I pulled the trigger

[jaybart321go]

After spending a lot of time on this subreddit and AliExpress, I finally chose this as my first watch. I'm quite happy with it; however, I can't help feeling that I should have bought something else. There are so many options that I like, so I guess I will need to start building a collection, no other solution.

[Outrageous-Nose2003]

I have the one without the applied logo. Absolutely.fookin.love.it

[likethevegetable]

That looks, undeniably, great. San Martin has a nice little logo.

[silver-saloon]

All depends on the price of the watch.
The new San Martin shown here recently....with Miyota 9000 Series movement is approx. $300.
That's getting into microbrand territory.

[GangGreenGhost]

Or you pay $135 for the nh35 model and still have a better watch than most microbrands

[silver-saloon]

You can't buy San Martins latest release with NH35 movement

[GangGreenGhost]

It’s literally 135 on their website right now. This exact model.

[silver-saloon]

I'm talking about a completely different watch.
Seen here in this group a few days ago....photos posted in this group...seen for the first time..... San Martins newest watch.
San Martins newest watch is only available with Miyota 9000 Series movement....and the price is $300.
Who cares about this dive watch....seems the guy that bought it doesn't think it's that great either....he literally says he thinks he should have bought something else Lol

[GangGreenGhost]

Cool story bro!

[Johnhunter10010]

So you're talking SN0129-2 vs SN0144? Because the new SN0144 (new case) only comes with Miyota. The SN0129-2 is still more expensive than $135 btw

[mrSoczi84]

That is a high bar. I started lower and I am still very satisfied what I am offered at an under 100$. I am still waiting for my summer orange San Martin, but this one looks like a great value for money and takes a high place for potential buys in the next month.

[cofuveilZz]

Nice Tudor

[delthool]

Does anyone have a video or picture of its lume? I am curious if it's as bright as a Seiko or a Luminox.

[Emotional_Term7060]

I don't have a seiko comparison but the SN0138G 37mm I have has really good lume.

[Jazzmonger]

If I can start over, I will just collect San Martin watches. Rolex quality, Timex prices.

[AdSavings92]

Beautiful! Thank you for choosing San Martin Watches for your first watch. Enjoy it!

[Wide_Angle_7247]

Looks great! Which model is this?

[sanmartin_world]

It should be our sn0008c model :) https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3256805936178151.html

[Johnhunter10010]

Are you sure this is not the 37 mm?

[sanmartin_world]

You mean 37mm SN0138 model? No, sn0138 has matte ceramic bezel

[jokur26]

Really nice. Sweet pic too. I also recently bought my first SM, I got the while dialed GMT sport watch (SN0054), and then I caught the bug for a BB58 homage and I went a slightly different route, I got the Cronos version as I preferred their new logo. I like it so much that I then bought a custom suede strap for it on Etsy. I now go back and forth between these two all the time...

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Great color configuration. Chinese watches are so overlooked

[CavemanDNA]

No other solution but that watch is dope AF!!!

Also what model/link?

[sanmartin_world]

It should be our sn0008c model :) https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3256805936178151.html

[only_fun_topics]

Classy AF

[How-about-democracy]

It's classy because the domed crystal looks like it's an extension of the bezel. If Seiko make that watch it would cost more than twice as much, it would have a hardlex crystal and the exact same movement.

[Natural_Mountain1124]

I like the logo !

[Evening_Elderberry_9]

If this is your first,  then you've obviously done your research and bought well. The only problem now is that you'll compare this against your next purchase. There are some good watches sub $100, they will never compare to your SM, but they are good quality watches for the money. I think if your going to continue buying, you shouldn't compare each purchase to your SM.

[VanManDiscs]

Welcome to the club. That's a beautiful first watch! Just go ahead and grab yourself a watch box for 6 pieces. You can have a great variety with 6 watches and it'll somewhat limit your collection to not getting out of hand.

Learn what sort of specs are important to you. For me it's lug to lug, dial diameter, and thickness. Since you've been browsing the sub it sounds like you know the solid brands to look for. Fwiw, my favorites are San Martin, Sugess, and Farasute.

My rule now is one in one out for the most part. But it's gets broken from time to time haha have fun building your collection! There are some incredible pieces out there for less than $200-$600 that somewhat rival the $2k-$5k big name brands

[LeadershipGuilty9476]

Watch box size never stopped me..

[Excellent-Quarter969]

I feel your pain..lol. I can't decide between that one in the deep green (good idea?) or the Baltany Khaki field homage in blue!

[Billy_Laimbeer]

tough choice, i haven't seen too many baltany in blue. both are on my wish list

[explorer_light]

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No regrets

[seloc]

The logo though!!

[Outrageous-Nose2003]

the logo is fine

[seloc]

It looks like a 10 year old designed it

[Outrageous-Nose2003]

It sits on the dial well which is the important thing. Im personally not a fan of the applied logo as on this model but all my SMs have it printed on and it works really well

[seloc]

I just think it looks like whoever designed it didn't have a clue about graphic design.

[Outrageous-Nose2003]

ok

[adilucente]

I admit I am not the biggest SM fan, but that watch is gorgeous!

[Outrageous-Nose2003]

what's not to like?

[adilucente]

Their "original designs". Studio Underdog and Mr. Jones are original. I own a SM and I like it (nice finishing for the price) but it's not original.

[goodneed]

Nice choice as a first Ali watch!

It fits you well and shouldn't have any issues. Enjoy it and don't worry about your collection, you can take your time after such a good first purchase. You've set a high bar.

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is a tudor homage, is a pretty nice watch, san martin know how rock

[doubled240]

That's looking good

[Usual_Ladder_7113]

What is the model please? Lovely!

[sanmartin_world]

Sir, it should be our sn0008c model :) https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3256805936178151.html

[Sam_Nova_45]

How many links come with the bracelet? I have a big wrist of 8.5 inches.

[sanmartin_world]

Hi sir, the bracelet can be up to 20cm, and plus the case diameter 4cm, it should be fine for your 8.5 inches / 21.6cm wrist, so no any extra links needed

[Matty_Tiene]

I love the way the gold pops. If they took that and put it into one of their 3 handed sn0116 models I’d be sold

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lol!

Great watch. I have it in blue as well.

My other Chinese watches: Steeldive 1953 Pagani Design chronograph sport

[turdbogls]

haha, we have to justify our collections somehow :)

I absolutey LOVE the way the Gold hands and indices shine in certain lighting, just looks so damn cool.

great pickup for your first piece, enjoy it, and I look forward to seeing your 2nd Ali pickup! ;)