San Martin Sub Diver SN017vsOrient Diver Watch

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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.

San Martin Sub Diver SN017 at true scale

Sub Diver SN017

Orient Diver Watch at true scale

Diver Watch

Diameter

40.5mm

41.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

13mm

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

40h

MSRP

$161

lowest

$285

Movement

Seiko NH35

Orient F6922

Case

3 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
41.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Orient F6922
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$161
$285
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Reviews

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

San Martin Sub Diver SN017

Owners widely praise the San Martin SN017 for its superb finishing and value, with many noting its impressive build quality for the price. Some owners report exceptional timekeeping and lume, while others find the case and bracelet edges sharp, causing discomfort. Recent V3 units have shown date window misalignment issues, a departure from earlier versions. One owner found the bezel action to be poor, though another confirmed flawless performance on multiple scuba dives. Overall, owners rate the San Martin SN017 highly for its impressive finishing and features at a low price point.

Orient Diver Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Diver Watch for its striking dial colors, particularly the red variant, and its overall attractive design for the price point. Reviewers note its solid build quality, comfortable bracelet that is considered superior to other Orient lines, and applied indices with excellent lume. The watch features an automatic Orient F6922 movement and 200m water resistance within a 41.5mm case. Some owners report play in the bezel, a characteristic trait of affordable Orient divers. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Diver Watch highly for its exceptional value and appealing design for under $300.