STEELDIVE SD1969 Unboxing | Ploprof Inspired 1200m Dive Watch

[@WatchWitt]

Would you own an homage like this, when the Omega is SO iconic and uniquely designed? I'd love to hear your comments down below. How about a Squale homage? Check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2i8i4yIo8pneNU

[@patrickryan6065]

Greetings from Australia. Love your work. Based on your videos, I’ve just ordered a Steeldive 1970. Now I’m up for the longest wait of my life 😭

[@WatchWitt]

Thanks, Patrick! Yeah, you just need to try and forget about it, and then it’s a pleasant surprise! Enjoy your new STEELDIVE…

[@drebarthelotte5712]

I have two bronze steeldives. One is a Panerai style 500m and the other is their 1901 with 1000m. Both are big heavy watches that gives presence on your wrist. They are stunning. My heart was in my throat paying so much for a steeldive but they worth it. My favorite watches. Great review 👏 👌

[@WatchWitt]

Yes, it’s a little weird when you dive in to the top end of STEELDIVE…but they still offer value even in that category. So, do you let them patina, or do you keep them shiny?

[@drebarthelotte5712]

@@WatchWitt I sort of keep it half way. I like it to be dull. I use my fingers with water then dry. So any marks will show and give shadows. Corners get shiny.

[@WatchWitt]

Cool. I like that mix.

[@chronocommander007]

Thanks for showing the crown guard mechanism. I bought version 1 3 months ago. I got lucky and the crown guard on mine does not fall off with the crown unscrewed and pulled out all the way.

[@WatchWitt]

This one is RIGHT on the edge. It wouldn’t come out on its own, but did when fiddling with the crown. I still think I like having the option to remove it better...but maybe not. I’ll try to get one of the new ones when they come out (I have no idea when!) and maybe do a crown guard only video.

[@chronocommander007]

@@WatchWitt I suppose stem length may vary very slightly from watch to watch and that may cause the crown guard to disengage from the case.

[@WatchWitt]

@@chronocommander007 True. I wonder if the new version will focus on that measurement, incorporate longer shafts on the shroud, or a little of both?!

[@frankarmand3378]

Great channel 🏆 fabulous watch reviews… don’t stop

[@WatchWitt]

Thanks for the kind words, Frank!

[@DanaTheInsane]

Wanted one, bought one, own one. Wear it every day! And yes they fixed the crown guard.

[@WatchWitt]

Nice! STEELDIVE tends to let the public do their R&D and QC, but they always seem to come back around with the improvement. This one feels good and balances well on wrist, right?

[@DanaTheInsane]

@@WatchWitt It works for me but I like big watches. I don't even notice it. The bezel is still sloppy though, and if you spill anything under it you might need to rinse it out. And they need to put the springbar holes back further. They are disturbingly close to the edge of the case.

[@ivoshandor6859]

@@DanaTheInsaneare you a watch designer who spills liquids under the bezel?

[@DanaTheInsane]

@@ivoshandor6859 How dare I spill something. I liked the watch but its ot perfect.

[@johndudley9118]

I like it ! It's rather expensive to me , but on the other hand I get it that the watch case would need alot of mill work etc . Great review 👍 cheers 👍

[@WatchWitt]

Yes, but compared to the original it’s MUCH cheaper! This may be one of those instances where someone might want to try this one out before jumping into the original. On its own, it’s got a great feel and build quality. I’m sure it is inferior to the Omega, though.

[@TedCornish]

Really nice watch, looks like with the crown guard it could double up as a hammer. I’m teasing I like it very much

[@WatchWitt]

Haha! I almost bet it could! “Nothing but a minor scratch!”

[@PharaohMan007]

I think your right about the depth...the caseback looks like it unscrews where the original was a monoblock. Probably not 1200 m.

[@WatchWitt]

Yes, screwdown caseback. I think if anyone really wanted this as a backup to their dive computer it's more likely they would buy the original! But this is a great build for those that want the design aesthetics without spending a fortune. I've heard they've made improvements since this video/watch was released too. Did you know that STEELDIVE does make a monoblock in a different model? SD1980...I kinda want one!

