As the 62MAS is basically a 60s vintage skin diver design, originally meant to be worn on something like a tropic strap, any attempt to integrate bracelet end links looks like an afterthought to me. That said, I really like this new version. I just wish the centre sections of the bevelled hands were brushed.
So they copy Seiko now too 😂😂 I bought the Seiko 1965 diver for him. He is 8 and a hardcore mechanical watch collector. That watch only cost $1250 at the AD. Dial looks way better than this one though. Do they have any original designs ?
@@shawnmartin1306 I'd hope it was better for that kind of money 😆 This is one of San Martin's budget watches. If you want to see one of their original designs where they have things like on the fly adjustable clasps and bracelets that are far better than Seikos... And still for a lot less money, then check out this one. ruclips.net/video/cBta7DiewuQ/видео.html
I have a Seestern and got the bracelet (male end links also) and immediately got a FKM Tropic for it. And I’m a bracelet guy. Glad SM hasn’t forgotten about us little people. Great review as always.
I have the grey dial version and I really can’t get over how well this watch is executed for the price. Just over 200.00 Canadian. If this was a mainstream brand it would be so much more expensive. I also like the subtle branding. This is a good watch at a very affordable price.
100%. With a different logo most people wouldn't even hesitate to pay a lot more for this... But because it's Chinese a lot of people automatically just say it's junk... More fool them.
I bought one of these last week, received it yesterday.......I was blown away at the quality, fit and finish. I compared my Orient Kamasu to the San Martin, it doesn't even come close.....and I paid more for the Orient.
@@Mr1MOA I know exactly what you mean. Although I did it the way, and started out with Chinese watches, then went and bought a few 'big' brand ones later... Including a Kamasu.
I purchased this watch recently, its still being shipped. Based on your review, i just won't bother resizing the bracelet and simply swap it out for an FKM strap for that nice clean skin diver look.
This is really nice. Basic but well done. I have my Seestern on a black sailcloth at min with red stitching, goes well with the red dial but usually have it on the razor wire bracelet. I struggle with this type of bracelet on this style of watch. Same with my Proxima 1697. The 3 link really bugs me so it lives on a BoR. I think the 62Mas homages and the 50s/60s skin diver homages in general look good with aftermarket straight end links. Keeps that vintage vibe somehow
I got this one in the sale. Absolutely zero complaints for price. Dont mind pin and collar as its more secure than screw pins. Bit of a pain to size but once its done you never have to touch the bracelet again. I have it on a navy blue fkm rubber just now and its a regular in the rotation.
I just got this recently too. The bezel on mine is unfortunately not aligned. Other than that, it's a great watch! I agree with you that it doesn't look like a budget piece. Thanks for the great review.
I have 4 or 5 NH35 budget watches that I bought off AliExpress. None come close to the quality of this San Martin watch. I ordered one with the tropical rubber strap. San Martin kept the most important features that I like on this watch and kept the price down. Reasonable price is very important for me. I cant afford to pay more than 179 dollars for a watch. This watch is nice enough that it will be a keeper for me. Many of San Martins watches have gotten to expensive.
That looks great value, I don't mind pin and collar, so really the only cost saving thing that would affect me is the lack of on the fly clasp. In fact, I always think this style looks better on a rubber strap, so I would skip the bracelet and then there are no criticisms from me 👍
Can you buy a San Martin on the fly clasp to replace this one? I know they sell them separately and generally assume that they make one in a size that would work.
Picked up one of these on the last 11/11 sale. Except for the annoying pin and collar, it wears surprisingly well for the size and weight. Very happy with it now that I don't have to size the bracelet again, lol.
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWRi usually do too, but i have to agree with ragnarone5409, i prefer printed for San Martin’s logo. I have an SN0121GA which has the printed and i think it looks so much nicer than the 3d one. Its all subjective though, we all have different preferences. If we all agreed on everything the world would be an awfully boring place. Just ordered this exact model except i got it on rubber, thanks to your fantastic review. Looking forward to getting it on wrist.
We all got used to high quality from China, especially san martin, Proxima, Sugess, Cronos and just consider this as yet another good value watch from them. We should be surprised that China is still doing so because it really is exceptional quality for peanuts money for us people in the West. This would cost the 5x or 10x if it was sold by another country (and still made in China for the most part. Tissot I am looking at you).
