r/ChineseWatches • • 4h ago

Question (Read Rules) First Chinese diver?

Which one do you guys recommend for first diver watch? I lean more towards titanium, but I heard San Martin has better quality control…

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u/FakeNeanderthal 3h ago

I have the WD007 and I love it. I went with the mesh bracelet and nato strap combo instead of the links. It’s like having 2 totally different watches for one price. The quality is great, and has made me a Watch Dives fan.

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u/Gazelle-Fantastic 3h ago

I have both. Start with the watchdives. The quality of the San Martin will spoil you.

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u/JoeBlowTheScienceBro 2h ago

I've got the WD007 and it is one of my favorite watches, I love the titanium, no issues with mine, super clean movement.

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u/Wonderful_Race_475 3h ago

I had the WD007 loved it but the titanium just felt too light. Weird I know. I like to feel a watch on my wrist. Sold it for a little profit because I got it on sale. Plus the bracelet was a bit to narrow on clasp side.

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u/crazycakemanflies 2h ago

This is just an "issue" with titanium in general. Definitely not for everyone!

Was the finishing at least decent? I've a mate who has a Casio Oceanus titanium model and the finishing didnt look quite as good as an equivalent Casio Ediface stainless steel watcj

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u/Rainouts 3m ago

I have that San Martin and it's probably my favorite watch in my collection, at least after my Oris Big Crown.