[@PharaohMan007]

@@WatchWitt No! I didn't know that. Sounds cool!

[@aldojacobi6007]

I accidentally came across these whilst looking for a different TURTLE on eBAY & this PLOPROF looks sweet!Am going to have to buy one! V3 - thanks for the vid

[@WatchWitt]

I just heard from the manufacturer that version three is ready now. Not sure if you can tell how you’re getting the correct version though.

[@aldojacobi6007]

@@WatchWitt I went to web site & I can only purchase V2 or V3...from what I can tell it's only the bezel insert (closer to the real PLOPROF) which is different...

[@WatchWitt]

V2 does have a different bezel insert than V1. V3 should have the same bezel as V2…the only difference is improved machining of the crown guard shroud, from what I understand.

[@aldojacobi6007]

@@WatchWitt ..AND...there's a new ORANGE lumed dot on the V3 - that's all, I just had confirmation from them :)

[@WatchWitt]

Cool! On the bezel pip, or somewhere on the dial???

[@TheWatchCorner]

Good video! What a beast that watch is! Keep up great content! More I watch your content today more I realize need a Steeldive into my channel 😅😅😅👍

[@WatchWitt]

Thanks! They have a lot of nice pieces, and excellent price to value ratio.

[@renebense]

I wouldn't bet my house on this 1200 meter WR spec, because it seriously could do the job and probably even more. Why...? Because I have a Cronos Sea Dweller Deep Sea homage and that one was rated a 1000 meters and in the pressure tank reached 2800 meters (yes 280 bar) without problems. It went to 3000 meters, stopped, but back 'on land' it started running again. See the video for yourself here: @

[@WatchWitt]

Wow. I never really believed the resistance rating to spec, but always figured that headroom was enough to guarantee it could easily go deep enough for recreational diving.

[@christommygun2393]

@3:22 it looks like the spring bar holes are way to close the the case edge. Any comment? Also I heard the AR coating is on the outside on the crystal and not the inside and will start to flake off. any comment after use on that?

[@WatchWitt]

I didn’t have a problem with the spring bar holes, as it works well with this bracelet option. You can see a bit more detail of the end half-link at 4:04. Hmmmm. I’m not sure on the AR coating. I flipped this watch, so I don’t have any longer term wear results.

[@lpage601]

That a beautiful watch.

[@WatchWitt]

Borrowed design, but beautiful budget execution!

[@halfpastblog]

Fantastic review, my friend. 👍 👍 👍 This looks very interesting.

[@WatchWitt]

Thanks! It’s a fun watch. It actually wears smaller than it appears, based on the features on each side of the case. I mean, it IS a beast...but larger wrists can pull it off more easily.

[@valerin0]

Great review thanks

[@WatchWitt]

Glad you liked it…thanks for watching!

[@ProjectSerpo90]

Dude that literally fits your wrist perfectly. Did you end up keeping this watch? I like it but it would absolutely be too big for my 6.75” wrist.

[@WatchWitt]

Right? SOO comfortable, considering the heft. I sold it. I don't have a problem wearing homage pieces, but this case is so iconic, something just didn't feel right about wearing it. You've got me missing it , though! Maybe I'll rebuy and try again!

[@howanfung7423]

My only hesitation is whether the crown guard will fall off easily?

[@WatchWitt]

No, it’s on there SOLID when the crown is screwed in. It will come off fairly easily when unscrewed and in hacking/time setting position, though. The next round of watches manufactured are supposed to remedy this. I’m told the bronze version has already been revised.

[@TheWatchCorner]

Watching now bro, I think your right!💯💯💯🤩🤩🤩

[@WatchWitt]

I knew you'd like this one! Not a bad idea to start out with an $89 SD1970, though. This is the top price end of their offerings.

