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@trebor_5 ай бұрын
Looks just perfect on your wrist. Wouldn't have guessed it was the 36mm version.
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
Thank you! It is very comfortable, I must say.
@catex54525 ай бұрын
The size literally looks perfect lol. Couldn't be any better.
@turnbasedtoddy76645 ай бұрын
36mm is the PERFECT everyday size for anyone I think. Looks just right on your wrist.
@ericmoss83445 ай бұрын
not for me and my 8" wrist... ;)
@ozzy11545 ай бұрын
Nope it’s a woman’s size
@matakaji4124 ай бұрын
That's just stupid. It's like saying "heyyy shoe size 8 is PERFECT for everyone" 🤦🏻♂️
@turnbasedtoddy76644 ай бұрын
@@matakaji412 No what you just said is stupid lol! That’s why watches don’t have a specific wrist size on them. Just like anyone can where a necklace no matter what it is, anyone can wear a watch at multiple sizes. It’s not like having a specific foot size.
@matakaji4124 ай бұрын
@@turnbasedtoddy7664 it's about porportion relative to your wrist, you numbnut.
@palmeadia4 ай бұрын
I felt the same way about it too, I'm 6'3" and it just wears too small as it is not a true 36 mm case. I ended up with 39 mm Mk II and consider the size to be perfect for me. Plus I prefer the matt dial of the 39 214270
@eugenevedensky60715 ай бұрын
I think it's a matter of adjusting to your perception. For example I'll wear a 42 and feel it's absurdly big but adjust after a day. I think it actually looks great on you
@to.ni14115 ай бұрын
It’s for people that like sophistication and understatement. It’s not your I’m well off in your face Rolex, that is unfortunately the rest of the Rolex catalogue
@Sebastian855 ай бұрын
See it the same. Had this watch direct from AD and sold it after 4 weeks. It feels even smaller than the 14270 and 114270. But the 214270 and 22470 look too big in my opinion. Probably a true 37 or 38mm with 20mm wide bracelet would be perfect.
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
Now I gotta try the 40mm after your comment.
@Sebastian855 ай бұрын
I agree 💯 percent. Had the same issue with the 124270 and sold it after 4 weeks. Before I had the 214270 and it felt too big. 37 or 38 would be perfect.
@Anonymouslyme15 ай бұрын
I bought the 40mm version (AD had both sizes for sale to walk-in customers recently) as it was too small for me also, it’s a dainty piece particularly the bracket and clasp. Both beautiful watches.
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
I must try the 40mm one day.
@seanpham675 ай бұрын
First of all I think the 36 mm case size suits you well, but I’ll have to agree with you some sort of. I am a small gym dude 5 feet 7 inches and with 6.7 inches in wrist size. I bought the black OP36 a couple of weeks ago and I also feel that it looks a tad bit small when I’m looking how the watch is wearing on my wrist in front of the mirror compared to my 37 mm Black Bay 54 and Aqua Terra 38 mm. Although it has 20 mm lug widths and is just tapering down to 16 mm into the clasp. The BB54 and AT have way more wrist presence than the OP36,but when I’m looking on my wrist everything is fine and well proportioned. The 116000 OP36 back then had also a better wrist presence due to thicker/wider lugs which I preferred more than the current reference. I don’t know why they changed that. I didn’t have the chance yet to try the new Explorer36 on the wrist I only saw it in the windows, but it looked smaller compared to the OP36 just at a glance. Overall I’m happy with the OP36. The 41 mm OP and 40 mm Explorer on the other hand are out of proportion and in that size you don’t get the same classic vintage feel and look. It looks more like wearing a plate on the wrist with to much presence and destroying the quintessential of the watch. Doesn’t had the old reference the same dimensions as the current OP36 in terms of lug width and tapering?
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
Thanks for that. If you're overall happy with the OP36, that's all that matters. I remember trying the DJ41 and like you said, it lost the charm of the classic feel of a 36mm. Maybe that's how I'll feel if I ever look into the 40mm Explorer, who knows. You have a nice collection it seems! The AT38 is forever living rent free in my head... I might have to do something about that lol
@loweewolwed98345 ай бұрын
Us seasoned pros that "survived" the oversized era (43 and up) from 99/00 to 03/04 isch will tell you this Explorer sits just perfectly on your wrist.