That's very true. We've definitely been spoilt, and now it's hard to see the value in other watches that aren't offering the same level of value. I see it a lot in the comments of the microbrand watches that I review.
Just got mine in and the bracelet is too freaking small. Maybe good for a 7.5 - 7.6inch wrist at best, it's snug on my 7.9. It's a shame because I think the bracelet is pretty nice. Unlike others, my perception is that us bigger wrist guys are forgotten about, not the other way around :(
I really would like to have a 62MAS skin diver style watch but, 39mm is just way too small for my wrist. Even with a long lug to lug its still small on me. Sadly, the skin divers won't reach 42 or 43. Cant afford a Tudor Pelagos and not interested in Ti.
Have a look at the new Addiesdive. That's around 41mm but running a vh/vk31. I forget the model number but, Simon at Watch the Time just did a review on it. It's pretty nice
Discount code 'SN0007GB24' for $24 off.
s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DBQj4ul
As the 62MAS is basically a 60s vintage skin diver design, originally meant to be worn on something like a tropic strap, any attempt to integrate bracelet end links looks like an afterthought to me. That said, I really like this new version. I just wish the centre sections of the bevelled hands were brushed.
That's a good point, now you mention it actually.
So they copy Seiko now too 😂😂 I bought the Seiko 1965 diver for him. He is 8 and a hardcore mechanical watch collector.
That watch only cost $1250 at the AD. Dial looks way better than this one though. Do they have any original designs ?
@@shawnmartin1306 I'd hope it was better for that kind of money 😆
This is one of San Martin's budget watches. If you want to see one of their original designs where they have things like on the fly adjustable clasps and bracelets that are far better than Seikos... And still for a lot less money, then check out this one.
ruclips.net/video/cBta7DiewuQ/видео.html
Good eye on and I agree
I have a Seestern and got the bracelet (male end links also) and immediately got a FKM Tropic for it. And I’m a bracelet guy. Glad SM hasn’t forgotten about us little people. Great review as always.
I have the grey dial version and I really can’t get over how well this watch is executed for the price. Just over 200.00 Canadian. If this was a mainstream brand it would be so much more expensive. I also like the subtle branding. This is a good watch at a very affordable price.
100%. With a different logo most people wouldn't even hesitate to pay a lot more for this... But because it's Chinese a lot of people automatically just say it's junk... More fool them.
I bought one of these last week, received it yesterday.......I was blown away at the quality, fit and finish. I compared my Orient Kamasu to the San Martin, it doesn't even come close.....and I paid more for the Orient.
@@Mr1MOA I know exactly what you mean. Although I did it the way, and started out with Chinese watches, then went and bought a few 'big' brand ones later... Including a Kamasu.
I purchased this watch recently, its still being shipped. Based on your review, i just won't bother resizing the bracelet and simply swap it out for an FKM strap for that nice clean skin diver look.
@@akash_goel Although it is a bit of a pain to resize, you do only have to do it once. But an FKM strap would look good too.
That dial is brilliant. If that was Swiss or Japanese it would be crazy expensive
This is really nice. Basic but well done.
I have my Seestern on a black sailcloth at min with red stitching, goes well with the red dial but usually have it on the razor wire bracelet. I struggle with this type of bracelet on this style of watch. Same with my Proxima 1697. The 3 link really bugs me so it lives on a BoR. I think the 62Mas homages and the 50s/60s skin diver homages in general look good with aftermarket straight end links. Keeps that vintage vibe somehow
Basic but well done sums it up quite nicely I think.
Sugess needs to change from those plastic boxes I think too. A nice travel case would be nice.
I got this one in the sale. Absolutely zero complaints for price. Dont mind pin and collar as its more secure than screw pins. Bit of a pain to size but once its done you never have to touch the bracelet again. I have it on a navy blue fkm rubber just now and its a regular in the rotation.
That's good to hear. I'm glad you're enjoying yours.
I just got this recently too. The bezel on mine is unfortunately not aligned. Other than that, it's a great watch! I agree with you that it doesn't look like a budget piece. Thanks for the great review.
I'm sorry to hear that your bezel isn't aligned properly. Is it off by a lot?
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Perhaps by half a second. I try not to dwell on it, overall satisfied with the watch. Thankful.
@@yanadiivory If it's only off by that much, perhaps you could try heating it up a bit and moving it slightly.
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Oh, I don't know we could do that. Thanks for the tips! Is there a tutorial somewhere I can follow?