[@somewhereintimewatchreviews]

Been waiting for a decent review on one of these, nicely done was tempted to pick one up to go with the Spinnaker Hull Dumas (omega shom) would make a good pair 😁

[@WatchWitt]

Thanks! Yeah, it went a little long because there was so much to talk about, even just being a first impressions unboxing. But if someone is interested in buying, I cover a pretty good detail. Yes, this would be a great pair for the Dumas!

[@extradimensional8818]

I wish steeldive would update there watches with a steel applied logo like the new San Martin's have done to there watches I just think the steeldive printed one looks cheap and puts me off especially for an expensive model like the one you have in the video✌️🧐🇬🇧🇺🇦

[@WatchWitt]

I think that would be a great look. They are starting to realize (most) people love their logo, so I wouldn’t be surprised if they kick it up a notch, like your idea.

[@PocketUau]

I’m having such a hard time understanding how that crown shroud stays put when screwed down

[@WatchWitt]

And it’s hard to explain, but it DOES stay put. Basically, there’s a nipple on the end of crown that goes into a channel on the shroud. As the crown is tightened the nipple is forced so slightly towards a narrower section of that channel/trough. That tension, combined with the studs on the shroud that enter the case body form a bond…there is no more space for it to move/wiggle etc. It’s pretty cool engineering!

[@dado380]

Thi watch has three main function,it tells the time, it's a dive watch and it can be huge self defense cold weapon!!

[@WatchWitt]

You forgot the fourth…boat anchor!

[@scottsodyssey2485]

Good looking watch for the price point. Great review as always.

[@WatchWitt]

It’s got a really solid feel to it...great proportions.

[@Dronetothetop]

What about the timegrapher?

[@WatchWitt]

I don’t have a timegrapher. I usually announce the accuracy, from hand timing, during a full review…but this watch was flipped…not worn for review.

[@GinkgoJoe]

Classic!! 👍

[@WatchWitt]

Great build in this homage…

[@egopfe]

how to reduce the shark mesh bracelet?

[@WatchWitt]

It’s a bitch. You have to cut the mesh, from what I understand. But I don’t have first hand experience with it.

[@williamstalvey6920]

Great Review on this Watch; which watch from Steeldive do you like the best? Bill Atl Ga

[@WatchWitt]

I actually like the SD1970 best. I think it’s just done pretty damn well, especially for the price!

[@williamstalvey6920]

@@WatchWitt I appreciate it....I will check it out 4 Sure!!

[@WatchWitt]

@@williamstalvey6920 Here’s a shorter review on that piece: kzbin.info/www/bejne/joqbZXt7jJp7mtk

[@williamstalvey6920]

@@WatchWitt ok thanks, I was just watching one where the guy changed out band but talked very highly of the watch. I like that Blue Bezel and dial! Thanks, Bill Atl Ga

[@yermanoh]

thats a lot of play in the bezel, great looking watch though

[@WatchWitt]

It does look like it in the video, but it didn’t strike me as abnormal at the time...still doesn’t...especially for a bi-directional. It’s a beaut!!!

[@andreykornev2789]

Привет из России! Спасибо за Ваш обзор!🤝 Процветания Вашему каналу!

[@WatchWitt]

Я рад, что вам понравился просмотр и обзор... спасибо за добрые слова!

[@villagranvicent]

Great review... That crown guard won't last a week of everyday use. I wouldn't trust it as a backup mechanical instrument to my Cressi computer, not even for 15m dives, I rather go with my Helm Komodo which is ISO 6425 tested. However, for desk driving, and until that crown lasts, it is cool.

[@WatchWitt]

The crown guard is sturdy, and firmly planted against the case. It's not going anywhere. I couldn't explain it well enough. However, I can understand not wanting to trust it as a backup to a dive computer. I think in the end, even though these watches are labeled for deep dives, we're all interested in them for desk diving...like you mention!

[@rodpanhard]

I'd have concerns about losing that crown guard, it looks like something that could easily fall off one day.

