Hello Purists. I have seen many unflattering remarks directed towards 34mm vintage Rolex on other forums. Many (not all) say they are undesirable because they are too small for today’s style standards and therefore are worth less than their 36mm and above...
You don't appear to have small wrists but the example you have shared fit you well. The 34mm Rolex has all the characteristics of the lager 36/38mm but the proportions are respected. The 34mm has 19mm lugs so the 1 mm difference keeps the balance vs the 2...
They are the "classic" Rolex, and they have a great look: sporty but genuinely appropriate with a suit. They have a compact, energetic look that I would describe as "jaunty." They are also very comfortable because they are light. Unless you like a watch w...
Class is everywhere especially in watches of modest size. When I look at these 2 watches you have posted, I don't see them too small. I see someone wearing a nicely proportioned watch. Everyone should have one or several in a collection. They are comforta...
In fact, I like that it is small and vintage. I get to wear the said watch on certain dressy occasion like this one. The more size variety the better. ...
To be honest, when I hear a person describing another person’s watch as “too big” or “too small”, the problem I see is in the person making that statement. Everyone has different subjective taste on watch styles and sizes. If you like a watch that is 30mm...
Neglect what others are saying. Sizes go up and down in waves. Few years back min was 40, that grew and grew to IWC with 52 mm etc Lately we see the reverse where 38-39 seems the perfect size. If 34 is to small? Then just wait the market will get there ag...
Although I bought this for my wife, she's only worn it a couple times (she doesn't like wearing watches). So I've been wearing it quite a lot. At 225 pounds and 6'1" tall, I'm not a small guy, and I have no problem wearing a 34mm watch. ...