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Parachrom82 · 10 November 2011, 04:30 AM

Hello at all,

first of all I would like to make a big compliment to this forum and their members.

I spent hours by reading your intersting posts and helpful comments to other members as I became kind of fanatic about rolex watches.

After owning a couple of Omegas, Longines and an IWC I decided to buy my first Rolex last week: the Explorer (114270)

Now after a couple of days I am still fascinated about the design and the simple style of the watch.
The problem: I do have small wrists - but the watch is too small.

Do you have any alternative ideas concerning your experience with Rolex watches?

My requirements or wishes:

1. A Rolex
2. No date
3. Not too big on the wrist (36 - 40)
4. Not the Explorer 214270

What do you think: A Milgauss, a 116000 or a 14060???

Thanks in advance for your inputs
Philipp

Mickey® · 10 November 2011, 04:33 AM

A 14060 is sporty although depends on your style...
Milgauss...would work IMHO.
The Explorer is perfect...not sure why you wouldn't want that?

Gharddog03 · 10 November 2011, 04:34 AM

Mil or Sub would be a great choice. Go try them on and see what works for you. Good luck.

BH13GMT · 10 November 2011, 04:37 AM

Easy choice , the classic 14060, looks smart but can take a beating, works with jeans or a suit.
best suggestion is to go and try one on. Ladies can carry off a Sub so the wrist size shouldnt be an issue.

esm · 10 November 2011, 04:38 AM

welcome - how about a 116520?

you get to pick either a white or black dial... or both

edit:

here is a pic of both (not my pic, courtesy of google image)

Rags · 10 November 2011, 04:48 AM

14060 IMO....Perfect

BH13GMT · 10 November 2011, 04:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

welcome - how about a 116520?

you get to pick either a white or black dial... or both

edit:

here is a pic of both (not my pic, courtesy of google image)

Good shout Eric, I cant beleive i missed that one

gwalker · 10 November 2011, 04:58 AM

Daytona hands down!!!! I love that watch but I like a date so no Daytona for me. I really wish they would throw a date function on the Daytona.

Polemic · 10 November 2011, 05:25 AM

Milgauss: Here are the reasons.

1. Rolex and no date.
2. 40 mm, just perfect.
3. Bracelet and clasp are awesome.

dddrees · 10 November 2011, 05:49 AM

I would go to your nearest AD and try some out in person.

DG123 · 10 November 2011, 05:57 AM

Rolex 114270 Explorer is 36mm, which is a little larger than the traditional 34mm size man's watch.
Your Explorer is not small.
The Rolex dive watches are larger, 40mm, for the function viewing underwater. And the Daytona is large for viewing while racing a car.
If you want a watch for everyday wear, the one you have is the sensible size.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Parachrom82

Hello at all,

first of all I would like to make a big compliment to this forum and their members.

I spent hours by reading your intersting posts and helpful comments to other members as I became kind of fanatic about rolex watches.

After owning a couple of Omegas, Longines and an IWC I decided to buy my first Rolex last week: the Explorer (114270)

Now after a couple of days I am still fascinated about the design and the simple style of the watch.
The problem: I do have small wrists - but the watch is too small.

Do you have any alternative ideas concerning your experience with Rolex watches?

My requirements or wishes:

1. A Rolex
2. No date
3. Not too big on the wrist (36 - 40)
4. Not the Explorer 214270

What do you think: A Milgauss, a 116000 or a 14060???

Thanks in advance for your inputs
Philipp

TSW · 10 November 2011, 06:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BH13GMT

Easy choice , the classic 14060, looks smart but can take a beating, works with jeans or a suit.
best suggestion is to go and try one on. Ladies can carry off a Sub so the wrist size shouldnt be an issue.

X2

Warnsboy · 10 November 2011, 07:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mickey®

A 14060 is sporty although depends on your style...
Milgauss...would work IMHO.
The Explorer is perfect...not sure why you wouldn't want that?

X2 on the explorer??

Parachrom82 · 10 November 2011, 07:17 AM

Thanks for all comments so far.
In the next days I will give the 14060 and the Milgauss and a chance on my wrist.
(Not for the Daytona-(Versions) as this watch is to expensive for me).

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mickey®

A 14060 is sporty although depends on your style...
Milgauss...would work IMHO.
The Explorer is perfect...not sure why you wouldn't want that?

