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Rock · 16 June 2010, 07:48 PM

In the final analysis, I think my choice of next Rolex for daily wear is going to come down to the weight. I am a lightweight myself (65kg) and I am thinking I will be very conscious of a heavy watch regardless of how long I wear it.
I have no opportunity to try various models so will ultimately make the choice based on what I think will work.
So - I have searched TRF for threads on weight of models with some success but it appears that Subs in particular vary a lot depending upon spec.
I know little about Subs but if I bought one it would be a TT black dial of P serial or later. Would I be correct in thinkling that the weight of these is 135g?
My other choice is either an Explorer 2 or an Air King. Would the weight for these be around 125g for both?
Alternately, can anyone point me to a thread or article that lists weights for the various models.
Thanks in anticipation...

sakuraba · 17 June 2010, 12:45 AM

Even if you don't read katakana, the weight would be the value in grams.

Hope this helps.

springbar · 17 June 2010, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Rock

I have no opportunity to try various models so will ultimately make the choice based on what I think will work.

You can't make it to a shop to try on a few watches in person?

2th Dr · 17 June 2010, 01:46 AM

Of all the Rolexes I have, the Exp II is the lightest, and very comfortable!

Safetrends · 17 June 2010, 02:22 AM

My 1601 is just right for me.

al_bongo · 17 June 2010, 02:41 AM

If you can get used to wearing a watch in the first place, a few grams either way in the weight of the watch you choose is neither here nor there.

Fit and how the watch feels on you is probably more important than the mass of the watch. I'd want to try it on before I spend that much money. Good excuse for a trip too.

JUSTROLEXES · 17 June 2010, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by 2th DR

Of all the Rolexes I have, the Exp II is the lightest, and very comfortable!

I X2 that Dr

cdweller · 17 June 2010, 03:05 AM

Definitely try on the watch. The sub may be lighter, but it has an oversized crown that will hit the back of your hand! Wear with caution!!

ral · 17 June 2010, 03:39 AM

Check out this thread: http://************/showthread.php?t=11...ghlight=weight

uracowman · 17 June 2010, 03:47 AM

Correct me if I am mistaken but Rolex uses two main body styles they use on their watches. One body style is used for the Explorer, DJ, DD and Milgauss. The thicker version is the ones you see on the GMT, Sub, YM and up until recently, the SD.

If weight is the issue, you will want to stick with the lighter and thinner body style that the exp, dj, dd or mil uses.

JJ Irani · 17 June 2010, 03:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2th DR

Of all the Rolexes I have, the Exp II is the lightest, and very comfortable!

Correction................MOST comfortable!!

ElPrimero · 17 June 2010, 03:57 AM

Might be time to consider an induction......

JJ Irani · 17 June 2010, 03:59 AM

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Originally Posted by ElPrimero

Might be time to consider an induction......

Chipmunk · 17 June 2010, 04:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Correction................MOST comfortable!!

I think most....if not all Rolex is comfortable to wear

George Ab · 17 June 2010, 04:15 AM

IMO the weight should not much of a a factor as much as the proportion on your wrist. In an hour after wearing a 130 gram watch (sub) you won't know your wearing it.

The Airking is 34mm in diameter and weighs 85 grams (3 links removed) according to my cooking scale. Just purchased one for my girfl friend who is small and wanted a bigger watch then the standard 28mm in ladies watches. The Exp II is 115 g, and LV is 130g. Used Airking are the best value as they are usually a full $1K under the explorer and house the same movement. The 14000M in the black dial is really a sharp looking watch.

Saxon007 · 17 June 2010, 09:21 AM

Call JJ's butcher, he knows how much a Rolex weighs...

sakuraba · 17 June 2010, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Saxon007

Call JJ's butcher, he knows how much a Rolex weighs...

He's so famous around here, I'm surprised he's not a member of TRF yet.

With all he's gone through, he should be a WIS by now.

