The must-have Macro Loupe for all watch lovers

High-quality tribute watch with an impressive case and a solid bezel, with a pleasant, well-centered sound.
The watch exudes a sense of density that could be misleading to the blind.
I measured it at less than 5 seconds of lag per day regardless of position.
Automatic mechanical watch.



San Martin SN0017 with date on cyclops.

Automatic watch with a power reserve indicated by a small hand at 10 o'clock, small seconds, and sapphire crystal. The case is made of stainless steel and the strap is leather with a pin buckle. It measures approximately 40 mm by 11 mm.
This is an elegant bias-wound watch with an interesting complication for less than €75.
Remarkable.



Sea-Gull watch with dream power reserve.

VK63 Quartz Chronograph Watch. Stainless steel case. Sapphire crystal and intricate case. Hollow lugs. It measures approximately 40 mm by 13 mm.
It's quite heavy, even with its silicone strap.
It's a bit of a throwback, but it's a solid value.
Elegance and sportiness for less than €60.

An imposing case: Pagani YS008

The HX11 is a stainless steel (sapphire crystal) watch featuring a retrograde minute and jumping hour display on a quartz movement, all for less than €180.
Its 44 mm diameter allows it to fit a wrist larger than 18 cm, and its thickness is reasonable at 13 mm.
It's not a favorite watch for me, but I really wanted to try out these complications, and I'm satisfied.
Note that the finish is fully polished. So, I brushed the upper part of the case to give it a more discreet appearance. See photos.
Very good value for money.



A retrograde Sino-Scandinavian.

Here is an atypical watch, especially its dial
Indeed this micro brand has created a work of art on the wrist, inspired by the
The Great Wave of Kanagawa, better known as The Wave, is a famous Japanese print by the Japanese painter, ukiyo-e specialist, Hokusai, published in 1830 or 1831 during the Edo period.
The case is a Seiko 6105-8000 case from the late 60s, water-resistant 200m, 120 click unidirectional bezel, sapphire crystal, full lume dial, it has an exemplary finish and a sacred presence on the wrist.



San Martin ‘ kanagawa’

San Martin is known in the world of tribute watches for being one of the best brands, offering premium quality finishes and a very interesting quality-price ratio, with certainly a higher price than many Chinese competitors who generally range between 80 and 150 €, but quality comes at a price and this model costs around 350 €.
It is therefore obviously a strong tribute to the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5740, with a flawless construction and great beauty.
The on-board movement is a Miyota 9120, automatic and multifunction, which displays the date, day and month in addition to a 24-hour indication, all on 3 sub-dials arranged at 3/6/9 o'clock.
The only small downside is precisely this date window at 4:30 which breaks the harmony and symmetry of the dial I find.
The Dial is just incredible. Beautiful reflections in natural light, the blue is really superb (dark blue ref) and the horizontal lines as well as the San Martin logo add a very classy and controlled touch.
The bracelet is just as successful, extremely comfortable, superb with its brushed and polished finish, it greatly contributes to the beauty of this piece.
It is a very classy, chic and very comfortable watch that brings a nice touch of elegance.
As you will have understood, I am a big fan of this San Martin and it has its place in my collection next to my much more expensive Swiss watches.

A high quality tribute!

A Dive into Homage: San Martin Sub SN017-V3, the Qualitative Alternative

I must admit: I was skeptical about getting a so-called "homage" watch. The label "Chinese watch" evoked heated debates: homage or counterfeit, same fight? Chinese watches = poor quality? These clichés, often repeated, kept me at a distance for a long time. But after seeing positive reviews and reading nuanced comparisons, I decided to take the plunge.

The result? A revelation. The San Martin Sub SN017-V3, a tribute to the famous Rolex Submariner "Hulk" Ref. 116610LV, not only exceeded my expectations, but it also convinced me of the quality that these models can offer.

Impressive Execution

Case and Finishing: The 316L stainless steel case impresses upon first glance. The finishing is impeccable, with a polishing and brushing worthy of much more expensive watches. The 13 mm thickness and 40.5 mm diameter give it a balanced and comfortable presence on the wrist.

The 120-click unidirectional bezel, with its shiny ceramic ring, is remarkably precise, and the BGW-9 luminous markers cast a beautiful blue light in the dark.

Dial and Hands: The green sunray dial, while faithful to the spirit of the Submariner "Hulk", is distinguished by magnificent texturing work. The reflections in the sun are spectacular, although I personally would have preferred a more matte green for a more sober look. The applied indexes and steel hands, covered with luminous coating, are impeccable, even when viewed under a magnifying glass.

