Why the Obsession with 39 mm +?

[breitlings]

I think for like 35 and under bigger watches tend to be more sought after.

[CYKBC]

I've never read so much about wrist sizes until I joined this forum. Concern yourself more with your fitness and how clothes fit you. People will notice these things long before they even begin to pay attn to your Rolex:wrist ratio.

Smh lol


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[pd999]

Originally Posted by c41006

I don't understand it either ... The whole "too small" thing is fake news.

Yep, Alternative Facts

[Fleetlord]

Originally Posted by c41006

I don't understand it either

I see big guys wearing 36mm DJ and DD and they look just fine. They whole "too small" thing is fake news.

It's a hipster agenda.

[DGB]

Looks like the latest trend is to smaller watches again.

Not for Rolex though. . .

[Castor]

I have the larger Explorer. I didn't get it because I liked the size but because the larger size was simply easier to read. Getter older blows in some ways.

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by DGB

Looks like the latest trend is to smaller watches again.

Some sources to base that on would be appreciated.

[DGB]

Sorry couldn't manage to put the hyperlink, it is in the news of Chrono24 mobile:


Sizing Down: Are Smaller Case Sizes Making A Comeback?
BY MICHAEL THOMAS PENATEMAY 3, 2017
There’s no denying the appeal of a great, hefty watch. But over the past few years, we’ve seen the trend of large 46mm+ case sizes waning down a bit. This was especially apparent at both Baselworld and SIHH this year, where we witnessed brands like Blancpain and IWC announce flagship releases that were tastefully sized at around 40mm or less. Is this an indicator that brands will continue to let their mid-century roots guide their design trends?

The 40mm Blancpain “Tribute to Fifty Fathoms MIL-SPEC”
The 40mm Blancpain “Tribute to Fifty Fathoms MIL-SPEC”
While it may be a stretch to say that large watches are on their way out, this could also just be a sign of the vintage reissue trend in its full force. Baselworld 2017 felt more like Baselworld 1957 this year and though some may have their complaints about that, it’s great to see brands explore their heritage in contemporary releases. We live in an age of nostalgia where books, movies, comics, TV shows, and everything in between are getting a relaunch. But if that means a 40mm true MIL-SPEC Fifty Fathoms from Blancpain, I think it’s hard to complain.

In contrast, we have a supersized Rolex Sea Dweller for 2017
In contrast, we have a supersized Rolex Sea Dweller for 2017
That said, it was interesting to witness Rolex increase the Sea-Dweller’s case size to 43mm while watching brands like Blancpain size down. It’s yet another example of watchmaking houses trying to find new footing in a market that can at times, feel the effects of shifting style preferences. Experimentation is key and some brands, like IWC with their new Da Vinci Automatic, are taking the opportunity to market 40mm and 36mm case sizes to both men and women.

Panerai Submersible

And if that isn’t proof enough, SIHH 2017 also set the stage for the release of some new Panerai Submersibles, which finally includes 42mm case options. This is certainly a welcome addition to the catalog for anyone that loved the look of the older Submersibles, but couldn’t exactly stomach the huge Panerai case sizes. From Blancpain to Panerai, sized down divers really made for some of the sportiest and most interesting releases this year.

Omega's Trilogy Sets also brings back the smaller sizes of yesteryear
Omega’s Trilogy Sets also brings back the smaller sizes of yesteryear
Whatever the case may be, there’s no doubt that hockey puck-sized watches have lost a bit of steam over the years. With vintage-hungry enthusiasts and brands tapping into decades of heritage and history, there’s a good chance we’ll keep seeing smaller watches taking the world by storm. It’s a great time to be a watch fan and if this new flood of classically sized timepieces is right up your alley, you’re going to have a heck of a hard time picking favorites this year.

[ras47]

I have 7 3/4" wrists so anything less than 40mm looks to small to me.

[NLYogi]

For me, in theory every diameter from 36 to 41 mm is ok for my wrist. But it depends on the design if a watch will hit the sweet spot, if it will "sing".

For example the DJ2 and DJ41 have different proportions and the latter seems visually more balanced.

Whereas some DJ36 models can be so condensed that they are very "loud" albeit being smaller size.

A diver's watch can easily be bigger because you should be able to operate it with gloves on etc. (I guess, I am not a diver). The Submariner has great proportions although it is bigger size.

So to me, it is a combination of size AND proportion/design of a watch.

[Headshrinker]

36mm to 40mm is perfect for me.

[904VT]

It depends, some just like a bigger watch for a sporty occasion, while others (usually non-WIS) are obsessed with the "wrist presence" for some reason and swear that they need larger watches and let function follow form

In all seriousness, there seems to be a recent push from some for Rolex to be more like other brands as opposed to Rolex DNA. It's nice some want Rolex to be everything to everybody, but Rolex isn't or shouldn't, at least IMO it's unique and appreciate the brand for what it is.