I have owned several of both brands, and still own three SM watches. Sorry to all those Swiss brand lovers, but SM watches are presently head and shoulders above anything Tissot make.
@@watchalot919 that’s the thing. I love Swiss watches but you have to be honest, and the truth is San Martin offers more for less money. Thanks for your feedback!
@@worthwhilewatches thanks so much! It’s amazing what San Martin does for the money. I still do enjoy the Tissot, too, of course. Really appreciate you taking the time to watch!
Subbed! Loved this review! Saw your page and it looks like you just started posting again after 7 months. Saw your GS review as well, hoping to see a "The Citizen AQ4100" series on your page soon!
@@wakikokwak thanks so much! Yes, I’ve posted on and off over the years but recently I decided to post consistently. I love watches and I enjoy making videos, it’s a perfect match. I also like sharing my experiences so others can benefit from them. Would love to review that Citizen! We’ll see. As for the GS review, good timing, this coming week I’m posting a “5 years later” review of it, exploring how it’s gone. Thanks so much for your feedback and support! I appreciate it so much!
Woah, those macros though! I love the closeups. I even don’t mind the scratches on the Tissot under macro lens. I love the brown tones of the Militado. Excuse me while I wander over to aliE…
@@gengen811 Yeah it’s a well loved watch. Scratches happen. Though the macro lens reveals a shocking world of microscratches you never notice, normally. As for AliExpress, I don’t blame you, but watch out, doing these reviews has me browsing there way too much, on top of all the other watches I already have on my wishlist. LOL
Thanks for the interesting review. I own the watch with a red dessert dial, Picked it up for about 200 Eur on 11/11. It is a decent watch but I have 2 complaints: the NH35 movement is poorly regulated at-20 s/d( once again I will have to do it on my own like on my 3 other SMs) and the push button is still very gritty and hard to operate -,even after applying a good amount of lubrication. The finish otherwise is at least comparable to 1000+x $ watches. Would still buy it again though QC is SMs biggest issue. I own three other watches with ST1901/1908 Sea-Gull movements from other brands and they all came with a decent regulation between -2 and + 4 s/d…
@@thomasstock7634 I find most NH35s tend to be a bit inconsistent on regulation out of the box, I agree, I wish all watches came well regulated. I find the crown quite smooth on mine, but like you said it’s luck of the draw unless QC is prioritized. Really appreciate your feedback!
Thanks for your reply, it is very much appreciated. The grittiness refers to the push button on the clasp which is very stiff. Not so on my SN0116 and SN0119.
@ my pleasure! My clasp is ok too. I guess I got lucky. For the money it’s an amazing package. I’m really looking forward to what else they come up with. Will be reviewing the 0144 too, soon.
The main question for me is: Do I really want to support brand like San Martin? All their products are just homage watches to every famous model from other brands. What is their addition to watch world? Sure...a lot of brands have like 1-2 homage models and thats fine but not building their whole brand on it. Im not a rich a guy I wear affordable watches certina,tissot,hamilton and I choose to support original every single time. Nice review btw and I dont want to offend anyone its just my opinion.
@@ziro9122 it’s a really fair perspective. I dabble in homage watches because as a reviewer I have to know what’s out there. I also hear a lot of people claiming that “homage x is better than original y” so for me I want to dig in and see what truth, if any, there is to it. I’m trying to bust myths a little and give the best info I can. In the case of San Martin, I absolutely agree but with models like the 0129 and the 0144 you can see them introducing their own aesthetic. To me, that’s admirable. I won’t be quitting my Swiss watch habit any time soon, but like I talked about in the video, I think entry level Swiss brands need to pay attention and ungrade some standard features. Shouldn’t have to pay $4k or more to have a well functioning bracelet. I really loved to hear your insight, and absolutely appreciate you taking your time to share your thoughts. It means a lot.
Really original watches, what have they done that so groundbreaking just made complicated watches to tell time.they are just a fashion piece just to show status that's all.We are idiots to put watchmaker on pedestal they don't deserve it,have they made a difference people lives na i don't think so.
@ some of us enjoy watches, they bring us joy, but they aren’t for everyone, and that’s ok, too. Each of us has to pursue what we enjoy. Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback.