@rafaeloliva64252 ай бұрын
Mr seasoned pro the explorer is not made in 43mm and above. Are you so sure you survived? My girlfriend wears DJ41 and Daytonas and she is petite. 36mm is and has been relegated to the unisex size. 40mm watche from Rolex are in much greater demand in general and even more so when looking the top tier sports models Sub 41mm released in 2020, GMT 2 are 40mm and the explorer 2 is 42mm. There's a reason that you see Rolex models in greatest demand are all 40mm and above.
@KeepingWatchUK5 ай бұрын
Perhaps a tad small but not overly so on your wrists tbh. For those with 7” or larger, deffo opt for the 40mm.
@queensbuilt-timewilltell82005 ай бұрын
As a person that owns this very watch. There are days I agree with your initial rant and there are days where I do love it overtime. I think that is why I plan to gift it to my better half someday. So when I miss it I can just borrow it from her. Video is well done and I agree with most of the comments, it doesn't look that small on your wrist (which is the same as mine) and actually looks great.
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
Perfect solution and a great way to share our hobby with our loved ones.
@baraabayoumi55095 ай бұрын
I just bought the 40mm today and its amazing,i have +7 inch and it looks great . It looks smaller than the 39 due to smaller lug to lug.i had the 36,i tried to use to it its too small ,it look small as the air king 34.
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
I hope to try the 40mm soon.
@MrWhiterunGuard5 ай бұрын
I think the 39mm might he perfect size for me, tried one at the store and it looked great. I have a DJ41 and I feel its a bit too big, and I have a 36mm OP which I sold because its too small for me with a 6.75" wrist. The one Rolex I own that I think is perfect for me is the vintage 16570(first ever Rolex) but it's kinda banged up, I might look into a 226570 or 124060.
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
16570 is also a great size for me.
@jwalkerjr5 ай бұрын
Hmm, at least in the video, it looks like a good size on your wrist. Then again, I've noticed that photography/videography doesn't always accurately reflect a watch's size on the wrist. I own the 39mm 214270 with a 7.25" wrist and I love it, but there is always an adjustment when moving from +40mm watches.
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
Yup, hard to capture the accuracy with photo and video.
@Coolguy246865 ай бұрын
Perfect on occasions when you need something under the radar for sure. Sub and Batgirl can’t be worn everywhere but this can. Great to have this in collection but only the classic 36mm.
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
Agreed. You'd have to look at your current collection to see if it makes sense.
@rafaeloliva64252 ай бұрын
Who says a sub can't be worn everywhere?
@dankinsler19305 ай бұрын
I don't think it looks small on my 7.25 wrist. Looks just right on you. Your just used to bigger watches.
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
Yeah I was getting used to it towards the end but still would want to try the 40mm.
@jamesatkinson5 ай бұрын
36mm looks like the perfect size
@sungsulpark96815 ай бұрын
I think you can go either size. 36mm looks great on you!
@ccooper87855 ай бұрын
It would be good to be able to see into the future and see if the fad for ever-larger watches (hanging loosely from the wrist) fades out. For years men were happy to wear 34/35mm watches. The 36mm looks great on your wrist. IMHO the new 40mm always looks a bit odd because there is too much empty space on the dial.
@RowanTiangco5 ай бұрын
For me, I feel like it looks good on you. But go with the larger one if it feels better for you.
@frp88kАй бұрын
Explorer 1 40mm. My everyday watch
@juleesadventures79254 ай бұрын
The 36 mm is perfect I’ve ordered one love it
@BrokeWatchFanatic4 ай бұрын
Congratulations!🍾🎉
@vab1203 күн бұрын
Omg it’s the perfect size. What do you want ? A dial the size of a NY pizza ?
@BrokeWatchFanatic3 күн бұрын
😝😆
@yusufbest44754 ай бұрын
This watch is for discrete and functionality while being robust for daily use.. not for flashy or attention seeking. If you like wearing an f91, you would like the 36mm size.. however, if you prefer gshock, then the sub or royal oak style or pilot watch would be more suitable than a 40mm explorer..
@chamixone2 ай бұрын
Looks like a good size for ya. It’s a classic watch and classic size.
