Is Sinn a good watch brand?

Sinn is best known for its chronographs but, in 2005, it made one helluva dive watch. The U1 was notable for eschewing traditional stainless steel for steel used in the making of submarines, which the brand maintains is more resistant to seawater than stainless steel normally used in watchmaking.

Are Sinn watches Swiss made?

The clocks and watches were produced according to pilot Helmut Sinn’s specifications in the private label sector in Switzerland.

Why are Sinn watches so popular?

By selling directly to customers, Sinn was able to keep their prices lower than the competition’s, while maintaining the same level of quality. By the early 90s, the company was little known outside of Germany and Switzerland, although it was well regarded by those who were familiar with Sinn timepieces.

Who owns Sinn watch?

Lothar Schmidt has owned Sinn since 1994. Since then, he’s led the company through unprecedented growth and technological development that has placed the Frankfurt-based brand in the upper echelon of German manufactories.

Are Sinn watches waterproof?

The Sinn U50 is a 500-meter water resistant dive watch. Made of German submarine steel with a special surface hardening called Tegiment, the U50 is 41mm across, 11.15mm thick, and 47mm lug to lug.

What movements do Sinn watches use?

As is common to a lot of Sinn’s designs, dial text is kept at the absolute minimum, and the 105 looks rugged, modern, and undeniably Sinn-ish. Both models make use of automatic Sellita movements, with the day/date execution employing the SW 220-1 and the UTC-spec opting for the SW 330-1.

How do you pronounce Sinn watches?

NewWatchTime said: And I guess the consensus is…. it’s pronounced “Enjoy your Sinn!” Hear, hear, NewWatchTime! :-! We “SINNers” can just relax, wear and enjoy our Sinn watches and enjoy the fellowship of fellow “SINNers” here on the forum!

How do you wind a Sinn watch?

Winding the watch (crown position 1) The crown is screwed down (crown position 0). To loosen the crown, turn it counter-clockwise (crown position 1). The movement is wound manually by turning the crown clockwise.

Does Sinn regulate their watches?

We only use the highest quality products provided by Swiss movement manufacturers in Sinn watches. Basically all these movements can be regulated as chronometers. If desired, our watches can be given a fine-adjustment, i.e. they are of chronometer quality, but are supplied without a certificate.

How long has Sinn watches been around?

Helmut Sinn founded ‘Helmut Sinn Spezialuhren’ in Frankfurt in 1961. Sinn was a former World War II pilot and an instructor for blind flight. He used his knowledge of aviation to manufacture navigation clocks and pilot chronographs. The pilot’s watch is still one of the brand’s most popular styles today.

Does Sinn make their own cases?

Sächsische Uhrentechnologie GmbH Glashütte SUG also offers small-scale production runs, including design, CNC production, finishing and assembly. The production chain ends with a completely assembled case. All products are manufactured with the utmost precision and guarantee the highest quality.

What grade of movement does Sinn use?

The Movement: SW 220-1 The Sinn 104 is actually powered by the Sellita caliber SW 220-1 movement.

Why choose a Sinn Spezialuhren watch?

Pressure and water resistance: Sinn Spezialuhren watches are certified by independent institutes according to existing standards and guidelines in order to document their suitability for professional use and ensure the company’s commitment to quality.

What happened to Helmut Sinn’s Watch Company?

In 1994, Helmut Sinn sold the company to Lothar Schmidt. Following the sale, he acquired Swiss watchmaker Guinand in 1996. In 1998, he set up a new company in Frankfurt am Main. With this company, he offered brand watches from Jubilar, Chronosport and the newly acquired Guinand. In 2006, he retired from business activity.

What is a Spezialuhren watch?

Sinn Spezialuhren stands for highly functional mechanical watches. Our pilot watches, diving watches, chronographs and Mission Timer ( Einsatzzeitmesser / EZM) are designed to impress not only pilots, divers, and the German federal police special force GSG 9 (Grenzschutzgruppe 9).