I really want to buy another Rolex but....

[psv]

Originally Posted by Saxon007

40mm is not mid-sized, its a man sized watch.

Do you also need to wear bigger heels than women? Or huge rings?

Women's fashion shouldn't dictate what you wear if you are a man.

that about sums it up. I couldn't care less what women and other people are wearing.

[GradyPhilpott]

The last thing that a man should do is worry about what women wear. Women can get away with wearing anything.

Out here in the Southwest USA, on the weekend you might see women wearing a plaid flannel shirt, jeans, and logging boots. On any given weekday those same women may dress like a gypsy, a clown, or Betty Crocker.

We also have women here who have pierced noses, lips (take your pick), and huge tattoos (I saw a young woman with a tattoo of Frankenstein's monster on her bicep the other day).

Tattoos are forever, but watches and other accessories are variable and what women wear today is no indication of what they will be wearing even a year from now.

Today, some women like men's high-end sports watches. Next week, the feminist philosopher du jour might write an article about how time itself is a construct of the hegemony of patriarchal society and women throughout the developed world will stop wearing watches completely or start wearing tiny ones dangling from their nose rings as a symbol of contempt.

Then what would you do?

[GradyPhilpott]

Originally Posted by petespendthrift

There is no worse look than a man looking like a noodle armed, choir boy with an giant clock on his wrist.

I'm not given to expressing myself with emoticons, but this time, I just can't help myself, so here goes.

[Chipmunk]

Originally Posted by petespendthrift

There is no worse look than a man looking like a noodle armed, choir boy with an giant clock on his wrist.

X2.BTW, how big is your wrist, Trevor?

[mopsey]

To the OP. Why are you worrying what other people are saying? It sounds like you are a 'badge merchant' and are too worried about the 'in thing'.
I think that a woman wearing a 40mm watch looks ridiculous, as do those huge Brietling things on a fella that look like a brick on a wrist.
Be yourself and wear what YOU want, not what others seem to think is 'sick'.

[Hooper]

Originally Posted by mborkow

40 mm looks great on both sexes...why should it bother you that a woman is wearing the same size watch you are? Does it bother you when women drive the same size cars?

X2, I think anything bigger will only be trendy and go out of style in the future. 40 mm is the best all around size imho

[esm]

how about forget the round dial watches and look at square-ish ones for a change? ;-)

[Esexx]

Ditto...I do believe in the dark side!

Originally Posted by Speed

How 'bout one of these Trevor?

Originally Posted by sakuraba

I'm with Bill on this one.

When Oysters start looking small, I guess it's time to join the dark side.

[vintage69]

A rule I was taught about jewelry or watches if the watch or jewelry distracts from you the person, then that piece of jewelry is either too big or too blingy. After looking at the watch on your wrist, I would say that 36mm would look better because the watch seems to overwhelm your wrist.

[jamesworthy52]

To the OP,

I know how you feel. I have a big wrist (somewhere between 7.5 and 8 inches) and I sometimes feel like my Daytona looks small on me. This sentiment wasn't helped when I heard a friend's sister telling my wife that she noticed my Daytona and wants the same watch. In any event, I also have a GMT IIc and the supercase definitely makes a big difference in terms of size. The GMT looks "just right" to me. I keep struggling with the idea of getting a DSSD to fill this large watch craving, but whenever I go to try it on it just doesn't "sing to me." I am also thinking about getting a black faced (non GV) milgauss. Even though it is 40mm the bigger dial and heft of the double casing definitely gives it a bigger presence. So, that might be my next watch. I say go to an AD and try on a GMT IIc or a TT sub in ceramic (even if you have no intention of buying) just to get a feel for the supercase. I wouldn't do anything drastic and get rid of your GMT until you really think this through. It is nice to have options!

[jessiethe3rd]

After wearing a Nixon for a while and then getting the Sub that I have now I immediately thought - way too small... fact of the matter is though if you are looking to go out, go diving, go have an adventure, have fun, dress up - you don't need a watch to get in your way. I love my Nixon - it's a really fun watch (all black chrono with black dials and a tank for a case.) Fact of the matter is it would not be something that I am willing to wear on ALL occassions - it can be a tad bit over the top and in your face. It's also prone to be there but also bang against things more, scratch more, and typically just get beat up a lot more.

I think the Rolex is about perfect but must admit I wouldn't mind a Panny in my collection. I find Breitling's gaudy and often times bling inspired - a dress up watch that tries to look tankish and screams "look at me." I guess if I was a pilot I would probably be really much more into Breitling for their heritage.