[@WatchWitt]

Well, like I mentioned in the video, they have addressed that moving forward. But I will say that with the crown screwed in, that sucker doesn’t budge. No play, wobble, movement, etc. I don’t think I explained it well enough, as I was experiencing it for the first time as well, but the nub on the end of the crown moves closer to the center of the hole on the shroud as you screw it in. So the nub is tight in that hole, pulling the shroud taught against the watch case. I’ve got confidence the shroud isn’t going anywhere while the crown is screwed in. I would be interested to compare this variation to the new stock, though.

[@villagranvicent]

@@WatchWitt I just don't see what stops that crown to fall off. It is not screwed, or secure by anything. It will fall eventually.

[@WatchWitt]

@@villagranvicent Engineering. I did a poor job of explaining it in the video. If you go back and look, though, there's a valley/trough on the inside of the crown shroud, which gets narrower. The crown has a nipple on the end that rests in that shroud trough. The crown stem is at a slight angle, so when it is screwed in against the case the nipple travels to the tighter section of the shroud trough. This pushes it to favor one of the two "legs" that insert into the side of the case, and simultaneously inward towards the case. The "legs" are milled so tightly that the combination of the nipple resting firmly in the narrow section of the shroud trough, and the downward (or upward) force against one of those legs plants the shroud firmly in place. I couldn't rip it off if I tried. It's weird, I know. So, their improved version just extended the "legs" a little, I believe, so there was no extra room for the shroud to become disconnected when the crown is pulled all the way out. Also, you can see rubber gaskets on the crown stem in the video, so there is also a seal process going on.

[@SuperBANDIT68]

lo que no me gusta mucho es el hecho de que trae el mismo movimiento que uno de 100.00$ deberían por lo menos en estos modelos más caros como estas más opciones de movimiento sin restar merito al nh35a saludos desde puerto rico

[@WatchWitt]

Sí, sería genial ver al menos un movimiento de la serie Miyota 9000 en el interior. Probablemente sea demasiado pedir un movimiento suizo, ya que elevaría el precio demasiado. Creo que estamos pagando por la caja, la esfera y el émbolo del bisel en este ejemplo. El movimiento es secundario para mantener el precio más bajo.

[@SuperBANDIT68]

@@WatchWitt podrían usar pt5000 es una opción

[@WatchWitt]

Verdadero. Algunas de las otras marcas chinas ofrecen ese movimiento como opción.

[@whiteglovewatches9908]

Man that thing is massive and cool! Is the bezel as sloppy as it looks though? Seems to have a heck of a lot of play even when the button isn’t depressed.

[@WatchWitt]

I don’t think it is. Another viewer commented on that as well. It doesn’t strike me as excessive, but maybe we differ. I was moving it pretty aggressively, though, to demonstrate the locking feature. This thing rocks! It wears surprisingly much smaller than the beast it is!

[@whiteglovewatches9908]

@@WatchWitt gotcha, thanks bud!

[@ColtSievers1000]

I reckon she will go down 1200mtrs like it says it does

[@WatchWitt]

Haha! You go first. I'll pull it off your wrist when you float up! 😂

[@ColtSievers1000]

@WatchWitt that's were a fishing rod comes in with a good deep spool Shimano preferably lol 😂🤣 up there for thinking down there well we'll leave that to your imagination 🤭😂🤣

[@david_100]

🏆

[@WatchWitt]

Thanks! It’s a beautiful homage!

[@CoreyBrass]

I like it but I just can bring myself to spend $500 with some of the QC mistakes I see.

[@WatchWitt]

I’m with you. But with the future improved crown shroud, and if they improved the bracelet (clasp), AND you can snag it for around $400….I think it’s a good piece. Lot of variables need to come together there!

[@CoreyBrass]

@@WatchWitt I was looking at the bronze version and it is $500. The SS is about $350. I was looking for a watch with a lot of bronze to do an aggressive forced patina on it...but I'll have to wait for the price to drop I guess. I though that watch in bronze would look awesome if it look like it was pulled up from the Titanic.

