Rolex Wristshot: New Year, New Watch

dms · 2021-01-03T04:50:44Z

Discover why the Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm is considered the perfect size for its vibrant dial. Collector dms shares his new watch and community insights.

dms kicks off the new year by showcasing his recently acquired Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm, a piece he believes perfectly balances vibrant aesthetics with classic simplicity. His initial post sparks a discussion on the optimal sizing for this colorful reference, particularly contrasting the 36mm with its 41mm counterpart. This thread offers valuable insights for collectors considering the modern Oyster Perpetual line.

Happy new year everyone! I have been enjoying the holidays season with my newly received (2 days before Xmas) OP in 36mm. IMO, the perfect size for such a watch (very colorful dial and quite simple at the same time); the 41 looks a bit flat and empty on my wrist...

Key Points from the Discussion

The 36mm Oyster Perpetual is highlighted as an ideal size, especially for its colorful dial, with the 41mm version potentially appearing 'flat and empty' on some wrists.
The 36mm size is visually confirmed to be an excellent fit for the author, reinforcing his point about its wearability.
The red dial of the Oyster Perpetual 36mm is noted for its inherent vibrancy, suggesting that a larger size or additional complications are unnecessary to make a statement.

The Discussion

ArmisT

Jan 3, 2021

Congratulations on a most excellent piece. You really do wear it well; and your point about the 36mm is well made in this picture.👏🏼 Enjoy it in the best of health and longevity.

Echi

Jan 3, 2021

In your pic, you wear the 36mm quite well! With the red OP, you don’t need fireworks

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