Rock · 18 June 2010, 08:37 PM

Thanks to all who replied. This has been very helpful. I am continuing to compile a Table of Models and weights so may eventually be able to assist other novices.
Thanks Sakuraba - that was the chart I was thinking of. Thanks also to ral for the link.
I smiled at springbar's note - my nearest AD is 700km away. No local Rolex stockists. I think you have to actually wear a watch for a while before you can gauge its comfort.
I am used to lightweight watches, none of my watches weighs more than 50g, so I am a bit cautious about moving to a much heavier item. To try to gain an idea of what a much heavier watch would feel like I taped a big steel nut to a cheap digital to give it a weight of 135g and wore it for a couple of hours. It felt very pendulum -like and moved around on the wrist a lot. I am thinking that this would be fine for occasional wear but not every day use. Just my taste.

DSJ · 19 June 2010, 12:03 AM

Keep in mind that a Rolex is more balanced than a cheap watch with a lug nut.

I would also look at the Explorer, as well as the Explorer II.

If you're comfortable with 34mm, you can't go wrong with an Air King.

RPB · 20 June 2010, 08:11 AM

I have read this with interest. I am 65 kilos when "wet through" as the saying goes! LOL
I own and absolutely love my GMT IIc. I wear it every day for between 12 to 17 hours a day. I work in a factory with cigarette machinery and still wear it there! As for the weight, it is perfect. It is not heavy but I know it is there and I love that. I sold my Airking (mistake, another story) and the increase in watch size and weight on my GMT is better and suits me more. I would recommend one! :)

paverman · 20 June 2010, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rock

Thanks to all who replied. This has been very helpful. I am continuing to compile a Table of Models and weights so may eventually be able to assist other novices.
Thanks Sakuraba - that was the chart I was thinking of. Thanks also to ral for the link.
I smiled at springbar's note - my nearest AD is 700km away. No local Rolex stockists. I think you have to actually wear a watch for a while before you can gauge its comfort.
I am used to lightweight watches, none of my watches weighs more than 50g, so I am a bit cautious about moving to a much heavier item. To try to gain an idea of what a much heavier watch would feel like I taped a big steel nut to a cheap digital to give it a weight of 135g and wore it for a couple of hours. It felt very pendulum -like and moved around on the wrist a lot. I am thinking that this would be fine for occasional wear but not every day use. Just my taste.

Strap on a platinum day date 2 for a couple hours and you'll be ready for anything.

16 June 2010, 07:48 PM	#1
Rock 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rocky Location: Australia Watch: Grail:Bluesy Posts: 17,850	Boy - you got to carry that weight... In the final analysis, I think my choice of next Rolex for daily wear is going to come down to the weight. I am a lightweight myself (65kg) and I am thinking I will be very conscious of a heavy watch regardless of how long I wear it. I have no opportunity to try various models so will ultimately make the choice based on what I think will work. So - I have searched TRF for threads on weight of models with some success but it appears that Subs in particular vary a lot depending upon spec. I know little about Subs but if I bought one it would be a TT black dial of P serial or later. Would I be correct in thinkling that the weight of these is 135g? My other choice is either an Explorer 2 or an Air King. Would the weight for these be around 125g for both? Alternately, can anyone point me to a thread or article that lists weights for the various models. Thanks in anticipation...

17 June 2010, 12:45 AM	#2
sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	Even if you don't read katakana, the weight would be the value in grams. Hope this helps. Attached Images __________________ F 14000 AirKing black F 16710 GMT Pepsi F 16570 Explorer II white T 16600 SD D 16610 LV "fine quality is remembered long after the pain of spending money" -Steve Mulholland

17 June 2010, 03:47 AM	#10
uracowman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 461	Correct me if I am mistaken but Rolex uses two main body styles they use on their watches. One body style is used for the Explorer, DJ, DD and Milgauss. The thicker version is the ones you see on the GMT, Sub, YM and up until recently, the SD. If weight is the issue, you will want to stick with the lighter and thinner body style that the exp, dj, dd or mil uses. __________________ PAM 372, PAM 424, PAM 720, PAM 968, AP 15500, 116610LV, 126710BLRO, Sistem51, G-Shock Soon to come: AP 26401 RG, AP 15202OR, Patek 3940G

