Opinion: All watch models should have an S,M,L size option (38,40,42mm)
So we can all enjoy them, what you think?
A submariner in all three size would soar in sales I reckon
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I think that’s why I think Tudor has been knocking it out of the park. They have all options, from Black Bay 32/36/etc, to the chronos and Pelagos in 42mm. Something for everyone.
I hope to try some of the newer models soon.
That said, before the recent Tudor developments, Omega was occupying the “something for everyone” space for me. I have the midsize Seamasters and the Speedmaster Reduced, and was hunting for a midsize Aqua Terra until recently.
I'm all for multiple sizes and choice, but those sizes seem rather close together to me. I'd suggest 36, 40 and 44mm to get some real differentiation for divers/sports watches. 34, 38, 42mm for dress.
Seems like a good idea at first blush. So good it probably should have been implemented before now. Why hasn't it?
Because projections on sales numbers for the different sizes of the same item are notoriously imprecise.
Clothes are a similar example for this. The clearance racks are always rife with one size or another of certain items.
It's one thing to miss projections on a size of clothing that cost pennies per item to produce. It's a whole other thing to miss projections on a watch size that costs hundreds or thousands of dollars per unit to produce.
That said, if Tudor is managing it and if @AndrewMorgan is correct that Tudor is Rolex's testing lab, maybe we will see this come about.
37-40-43 I think would be good targets.
Agreed, options never hurt anyone.
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imo, 37/39/41 (S/M/L) would be the perfect sizing for all watches. You can cover basically every range of wrist sizes with these sizes. This is something Tudor does and I believe every watch brand should just implement this.
Seems like a good idea at first blush. So good it probably should have been implemented before now. Why hasn't it?
Because projections on sales numbers for the different sizes of the same item are notoriously imprecise.
Clothes are a similar example for this. The clearance racks are always rife with one size or another of certain items.
It's one thing to miss projections on a size of clothing that cost pennies per item to produce. It's a whole other thing to miss projections on a watch size that costs hundreds or thousands of dollars per unit to produce.
That said, if Tudor is managing it and if @AndrewMorgan is correct that Tudor is Rolex's testing lab, maybe we will see this come about.
37-40-43 I think would be good targets.
We’ve seen Tudor and now Rolex introduce case size selection in their configurators for relevant watches. Not beyond the realms of possibility for key sports models to get additional sizes I guess?
I think you guys are forgetting us ladies here. 😅 Can we go smaller for S? I'm thinking 34/36.
I understand that not every movement/ complication can fit on a small dial but at least try to make the effort. I voiced already this in other comments, but most brands have a pathetic supply of watches targeted to the female audience. This is especially true for microbrands.
Rather have date/no date options 😕
Agree fully. I really don't understand releasing models in just one size and waiting months or a year for another. Well, I'm sure it builds hype etc but surely it just makes sense to give people an option from day one?
Yes, because Submariner sales haven’t been soaring since forever…
Actually would prefer 36mm options as well
36, 39, 42
Many men will default to the "full size" if a watch comes in multiple sizes. I guess that's a problem because it means making a smaller size wouldn't be worth it... financially. I totally agree with your idea though!