@dabec74635 ай бұрын
I have a 7 1/4” wrist, I thought I wanted the classic 36 but idk. Maybe the 40 would be better.
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
Hopefully you can try on both during the same visit to compare.
@alllogosmemes5724Ай бұрын
The 36mm looks perfect on your wrist. You could pull off the 39mm, I think, as well, but the 36 is excellent!
@BrokeWatchFanaticАй бұрын
Thank you!
@Milofchg3 ай бұрын
I own the same watch I love it, but yes after wearing other watches over 41/42mm it will feel small at first. For on my 7 inch wrist it fits and feels perfect. I’m 5,6’ so the size will not be noticeable. So I understand that this watch may not suit guys over 5,11’/6ft. Overall size from a distance does matter depending on the individual. It also depends on what you’re wearing. With just a t-shirt it could look small on some guys, but with a shirt cuff, sweater, or sport coat this looks perfect on anyone.I can wear just about any watch. 7 inch wrists are the ideal size for watch brands when designing cases. I can wear a IWC Big Pilot. It fits on wrist but from a far it look ridiculously large for my height. On wrists smaller than 6 1/2 this Explorer is perfect. 7 inches is pushing the limits, again depending if a guy is large or small. I will say this looks and feels almost spot on to the old 36mm Explorer. However this looks more like a slightly refined dressy version of the old 36mm. I mean it looks on you, but try the 39mm. You may like it more. For me the 40mm will work for those who want a large Explorer. The case design is well proportioned but next to a 41mm Sub it looks just as large.
@BrokeWatchFanatic3 ай бұрын
I wish I had your wrist size 😭 well said on your analysis. And yes, I can see the 36mm fitting well with long sleeves, no matter your stature.
@theartstraveler5 ай бұрын
I love classically sized watches. I have a 35mm Nomos Ludwig. But this 36mm Explorer IS too small. It’s the bracelet that’s the problem. The 40mm Explorer works perfectly. Much better than the old 39mm.
@leiflagercrantz88533 ай бұрын
Perfekt for me, my new favorite
@BrokeWatchFanatic3 ай бұрын
Congrats on the watch!
@truthdragon77192 ай бұрын
I have a 36mm Explorer and it is too small on me. The clasp is also quite narrow and it grabs your wrist when it’s hot as opposed to sliding like a more traditional sized clasp. I have a 38mm Sinn 556 and that’s a great size. For context a number of friends who aren’t watch people said the 36mm looks very small on you. Opinions, everyone’s opinion is right for them 🙂
@BrokeWatchFanatic2 ай бұрын
Ooh the Sinn is nice. I recently sold my 556 A to make room for other watches though. 😕
@the_zeplin_maker2 ай бұрын
36mm version is honestly a hundred times better than the bigger version. The proportions are spot on.
@BrokeWatchFanatic2 ай бұрын
Same way I feel with the Datejust 36 over 41.
@hemantishwaran57413 ай бұрын
114270 is the better choice for everyday wear
@comeonman74235 ай бұрын
I absolutely love 36mm watches but even compared to the OP36 this feels smaller, the 19mm bracelet feels noticeably smaller than the OP36 and the clasp feels much smaller too. This watch feels more like a 35mm watch if anything.
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
Totally agree!
@michaelriera62772 ай бұрын
I got the call and purchased an Explorer 124270. It looked perfect online and perfect at the AD. It is historic and pure class. After 7 months of ownership I sold it. I really wanted to love my Explorer, but it felt so small and dainty, I hated the 14mm bracelet but hoped I’d get used to it…never happened so I sold it.
@comeonman74232 ай бұрын
@@michaelriera6277 I see what you mean it, what are you getting next? Did you get your money for the Explorer?
@Crazy_Joe_Davola5 ай бұрын
I felt the 36 was a bit small too. I bought a 39 and it's perfect for me.
@sdm107Ай бұрын
Looks perfect on your wrist imo. 45mm on your size wrist would look awful but that’s imo….. its what works for you that matters
@BrokeWatchFanaticАй бұрын
Thank you!
