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patek.wis · 2 May 2013, 12:38 AM

6 foot 2, medium build, 185-190 lbs on any given day and 6.25-6.5 inch wrist (flat)

Think the explorer would look too wonky ?

The Joker · 2 May 2013, 12:40 AM

Should be fine. Try it on. To get a better judgement how it looks, look at it on your wrist in a mirror.

RolexDivers · 2 May 2013, 12:43 AM

GMT2C would look better!

Grumpy Badger · 2 May 2013, 12:43 AM

My gut feeling would be to say it wouldn't look right, at least to my eyes. Those are some slim wrists you've got there... I'm 6'3"/190 and mine are 7.5 flat.

eric23 · 2 May 2013, 12:55 AM

Will, you had one already and you pulled it off OK:)

beshannon · 2 May 2013, 01:09 AM

You would have to try it on but my wrist has gone from 7.25 to 6.875 and I am looking at 42 or less and have some some of my larger watches. 40mm seems to be perfect.

I am not sure it works but it is a personal choice

Cru Jones · 2 May 2013, 01:21 AM

Build-wise, you're fine. Not 100% sure on the wrists, but, if flat, better. The black dial will be slimming.

mannyv11 · 2 May 2013, 01:31 AM

Ya Will I thought you already had one of these beautiful watches and ended up getting rid of it?

Why go back? why not try something new?

Solo118 · 2 May 2013, 01:32 AM

I wore one for a while and have puny 6.3 wrists.

Looked great, felt great on the wrist due to the flat case back.

Go for it!

adamlea · 2 May 2013, 01:34 AM

It's all a matter of personal taste. Go try one on and see what you think.

Speed · 2 May 2013, 01:36 AM

Wrist shot?

sea-dweller · 2 May 2013, 01:44 AM

Should be fine!

GMT2crazy · 2 May 2013, 01:51 AM

Up to you based on how it looks, IMO. I have tiny wrists as well, probably the same size ~6.25-6.5 and I max out at 40mm...

anothernewphone · 2 May 2013, 01:54 AM

A forum full of Rolex enthusiasts will naturally lean towards 42mm being "huge." When you wear a 36-40mm watch for years, anything larger feels unnatural.

If you're a big dude, 42mm if juuuuust fine. When we start talking 45.5 Planet Oceans, or large Panerais, then you've got a debate.

Ravager135 · 2 May 2013, 02:16 AM

I like to look at it as it's supposed to be a tad over-sized. The Explorer II is an outdoorsy high visibility reference. I think it gets this point across without being ridiculous at 44 or 46mm.

zeuloa · 2 May 2013, 02:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Joker

Should be fine. Try it on. To get a better judgement how it looks, look at it on your wrist in a mirror.

Agree. Take a pic of full body reflection on mirror and we can give you better feedback.

jason1332 · 2 May 2013, 02:28 AM

You'd be fine with a 42. Wrist size is not as important with your frame and height IMHO. If you were 5-7' 140 that would be diff

rmfnla · 2 May 2013, 02:32 AM

Try it on.

In my experience, once it is on your wrist you will know if it is right for you.

I have 7" wrists and was very happy with my Submariner until I tried on a DateJust. The sub was fine, but the DJ sang to me, and I've been wearing (and loving!) it ever since.

Just try it on...

StaceeJaxx · 2 May 2013, 02:47 AM

As long as you are happy with the way it looks, that is ALL that matters

atashbul · 2 May 2013, 02:52 AM

I was torn between 40 and 42 mm, had to try the 42mm two-three times and decided against it. I have 7" wrists but the watch did seem a bit too big, lugs were basically sticking out and maxi dial did not seem to be in balance. So, 40 mm for me!

lsettle · 2 May 2013, 02:54 AM

I am 6 foot 4, 225 pounds, with a 7.5 inch wrist. I think the Explorer 2 42mm looks perfect on me.

Lawrence

Roller07 · 2 May 2013, 02:57 AM

It only matters how you think it looks on you.

