Not only is it simple enough a style for a guy, but its the perfect size to be a respectable pirate earring (I am a Will Turner >.>). While it is pure gold, it is quite hollow, which I suppose could be considered a Plus. I sleep shower and everything else with this earing on, so you can too ;)
If you want a simple "pirate like" earing that you don't have to worry at all about, then buy this. This one is the right size (sadly this is not the first one on Amazon I tried).

It's lighter than I thought, looked like stainless steel to my man eyes, but my wife loved it and it is great for everyday use, so there.

I love these earrings, they have a true white gold luster that is unmistakable. They are about the size of a nickle, which is a perfect size, and the tubes are a substantial diameter-YOU SEE THESE EARRINGS when you wear them. It is true the posts are a bit larger than what I was accustom to, but if you insert them with care, and don't just jam them in your ear, they are fine, REALLY! The first time I wore them I just wanted to pop them in and go, and it did hurt...a couple of days later, I tried again, inserting them carefully and slower, and haven't had any problems whatsoever. One of the best purchases I have ever made, I do recommed them to anyone.

I expected larger hoops but my sister said they reminded her of what we used to wear when we were younger. They were a gift so I was hoping for better. Pricey for the size.

The earrings are just right for everyday wear and the quality f0r the price excellant.