@ninjesus40795 ай бұрын
definitely not too small, it looks perfect on you
@HisMajesty995 ай бұрын
The issue isn’t that it’s 36, in fact I think that part looks fantastic. I just don’t like how much the bracelet tapers. Idk why they chose to make it get so narrow 🤷♂️
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
Please check my comparison that I’ll be doing later with my Datejust 36. We’re on the same boat about the bracelet!
@HisMajesty995 ай бұрын
@@BrokeWatchFanatic will do!
@polygoncoco3 ай бұрын
It actually looks perfect on your wrist, it looks pretty big tbh
@BrokeWatchFanatic3 ай бұрын
It takes some time getting used to but yeah the 36mm isn’t bad. I still prefer the Datejust for a 36mm.
@polygoncoco3 ай бұрын
@@BrokeWatchFanatic yeh I have the 36mm explorer and at first I was like whoa it's a bit small, but after 15 minutes it felt right. tbh all my watches are between 36-38mm
@bharat25805 ай бұрын
Spot on for me
@Sebastian-z1h5 ай бұрын
Looks pretty good on you! I find the clasp on my 41 sub way too big.
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
Thanks! It takes a while to get used to.
@scolee64084 ай бұрын
First watch?
@RightWingRadioShow4 ай бұрын
Looks really good on you actually
@BrokeWatchFanatic4 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@jeanlouisdubillon42124 ай бұрын
You are wrong , i have a bigger wrist than you , and this watch is a banger, just 3 days to use to his size , and after it’s fabulous
@BrokeWatchFanatic4 ай бұрын
Yeah, it takes a few days to get used to it.
@machyne825 ай бұрын
Looks great, you want a sports watch to disappear.
@rafaeloliva64252 ай бұрын
Why would you want a watch to disappear?
@machyne822 ай бұрын
@@rafaeloliva6425 put a heavy watch on your wrist and go jogging or mountain biking. You’ll find out
@denbo743 ай бұрын
This is the only watch where people think they need to an old size it the best. No one says this about the Submariner or Speedmaster. Go into a Rolex AD and they will tell you the 40 outsells the 36 almost 2-1
@BrokeWatchFanatic3 ай бұрын
Write, I didn’t know that. I’d be curious to find out the actual stat on that. It would be interesting.
@b.luijkx8511Ай бұрын
It all comes down to taste. I have 6.5 inch wrist. For me the taper is to heavy.
@BrokeWatchFanaticАй бұрын
It really is. Bottom line, just wear what you like. 👍
@dereklee70092 ай бұрын
It looked perfect on you. I’m just the opposite I feel the date just 36 is too small and the explorer is perfect. If I want a bigger Rolex I’d go sub or GMT not the 40 explorer
@joecheng8915 ай бұрын
Perfecto on your wrist.
@polygoncoco3 ай бұрын
People are just used to giant watches. When watches were actually “tools” they were “small” or midsized. Rarely did a watch go above 40mm diameter. A tool watch should be small and get out of the way as you wear it, not a big lumbering hunk of metal that’s going to bump into stuff. Now that watches are more jewellery than tool (and maybe the obesity epidemic), watches have become large and shiny than ergonomically useful as “tools”.
@ericmoss83445 ай бұрын
Too small for me and my 8" wrist as well. These watches look like they'd fit my wife's dainly wrist really well however. I'll stick to my Rolex 216570 ExpII Polar as my daily. Or my NoDate sub in 40mm. The 40mm Explorer is more my speed... but if they'd make one in 41mm and in a blue/green/white dial I'd be on the wait list. :)
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
There was speculation for a white dial explorer but sadly it didn’t come true. 🙁
@ericmoss83445 ай бұрын
@@BrokeWatchFanatic I'm sure colored dials would be a hit given the current climate of blue and green dials on the market.
@fed75764 ай бұрын
what is your wrist size?
@BrokeWatchFanatic4 ай бұрын
6.75”
@StruanRobertson295 ай бұрын
The style over the course of the last 10 years or so has been for large oversized watches....36mm is the traditional size for a gents watch. In a few years the fashion will revert back to traditionally sized watches. Its a shame you feel that way about this historically important watch in the line up....each to their own.....
@michaelriera62772 ай бұрын
I got the call and purchased an Explorer 124270. It looked perfect online and perfect at the AD. It is historic and pure class. After 7 months of ownership I sold it. I really wanted to love my Explorer, but it felt so small and dainty, I hated the 14mm bracelet but hoped I’d get used to it…never happened so I sold it.