I have 4 or 5 NH35 budget watches that I bought off AliExpress. None come close to the quality of this San Martin watch. I ordered one with the tropical rubber strap. San Martin kept the most important features that I like on this watch and kept the price down. Reasonable price is very important for me. I cant afford to pay more than 179 dollars for a watch. This watch is nice enough that it will be a keeper for me. Many of San Martins watches have gotten to expensive.
The built quality and finishing with San Martins is always really good. I'm glad that you're happy with yours.
That looks great value, I don't mind pin and collar, so really the only cost saving thing that would affect me is the lack of on the fly clasp. In fact, I always think this style looks better on a rubber strap, so I would skip the bracelet and then there are no criticisms from me 👍
It is great value. I'm sure the FKM rubber will be very nice too.
Can you buy a San Martin on the fly clasp to replace this one? I know they sell them separately and generally assume that they make one in a size that would work.
@@karlsenula9495 This one should fit I think.
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Gorgeous looking watch
They did a great job on it, especially for the price didn't they?
The vintage style is really really nice.
Picked up one of these on the last 11/11 sale. Except for the annoying pin and collar, it wears surprisingly well for the size and weight. Very happy with it now that I don't have to size the bracelet again, lol.
I know exactly what you mean 😆
Wish they offered it with a smoother highbeat movement.
That would be cool. It's always nice when they offer you a choice of movements I think.
Milled clasp, signed crown, non-jangly bracelet, sapphire crystal and a Seiko movement? Suck it, Seiko!
They put Seiko to shame in terms of build quality and materials at this price.
SM beating Seiko flat out at this price range 😮😮😮
@@kostar500 Yeah 100%
I would prefer a printed logo and drilled lugholes.
Drilled lugs are always appreciated. But I personally like an applied logo though.
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWRi usually do too, but i have to agree with ragnarone5409, i prefer printed for San Martin’s logo. I have an SN0121GA which has the printed and i think it looks so much nicer than the 3d one. Its all subjective though, we all have different preferences. If we all agreed on everything the world would be an awfully boring place. Just ordered this exact model except i got it on rubber, thanks to your fantastic review. Looking forward to getting it on wrist.
@@ProjectSerpo90 Absolutely. Thanks mate. Enjoy your watch once it arrives.
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR You know i will my friend! Keep up the great work.
Its a good offering but it needs drilled lugs.
If I remember correctly, the non-budget version has them I think.
How many versions does San Martin have because some of these are as much as $300 and why aren't they accepting any if the coupon codes
We all got used to high quality from China, especially san martin, Proxima, Sugess, Cronos and just consider this as yet another good value watch from them. We should be surprised that China is still doing so because it really is exceptional quality for peanuts money for us people in the West. This would cost the 5x or 10x if it was sold by another country (and still made in China for the most part. Tissot I am looking at you).
That's very true. We've definitely been spoilt, and now it's hard to see the value in other watches that aren't offering the same level of value. I see it a lot in the comments of the microbrand watches that I review.
can you review the sn0129?
Just got mine in and the bracelet is too freaking small. Maybe good for a 7.5 - 7.6inch wrist at best, it's snug on my 7.9. It's a shame because I think the bracelet is pretty nice. Unlike others, my perception is that us bigger wrist guys are forgotten about, not the other way around :(
That's a shame. Have you tried contacting the seller to see whether you can get a couple of extra links for it?
7.9? A few less pies
Does anyone knows the dial size?
I really would like to have a 62MAS skin diver style watch but, 39mm is just way too small for my wrist. Even with a long lug to lug its still small on me. Sadly, the skin divers won't reach 42 or 43. Cant afford a Tudor Pelagos and not interested in Ti.
Have a look at the new Addiesdive. That's around 41mm but running a vh/vk31. I forget the model number but, Simon at Watch the Time just did a review on it. It's pretty nice
... Its the AD2033
@@K_j_M Thanks. Will have a look.
What size wrist do you have?
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR 7.5
For the price there are no shortcomings from my point of view. Great watch! Not San Martin's best but damn, this is a great value.
Cheers!
It certainly is great value for money.
39mm? Seems small. Wish it were a tad bigger.
On the bezel it´s 40 mm in diameter.
¿Which colour suits better in this watch?
That's up to you to decide. Are you thinking of getting one?
I am not sure. The price is 200 €?
Needs waaaay more AR coating
More AR would always be appreciated.