Most people think casio is a big major brand , guess what 70% of their watches are copies . But nobody criticise cause you a big brand , you get my point ? Sheeps 🐑 care more about the history reputation status , who did what for horology than their own opinion or taste , no hope at all for these people, you just make them rich for bang average watches
@ I talk a bit about this in my Militado ML05 review. Designs we see as iconic for Timex, or Hamilton, are actually derived from older Benrus designs. I do think creating new designs is good for the industry, but I also think that all brands get inspiration from what’s come before. Thanks for your perspective!
@@AMore429 yes, absolutely it’s subjective, that’s why I was curious why you feel that way. I want to have insight into everyone’s opinions. I agree similar dials like this have been around in some forms like Grand Seiko stuff which is definitely amazing, but I genuinely think the finishing for the price is excellent here. That said, I know Addiesdive has something similar for the same or less money. I haven’t seen it in person though. Thanks for letting me know what you think. I don’t have any loyalty to the brand, I’m doing the videos for you guys, not the companies. I rather liked this one, and it’s cool when you guys do too, but I also want to know when you guys don’t. Can I ask what your favourite watch is in this price range? I might learn about a new brand.
I usually rather pay a little more and get more quality and originality. On my wrist today is my Henry Archer, that just arrived today. Very excited. It looks great and it was reasonably priced.
@ Yeah I understand. That’s been my approach, too. That said, when I decided to make more reviews, I realized it was important for me to understand all sides of the market. It’s been really fun so far. Funny you mention Henry Archer, I was checking out the Vesterhav model last week and finding myself interested. They look super nice. Hopefully I’ll get one so I can review it, and also they look like keepers. Thanks again for your insight, friend.
![This is San Martin's Best selling watch [San Martin SN0129]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/wmorm9yzzAg/mqdefault.jpg)
I have owned several of both brands, and still own three SM watches. Sorry to all those Swiss brand lovers, but SM watches are presently head and shoulders above anything Tissot make.
@@watchalot919 that’s the thing. I love Swiss watches but you have to be honest, and the truth is San Martin offers more for less money. Thanks for your feedback!
Good review. subscribed
@@SingleTrackMined thanks so much for the feedback. It’s great to hear you enjoyed it!
Nice review! Interesting comparison with the Tissot.
@@worthwhilewatches thanks so much! It’s amazing what San Martin does for the money. I still do enjoy the Tissot, too, of course. Really appreciate you taking the time to watch!
Subbed! Loved this review! Saw your page and it looks like you just started posting again after 7 months. Saw your GS review as well, hoping to see a "The Citizen AQ4100" series on your page soon!
@@wakikokwak thanks so much! Yes, I’ve posted on and off over the years but recently I decided to post consistently. I love watches and I enjoy making videos, it’s a perfect match. I also like sharing my experiences so others can benefit from them. Would love to review that Citizen! We’ll see. As for the GS review, good timing, this coming week I’m posting a “5 years later” review of it, exploring how it’s gone.
Thanks so much for your feedback and support! I appreciate it so much!
@@AutomaticReviewsOfficial Looking forward to your upcoming videos!
Woah, those macros though! I love the closeups. I even don’t mind the scratches on the Tissot under macro lens. I love the brown tones of the Militado. Excuse me while I wander over to aliE…
@@gengen811 Yeah it’s a well loved watch. Scratches happen. Though the macro lens reveals a shocking world of microscratches you never notice, normally. As for AliExpress, I don’t blame you, but watch out, doing these reviews has me browsing there way too much, on top of all the other watches I already have on my wishlist. LOL
Thanks for the interesting review. I own the watch with a red dessert dial, Picked it up for about 200 Eur on 11/11. It is a decent watch but I have 2 complaints: the NH35 movement is poorly regulated at-20 s/d( once again I will have to do it on my own like on my 3 other SMs) and the push button is still very gritty and hard to operate -,even after applying a good amount of lubrication. The finish otherwise is at least comparable to 1000+x $ watches. Would still buy it again though QC is SMs biggest issue. I own three other watches with ST1901/1908 Sea-Gull movements from other brands and they all came with a decent regulation between -2 and + 4 s/d…
@@thomasstock7634 I find most NH35s tend to be a bit inconsistent on regulation out of the box, I agree, I wish all watches came well regulated. I find the crown quite smooth on mine, but like you said it’s luck of the draw unless QC is prioritized. Really appreciate your feedback!
