial. I’ve owed the 36MM Explorer I and loved that as well. I don’t like the huge text on the new 39mm EXP1, but that’s personal preference, I wouldn’t let the 39mm part deter you.

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Montremoi · 4 January 2020, 02:38 AM

If you're open to buying second hand, don't discount the 36mm Explo. It'd fit your bill perfectly.

Fat_ninja · 4 January 2020, 02:59 AM

I prefer

Vs

doramas · 4 January 2020, 03:16 AM

Buy a 36mm Explorer 114270

spacebjorn · 4 January 2020, 03:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by doramas

Buy a 36mm Explorer 114270

This. Seems like the perfect marriage for a small wrist & the 3/6/9 requirement.

Plenty high quality supply around.

field7l · 4 January 2020, 09:49 AM

Thank you for the responses!

Duey · 4 January 2020, 10:41 AM

Here's a pic of both

To me it's a hand choice for viewing and a bracelet choice for comfort

jitdc · 4 January 2020, 11:28 AM

The blue dial is really nice looking! Between those two that’s tough but the blue is so good looking that it might tip the scales in its favor.

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3 January 2020, 12:16 PM	#1
field7l "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: James Location: Virginia USA Watch: OP Posts: 8	36 MM OP w/ Arabic 3 6 9 or 39 MM Explorer Hello, I need help determining which Rolex to purchase - the 36 mm OP w/ Arabic 3 6 9 or the Explorer I at 39 MM. i have very small wrists - about 6.25 - 6.5. I feel like the 36 mm is the best fit for my wrist but I love the Explorer even though it looks a little big on me. Let me know your thoughts. Thank you.

4 January 2020, 10:41 AM	#15
Duey 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Duey Location: Maui Watch: Too Many To List Posts: 3,598	Here's a pic of both To me it's a hand choice for viewing and a bracelet choice for comfort Attached Images

4 January 2020, 11:28 AM	#16
jitdc "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Real Name: Jake Location: TN Watch: 126500 Posts: 547	The blue dial is really nice looking! Between those two that’s tough but the blue is so good looking that it might tip the scales in its favor. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ ♛ 126500 ♛ 214270 Ω Speedmaster 2FA Enabled

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3 January 2020, 12:18 PM	#2
anjizkit 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 60	I think 36 mm OP w/ Arabic 3 6 9 in Blue will win my money!

3 January 2020, 08:04 PM	#3
field7l "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: James Location: Virginia USA Watch: OP Posts: 8	Thanks for the response! This would be a lot easier if Rolex still had the 36 MM Explorer I.

3 January 2020, 08:10 PM	#4
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,609	39 Expl I 36 DJ

3 January 2020, 09:07 PM	#5
Brew "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Larry Location: Finger Lakes Posts: 6,007	The OP is a much more interesting watch, imo. I don't like the Exp's wide, flat bezel.

3 January 2020, 09:58 PM	#6
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,776	Neither. I would look at the 36 mm Date Just and pick between jubilee bracelet and oyster. Pick a dial that you want and typically you can get one in pristine condition in the pre-owned market for significant savings.

3 January 2020, 11:47 PM	#8
TheWatchmen "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: The Moon Posts: 1,367	Get whatever is more comfortable to wear first and foremost. If the way they both feel on your wrist is negligible, get the one you think looks better on you. You can pick up a used 36mm Exp for around 5k...one of the most classic designs ever made. I have a 39mm Exp and after getting it I sold everything else I had...it really is that good and versatile (for me at least). Good luck with your decision.

3 January 2020, 11:56 PM	#9
rcambrid "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: USA Posts: 241	For what it’s worth, I have just over 6.5” wrists and held off on buying the new 39mm white OP because it was too big for me...until I saw one in the flesh, tried it on, and walked out with it! Love that watch and it’s simple, elegant dial. I’ve owed the 36MM Explorer I and loved that as well. I don’t like the huge text on the new 39mm EXP1, but that’s personal preference, I wouldn’t let the 39mm part deter you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 January 2020, 02:38 AM	#10
Montremoi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: UE Posts: 421	If you're open to buying second hand, don't discount the 36mm Explo. It'd fit your bill perfectly.

4 January 2020, 02:59 AM	#11
Fat_ninja Banned Join Date: May 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: USA Watch: P-01 Posts: 11,772	I prefer Vs

4 January 2020, 03:16 AM	#12
doramas Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Gran Canaria Posts: 3,469	Buy a 36mm Explorer 114270

4 January 2020, 09:49 AM	#14
field7l "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: James Location: Virginia USA Watch: OP Posts: 8	Thank you for the responses!

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