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atsauveur · 17 March 2016, 01:50 PM

I've decided I definitely want to buy new from an AD. The problem is that for a small-wristed fellow like myself, there are not many choices. Even the 39mm Milgauss and Explorer I are a little too big for my liking.

Definitely want a professional bezel.

On the Rolex website, the only professional bezel watches below 39mm are a handful of 35mm YMs that really don't float my boat

Can I find "new" watches from an AD that aren't listed on the Rolex website? Maybe a 36 or 37mm that I haven't come across yet?

Solo118 · 17 March 2016, 01:56 PM

All models area available on their website.

I would say go for a Daytona if you want a sport watch. They claim its 40mm, but its actually smaller. It wears amazing, I also have small wrists and it is nearly perfect on mine.

GFONG · 17 March 2016, 02:11 PM

Datejust / Day-date -- 36mm / Yacht master RG -- 37mm

The new yacht-master has 37mm model.

atsauveur · 17 March 2016, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by GFONG

Datejust / Day-date -- 36mm / Yacht master RG -- 37mm

The new yacht-master has 37mm model.

Is it typical for Rolex to have multiple dial options? For the new 37mm YM you just mentioned, will I be able to get something other than that chocolate dial?

subtona · 17 March 2016, 02:16 PM

Older version of explorer I. 36mm.

atsauveur · 17 March 2016, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by subtona

Older version of explorer I. 36mm.

Great watch, but is that something I can still find "new" at an AD? Buying pre-owned will always keep me wondering....

subtona · 17 March 2016, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by atsauveur

Great watch, but is that something I can still find "new" at an AD? Buying pre-owned will always keep me wondering....

If your patient you can find a perfect example for a fair price.

It is a beautiful watch with a great balance and design.

It didn't fit my wrist size very well (40mm is my best fit) so I sold mine to a friend.

snyde · 17 March 2016, 02:47 PM

A few years back, I broke my wrist badly. After surgery, my wrist looks slightly larger than before. Good luck

tkerrmd · 17 March 2016, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Solo118

All models area available on their website.

I would say go for a Daytona if you want a sport watch. They claim its 40mm, but its actually smaller. It wears amazing, I also have small wrists and it is nearly perfect on mine.

Agree!!

ck1109 · 17 March 2016, 03:59 PM

Try a Daytona. It wears great on small wrists!

Mr Kram · 17 March 2016, 04:12 PM

what size wrist? pic of any watch on your wrist please. i don't have terribly small wrist - 7.25" but the largest watch i've worn until last month was 40mm. i now have 3 significantly larger watches including an IWC Top Gun at 46mm.

GFONG · 17 March 2016, 05:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by atsauveur

Is it typical for Rolex to have multiple dial options? For the new 37mm YM you just mentioned, will I be able to get something other than that chocolate dial?

No sure in the future. Now it only has the grey dial.

http://www.rolex.com/watches/baselwo...8622-0002.html

Mr DateJust · 17 March 2016, 06:05 PM

You might be able to find a 40mm explorer 2. They wear small and look less bulky than the 39mm explorer or the Milgauss. I say might as it was not a popular model and tended to sit for a while. It was also one of the last models to be replaced with a new six digit reference so the old one looked a little out of date without the solid bracelet etc so would get overlooked. I have found a couple NOS examples over the past year and my daily watch is actually a black dial. Best watch Rolex made IMHO. Plus if you find one you should be able to negotiate a good discount from the AD.

Gaijin · 17 March 2016, 06:08 PM

I'm a pretty big guy as was my Dad. I wear his Date which is 34 mm I think. It looks great with a suit.

AI_GVA · 17 March 2016, 07:28 PM

Sd4k

travisb · 17 March 2016, 07:33 PM

I'd try on a 36mm OP, SD4k and Daytona.
The SD and Daytona wear smaller than other 40mm Pro models.

rsnissan · 17 March 2016, 07:59 PM

I have a 6 1/4 inch wrist (or there about) and the sd4k fits well.

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beshannon · 17 March 2016, 09:13 PM

What is the measurement of your wrist?

brandrea · 17 March 2016, 09:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by travisb

I'd try on a 36mm OP, SD4k and Daytona.
The SD and Daytona wear smaller than other 40mm Pro models.

