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13 February 2020, 10:26 PM | #31 |
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How do you even come to the conclusion that it would be too small as it almost completely fills your wrist?!
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13 February 2020, 10:39 PM | #32 |
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I've had both and much prefer the SD43 over the 40 mm Subs/GMTs. Love the thicker case which matches up nicely to the 43 mm diameter. I just like sports watches to look a little chunky and Rolex does such a nice job with the shape of the case that it just looks perfect.
Having said that, a lot comes down to wrist size. From your pic I think the Sub fits you well. If you are below 7" wrist you really should try a SD43 on before buying one if you can. |
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And this bugs me, sorry....
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13 February 2020, 11:04 PM | #34 |
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To me they are too small. Rolex isn’t stupid (surprise to some of you) so they make watches in different sizes to fit different people. I heard a rumor recently that Rolex was going to increase the case size of the Sub but I doubt that will happen. 40mm seems perfect for the majority of buyers.
Very happy they now make multiple 42mm watches. Explorer II, Sky-Dweller and a YM42 is a perfect 3-pack for my wrist
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13 February 2020, 11:07 PM | #35 |
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You can’t tell this from pictures. The closer the camera the larger the watch will appear.
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13 February 2020, 11:14 PM | #36 |
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True! That's called "forced perspective", it's just like when you catch a fish and take a picture with the fish near the camera it always looks like the fish is bigger than what it really is.
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13 February 2020, 11:14 PM | #37 |
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NO, it's not too small, how do you come up with that thought?
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13 February 2020, 11:23 PM | #38 |
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IMO size is relative to what you get used to seeing on your wrist.
The Submariner and SD43 really dont look substantially different to my eye from a top down view. Of course the SD43 is the thicker, heavier watch at about 15.2mm 185 gms, vs 12.1mm 140 gms for the Sub. The biggest difference is case thickness and weight. The Sub is the more comfortable to wear daily IMO 7" wrist shots ... Sent from my SM-G960W using Tapatalk |
13 February 2020, 11:38 PM | #39 |
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I don't think the sub is too small...it's really a perfect size, IMO. Daily wear, comfort (as Brian said), wrist presence, it ticks all the boxes beautifully.
However, size is unique to each wearer's perspective, and that's something none of us can decide for you. If it looks small to you, it most likely always will, no matter what we say. So...have a look at some of the larger offerings and see what you think. With the 42+mm watches in the catalog, surely something will strike a chord. Good luck, |
13 February 2020, 11:41 PM | #40 |
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Not too small or tiny...
Seems good. If you prefer large one go for a SD, Blancpain FF or better, Panerai watches ! |
13 February 2020, 11:46 PM | #41 |
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Looks great. You want to wear the watch, not have the watch wearing you. Even with larger wrists, the massive lug size and shine of the 6 digits mean lots of wrist presence.
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13 February 2020, 11:51 PM | #42 |
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Submariner to small
The SubC is not a small watch, bigger then a Daytona and thicker then a GMT Master II.
For a lot of WIS the supercase introduction about 10 years ago is already a step too far. Highly doubt it the SubC will grow in diameter. |
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14 February 2020, 12:08 AM | #44 |
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If you think it’s too small then it’s too small. You’re wearing the watch for yourself so your opinion is really the only one that matters. The new Sea Dweller should be a better size for you at 43mm.
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14 February 2020, 12:09 AM | #45 |
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The lugs are not overhanging your wrist- I'd say the fit is perfect. Also it's typically best to assess fit with the watch above the wrist bone. Kind of looks like the watch is so tight it's cutting circulation off to your hand at the moment.
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14 February 2020, 01:00 AM | #47 |
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For me it's just about perfect, as anything longer than 48 L2L is really pushing it for my wrist. However when I first saw it I was a bit taken aback by how small the dial looked after wearing my 214270 for a year. I quickly got used to it and now it doesn't cross my mind.
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Huh? Too small? Based on what?
No. Not t all. The Sub at 40mm is perfect. If you don’t like the fit - and want bigger get a SD. The proportions of the Submariner are in my mind nearly perfect. There are lots of other options for folks who want bigger watches. (Which incidentally - is shifting back towards 38-40mm) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Well, first of all wear it like you should above the wristbone and take another pic. Unless you have >'8 wrists or something subs are the perfect size for most. If you are still stuck in 2000 and like big watches you can always go hublot/breitling/roo.
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14 February 2020, 01:18 AM | #50 |
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Thanks. Glad to learn the correct terminology.
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14 February 2020, 01:35 AM | #51 |
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That does not look small on your wrist. Actually, I’d say it’s perfect on you.
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14 February 2020, 01:42 AM | #52 |
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Definitely not too small. It all is what you are used to, but compared to your wrist size I think it fits good.
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14 February 2020, 01:44 AM | #54 |
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If the ceramic sub is too small, then you must think the Daytona is ladies size? Lol
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14 February 2020, 01:50 AM | #55 |
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Thanks everyone for the insight. Very helpful. Here are a few other shots of watches I have been considering. The Panerai is a 42, the Vacheron and AP are both 41. I am thinking that a 43 Sea dweller might be perfect or even a 42mm sky dweller.
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15 February 2020, 05:02 PM | #56 |
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The submariner looks the ideal size for you. I wouldn’t even consider going bigger.
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15 February 2020, 07:25 PM | #57 |
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One day you might even find it too big. Preferences change over time. I prefer smaller dials these days.
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15 February 2020, 07:58 PM | #59 |
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Looks great on your wrist and the size fits you perfectly IMO
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15 February 2020, 10:36 PM | #60 |
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Why don’t your wear a clock while you’re at it? I can’t imagine a Sub being too small for any normal-sized wrist (and your wrist is normal-sized).
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