Is the San Martin BB58 Worth It? In-Depth Analysis and Review

Looking for a stylish dive watch that combines elegance and affordability? Look no further! The San Martin BB58 (SN0008 G C), a homage to the Tudor Black Bay 58, offers incredible value with its stunning design and serious dive functionality.
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(37mm and with the toolless clasp included)

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In this video, I’ll take you through a complete unboxing of the San Martin BB58. I’ll explore its design, construction, and features in detail. Then, I’ll put the watch to the test in various environments to see how it performs.

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Here’s what you can expect:
Unboxing: A thorough look at the packaging and first impressions.
Awesome Studio Shots: High-quality visuals showcasing the watch.
My Opinion on the Brand: Insights into San Martin and their reputation.
Outside Shots: Showcasing the watch’s design and aesthetics in different places and lighting conditions.
Performance Tests:
Pros and Cons: An honest assessment of the watch.
Accuracy Test: Checking the timekeeping precision.
Dive Test: Evaluating its performance underwater.
35-Minute Lume Test: Testing the lume in low-light conditions.
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The Chapters:
00:00 - Intro.
00:10 - Rost me!
00:31 - San Martin reslolution.
01:10 - Contents of the review.
01:33 - Unboxing.
02:36 - But the Watch!
02:57 - Best Vacation Watch
03:22 - The Brand.
04:25 - vs a Big Gun!
04:53 - Materials and Finishing.
06:15 - The Dial and other Details.
06:48 - The Glass.
07:03 - I started talking about my eye glasses 🤷‍♂️
07:28 - Sapphire Test.
07:48 - It is LUME TIME!!!!!
08:28 - The Movement.
09:02 - Bezel Action.
09:27 - Alignment.
09:33 - Water Test.
10:24 - Saltwater is a...
10:27 - Straps Land.
11:04 - Yes or No?
11:42 - On a UV reactive strap!
12:04 - Negatives.
12:50 - Clasps Land.
13:24 - An Overtake in the Pitlane.
13:57 - My Verdict!
14:22 - Some Advice to other Brands.
14:42 - Disclaimer.
14:52 - 35 min Lume test.
14:58 - Some Random Information.
15:28 - The Specs!
16:00 - End Cards.
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[ccampbell]

I’ve got the green version a beautiful British racing green, I love it . On the bracelet front I learnt very quickly not to use the pin remover “ chisel” it’s oversized , works with split pins but gets stuck in the hole on this bracelet ! I put some wd40 on the pin holes both sides, left overnight then the screw in remover pushed the pins out no problem, not far enough though, then used a thin sewing needleto push it fully out . Once sized correctly the pins push back no problem . I discovered all this after giving up on a Glycine pin and collar bracelet months before and putting a leather strap on . I tried again with the Glycine after my above success and it also worked a treat . I hope this helps other people in difficulty like I was initially . Thanks for the review, nice to have one’s decisions backed up by people like yourself .

[RIOLOGY]

Awesome review mate, mate me laugh many times, pleasure to see your videos! 🥳

[adk]

Another banger of a review and banger of a watch. Yeah, you can’t go wrong with almost any San Martin. And now that they are doing original designs, look out watch world…

[HoracioBianchi-vy]

I'm not very interested on this specific design but the watch looks super well built and finished, would love one of those more original designs, great video! super informative and entertaining!

[RabbitWatchShop]

I was so aversive to getting a watch that, with the exception of the movement and lume, is completely Chinese made. I had preconceived notions that distorted my reality. Last year, I took a risk and got my first San Martin, an SN004 L.E.

The finishing, materials, and tight tolerances converted me. I still find it insane how my San Martin, a $230 watch, stacks up against my two Swiss Tudor dive watches. It’s that good.

If I were balling on a budget, San Martin would be my go to. Their quality supersedes anything below, around, and even above their asking prices. It’s better than my now sold Seiko SBDC101 (JDM variant of the SPB143), a $1, 200 watch.

Good review. Keep it up 👍

[Skyler.Santana]

Awesome review my friend! Seems like a fantastic watch!

[PaulSharman-ctbn]

Great watch, my 12 year old son picked this one out of their lineup & proudly tells everyone about his 'BB58 homage' ohh lah lah! Pretty sure his is 38mm & fits his g-shock baby-G wrist well after we retired the bracelet for a 007 NATO. The black one has the vintage brand font & is different to the other colours. Well worth the $.

[Paul-yuyo]

The man uploaded a video! Pause all the activities!!!!

[Jack-rc]

That dial is shimmering beautifully! How does it compare with the Seestern S435? Which one do you like more?

[moneymikz]

Oh crap I’m been using my warranty card as a coaster 😳

[t-rex-tu]

Love this one... I'm too poor right now to get one but asap I'm getting one! awesome option for a holiday watch, about the brand, impressive that there is so much interest on a Chinese homages brand that was not only close but surpass them on a moment. and that other Chinese are trying to copy them!!! 🤯man you deliver some unique style and information and entertainment I only wished you uploaded more frequently

[-nova-iw]

5 seconds in and already want to like and subscribe but just checked I already liked and I'm already subscribed 🤣 Awesome video man! you are doing some of the best videos on all YT keep it up!

[Black_Cat_]

Luckily I believe San Martin has fixed your bracelet complaints on most models.

[skipinkoreaable]

You disrespect the House of Tudor.


Disrespecting Tudor is akin to disrespecting Queen Elizabeth the 1st.


Disrespecting QE1 is akin to disrespecting Cate Blanchett.


Disrespecting CB is akin to disrespecting Australia.

Disrespecting Australia is akin to disrespecting yourself.


Disrespecting yourself is akin to punching yourself in the face.


Nice review. Nice watch.

[Dan-ii]

Saltwater is a B! 🤣 jokes apart nothing is truly 100% waterproof, water created the Great Canyon, if you want to keep it corrosion free you need to give it some maintenance. even for maritime professional equipment, awesome review man!

[Roland-ikkz]

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