Some wrist shots would be nice.

Silvio Mosiello · 2 May 2013, 03:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by patek.wis

6 foot 2, medium build, 185-190 lbs on any given day and 6.25-6.5 inch wrist (flat)

Think the explorer would look too wonky ?

I couldve sworn u already had a expii 42?!

stockae92 · 2 May 2013, 05:01 AM

i would say a Exp 39mm looks better

DT14 · 2 May 2013, 01:59 PM

I have a very similar build and can only say that it looked too big on me. In fact, WAY to big. I bought the 39 mm Exp and it a much better fit

ra's ag · 2 May 2013, 02:09 PM

I'm 5'11 195 lbs and I think my explorer 42mm looks too slim on my wrist. My buddy is 6'2" 170 lbs and my 41mm DD II looks too big on him. I believe it's about your frame more than height.

ericwanch · 2 May 2013, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ra's ag

I'm 5'11 195 lbs and I think my explorer 42mm looks too slim on my wrist. My buddy is 6'2" 170 lbs and my 41mm DD II looks too big on him. I believe it's about your frame more than height.

I agree. More of frame than height. I am only 5'9" with a 7" or so wrist but rather stocky. Love my Exp II 42mm.

32' Sub · 2 May 2013, 02:26 PM

Sounds like a good fit.

TAKUYA · 2 May 2013, 02:27 PM

It will be fine for you for sure. You should go to try the black first.

@DT14 comgrats on your exp, D!

Oryx · 2 May 2013, 02:50 PM

It will be perfectly fine - nothing to worry about.....

2 May 2013, 12:38 AM	#1
patek.wis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Will Location: Canada Watch: The Sky Posts: 1,824	42mm explorer look stupid on me? 6 foot 2, medium build, 185-190 lbs on any given day and 6.25-6.5 inch wrist (flat) Think the explorer would look too wonky ?

2 May 2013, 12:43 AM	#4
Grumpy Badger "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Mark Location: Bonny Scotland Watch: 14060M Sub (cosc) Posts: 5,280	My gut feeling would be to say it wouldn't look right, at least to my eyes. Those are some slim wrists you've got there... I'm 6'3"/190 and mine are 7.5 flat. __________________ Don't mind me. I'm full of scotch, bitterness and impure thoughts! "You have enemies? Good! That means you stood up for something, sometime in your life." Sir Winston Leonard Spencer-Churchill KG, OM, CH, TD, PC, DL, FRS.

2 May 2013, 01:09 AM	#6
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	You would have to try it on but my wrist has gone from 7.25 to 6.875 and I am looking at 42 or less and have some some of my larger watches. 40mm seems to be perfect. I am not sure it works but it is a personal choice __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

2 May 2013, 02:32 AM	#18
rmfnla "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Richard Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: TT DJ Posts: 4,456	Try it on. In my experience, once it is on your wrist you will know if it is right for you. I have 7" wrists and was very happy with my Submariner until I tried on a DateJust. The sub was fine, but the DJ sang to me, and I've been wearing (and loving!) it ever since. Just try it on... __________________ Today, I believe my jurisdiction ends here... Lug Hole Lover®

2 May 2013, 05:01 AM	#24
stockae92 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 4,964	i would say a Exp 39mm looks better __________________ 135 ├┼┼╕ 246 R

2 May 2013, 12:40 AM	#2
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	Should be fine. Try it on. To get a better judgement how it looks, look at it on your wrist in a mirror.

2 May 2013, 12:43 AM	#3
RolexDivers Banned Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: BIG BEAR, CA Posts: 1,468	GMT2C would look better!

2 May 2013, 12:55 AM	#5
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	Will, you had one already and you pulled it off OK:)

2 May 2013, 01:21 AM	#7
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	Build-wise, you're fine. Not 100% sure on the wrists, but, if flat, better. The black dial will be slimming.

2 May 2013, 01:31 AM	#8
mannyv11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Manny Location: MA Watch: DD,Sub,GMT,Daytona Posts: 4,510	Ya Will I thought you already had one of these beautiful watches and ended up getting rid of it? Why go back? why not try something new?