Great suggestions. The OP should fit perfectly

AI_GVA · 17 March 2016, 09:27 PM

lift weights :)

atsauveur · 18 March 2016, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by beshannon

What is the measurement of your wrist?

My wrists measure 6.25 inches circumference. I just can't stand to see any space between my wrist and the lug. Even the 39mm Explorer I comes off the wrist a little.

Does anyone know how I would go about finding that 36mm Explorer I from a few years back? Do ADs still carry those? I have reservations about buying preowned.

guy369 · 18 March 2016, 02:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AI_GVA

lift weights :)

It's hard to gain wrist mass.
Fingertip pushups usually help though

sickened1 · 18 March 2016, 02:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by atsauveur

Does anyone know how I would go about finding that 36mm Explorer I from a few years back? Do ADs still carry those? I have reservations about buying preowned.

Be patient. Some NOS (that's New Old Stock) pops up every now and then.

McLovin · 18 March 2016, 03:03 AM

Does it have to be Rolex? There's a 38 mm Zenith El Primero that is iconic

atsauveur · 18 March 2016, 03:24 AM

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Originally Posted by sickened1

Be patient. Some NOS (that's New Old Stock) pops up every now and then.

Exactly what I need! How do I go about doing that? Should I just call local dealers and tell them to keep an eye out for that ref number?

joe100 · 18 March 2016, 03:29 AM

Explorer 14270 or 114270 is what you need.

atsauveur · 18 March 2016, 03:32 AM

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Originally Posted by joe100

Explorer 14270 or 114270 is what you need.

Tell me where I can find that new and this question has been answered!

vitalsignsrn · 18 March 2016, 03:56 AM

You might have to look at older models. I can't wear a modern Sub because of the maxi case & so I found that the 14060 worked best. Was a tad slimmer & lighter than the date version & although is large, it's not that bad. You'll get used to the heft of it. I was also able to try on an older Explorer II (with red hands...gahd I always forget the model #!) & it felt comfortable. Fit a bit smaller than the 14060. Check out the Daytona and as others have mentioned, it does fit smaller than its stated size.
The new YM comes in 37mm & a 40mm so that is another option when it comes out. Then of course there's the DJ if you want to go that route. The 36mm will be absolutely fine. Either colour in a stick version (blue ..LOL), smooth bezel, oyster bracelet (imo anyway) will have a sporty elegance to it.

yOyOYoo · 18 March 2016, 03:57 AM

What about the new Tudor Heritage Black Bay 36 or DateJust 36?

C.R.J. · 18 March 2016, 04:09 AM

Depends on how small your wrists are. I have thin wrists and wear sizes from a 34mm air-king, which is incredibly comfortable, to a 40mm BLNR that fits great with no lug overhang. I also wear a Seamaster AT that is that is 38.5mm and have included some pics. My wrists are about 6.5 inches.

If your looking for a professional model try the GMT Master II LN or BLNR. It has thinner lugs than the Sub (which does look large on me as a result of the more square lug shape). A Daytona would also be a great choice as it is thinner or even a YM I.

Happy Hunting!

Edit: Just saw you mention your wrists are 6.25... then it really depends on how flat/wide they are to avoid lug overhang.

17 March 2016, 01:50 PM	#1
atsauveur "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: United States Posts: 19	Small wrists--need advice I've decided I definitely want to buy new from an AD. The problem is that for a small-wristed fellow like myself, there are not many choices. Even the 39mm Milgauss and Explorer I are a little too big for my liking. Definitely want a professional bezel. On the Rolex website, the only professional bezel watches below 39mm are a handful of 35mm YMs that really don't float my boat Can I find "new" watches from an AD that aren't listed on the Rolex website? Maybe a 36 or 37mm that I haven't come across yet?

17 March 2016, 02:16 PM	#5
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,599	Older version of explorer I. 36mm. __________________

17 March 2016, 09:13 PM	#18
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	What is the measurement of your wrist? __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

18 March 2016, 03:03 AM	#24
McLovin "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Watch: SubC Posts: 1,014	Does it have to be Rolex? There's a 38 mm Zenith El Primero that is iconic Last edited by McLovin; 18 March 2016 at 03:04 AM.. Reason: typo

18 March 2016, 03:29 AM	#26
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,840	Explorer 14270 or 114270 is what you need. __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

17 March 2016, 01:56 PM	#2
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,091	All models area available on their website. I would say go for a Daytona if you want a sport watch. They claim its 40mm, but its actually smaller. It wears amazing, I also have small wrists and it is nearly perfect on mine.