[@WatchWitt]

That’s true. I was told the bronze version already has the improved engineering of the crown shroud. The SD1948S might look good full Titanic too!

[@CoreyBrass]

100% agree with the SD1948. That looks like something that one of those old-school wreckage divers might have worn. I'm leaning that way but trying to be patient to see if it will drop to the $230ish USD price range.

[@henryperez606]

@@CoreyBrass Check out San Martin watches

[@darrenfry4695]

A couple of watch guys get one of these and all of a sudden they're the watch to go for lol imo it's ugly you need flippers and goggles to go with the watch

[@WatchWitt]

Haha! Definitely has a unique look out of the water and away from a wetsuit. And absolutely seems to be a love it or hate it piece. For me, the original is so iconic, and it’s such a unique design, that I knew I wouldn’t wear this homage. I flipped this one.

[@darrenfry4695]

@@WatchWitt yes a few guys from the watch world ,like p.thorpe and co rocked this watch a few months back and I said then and there that this will get a revival of sorts , people with big wrists it's a watch to go for but really where would it best be suited like a sub you can wear up or down to a wedding or the local pub but this thing it's just too tool like to be fashionable lol glad you flipped it lol

[@WatchWitt]

Some people, myself included, like funky watches though! This one fits the bill! Definitely not fashion versatile, like you mention.

[@wrenagade23]

Inspired???

[@WatchWitt]

Homage. Copy. Poor man's version. You can call it what you want....😂

[@villagranvicent]

@@WatchWitt I would say it is a "Clomage" LOL wonder what happen with that crown guard, I still don't understand how it holds in place!!!

[@WatchWitt]

@@villagranvicent I like that too! The crown engineering is pretty slick. It’s hard to explain in text, but as the crown screws in it travels up (or down, I can’t remember) just ever so slightly. As it does that, the nub on the tip moves tighter into a trough that also gets smaller. That, in combination with the shroud forks inserted into the case, keep it locked in place with three points of contact.

[@mallucka5358]

What an overpriced piece of junk. Nh35 movement and crappy crown guard for $349usd!

[@WatchWitt]

What movement would you prefer in it, if the crown guard were to your liking?

[@mallucka5358]

@@WatchWitt I'm just saying it's very overpriced for an unoriginal copy or homage watch.

[@WatchWitt]

Yeah, they’re not for everyone. Others, though, can’t afford the original piece and would like to experience the design features and look/feel, even though it’s not the real deal. For the level of detail this homage features, and build quality, I think it’s a great piece. But I can appreciate your stance, too.

[@mallucka5358]

@@WatchWitt Miyota 9 series would be perfect.

[@WatchWitt]

Yeah, I'm diggin' seeing more high beat Miyotas replacing NH35, due to the shortage (or not). I like them both, but a Miyota 9015 would kick this watch up a touch. Great suggestion. Thanks for commenting.

[@greekwatchreviews9546]

Nice review, good jop man but the quality of the watch is a joke..crown guard flips, perceptible bezel back play, pressed clasp.. disappointed

[@WatchWitt]

Thanks for the compliment. The items you mention are of concern (bezel backplay wasn’t flagged by me, though) and definitely don’t hold up to the high standards of the original watch this is paying homage to. But, as a budget watch, I think this is a solid build. If you felt it in your hands and on your wrist, you might also come to that conclusion. Or not…it’s all subjective! Thanks for watching!

[@muckshifter]

err, no, not for me. 🤷‍♂️

[@WatchWitt]

??? I know you’ve got large wrists. TOO big? Or just not an appealing look for you?

[@muckshifter]

@@WatchWitt one word, fugly. ;-)

[@WatchWitt]

Haha! Thanks for holding back! But that’s so cool that you watched the video of a fugly piece...thanks so much! I might have to try and find something fuglier for you!

[@deanivan3951]

Ugly case prefer the round case

[@WatchWitt]

Yeah, this seems to be a love it or hate it case design. I actually like it, even more after seeing it in person.