-> because of its size/"non-presence" on my wrist. I did not get warm with the dimension of the watch.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DG123

Rolex 114270 Explorer is 36mm, which is a little larger than the traditional 34mm size man's watch.
Your Explorer is not small.
The Rolex dive watches are larger, 40mm, for the function viewing underwater. And the Daytona is large for viewing while racing a car.
If you want a watch for everyday wear, the one you have is the sensible size.

-> That makes sense. For sure my Explorer has a diameter of 36mm. But for me the diameter of this watch is too small for my wrist.

zhiunit · 10 November 2011, 07:37 AM

Milgauss black looks very similar to the explorer, simple, no date, and clean sleek look

rnrmbs · 10 November 2011, 07:42 AM

14060. Stylish, classic, iconic.

Good with anything, suit, jeans, sports.

Go for it!

HL65 · 10 November 2011, 07:44 AM

I would also go to AD and try a few on. With that said--one can never go wrong with a classic Sub!

Welcome to the Forum...

MortgageGuy · 10 November 2011, 12:34 PM

Sub ND for me no questions asked

Then grab the Milgauss later

Ebruner · 10 November 2011, 12:50 PM

Solid advice so far. You have to try on all the models. Numbers are deceiving, some wear mush bigger, or smaller than others that are the same size. You will find one that sings to you.

-Eddie

FeelingTheBlues · 10 November 2011, 01:51 PM

Welcome to TRF, in between the choices you gave I'd choose the Milgauss, it's not a Rolex you see very often outside this forum.

Langleyz · 10 November 2011, 02:09 PM

Maybe the 14060... I love my Milgauss, but I already had a classic GMT Master II. If I didn't already have that, I think I would have purchased a more classic looking sports model before buying the new modern looking Milgauss.

The Godzilla · 10 November 2011, 05:51 PM

14060m

beaglehusky · 10 November 2011, 06:36 PM

My choice would be 14060m, try it on and I dare you to take it off.

Good luck!

wokafu · 10 November 2011, 07:03 PM

14060 as a first...... and of many to come....

Andad · 10 November 2011, 07:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beaglehusky

My choice would be 14060m, try it on and I dare you to take it off.

Good luck!

X2..

Singslinger · 10 November 2011, 07:12 PM

The YM II? It's very expensive but it's bigger than the Milgauss or no-date Sub, and the new TT version looks gorgeous to me...

travisb · 10 November 2011, 08:21 PM

Cru Jones · 10 November 2011, 08:40 PM

shouldn't be too hard to decide between the ND and milgauss. put each on and one will "sing" for you.

azguy · 11 November 2011, 12:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beaglehusky

My choice would be 14060m, try it on and I dare you to take it off.

Good luck!

Everyone should start with a 14060/14060M in my opinion, the legacy of that watch is unmatched.

ersnyder · 11 November 2011, 01:56 AM

First off, welcome to TRF! You'll learn a lot here and meet some nice folks.

For me, it would be the Milgauss because of the uniqueness of the piece. But, try them on and wear them for extended periods of time, not just a few minutes. Be sure and look in a full length mirror and get the one you like the best!

10 November 2011, 04:30 AM	#1
Parachrom82 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Switzerland Posts: 2	Same style - just bigger... Hello at all, first of all I would like to make a big compliment to this forum and their members. I spent hours by reading your intersting posts and helpful comments to other members as I became kind of fanatic about rolex watches. After owning a couple of Omegas, Longines and an IWC I decided to buy my first Rolex last week: the Explorer (114270) Now after a couple of days I am still fascinated about the design and the simple style of the watch. The problem: I do have small wrists - but the watch is too small. Do you have any alternative ideas concerning your experience with Rolex watches? My requirements or wishes: 1. A Rolex 2. No date 3. Not too big on the wrist (36 - 40) 4. Not the Explorer 214270 What do you think: A Milgauss, a 116000 or a 14060??? Thanks in advance for your inputs Philipp

10 November 2011, 04:37 AM	#4
BH13GMT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Paul Location: UK, Dorset Watch: and learn Posts: 2,636	Easy choice , the classic 14060, looks smart but can take a beating, works with jeans or a suit. best suggestion is to go and try one on. Ladies can carry off a Sub so the wrist size shouldnt be an issue. __________________ Rolex Sub 1680, Rolex GMT 116710LN, Rolex Datejust 16220 Salmon Dial (the Mrs), Tudor BB58, Tudor Pelagos Blue and Several Seiko's ************************************************ *************** "last one in the chopper is a rotten egg" Jonathan Quayle Higgins III