@siddhant46s545 ай бұрын
36mm watches are just too small for a avg built man , sick of the small watches being better propaganda everywhere on social media!
@lihanou5 ай бұрын
nah, 188cm 84kg, very built physique. 124270 fits me like a glove - in fact, I'm tempted to buy a 34mm 14000 air king. Love small watches, so elegant and sexy.
@KeepingWatchUK5 ай бұрын
Here-here. I’d say even on my 7.2” wrist, the 39/40mm Explorer wears modestly. For me the 36 wears really dainty.
@nguyenuchuy88075 ай бұрын
i can wear 31mm rolex everyday . 36mm is for all men size
@siddhant46s545 ай бұрын
@@nguyenuchuy8807 yeah you wear a 31 and 36mm cuz your built like a 10 year old kid with sticks for wrists little guy
@KeepingWatchUK5 ай бұрын
@@nguyenuchuy8807 sure, if you want to look silly. 36 & under on a wrist of 7” and over looks (too) small. Pls don’t try to preach otherwise because you think it’s ‘trendy’.
@scollyutube3 ай бұрын
Agree. It looks too small on you with the long sleeve shirt for sure. Tried this on and it was too small for me too. I still think it is the most boring Rolex also.
@roundtheloopandback5 ай бұрын
I bought one of these specifically to be a dress watch
@wristopia41013 ай бұрын
You need to understand that the Explorer 40 is nowhere near 40mm ; )
@BrokeWatchFanatic3 ай бұрын
I hope to get hands on with it someday!
@thechosenone2365 ай бұрын
Great review. Love the Explorer in all sizes, but the 36mm is the way to go!
@bjoernaltmann5 ай бұрын
The 35.5mm is dressy. If anyone wanted to be true to the original, then they would have to buy a 34mm OP, as that was the size in the 70s.
@russellseah23473 ай бұрын
It wears too small n looks too dainty becoz of the silly narrow lugs of 19mm.and too aggressive bracelet taper to 16mm. Prefer the 114270 for better fit and symmetry. .
@BrokeWatchFanatic3 ай бұрын
My thoughts exactly.
@Jhsga98o5 ай бұрын
Is the model 224270 wearing the white T-shirt in the video? Or is it 124270?
@BrokeWatchFanatic5 ай бұрын
124270
@nkonig15 ай бұрын
36mm is fine for you. You don’t have a big wrist.
@A2Shea3 ай бұрын
That watch is not too small for you. But of you feel it is thats what matters. But its definitely not. Im 6"3 and 235lbs with 7.25" wrists and sold my 39mm Explorer 214270 to buy this back on 2021. Something about the 39mm and new 40mm look off or out of proportion to me. Where as the 36mm looks perfect to me. I also own the Explorer II black dial 42mm and that wears pretty large but is a nice contrast to the 36mm.
@BrokeWatchFanatic3 ай бұрын
It does look perfect on my wrist when I wear it with long sleeves, but with a t-shirt, a different story. Perhaps you’re right about the 40mm looking out of proportion. Similar feeling I have is with the Datejust 41.
@paulydonn79114 ай бұрын
Looks cool on your wrist man
@shiot3 ай бұрын
Looks almost a bit too big on your wrist.
@michaelriera62772 ай бұрын
Really? Looks fine, but wears very small for a 36mm.
@bhstennis04Ай бұрын
What are you smoking? This thing couldn’t fit your wrist better. The 40 would look massive on you.
@pjs24095 ай бұрын
There's a small but vocal minority asking for sub 39mm watches.... The sweet spot for MENS watches is 39-42mm..........
@davidhobson78514 ай бұрын
Owned one for a year... least worn watch... too small... a bit boring... upgraded to Explorer 2 polar...
@BrokeWatchFanatic4 ай бұрын
Very nice upgrade. 🫡
@davidhobson78514 ай бұрын
@@BrokeWatchFanatic it's now my daily.... I love it
@the_zeplin_maker2 ай бұрын
you mean downgraded ;)
@davidhobson78512 ай бұрын
@@the_zeplin_maker 🤣🤣.. you haven't a clue obviously