Magrette Moana Pacific Professional KaravsSan Martin Diving SN0009

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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.

Magrette Moana Pacific Professional Kara at true scale

Moana Pacific Professional Kara

San Martin Diving SN0009 at true scale

Diving SN0009

Diameter

44mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

53mm

n/a

Thickness

15.3mm

n/a

Water Resistance

500m

highest

300m

MSRP

n/a

$278

Movement

STP1-11

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Thickness
15.3mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
53mm
n/a
Lug Width
24mm
n/a
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
500m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a
Lume
SuperLuminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
STP1-11
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$278
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Reviews

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

Magrette Moana Pacific Professional Kara

Owners praise the Magrette Moana Pacific Professional Kara for its excellent value and attention to detail, highlighting the comfortable 44mm brushed steel case and high-quality lume. The watch features a Swiss STP caliber STP1-11 automatic movement and 500m water resistance. Some reviewers note the design language borrows from other brands, while one owner specifically praises the rose gold finish and grey dial. Overall, owners rate the Magrette Moana Pacific Professional Kara highly for its premium feel and value at $595.

From video reviewers

The watch offers 500m water resistance. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

San Martin Diving SN0009

Owners widely praise the San Martin Diving SN0009's stunning looks, top-notch finishing, and build quality, with one owner noting its resemblance to a Grand Seiko and another highlighting crystal clarity. The watch features an enamel dial and updated BGW-X1 lume, and the smooth caseback and bracelet contribute to comfortable daily wear. Some owners find the 44mm case to be a "thick boy" at 13mm, and a few express that its proportions and dial are less classy than alternatives, with one noting the bracelet is less refined than previous versions. One owner reported receiving a unit with scratched AR coating and encountered significant warranty claim issues. Overall, owners rate the San Martin Diving SN0009 highly for its impressive finishing and build quality at its price point.

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