Aigi Watches Arctic DivervsSan Martin BB58

BB58
San MartinBB58

Ref. eu-warehouse-san-martin-bb58-nh35-automatic-watch-sn008c·MSRP $158

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Aigi Watches Arctic Diver at true scale

Arctic Diver

San Martin BB58 at true scale

BB58

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

11.9mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

41h

n/a

MSRP

$480

$158

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Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
11.95mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
white
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
41h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$480
$158
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Aigi Watches Arctic Diver

The Aigi Watches ARCTIC DIVER is considered a decent value for its Kickstarter price, featuring a Seiko NH35 movement and 200m water resistance. However, its 41mm case size and 49mm lug-to-lug are described as chunky by some owners, and there are questions about the long-term viability of a Kickstarter brand. Overall, owners view the Aigi Watches ARCTIC DIVER as a solid watch for its price point, with its value proposition being a key draw.

San Martin BB58

Owners rate the San Martin BB58 very highly for its build and value. Multiple owners praise the on-the-fly micro-adjust clasp as solid, functional and a standout addition, with one saying they have not seen a $1k watch that can touch it, and another calling the BB58 the superior homage to the original and "basically as close as you can get without paying Tudor prices." Owners describe it as premium rather than cheap, and one calls its quality fantastic for the price. Criticism is limited to one owner's objections to the riveted bracelet links and the logo. Overall, owners rate the San Martin BB58 as a standout value because its clasp, finishing and build punch well above its price.