The Bracelet: This is probably one of the biggest assets of this watch. In 316L stainless steel, it combines robustness and refinement. The quick adjustment system is incredibly practical and rivals, if not surpasses, that of watches worth several times the price. This feature is a real luxury in everyday life. 

A "Tractor" Movement that Reassures: The NH35 movement from Seiko, known for its reliability and robustness, is here magnificently adjusted. My main fear was to come across a poorly adjusted caliber, but I am amazed by the precision of this watch. With minimal drift, it easily competes with my other automatic watches from more prestigious brands. 

Thoughts on "Homage" Watches: This experience opened my eyes. If we go beyond the clichés, it is clear that some "homage" watches like this San Martin Sub offer exceptional quality for a very competitive price. I had already been seduced by my Sea-Gull 1963, but this watch pushes my respect for Chinese manufacturers even further. 

Of course, I understand those who do not accept homages, but I remind you that the watch industry itself is full of inspirations and similarities between brands. After all, should you taste before judging? I tasted, and it is excellent. 

Conclusion: When Quality and Price Resonate. The San Martin SN017-V3 is not just a tribute. It is a robust, elegant and incredibly well-designed dive watch. It offers unmatched value for money, with features that are sometimes not found on much more expensive models. 

If you are curious or skeptical, I encourage you to try it. Until my next review, I will keep this watch proudly in my collection, as an example that "chinoiserie" does not always rhyme with poor quality. 

A word to the wise. 😉


A Dive into the Tribute

The San Martin Sub-007 is a dive watch from San Martin, which is known for its quality craftsmanship and value for money. They often draw inspiration from classic dive watch designs, and the "Sub" designation suggests a style reminiscent of the Rolex Submariner, a very popular and iconic model in the watch world.

The Sub-007 would likely feature a sturdy stainless steel case, water resistance suitable for diving, a unidirectional rotating bezel with a countdown function, and a screw-down crown. The watch would also feature luminescent hands and markers for visibility in low-light conditions.

San Martin watches are often praised for their build quality and value for money, with many models featuring sapphire crystal, ceramic bezel inserts, and high-quality automatic movements, all at a price that is affordable to a wide range of watch enthusiasts.