If you look at the sport line watches utility is the important factor. You don't need a giant lug of a watch getting in the way of having an adventure.

[gregmoeck]

go take a look at the new datejust with white gold flutted bezal, its a big watch. I looked at one in Maui next to a metorite daytona with diamonds and to be honest, i liked the datejust better.

[CoopJr]

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

Out here in the Southwest USA, on the weekend you might see women wearing a plaid flannel shirt, jeans, and logging boots.

We have some bars here in NJ where you can see that all the time!

[kcmo]

Trevor, what can I say? It's always about the wearer......in this case, YOU.

If you've gotten used to the larger watches like your Breitling and the 40mm cases just don't appeal to you anymore, then that's one thing.....BUT, to say that 40mm isn't appealing anymore because more and more women are wearing them, is just silly IMO. I've worn men's watches for about 6 or 7 years and can't imagine how that would affect anyone else's decision regarding what they choose to wear.

[karmatp]

Originally Posted by mopsey

To the OP. Why are you worrying what other people are saying? It sounds like you are a 'badge merchant' and are too worried about the 'in thing'.
I think that a woman wearing a 40mm watch looks ridiculous, as do those huge Brietling things on a fella that look like a brick on a wrist.
Be yourself and wear what YOU want, not what others seem to think is 'sick'.

Really, I thought most around here knew me. I am the last person to give a rat's what others think, "Badge Merchant", you have no clue. All I was saying is that I am going through a period were a little larger watch, like 42-44mm, seems to be a better fit for me. This is strange for me considering I have always prefered 40mm watches, and I gave some examples were I felt a little uncomfortable. I was just wondering if it was just me, and appariently I am not alone. Thanks for telling me to be myself and wear what I want, I would be lost without your advice.

How can someone who obviously has no idea who I am makes statement like this about me? I was just looking for a little friendly discussion over the topic, and if you knew me, you would know that material posessions mean nothing to me.

Oh, to reply to a earlier question, my wrist is 7 1/4, and I'm 6'3" 215.

[Boopie]

I have to agree with the OP and others here...

I'm not a fan of women wearing men's watches, although I know many like it. I don't think that particular fashion trend automatically transforms a man's watch into a woman's watch.

I have a woman's Yachtmaster (29 mm) and it looks great on my wrist. I like the proportions. I intentionally got that one because I'm a fan of the Sub, and the YM is the only "professional" line watch that Rolex makes for women. Just for fun I've tried on my husband's Sub, and it looks ridiculously large on me. FYI I'm 5'8" and wear 2-3" heels to work. I think the trend in men's watches has gotten too big, too. Some watches look like hockey pucks. I think a Panerai looks sharp---larger than a Rolex, but it is so nicely proportionate that it doesn't look odd.

On the other hand, I would be surprised if we went back to the size trends of the 1940s-1950s. I have some vintage ladies' and men's watches from that era (from grandparents, great uncles, etc.). The face of my grandmother's watch is about the size of my pinky. I literally can't read the brand name on it (although I know it's not a Rolex! :). The men's sports watches of that era that we have (e.g. Movado, Baume & Mercier chronograph) are also about 30-34 mm.

I agree with what someone else said about cars...I recall that the very first Ford Mustang was advertised as a "secretary's car." Although I find the first Mustangs appealing, they certainly don't strike me as being "feminine."

Just try what you like, and wear what looks good on your wrist.

[Denver Dick]

There are a couple of words for a watch over 36mm on a woman (of feminine dimensions) . . . CLOWN WATCH.

They say it's because of some kind of envy, but I can't recall the details right now.

[esm]

I think females are quite lucky with watches.

IMO - women can get away with any size watch if they wish.

My wife rotates here 29mm and 40mm Omegas very often and sometimes she would wear my watches, including the 41mm DJII, 42mm PO and the 44mm PAM000.

[CoopJr]

Originally Posted by karmatp

I recently got a comment on my pepsi GMT from a lady in a store then she proceeded to tell me she wears the same watch, it was actually embarrassed a bit.

What do you guys and gals think?



I am curious to hear other members thoughts on this subject

Originally Posted by karmatp

I am the last person to give a rat's what others think

[Blimms]

I'm still trying to figure out why anything larger than a 40mm (for men) is considered too large. If women can comfortably move up to 40mm and it looks nice - then it's time for men to move up to 45mm. I now own a Breitling Super Avenger and to be honest - it fits the bill better than the Platty. Soon after, I sold the Platty and don't miss it. I don't think I can go back to 40mm - I leave that for the women. I think 45mm will be the standard size for men.