Thanks for your reply, it is very much appreciated. The grittiness refers to the push button on the clasp which is very stiff. Not so on my SN0116 and SN0119.
@ my pleasure! My clasp is ok too. I guess I got lucky. For the money it’s an amazing package. I’m really looking forward to what else they come up with. Will be reviewing the 0144 too, soon.
The main question for me is: Do I really want to support brand like San Martin? All their products are just homage watches to every famous model from other brands. What is their addition to watch world? Sure...a lot of brands have like 1-2 homage models and thats fine but not building their whole brand on it. Im not a rich a guy I wear affordable watches certina,tissot,hamilton and I choose to support original every single time. Nice review btw and I dont want to offend anyone its just my opinion.
@@ziro9122 it’s a really fair perspective. I dabble in homage watches because as a reviewer I have to know what’s out there. I also hear a lot of people claiming that “homage x is better than original y” so for me I want to dig in and see what truth, if any, there is to it. I’m trying to bust myths a little and give the best info I can.
In the case of San Martin, I absolutely agree but with models like the 0129 and the 0144 you can see them introducing their own aesthetic. To me, that’s admirable. I won’t be quitting my Swiss watch habit any time soon, but like I talked about in the video, I think entry level Swiss brands need to pay attention and ungrade some standard features. Shouldn’t have to pay $4k or more to have a well functioning bracelet.
I really loved to hear your insight, and absolutely appreciate you taking your time to share your thoughts. It means a lot.
Really original watches, what have they done that so groundbreaking just made complicated watches to tell time.they are just a fashion piece just to show status that's all.We are idiots to put watchmaker on pedestal they don't deserve it,have they made a difference people lives na i don't think so.
@ some of us enjoy watches, they bring us joy, but they aren’t for everyone, and that’s ok, too. Each of us has to pursue what we enjoy. Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback.
Most people think casio is a big major brand , guess what 70% of their watches are copies . But nobody criticise cause you a big brand , you get my point ? Sheeps 🐑 care more about the history reputation status , who did what for horology than their own opinion or taste , no hope at all for these people, you just make them rich for bang average watches
@ I talk a bit about this in my Militado ML05 review. Designs we see as iconic for Timex, or Hamilton, are actually derived from older Benrus designs. I do think creating new designs is good for the industry, but I also think that all brands get inspiration from what’s come before. Thanks for your perspective!
That texture dial is boring. It’s nothing special. Less is more. It’s subjective, but it’s been done before much better.
@@AMore429 yes, absolutely it’s subjective, that’s why I was curious why you feel that way. I want to have insight into everyone’s opinions. I agree similar dials like this have been around in some forms like Grand Seiko stuff which is definitely amazing, but I genuinely think the finishing for the price is excellent here. That said, I know Addiesdive has something similar for the same or less money. I haven’t seen it in person though. Thanks for letting me know what you think. I don’t have any loyalty to the brand, I’m doing the videos for you guys, not the companies. I rather liked this one, and it’s cool when you guys do too, but I also want to know when you guys don’t. Can I ask what your favourite watch is in this price range? I might learn about a new brand.
I usually rather pay a little more and get more quality and originality. On my wrist today is my Henry Archer, that just arrived today. Very excited. It looks great and it was reasonably priced.
@ Yeah I understand. That’s been my approach, too. That said, when I decided to make more reviews, I realized it was important for me to understand all sides of the market. It’s been really fun so far. Funny you mention Henry Archer, I was checking out the Vesterhav model last week and finding myself interested. They look super nice. Hopefully I’ll get one so I can review it, and also they look like keepers. Thanks again for your insight, friend.
@AMore429 and who did it better than SM ? The sand dune dial ? I'll wait
Nope.
Pass. Badly design
@@AMore429 don’t like it? Is it the dial you don’t like?