17 March 2016, 02:11 PM	#3
GFONG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Galen Location: SG / HK Watch: Lange / Rolex Posts: 2,810	Datejust / Day-date -- 36mm / Yacht master RG -- 37mm The new yacht-master has 37mm model.

17 March 2016, 02:47 PM	#8
snyde "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Austin Posts: 563	A few years back, I broke my wrist badly. After surgery, my wrist looks slightly larger than before. Good luck

17 March 2016, 03:59 PM	#10
ck1109 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: WA Watch: Many... Posts: 427	Try a Daytona. It wears great on small wrists!

17 March 2016, 04:12 PM	#11
Mr Kram "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Real Name: Mark Location: Los Angeles Posts: 876	what size wrist? pic of any watch on your wrist please. i don't have terribly small wrist - 7.25" but the largest watch i've worn until last month was 40mm. i now have 3 significantly larger watches including an IWC Top Gun at 46mm.

17 March 2016, 06:05 PM	#13
Mr DateJust "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Glasgow, UK Watch: 16570 Posts: 909	You might be able to find a 40mm explorer 2. They wear small and look less bulky than the 39mm explorer or the Milgauss. I say might as it was not a popular model and tended to sit for a while. It was also one of the last models to be replaced with a new six digit reference so the old one looked a little out of date without the solid bracelet etc so would get overlooked. I have found a couple NOS examples over the past year and my daily watch is actually a black dial. Best watch Rolex made IMHO. Plus if you find one you should be able to negotiate a good discount from the AD.

17 March 2016, 06:08 PM	#14
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	I'm a pretty big guy as was my Dad. I wear his Date which is 34 mm I think. It looks great with a suit.

17 March 2016, 07:28 PM	#15
AI_GVA "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Geneva Watch: SD4000 Posts: 40	Sd4k

17 March 2016, 07:33 PM	#16
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	I'd try on a 36mm OP, SD4k and Daytona. The SD and Daytona wear smaller than other 40mm Pro models.

17 March 2016, 07:59 PM	#17
rsnissan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Andrew Location: London Watch: 116610LV & Ω Posts: 42	I have a 6 1/4 inch wrist (or there about) and the sd4k fits well. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

17 March 2016, 09:27 PM	#20
AI_GVA "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Geneva Watch: SD4000 Posts: 40	lift weights :)

18 March 2016, 03:56 AM	#28
vitalsignsrn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Judy Location: Ontario Watch: 116234 - 14060M Posts: 4,607	You might have to look at older models. I can't wear a modern Sub because of the maxi case & so I found that the 14060 worked best. Was a tad slimmer & lighter than the date version & although is large, it's not that bad. You'll get used to the heft of it. I was also able to try on an older Explorer II (with red hands...gahd I always forget the model #!) & it felt comfortable. Fit a bit smaller than the 14060. Check out the Daytona and as others have mentioned, it does fit smaller than its stated size. The new YM comes in 37mm & a 40mm so that is another option when it comes out. Then of course there's the DJ if you want to go that route. The 36mm will be absolutely fine. Either colour in a stick version (blue ..LOL), smooth bezel, oyster bracelet (imo anyway) will have a sporty elegance to it.

18 March 2016, 03:57 AM	#29
yOyOYoo "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: CA Watch: 116519LN Posts: 618	What about the new Tudor Heritage Black Bay 36 or DateJust 36?

18 March 2016, 04:09 AM	#30
C.R.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: California Posts: 146	Depends on how small your wrists are. I have thin wrists and wear sizes from a 34mm air-king, which is incredibly comfortable, to a 40mm BLNR that fits great with no lug overhang. I also wear a Seamaster AT that is that is 38.5mm and have included some pics. My wrists are about 6.5 inches. If your looking for a professional model try the GMT Master II LN or BLNR. It has thinner lugs than the Sub (which does look large on me as a result of the more square lug shape). A Daytona would also be a great choice as it is thinner or even a YM I. Happy Hunting! Edit: Just saw you mention your wrists are 6.25... then it really depends on how flat/wide they are to avoid lug overhang. Attached Images

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