OP 36 or 41 Green Dial?

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by ArtNouveau

I have similar physical dimensions as you and my OPs are 41, I haven’t had a 36mm watch since the early 90’s. By most accounts OP41s seem to be in shorter supply so maybe your SA is pushing you to get what he can deliver.

This is what I am thinking... the question is, is it worth taking the 36 if the 41 can't be delivered?

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by kopi-c

From the side view, the lug to lug creates a small gap/space when wearing the 41.

I think the 36 wears better based on the pics.

Yep, thanks...I noticed that too. Wasn't sure if that was normal/acceptable or not or was due to not being tight enough?

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by cwilson13

My vote (biased as I own a green and Turq 41) is the 41 unless you have a smaller wrist.

Great taste! I wish I could get the turq but won't pay grey prices for that one.

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by lencap

Personal tastes are hard to quantify and may change over time. It happened to me.

I own a 36mm DJ bought new in 1981 and it was my GADA watch for decades. Eventually I added an Omega SpeedMaster Pro (the Moonwatch), a SeaMaster, Grand Seiko, Tudor Black Bay 41 and 58 and a few more. I was trying to find the magic combination for over 15 years, changing out watches as I went along. I decided to narrow it to 3 watches, and the vintage DJ36 and BB58 were joined by a new 2023 DJ, Oyster, smooth bezel, white stick dial.

After owning the new 41mm DJ for several months, I wasn't wearing it as much as I expected, and realized that I preferred a smaller case size along with lighter weight. I sold the new DJ to a friend, and now have the 36mm DJ and the BB58. For beaters I have an Apple watch and a Timex Q GMT with Pepsi colors.

I was surprised that while the new DJ 41 felt great when I first got it, after a full hot summer on the wrist, combined with the larger case size, I decided that the more classic size watches work better for me. The extra weight and size was subtle at first, but more noticeable when shifting to the BB or vintage DJ, especially in warmer weather.

Looking at your pictures it seems that both sizes will work, but the larger case seems to fit just a bit larger on your wrist than the way my DJ41 did on me (7" wrist) which is why I sold it. If you find that the size you bought isn't the right choice, it's very easy to resell and get the one that works better.

Good luck either way - It's a nice looking watch!

[derrondoc]

They both look good to me. I’d tell the SA to keep you in mind for either if it were me and make a decision with one in hand. Personally I think it is part of the journey of figuring out what you like. It might take a few months on the wrist to really know.

I’m interested in a candy pink and turquoise OP36 because honestly that’s all that’s currently being produced. If I’m able to get one and I don’t end up liking it I’m certain my wife will get plenty of use out of one.

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by derrondoc

They both look good to me. I’d tell the SA to keep you in mind for either if it were me and make a decision with one in hand. Personally I think it is part of the journey of figuring out what you like. It might take a few months on the wrist to really know.

I’m interested in a candy pink and turquoise OP36 because honestly that’s all that’s currently being produced. If I’m able to get one and I don’t end up liking it I’m certain my wife will get plenty of use out of one.

This...

[DoubleDeac]

41 no doubt. I was always in the camp of “smaller watches are better sized” but then I tried on a 36 mm right next to a 41 mm and the difference was huge. 41 already looks relatively small compared to the larger smart watches and fashion watches everyone wears these days and so 36 looked like a women’s watch to me (keep in mind I have a 6.5 inch wrist at that)

[cwilson13]

Originally Posted by blackgold

Great taste! I wish I could get the turq but won't pay grey prices for that one.

41 is the way to go.
Happy to have gotten both of mine through my AD. Still awaiting the 41 Celebration but way not get it before it’s discontinued. We’ll see.

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by cwilson13

41 is the way to go.
Happy to have gotten both of mine through my AD. Still awaiting the 41 Celebration but way not get it before it’s discontinued. We’ll see.

Gorgeous pieces!

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by DoubleDeac

41 no doubt. I was always in the camp of “smaller watches are better sized” but then I tried on a 36 mm right next to a 41 mm and the difference was huge. 41 already looks relatively small compared to the larger smart watches and fashion watches everyone wears these days and so 36 looked like a women’s watch to me (keep in mind I have a 6.5 inch wrist at that)

[Space1970]

Originally Posted by blackgold

Thanks-- looks great on your wrist. My wrist is not flat so that could also be why it looks bigger, and a loose bracelet makes sense as I was trying to balance it as much as possible. Appreciate your feedback!

No problem and thank you

I really struggle when a watch isn’t ‘clamped’ to my wrist as I end up flexing my arm/wrist in an unnatural way to balance it

Even if I end up wearing it looser later I need it to be snug when deciding if it suits me or not and I can always tell looking back at AD photos if the bracelet was loose at the time

Also I’m aware that my wrists are skinny for my height and if I ever putt on weight I’d want the bigger watch even more

You’re in a good position where both watches look good on you

[928ktgold]

I have 175mm wrist 6.89 inches and while the 36 is and looks small it looks better than the disproportioned 41. I’ve bought 2 OP 36 lately for my wife and mom and have worn them for about a day each. I’m now trying to get an OP36 yellow maybe. I have a DJ41 and while it looks great. I feel it’s too big. Dinner plate is good analogy. DD40 is the bette size.

Regarding OP36 v OP41 the hour markers on the 36 are beveled on all 4 sides while the OP41 is only beveled along the long sides and doesn't glimmer as nicely in the sun. Plus the dial on the 36mm is filled just right and doesn’t have empty space like the 41.

