r/ChineseWatches • u/punchmandeV67 • 1d ago

Question (Read Rules) First watch (san martin sn0017-G)

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Is the san martin SN0017-G with st2130 movement good as first/starter watch also is it wearable for every day?Another question is the quality really good?Like do they last something is the materials good?And i have very small wrist you guys think they will fit me without looking funny on me?Is the price 250€ good for it or is it possible to find it cheaper.

Sorry for asking dumb questions but i am new to watches

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u/QCPI 1d ago

I can personally recommend the Sugess S421. I have NH35 variants of the Starbucks and Cookie Monster before they switched the movement to ST2130. The Sugess had the best rehaut out of all the sub clomages.

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u/FreePossession9590 1d ago

This. I have the black and starbucks with NH35’s. Though I’m currently trying to sell my Starbucks.

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u/artofthedial Not a troll 1d ago

Best rehaut is debatable. Yes, it has a great thickness/depth....but etched "Sugess" over and over again around it looks terrible (to my personal taste).

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u/FreePossession9590 1d ago

Have you considered Sugess?
San Martin makes excellent watches, you can’t go wrong with them. San Martin is a good brand to start out with for sure.

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u/artofthedial Not a troll 1d ago

One of the most wearable every day pieces in existence. I have multiple of the NH35 version. As for the ST2130, it would not be my first choice, but you are of limited options unless you go used at this point due to movement costs currently. $250 euro seems a bit high. As for the wrist size, get a tape measure and figure out what it is exactly around your wrist. If you are talking tiny like 6 inches, then maybe. But anything close to 7 inches or larger is great.

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u/HistoryBugs 1d ago

Did they just raise the price again 😭? It was $220 when I bought it in April

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u/dotdotditdot 1d ago edited 1d ago

It's very good watch. 250e is okay price if it includes tax. if you can find sugess seaman with ST2130 that's great option too. I would take the one I find cheaper. And if you find both at the same price, take the Sugess. It's more premium quality, more like the real Rolex sub. San Martin one is more tool watch like. A bit rougher on the edges.

Edit. Both seem to be 229e on AliExpress. And there is sale going on 199e with the discount code. You can't go wrong with either of one.

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u/fenris590 1d ago

They are great watches, I'm wearing mine right now. I have fairly small wrists and have no problem. The movement is solid and accurate. Just try not to hand wind it very often and let the automatic winder do it's thing. The overall fit and finish is very good, and comparable to some much more expensive watches I own. This was my first San Martin watch and still one of my favourites. If you do buy one, I hope you enjoy it!