10 November 2011, 04:48 AM	#6
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	14060 IMO....Perfect __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

10 November 2011, 05:49 AM	#10
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	I would go to your nearest AD and try some out in person. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

10 November 2011, 07:37 AM	#15
zhiunit "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: zhi Location: delaware Watch: grandseiko sbgj001 Posts: 374	Milgauss black looks very similar to the explorer, simple, no date, and clean sleek look __________________ -TT daytona gold crystal dial -SS/WG DJ 36mm rhodium dial diamond markers on jubilee -WG blue sub -Grand Seiko SBGJ001

10 November 2011, 04:33 AM	#2
Mickey® Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Mickey® Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: Swiss Made Posts: 5,801	A 14060 is sporty although depends on your style... Milgauss...would work IMHO. The Explorer is perfect...not sure why you wouldn't want that?

10 November 2011, 04:34 AM	#3
Gharddog03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Genaro Location: Fresno Ca. Watch: R O L E X Posts: 4,466	Mil or Sub would be a great choice. Go try them on and see what works for you. Good luck.

10 November 2011, 04:38 AM	#5
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	welcome - how about a 116520? you get to pick either a white or black dial... or both edit: here is a pic of both (not my pic, courtesy of google image)

10 November 2011, 04:58 AM	#8
gwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Gunter Location: AL/NJ Watch: DSSD; 116610LN Posts: 5,509	Daytona hands down!!!! I love that watch but I like a date so no Daytona for me. I really wish they would throw a date function on the Daytona.

10 November 2011, 05:25 AM	#9
Polemic "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Turkey Watch: 116610 LN Posts: 356	Milgauss: Here are the reasons. 1. Rolex and no date. 2. 40 mm, just perfect. 3. Bracelet and clasp are awesome.

10 November 2011, 07:42 AM	#16
rnrmbs "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Netherlands Posts: 222	14060. Stylish, classic, iconic. Good with anything, suit, jeans, sports. Go for it! __________________ PP AP ROLEX OMEGA AP owners club

10 November 2011, 07:44 AM	#17
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,009	I would also go to AD and try a few on. With that said--one can never go wrong with a classic Sub! Welcome to the Forum... __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

10 November 2011, 12:34 PM	#18
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	Sub ND for me no questions asked Then grab the Milgauss later __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

10 November 2011, 12:50 PM	#19
Ebruner "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Eddie Location: Kentucky Watch: 118208 Posts: 2,510	Solid advice so far. You have to try on all the models. Numbers are deceiving, some wear mush bigger, or smaller than others that are the same size. You will find one that sings to you. -Eddie __________________

10 November 2011, 01:51 PM	#20
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	Welcome to TRF, in between the choices you gave I'd choose the Milgauss, it's not a Rolex you see very often outside this forum. __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

10 November 2011, 02:09 PM	#21
Langleyz "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Ben Location: Perth Watch: Rolex 16760/116400 Posts: 756	Maybe the 14060... I love my Milgauss, but I already had a classic GMT Master II. If I didn't already have that, I think I would have purchased a more classic looking sports model before buying the new modern looking Milgauss.

10 November 2011, 05:51 PM	#22
The Godzilla Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Malaysia Posts: 200	14060m

10 November 2011, 06:36 PM	#23
beaglehusky "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Adrian Location: Tanzania Posts: 1,553	My choice would be 14060m, try it on and I dare you to take it off. Good luck!

10 November 2011, 07:03 PM	#24
wokafu "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Malaysia Watch: SM300+14060M Posts: 2,012	14060 as a first...... and of many to come....

10 November 2011, 07:12 PM	#26
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	The YM II? It's very expensive but it's bigger than the Milgauss or no-date Sub, and the new TT version looks gorgeous to me...

10 November 2011, 08:21 PM	#27
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	Milgauss or Daytona

10 November 2011, 08:40 PM	#28
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,303	shouldn't be too hard to decide between the ND and milgauss. put each on and one will "sing" for you.

11 November 2011, 01:56 AM	#30
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	First off, welcome to TRF! You'll learn a lot here and meet some nice folks. For me, it would be the Milgauss because of the uniqueness of the piece. But, try them on and wear them for extended periods of time, not just a few minutes. Be sure and look in a full length mirror and get the one you like the best!

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