Sub-007 Japan NH35A

<p>Fond&eacute;e en <strong>1970</strong> par Philippe Saner dans le Jura suisse, la marque <strong>Saner</strong> incarne un demi-si&egrave;cle d'excellence horlog&egrave;re. Initialement sp&eacute;cialis&eacute;e dans l'assemblage de mouvements m&eacute;caniques, l'entreprise a su &eacute;voluer tout en conservant son savoir-faire artisanal. En 2020, pour c&eacute;l&eacute;brer ses 50 ans, la famille Saner a lanc&eacute; une collection exclusive de montres en &eacute;dition limit&eacute;e, marquant ainsi son entr&eacute;e sur le devant de la sc&egrave;ne horlog&egrave;re.</p>
<h3><strong>Les D&eacute;buts : Un Atelier Familial</strong></h3>
<p>Philippe Saner a &eacute;tabli son atelier &agrave; Alle, dans le Jura suisse, une r&eacute;gion r&eacute;put&eacute;e pour son expertise horlog&egrave;re. D&egrave;s le d&eacute;part, l'atelier s'est distingu&eacute; par la pr&eacute;cision de son travail, fournissant des mouvements m&eacute;caniques &agrave; des marques prestigieuses. Cette r&eacute;putation d'excellence a permis &agrave; l'entreprise de se d&eacute;velopper tout en restant fid&egrave;le &agrave; ses <strong>racines familiales</strong>.</p>
<h3><strong>L'&Eacute;volution : De la Sous-Traitance &agrave; la Cr&eacute;ation de Montres</strong></h3>
<p>Apr&egrave;s des d&eacute;cennies en tant que sous-traitant de confiance, la <strong>famille Saner </strong>a d&eacute;cid&eacute; de capitaliser sur son expertise en lan&ccedil;ant sa propre ligne de montres. Cette transition a &eacute;t&eacute; motiv&eacute;e par le d&eacute;sir de proposer des garde-temps refl&eacute;tant leur vision de l'horlogerie, alliant tradition et innovation.</p>
<h3><strong>La Collection "Heart in Light"</strong></h3>
<p>Pour c&eacute;l&eacute;brer son 50e anniversaire, Saner a d&eacute;voil&eacute; la collection <strong>"Heart in Light"</strong>. Compos&eacute;e de cinq mod&egrave;les exclusifs, chaque pi&egrave;ce est limit&eacute;e &agrave; 50 exemplaires et <strong>certifi&eacute;e par le Contr&ocirc;le Officiel Suisse des Chronom&egrave;tres (COSC)</strong>, garantissant une pr&eacute;cision exceptionnelle. Les mod&egrave;les se d&eacute;clinent avec des bracelets en cuir, m&eacute;tal ou nylon, offrant une vari&eacute;t&eacute; adapt&eacute;e aux go&ucirc;ts diversifi&eacute;s des amateurs de montres.</p>
<h3><strong>Engagement envers la Qualit&eacute; et l'Innovation</strong></h3>
<p>Saner s'engage &agrave; maintenir des <strong>standards de qualit&eacute; &eacute;lev&eacute;s</strong>. L'atelier, modernis&eacute; et bien &eacute;quip&eacute;, se sp&eacute;cialise dans l'assemblage de mouvements m&eacute;caniques, le garnissage de platines et l'embo&icirc;tage de montres, y compris celles avec complications. Cette infrastructure permet &agrave; la marque de contr&ocirc;ler chaque &eacute;tape de la production, assurant ainsi la fiabilit&eacute; et la durabilit&eacute; de ses produits.</p>
<h3><strong>Conclusion</strong></h3>
<p>La marque Saner illustre la capacit&eacute; d'une <strong>entreprise familiale</strong> &agrave; &eacute;voluer tout en pr&eacute;servant son h&eacute;ritage. En lan&ccedil;ant sa propre collection de montres, Saner a d&eacute;montr&eacute; que l'expertise accumul&eacute;e au fil des d&eacute;cennies peut servir de fondation solide pour innover et proposer des produits de haute qualit&eacute; aux passionn&eacute;s d'horlogerie.</p>
<p>Inspirez-vous des <strong>avis clients Dialicious</strong> pour choisir la montre qui vous ressemble.</p>
<p>(Mise &agrave; jour Mars 2025)</p>

<p dir="ltr">Founded in <strong>1970</strong> by Philippe Saner in the Swiss Jura, the brand <strong>Saner</strong> embodies half a century of watchmaking excellence. Initially specializing in the assembly of mechanical movements, the company has evolved while maintaining its artisanal know-how. In 2020, to celebrate its 50th anniversary, the Saner family launched an exclusive collection of limited edition watches, marking its entry onto the watchmaking scene.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">The Beginnings: A Family Workshop</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Philippe Saner established his workshop in Alle, in the Swiss Jura, a region renowned for its watchmaking expertise. From the start, the workshop stood out for the precision of its work, supplying mechanical movements to prestigious brands. This reputation for excellence has allowed the company to grow while remaining faithful to its <strong>family roots</strong>.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">The Evolution: From Subcontracting to Watch Creation</h3>
<p dir="ltr">After decades as a trusted subcontractor, the <strong>Saner family</strong> decided to capitalize on its expertise by launching its own line of watches. This transition was motivated by the desire to offer timepieces reflecting their vision of watchmaking, combining tradition and innovation.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Collection "Heart in Light"</h3>
<p dir="ltr">To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Saner unveiled the collection <strong>"Heart in Light"</strong>. Made up of five exclusive models, each piece is limited to 50 copies and <strong>certified by the &ldquo;Controle Officiel Suisse des Chronometres&rdquo; (COSC)</strong>, guaranteeing exceptional precision. The models are available with leather, metal or nylon straps, offering a variety suited to the diverse tastes of watch lovers.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Commitment to Quality and Innovation</h3>
<p dir="ltr">Saner is committed to maintaining high quality standards. The workshop, modernized and well equipped, specializes in the assembly of mechanical movements, the filling of plates and the casing of watches, including those with complications. This infrastructure allows the brand to control each stage of production, thus ensuring the reliability and durability of its products.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">Conclusion</h3>
<p dir="ltr">The Saner brand illustrates the capacity of <strong>family business</strong> to evolve while preserving its heritage. By launching its own watch collection, Saner has demonstrated that the expertise accumulated over decades can serve as a solid foundation to innovate and offer high-quality products to watch enthusiasts.</p>
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<p dir="ltr">(Updated March 2025)</p>

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