The 40mm Rolex is just right, but the 41mm Submariner is too big?

[Muhammad556]

In my impression, the 37mm Rolex Submariner has never appeared since the black dial in the 19th century. Now, every time I go to an offline store to try it on, the 40mm and 41mm Submariners are always the most. After all, I have to adapt to the general needs of society, which I understand very well.

Before my wrist was accidentally injured, I especially liked to wear a 40mm watch. The grand and calm feeling made me always want to lift the watch to check the time from time to time. However, I found that the 41mm watch was a bit difficult to wear, such as the 124060, but the 40mm one was just right. I don’t know if this is my psychological effect, so I haven’t really bought a 41mm treasure yet.

As mentioned above, my wrist was injured because of sports, and I can’t even wear a 40mm watch. How can a person who wears a watch for a long time suddenly have an empty wrist? But the good news is that I saw someone predict that a new 37mm Rolex will appear in 2025. Although this is just their speculation, i hope it can come true.

[freddy333]

I am sorry to hear about your injury, but is the problem with 40mm+ watches due to their size or weight?

 

If it is a weight issue, why not just replace the metal bracelet on the larger Sub with a NATO, Zulu or rubber strap, any of which should reduce the weight to below that of a braceleted 37mm Sub?

[Ronin]

Like Freddy said, diameter is not the best metric here.  I had a genuine 37mm Tudor BB54 and it was AWFULLY unbalanced and heavier than a 14060/16610.  Also, I have had 39mm watches with Lug-to-Lug's in excess of 50mm.  Precious metal like the Blue White Gold Submariner weighs more as well. 

 

That said, a neo-vintage Sub like the 14060 on a hollow 93150 braclet is probably the best option if you can go Gen. --- or find an ARF 16610 and swap to a 93150 with Hollow links...

 

Otherwise, look into Titanium or Carbon cases.  I just picked up the VSF NTTD v5 (all Ti) Bond Seamaster and is like I am not wearing a watch! Good luck. 

[maurobart121]

I've got a smaller wrist myself, and sometimes even a millimeter or two can make a big difference in how comfortable a watch feels.

[Ronin]

3 hours ago, maurobart121 said:

I've got a smaller wrist myself, and sometimes even a millimeter or two can make a big difference in how comfortable a watch feels.

In which direction?  Height, Width(dia), Length?  I agree a millimeter in lug-2-lug (length) can make/break a watch for smaller wrists.  I would also say a few grams in weight can make/break a watch as well.  (Heavier "Heft" is NOT an indicator of quality)

I have small wrists 6.75" / 17.14 CM and could not wear the 39mm Omega Spectre cofortably-- but I can wear a 42mm NTTD Ti,  Seadweller 43, Panerai 111..... Mostly because the Lug-2-Lug (Length) is short enough for the wrap.

 

Take modern Tudor, their slab side cases and thick movements ruined the Black Bay 54 ... a 37mm watch.  Unbalanced on the wrist.

Final example: Seiko SKX, Turtle & Willards with a published diameter of 42  / 44 / 45mm!  They wear smaller than a 40mm modern Submariner.   Anyone can wear a 42mm Seiko SKX...

 

I had a buddy who worked at a major US watch retailer, and most watch retailers are secretly "rolling their eyes" at customers who claim I can't wear anything larger than X or I only wear X diameter watches.  

 

[Tribal]

In my opinion the 126610 Sub is the best modern 6 digit Sub.
Much better than 116610 with his ugly thick Lugs.
Much more defined like an old 5 digit Submariner.
Slimmer Lugs and a wider Bracelet is really nice


But this are my 2Cents

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[Ronin]

16 hours ago, Tribal said:

Much better than 116610 with his ugly thick Lugs.
 

100% agree.  Those thick lugs squared off the case too much. The 126610 symmetry and balance is great. 👍🏼

[Muhammad556]

On 3/7/2025 at 5:13 AM, freddy333 said:

I am sorry to hear about your injury, but is the problem with 40mm+ watches due to their size or weight?

 

If it is a weight issue, why not just replace the metal bracelet on the larger Sub with a NATO, Zulu or rubber strap, any of which should reduce the weight to below that of a braceleted 37mm Sub?

You have given very good advice! Why didn't I think of replacing the bracelet? People get sick and their brains stop working... The happy thing is that I'm better now and everything is back to routine. I'll look into a new bracelet as an alternative though, thanks.😃