17 June 2010, 03:57 AM	#12
ElPrimero Banned Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: London Watch: DSSD Posts: 168	Might be time to consider an induction...... Attached Images

17 June 2010, 04:15 AM	#15
George Ab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: George Location: Seattle Watch: One of Them Posts: 6,924	IMO the weight should not much of a a factor as much as the proportion on your wrist. In an hour after wearing a 130 gram watch (sub) you won't know your wearing it. The Airking is 34mm in diameter and weighs 85 grams (3 links removed) according to my cooking scale. Just purchased one for my girfl friend who is small and wanted a bigger watch then the standard 28mm in ladies watches. The Exp II is 115 g, and LV is 130g. Used Airking are the best value as they are usually a full $1K under the explorer and house the same movement. The 14000M in the black dial is really a sharp looking watch. __________________

17 June 2010, 01:46 AM	#4
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	Of all the Rolexes I have, the Exp II is the lightest, and very comfortable!

17 June 2010, 02:22 AM	#5
Safetrends Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: David Walz Location: San Diego CA USA Watch: my hand. :) Posts: 9,156	My 1601 is just right for me.

17 June 2010, 02:41 AM	#6
al_bongo "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Scotland, UK Posts: 444	If you can get used to wearing a watch in the first place, a few grams either way in the weight of the watch you choose is neither here nor there. Fit and how the watch feels on you is probably more important than the mass of the watch. I'd want to try it on before I spend that much money. Good excuse for a trip too.

17 June 2010, 03:05 AM	#8
cdweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: PA Watch: SubLV, 1665 Rail Posts: 1,054	Definitely try on the watch. The sub may be lighter, but it has an oversized crown that will hit the back of your hand! Wear with caution!!

17 June 2010, 03:39 AM	#9
ral Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 650	Check out this thread: http://************/showthread.php?t=11...ghlight=weight

17 June 2010, 09:21 AM	#16
Saxon007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 2,002	Call JJ's butcher, he knows how much a Rolex weighs... __________________ Licensed to kill time.

18 June 2010, 08:37 PM	#18
Rock 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rocky Location: Australia Watch: Grail:Bluesy Posts: 17,850	Thanks to all who replied. This has been very helpful. I am continuing to compile a Table of Models and weights so may eventually be able to assist other novices. Thanks Sakuraba - that was the chart I was thinking of. Thanks also to ral for the link. I smiled at springbar's note - my nearest AD is 700km away. No local Rolex stockists. I think you have to actually wear a watch for a while before you can gauge its comfort. I am used to lightweight watches, none of my watches weighs more than 50g, so I am a bit cautious about moving to a much heavier item. To try to gain an idea of what a much heavier watch would feel like I taped a big steel nut to a cheap digital to give it a weight of 135g and wore it for a couple of hours. It felt very pendulum -like and moved around on the wrist a lot. I am thinking that this would be fine for occasional wear but not every day use. Just my taste.

19 June 2010, 12:03 AM	#19
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	Keep in mind that a Rolex is more balanced than a cheap watch with a lug nut. I would also look at the Explorer, as well as the Explorer II. If you're comfortable with 34mm, you can't go wrong with an Air King. __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

20 June 2010, 08:11 AM	#20
RPB "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: United Kingdom Watch: V Serial 116710LN Posts: 284	I have read this with interest. I am 65 kilos when "wet through" as the saying goes! LOL I own and absolutely love my GMT IIc. I wear it every day for between 12 to 17 hours a day. I work in a factory with cigarette machinery and still wear it there! As for the weight, it is perfect. It is not heavy but I know it is there and I love that. I sold my Airking (mistake, another story) and the increase in watch size and weight on my GMT is better and suits me more. I would recommend one! :)

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