It's me, I'm the cousin. The 104 has been my daily driver for the 6 years since I bought it from ya Teddy. So glad we have this story, and the watch has grown with us over the years. Perfect watch for me, and I've had it for the majority of my professional pilot career. Love ya cuz!
0 - +2 secs is remarkable, as is the the entire watch. Hats off to Sinn. Amendment: No need to apologize for telling your story with this watch (model), instead of simply reviewing it. Even though you did provide a lot of technical data points and measurements in the video. The emotional perspective of owning a watch is an important aspect, after you you bought it based on technical data points. In my opinion you perfectly offered this perspective, based on your experience with this watch. Thank you Teddy.
No idea where you got -2/+2 sec accuracy figure from, but the Sinn 104 uses a Sellita SW220-1 and even if Sinn does regulate it themselves it'll probably only get -4/+4 sec accuracy
@@brittle1 At 09:22 Teddy mentions that he measured this 104 to run 0/+2 and shortly before that talsk about his experience with movements adjusted by Sinn to run at better rates than those quoted by Sellita. I do get you point though, watch companies that just buy the movements and case them up, can just deliver to the level that Sellita regulates.
@@hannesprassl7132 it's one thing to test one watch at one point in time. It is another thing to give a manufacturer's accuracy spec warranty tested across every single timepiece released within a model, which to my knowledge, Sinn does not do such a thing because manufacturer tolerance and variance exists. Teddy and others reporting 2 second accuracy per day could have just gotten lucky with a good batch of Sellita movements.
@@brittle1 dude, one of the orient bambinos teddy reviewed has an accuracy of +2 second a day. That's probably an anomaly, but it's normal for a watch to run much more accurate than the claimed accuracy
Teddy, I appreciate that you have shown so much love for Sinn watches over the years when you have never been an authorized retailer of the brand. It demonstrates your true passion for the hobby.
To my knowledge, I think there’s only one US AD (Watchbuys in North Carolina), and only one AD service provider (that watchmaker Pennsylvania whose name escapes me at the moment). I mainly sold my Sinn 103 due to future service costs and turnaround.
@@g.shumway5925That is correct. And the official AD that covers warranty repairs (though they didn't do them cleanly when I've used them two times in the past) would be RGM.
Hamilton khaki auto 38: 3x Hamilton khaki navy scuba: 2x Tudor Heritage Chrono: 2x Tudor BB58 blue: 2x Oris Divers 65: 2x Calls to my therapist today: not enough times.
I've had my eye on the Hamilton Khaki Auto recently. I'm glad to hear it's a watch you've repeatedly come back to, but why did you have to keep coming back to it? Were they gifts for other people, or have you worn them for so many years that they gave out and had to be fully replaced?
Just buy the diver you *really* want (that's what I suspect is going on here: you actually want something more expensive like a Sub, Seamaster, or 50 Fathoms and keep buying and selling and then buying again these "placeholder" watches). Just save for however long it takes and buy the diver you really want.
I purchased my white dial Sinn 104 almost 3 years ago after watching as many reviews as I could. It has since been a corner stone of my collection and it is not going anywhere now. I actually tried to put it for sale, a bit because it was a period when I was wearing it less but also as an experiment to see what kind of interest it would get. As soon as I got into the conversation with a potential buyer, I just took a 180° turn. The idea of selling just felt like a mistake. It's been everywhere with me, is showing definite signs of use, keeps remarkable time and gives me joy to wear every time. I nickname it "my ol'buddy Sinn". Incidentally, I purchased a 556 5 days ago, and this little guy is just on the same route as its older sibling. Great video, I am 100% with you on this watch, happy for you that you finally got it back!
Nice backstory to this watch. As a Sinn user for nearly 40 years now (mostly with a handwound 103 St) I can feel what you were missing: a decent no-nonsense tool that has a good quality and a prize tag that makes you really use it. Enjoy your 104 and thanks for all the interesting videos!