[kizerman]

I rarely wear my Rolex anymore because it is just wears small. I feel all the Rolex 40mm wear even smaller than their size because they are so thin and the bracelet tapers so much.

I do not think "larger" watches are a fad, and they are not going anywhere. They have been around much longer than most people here realize and are gaining momentum. I don't feel 44mm watches are "large" anymore, I think they are more a standard and that the 40mm watches are considered small mens pieces.

Humans, on average, are much bigger than they were 100 or even 50 years ago and Rolex has done little to change with the times. They introduced the DSSD which, although hideous IMO, is a sign that even Rolex is conceding it is time to make some changes.

I wish Rolex would break down and offer a 42mm version of the Sub and GMT II. I think they would be very popular.

My AD says they don't move any ladies Rolexes anymore and that the women are buying 36-40mm "mens" pieces now. My wife wears my Sub now. She weighs about 120lbs and it does not look big on her. I think subs on women in hot!

[FremStar]

Originally Posted by karmatp

I am having the hardest time buying another 40mm watch. Recently it feels like my brain has been fried with all the women I am seeing wearing 40mm watches. All of my wife's friends wear watches in the 38-40mm range, and here I am wearing the same sized watch and I am about 100 pounds heavier than them. I recently got a comment on my pepsi GMT from a lady in a store then she proceeded to tell me she wears the same watch, it was actually embarrassed a bit. My local AD said they can't give away the women sized watches, women are buying up the 40mm sport watches these days. 10-20 years ago men wore more yellow gold, now ss rules the men's watch world. I am starting to think that in 10-20 years, 40mm watches will be the norm for women.

What do you guys and gals think? I seriously was going to pull the trigger on another Rolex, but now I am finding it hard to buy a mid-sized watch, and yes, 40mm is mid sized these days.

I am holding off for the new sub, I think the super case gives the illusion of a wider case. That feels like it is my only hope for another Rolex, why couldn't they go a little bigger and keep up with the times? The funny thing is, I am a old school kinda guy, I fight change and love the classic Rolex sport models.

I am curious to hear other members thoughts on this subject, I can't be the only one feeling this way. Here I am with money in hand, and can't bring myself to buy a watch from the brand that has always been my #1. I have never been the kind of guy to follow trends, but my last purchase was a 46mm dive watch from another well known brand, and my wife said it is the best looking watch I have ever owned or currently own.

Trevor I understand your comments. As Patrick Heiniger (CEO of Rolex) has envisioned that Women are the future of Rolex (Stiletto - Rolex Special Magazine). Carmen Dell'Orefice is now the face of Rolex. I have seen the shift also in the types of watches my wife adores, she fancied a Chanel J12 but I am seriously thinking of buying her a DateJust 2, anyway I say enjoy the shift, now you have a reason to buy more watches as you can simply tell your wife that your new watch looks great on her
Sam

[Speed]

Well, my new 36mm DJ feels nice, as does my 44mm PAM and 40mm Rolex Sport watches. Guess it depends on my mood / occasion...

Might you be wanting to sell any of your small Rolexes - cheap?

Just teasing Trevor. I know you are just having a conversation. Thats what TRF (thankfully back on line) is all about.

[Mystro]

My Omega 45.5mm Planet Ocean makes my Submariner feel like a mid size watch. I prefer the larger size. Too bad Rolex will wait another ten years before they get with the program. Its like wheel sizes years ago. 16" wheels were considered large. Now 18" are the norm. The readability and lume of my PO is much better than anything Rolex currently makes so there is a practical function for larger watches.

[Speed]

Nice PO Mystro.

I also like the Speedy Pro. At 42mm, that Chrono is quite legible.

[GradyPhilpott]

What's a "badge merchant?"

[cody p]

i wear a 34 mm air-king, and i'd love to get a jlc mut 34 some day. everyone is different. i prefer the 'throwback' look. to the op, if 40 isn't cutting it for you, go bigger. i don't see a problem with that. if rolex can't fill your needs, there's other brands that can.

[moby33]

Originally Posted by kizerman

They introduced the DSSD which, although hideous IMO, is a sign that even Rolex is conceding it is time to make some changes.

Thanks for the kind words!!!

[ahmadashmawy]

Originally Posted by Mystro

My Omega 45.5mm Planet Ocean makes my Submariner feel like a mid size watch. I prefer the larger size. Too bad Rolex will wait another ten years before they get with the program. Its like wheel sizes years ago. 16" wheels were considered large. Now 18" are the norm. The readability and lume of my PO is much better than anything Rolex currently makes so there is a practical function for larger watches.

But U Know what the sub looks perfect on you as well, both are great but the sub is just stunning