WatchTime 0 Posted January 12, 2020 (edited) Hi, I'm new here and have been looking at a few reps for a while, but with quite a small wrist, I'm having trouble finding good options 38mm or smaller. Other than some Rolex options, are there any other brands or specific models that I should look into or that you all would suggest? Thanks! Edited January 12, 2020 by WatchTime Additional info Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted January 12, 2020 Check out the Patek Nautilus Welcome to the forum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,747 Posted January 12, 2020 What mm are you looking for? 36? 40 and under? 32? Just now, Thommo82 said: Check out the Patek Nautilus Welcome to the forum That isn't a small watch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted January 12, 2020 Just now, NCRich said: What mm are you looking for? 36? 40 and under? 32? That isn't a small watch. It is for me mate! Also comes in nice and thin an bracelet tapers down to nothing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchTime 0 Posted January 12, 2020 I think around 38mm or smaller. The largest that fits without looking out of place seems to be 38mm. Also thanks for the quick and helpful replies! Great to be amongst enthusiasts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted January 12, 2020 It’s true you will have trouble with modern watches at 38mm You could try going down the vintage path, or even looking at Seiko models as there are many to choose from at this size. What style of watch do you prefer? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GenTLe 1,501 Posted January 12, 2020 PAtek 5227, JLC ones too, Glashutte... There are many (especially classic) watches around 39mm. Also, more sporty, IWCs pilots (non chrono) are around that size. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr_B 2,401 Posted January 12, 2020 Ap 15202 39mm https://puretimewatch.io/royal-oak-39mm-15202-ss-xf-1-1-best-edition-blue-textured-dial-on-ss-bracelet-a2121.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ant0702 466 Posted January 12, 2020 Nomos Tangente from Mary. 35mm, but wears bigger. I have the gen and the rep - it's a classic watch. Also the Cartier Santos 100 midsize - again a reasonably sized classic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchTime 0 Posted January 12, 2020 (edited) Looking for something a tad bit dressy and also like a complication or possibly a chrono so it doesn't look out of place in a slightly more casual setting, but generally not a sports watch person. I like vintage watches but not sure what to be looking for yet. I assume there are no reps for vintage watches? Edited January 12, 2020 by WatchTime Info Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr_B 2,401 Posted January 12, 2020 2 minutes ago, WatchTime said: Looking for something a tad bit dressy and also like a complication or possibly a chrono so it doesn't look out of place in a slightly more casual setting, but generally not a sports watch person. I like vintage watches but not sure what to be looking for yet. I assume there are no reps for vintage watches? There's a whole section on vintage reps Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,747 Posted January 12, 2020 Tudor Black Bay 58 is a great choice for a modern sub. Hands down my fav from my recent acquisitions. I prefer a smaller watch too. It is thin and light. 39mm but no crown guards. The 36mm Rolex DJs can't be beat. Or the day date. A 36mm explorer is good. The new Timex Q is nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchTime 0 Posted January 12, 2020 20 minutes ago, Mr_B said: There's a whole section on vintage reps Thanks, I clearly needed to look at the sub forums. Almost initial threads I read seemed to be talking about gen but probably just need to dig my way through it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr_B 2,401 Posted January 12, 2020 16 minutes ago, WatchTime said: Thanks, I clearly needed to look at the sub forums. Almost initial threads I read seemed to be talking about gen but probably just need to dig my way through it. You'll get there, just keep reading Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hinclimincli 17 Posted January 12, 2020 As it’s been said, the Datejust is a clear contender on that size range. I have small wrists too so I fully understand you. Anything bigger than a 5-digit Submariner feels uncomfortable to me. Examples of watches I have worn and didn’t look too big: Royal Oak 15450 Royal Oak 15000 Rolex GMT 6542 Rolex Explorer (the old 36mm, not the current 39mm which wears too big IMHO) Rolex Datejust 116234 Patek Philippe Calatrava 5296G Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800 IWC Portofino Tudor Black Bay 36 (I own the gen, my favourite watch indeed) Tudor Black Bay 58 There are quite a few more but I don’t have first hand experience. But as you can see you have plenty of nice options! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GenTLe 1,501 Posted January 13, 2020 9 hours ago, WatchTime said: Looking for something a tad bit dressy and also like a complication or possibly a chrono so it doesn't look out of place in a slightly more casual setting, but generally not a sports watch person. I like vintage watches but not sure what to be looking for yet. I assume there are no reps for vintage watches? Then look at the 1st sentence in my reply. Add also the portofino: Add to that also the more sporty 39mm AP 15202: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RussP 22,231 Posted January 13, 2020 10 hours ago, Thommo82 said: Check out the Patek Nautilus Welcome to the forum Smallest Nautilus is 37mm. Try Trusty Time (see item code PP0243A) as they've informed me that they are in stock. Best of luck @WatchTime Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Realism 72 Posted January 13, 2020 It is not the diameter of the watch that measures "fit"... Often the thickness, along with the lug to lug measurements play a part on how a watch look on a wrist... Also, the lug shape, or curvature would make a watch look bigger or smaller than its listed diameter size... 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Huxflux1337 2 Posted January 13, 2020 The Breitling Galactic is actually quite nice! Not sure how many TD's can source this though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deju 1,873 Posted January 13, 2020 1 hour ago, Realism said: It is not the diameter of the watch that measures "fit"... Often the thickness, along with the lug to lug measurements play a part on how a watch look on a wrist... Also, the lug shape, or curvature would make a watch look bigger or smaller than its listed diameter size... This*^^ 36mm Rolex wear like big watches I can wear a 45mm uboat can’t wear a 45mm omega. Cartier Santos 100 with quick link bracelet is a great watch I believe they do smaller sizes Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GenTLe 1,501 Posted January 13, 2020 2 hours ago, Realism said: It is not the diameter of the watch that measures "fit"... Often the thickness, along with the lug to lug measurements play a part on how a watch look on a wrist... Also, the lug shape, or curvature would make a watch look bigger or smaller than its listed diameter size... Yes, this is also true: the Rolexes wear bigger, the Omega 42mm wear smaller (for instance). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