2 May 2013, 01:32 AM	#9
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,091	I wore one for a while and have puny 6.3 wrists. Looked great, felt great on the wrist due to the flat case back. Go for it!

2 May 2013, 01:34 AM	#10
adamlea "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Great Plains Watch: Exp II 216570 Blk Posts: 1,190	It's all a matter of personal taste. Go try one on and see what you think.

2 May 2013, 01:36 AM	#11
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Wrist shot?

2 May 2013, 01:44 AM	#12
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Should be fine!

2 May 2013, 01:51 AM	#13
GMT2crazy "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: USA Watch: GMT II Pepsi Posts: 94	Up to you based on how it looks, IMO. I have tiny wrists as well, probably the same size ~6.25-6.5 and I max out at 40mm...

2 May 2013, 01:54 AM	#14
anothernewphone Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Bill Location: Plymouth Meeting Watch: 116520 Posts: 3,209	A forum full of Rolex enthusiasts will naturally lean towards 42mm being "huge." When you wear a 36-40mm watch for years, anything larger feels unnatural. If you're a big dude, 42mm if juuuuust fine. When we start talking 45.5 Planet Oceans, or large Panerais, then you've got a debate.

2 May 2013, 02:16 AM	#15
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,224	I like to look at it as it's supposed to be a tad over-sized. The Explorer II is an outdoorsy high visibility reference. I think it gets this point across without being ridiculous at 44 or 46mm.

2 May 2013, 02:28 AM	#17
jason1332 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Jason Location: Gnashvegas Watch: PO LM 45.5 Posts: 97	You'd be fine with a 42. Wrist size is not as important with your frame and height IMHO. If you were 5-7' 140 that would be diff

2 May 2013, 02:47 AM	#19
StaceeJaxx Banned Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Just Fly Casual Posts: 698	As long as you are happy with the way it looks, that is ALL that matters

2 May 2013, 02:52 AM	#20
atashbul "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Atlanta Posts: 35	I was torn between 40 and 42 mm, had to try the 42mm two-three times and decided against it. I have 7" wrists but the watch did seem a bit too big, lugs were basically sticking out and maxi dial did not seem to be in balance. So, 40 mm for me!

2 May 2013, 02:54 AM	#21
lsettle "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Lawrence Location: Canada Watch: 16570/14060/3570.5 Posts: 653	I am 6 foot 4, 225 pounds, with a 7.5 inch wrist. I think the Explorer 2 42mm looks perfect on me. Lawrence

2 May 2013, 02:57 AM	#22
Roller07 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: GMT -5 Watch: HulkPepsiCoke Posts: 2,364	It only matters how you think it looks on you. Some wrist shots would be nice.

2 May 2013, 01:59 PM	#25
DT14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: Daytona, Explorer Posts: 218	I have a very similar build and can only say that it looked too big on me. In fact, WAY to big. I bought the 39 mm Exp and it a much better fit

2 May 2013, 02:09 PM	#26
ra's ag "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: David Location: NYC & Scottsdale Watch: The next one... Posts: 296	I'm 5'11 195 lbs and I think my explorer 42mm looks too slim on my wrist. My buddy is 6'2" 170 lbs and my 41mm DD II looks too big on him. I believe it's about your frame more than height.

2 May 2013, 02:26 PM	#28
32' Sub Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: USA Posts: 20	Sounds like a good fit.

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TAKUYA ⭐⭐⭐⭐2024 SubLV41 sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Thanh Takuya Location: Dont mess w Texas Watch: AP/Rolex/PP Posts: 53,003	It will be fine for you for sure. You should go to try the black first. @DT14 comgrats on your exp, D! __________________ 2 Factor Authentication Security Active Instagram @takuyawatches

2 May 2013, 02:50 PM	#30
Oryx "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: London Posts: 1,894	It will be perfectly fine - nothing to worry about.....

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