Here a video comparing the 2 sizes and our pair

https://youtu.be/7vpAtX7kbGM?si=2lMYlXldRNNAin5l

Really digging these OPs. Should have asked for a yellow OP36 when they were available. Now I’ll even take the pink 36 I’ve requested for my daughter and sport it for a long while myself or indefinitely.

[Space1970]

Personal taste is such a funny thing

I do think the brighter dials command more attention and can therefore 'feel' even bigger than they are

My yellow feels bigger than my red and when I tried on a 41mm celebration at the AD I wasn't sure about it at all but now like it a lot

Back to how distorted photos taken directly above can feel these highlight that on me

[Gollv0]

41 green dial for me!

[Gollv0]

41 for me!

[travisb]

41 looks best in my opinion.

[Number3]

Originally Posted by cwilson13

41 is the way to go.
Happy to have gotten both of mine through my AD. Still awaiting the 41 Celebration but way not get it before it’s discontinued. We’ll see.

Love this on the jubilee - should really be a factory option.

OP - 41. Looks great on you.

[sportsfan0704]

Originally Posted by 928ktgold

I have 175mm wrist 6.89 inches and while the 36 is and looks small it looks better than the disproportioned 41. I’ve bought 2 OP 36 lately for my wife and mom and have worn them for about a day each. I’m now trying to get an OP36 yellow maybe. I have a DJ41 and while it looks great. I feel it’s too big. Dinner plate is good analogy. DD40 is the bette size.

Regarding OP36 v OP41 the hour markers on the 36 are beveled on all 4 sides while the OP41 is only beveled along the long sides and doesn't glimmer as nicely in the sun. Plus the dial on the 36mm is filled just right and doesn’t have empty space like the 41.

Here a video comparing the 2 sizes and our pair

https://youtu.be/7vpAtX7kbGM?si=2lMYlXldRNNAin5l

Really digging these OPs. Should have asked for a yellow OP36 when they were available. Now I’ll even take the pink 36 I’ve requested for my daughter and sport it for a long while myself or indefinitely.

To play devils advocate: given that the star of these watches are the dial color, I want there to be more empty space!

[worldofoyster]

go with the 36. even though it's a smaller watch, it meant to wear small to stay in that classic look

[Robf52]

6'1", 7.1" wrist and my 41 is perfect for me.

[Robf52]

6'1", 7.1" wrist and my 41 is perfect for me.

[jwill]

I vote for 36. The OP hasn't offered much besides the colorful simplicity they are, so having it too big would present too much nothingness. That's my opinion.

[dandy]

Owning both brighter and darker OPs in 41mm I can tell you that 41mm for brighter ones looks toyish so I recommend 36mm (except for the celebration dial which is very busy). However darker dials look good on 41mm

[SMPc]

I own the 41 and am happy with my choice. It’s a 39mm watch after all. I would recommend to look at yourself in the mirror with the watch. It gives you a much better perspective how the watch wears in proportion to your body, etc

[Space1970]

This has been pretty much a 50/50 split in opinion
I never thought the OP would be so divisive!

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by 928ktgold

I have 175mm wrist 6.89 inches and while the 36 is and looks small it looks better than the disproportioned 41. I’ve bought 2 OP 36 lately for my wife and mom and have worn them for about a day each. I’m now trying to get an OP36 yellow maybe. I have a DJ41 and while it looks great. I feel it’s too big. Dinner plate is good analogy. DD40 is the bette size.

Regarding OP36 v OP41 the hour markers on the 36 are beveled on all 4 sides while the OP41 is only beveled along the long sides and doesn't glimmer as nicely in the sun. Plus the dial on the 36mm is filled just right and doesn’t have empty space like the 41.

Here a video comparing the 2 sizes and our pair

https://youtu.be/7vpAtX7kbGM?si=2lMYlXldRNNAin5l

Really digging these OPs. Should have asked for a yellow OP36 when they were available. Now I’ll even take the pink 36 I’ve requested for my daughter and sport it for a long while myself or indefinitely.

Thanks for the feedback. Your wrist is very close to mine I think. Those are some great dials you've got. I think red always wears bigger so 36mm def makes sense for that. I was able to try a 36mm celebration dial, which has a lot of turquoise in it, and dit looked great on me. But I don't see the AD calling me anytime soon for that one lol.

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by Space1970

No problem and thank you

I really struggle when a watch isn’t ‘clamped’ to my wrist as I end up flexing my arm/wrist in an unnatural way to balance it

Even if I end up wearing it looser later I need it to be snug when deciding if it suits me or not and I can always tell looking back at AD photos if the bracelet was loose at the time

Also I’m aware that my wrists are skinny for my height and if I ever putt on weight I’d want the bigger watch even more

You’re in a good position where both watches look good on you

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by Robf52

6'1", 7.1" wrist and my 41 is perfect for me.

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by SMPc

I own the 41 and am happy with my choice. It’s a 39mm watch after all. I would recommend to look at yourself in the mirror with the watch. It gives you a much better perspective how the watch wears in proportion to your body, etc

Thanks, tried a date just in the mirror the 36mm looks tiny and the 41mm looks perfect/proportional to my wrist and height. But on my wrist the date just seemed huge.

[blackgold]

Originally Posted by Space1970

This has been pretty much a 50/50 split in opinion
I never thought the OP would be so divisive!

I know right?? I had a feeling this might happen lol. Honestly if I get a call for the 41mm I will certainly take it, but I just feel like the AD is pushing the 36mm because that is what is possible and so that was/is my dilemma.