Best Rolex for a small wrist

[tasman]

Simple question.
What is the best Rolex new or vintage for a small wrist?

[nickng]

Unquestionably, it has got to be a SS Daytona



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[Daytona-Dan]

Originally Posted by nickng

Unquestionably, it has got to be a SS Daytona
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The Daytona is the same size (although more comfortable) as the Submariner/GMT and I would go for anything in 36mm (DJ or DD) with very small wrists but it depends on how small we're talking about.

My wife has pretty small wrists and she's loving the fluted 36mm DJ.

[Sir Larry Wildman]

Originally Posted by Daytona-Dan

The Daytona is the same size (although more comfortable) as the Submariner/GMT and I would go for anything in 36mm (DJ or DD) with very small wrists but it depends on how small we're talking about.

My wife has pretty small wrists and she's loving the fluted 36mm DJ.

Dan, don't you find that the Daytona wears smaller than the Sub and GMT does though? I have the opposite problem, I have bigger wrists and thought the Daytona looked too small but the Sub/GMT looked perfect.

[Reu]

How small?

[Dr. Robert]

36 mm expl., 36mm SS date just or
Oyster perp 34mm SS dj or op
Older vintage subs or ex2s

[mountainjogger]

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

36 mm expl., 36mm SS date just or
Oyster perp 34mm SS dj or op
Older vintage subs or ex2s

x2!!!

[Aspirin]

my skinny wrist is only 6 inches, but i wear a 40mm rolex. And even 42~43mm for another watches.

[KZZN]

Hi,

Any of the 36mm Oyster models (Oyster Perpetual, Datejust, Day-Date) should be fine. I have quite a small wrist, and the Datejust and Day-Date both fitted me fine after getting all the removable links taken out, and they never felt uncomfortable. If you want something that wears a little smaller still, then a 34mm model (Air King, Date) might be more your thing.

Another thing to consider might be a Cellini. This is Rolex's line of thin and light dress watches, with most gents' models being around 32mm. Most Cellini models come on leather straps, but some are also available with metal bracelets.

[travisb]

36mm Exp 1
or 36mm DJ

[SearChart]

36mm Explorer I

[jay1988]

36mm DJ or 36mm DD.

If you want something sporty then the old 36mm Explorer 1.

Even with small wrists you can build a nice collection. You've got the DD which comes in platinum and gold etc.

[Billywiz]

Only way...go to AD and try them on you will not get consensus here about size. Good luck.

[Racerdj]

Originally Posted by Billywiz

Only way...go to AD and try them on you will not get consensus here about size. Good luck.

Exactly....but my opinion is the Daytona.

[Roll the Lex]

You should first select one that you like on the looks alone and forget about the size. Then go try it on and see how the bracelet can be adjusted for you- if you don't like the feel, move on.

[Reu]

Originally Posted by Roll the Lex

You should first select one that you like on the looks alone and forget about the size. Then go try it on and see how the bracelet can be adjusted for you- if you don't like the feel, move on.

This sounds like sense.

Separately, though, the OP still hasn't stated his wrist size. He might deem his wrist size to be small, yet in reality have a wrist size of 7" plus!

[SUBversive]

Tough call. Go try some on. The rule of thumb is if the lugs don't hang over your okay. Or just buy what you like and feels comfortable on you.

[kieselguhr]

I have a 6.25 in wrist. Anything from a 31mm to a 42mm looks fine. I have a preference for 36mm.

[skippy1]

36mm explorer

[HL65]

For vintage a 1016 Exp is a safe bet and cool look IMHO.

[Vipes]

Size and shape of the wrist are important factors. Of the 40mm sports models, the daytona wears the smallest.

[Nidal]

I've seen skinny women wear a DSSD

[Krash]

Originally Posted by Nidal

I've seen skinny women wear a DSSD

This is true, but I have 7” inch wrists and I think the Sub is fine for me, but barely. The dial is not the issue. The supercase is. I think you’re really pushing it if you have 6.5 inches or less wrist size. IMHO.



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[Lol-x]

There is no one size for small wrists as some wear large watches to make a fashion statement.

However as a modern and proportionate size I would suggest a Turn-O-Graph.

[bridgs]

I have either 6 or 6.5 inch wrists. My first Rolex was the sub for which I have loved for 17 years. One could say it is a little big on my wrist but that never mattered when one is overwhelmed by its beauty. I recently got a DJ 36mm which is more comfy but does not sing like that sub. Get what you are struck by.

[horseco]

The 34mm 114200 Airking is a very clean modern watch, & very under appreciated IMO...

[DJJon]

Originally Posted by horseco

The 34mm 114200 Airking is a very clean modern watch, & very under appreciated IMO...[/LEFT][/FONT][/B][/SIZE]

Agreed, and it wears smaller than a 36 mm but not too small.

And Congrats on your 3,000th post - nice milestone !

[horseco]

Originally Posted by DJJon

Agreed, and it wears smaller than a 36 mm but not too small.

And Congrats on your 3,000th post - nice milestone !

Thank you

[justbrowsing]

Originally Posted by horseco

The 34mm 114200 Airking is a very clean modern watch, & very under appreciated IMO...

Totally agree.

[alwaysandy]

i have the latest air king 114200 with random serial before it was discontinued. it included the superlative chronometer certified below. how come this picture show an air king of same batch released with longer hands. mine have tiny needle like hands. noticed only the later version 114200 op have those longer arms when 34mm air king was discontinued. can anyone enlight me? thanks!!!!