I absolutely endorse this type of video, Teddy. Watches are so much more than their dials, movements and case design. They're about the stories, the adventures, and the life lessons they represent, and I love hearing about them! Make more of these if you can!
No need to apologize. Its an honest review, honest video. We need more authenticity in the world today, and this is great. I would love to see this watch in all-satin or tegimented steel though. Its the best all-around watch that Sinn makes.
Love that you shared about your personal connection to the watch. Very nice blend of tech specs plus your personal sentiment. Towards the end of the video, just before your apology to those looking for something more technical, I found myself thinking - Teddy is a great story teller and it's nice hearing a little about his story. Thanks for sharing!
I love my Sinn 104 ST SA A !!! It was a big purchase for me. I bought it to mark being in remission a second time. It's on my wrist unless I'm wearing a beater when I'm working in the garage.
I bought the Omega Speedmaster twice. I grew bored of it the first time around and then missed it terribly!!!! It's such a classic, goes with anything and is the quintessential "strap monster." It will never leave my collection now.
Teddy your romantic treatment rather than a purely sterile review of these watches is appreciated. We watch collectors whatever our budget are a bit touched in the head. No one needs one yet our desire for them is so strong. It’s not logical. It’s something else. It’s something in the heart that we ponder in our head. I like specs but the stories are even greater. I just picked one up on line for 1250. What a score. Got a great deal and can’t wait to get it on my wrist. It’s got a black dial and I’ve been wanting for a black dial although I can see why you are so drawn to the white. Enjoy.
LOVE the design of the hands on this Sinn. It's such a simple thing, yet it's amazing how often watchmakers miss the opportunity to do a memorable hand design.
I have never heard a more eloquently captivating presentation. Thoughtfully produced with a wealth of technical information, delivered expertly! I cant wait to rewatch this several more times. Such a good watch! Thank you Teddy
Hey Teddy, I absolutely love your watch reviews-you’re always showcasing some incredible timepieces! I have a suggestion that I think could add something special to your videos. How about including a short segment, maybe thirty seconds to a minute, where we can just listen to the mechanical sounds of the watches? Hearing the crown winding, the ticking of the movement, and the click of the pushers would be such a satisfying ASMR experience. I think it would really enhance the enjoyment of your reviews!
Such a good looking watch. Kinda want one now, thanks lol. Also, regarding the final words of this video, I would actually enjoy hearing more stories about your watch collecting journey, Teddy.
I'm planning on buying my first really serious watch in a few months' time, and my current frontrunner is the Sinn 556 - I've been watching your videos about yours, and it's great to hear you talk again about your love for the Sinn brand. Thanks for another great video!
No need to apologise, the more personal touch is appreciated. I've owned the black dial version for a couple of years now and it's one of the main stalwarts in my collection; solid, elegant and reliable. I've even been thinking about getting the white dial as well just because I love the 104 so much!
Hey Teddy B. Jason H. here from N.J. Another excellent video made even better by your personal thoughts and feeling about a particular timepiece. Please keep up the great work. I hope your store is doing well. Best to You and Yours.
I loved how you weaved your personal journey into the description of the watch. It is because of your video of Sinn 556 that purchased my own 556-A-RS. I too have created memories with family with this watch. Thank you for sharing your personal experiences with us.
The Sinn 556a was my first “nice” watch. I still love it to this day and it will never leave my collection. Thanks for continuing to highlight this brand, which is an enthusiast favorite for good reason.
Love hearing about your personal experiences with watches. Like you said, obtaining watches is a purely emotional pursuit so hearing your story and connection is very interesting and fun!
I’m reminded of the movie Moneyball and the quote when Brad Pitt says how can you not be romantic about baseball? This was an insightful and intimate look at a beautiful watch and a great collector. I really enjoyed it. Thank you.
Gorgeous watch! I confess that I’d rather have a count-up bezel instead of account-down, but I don’t think that would keep me from buying the watch. I’d love it if they put this clasp on the 556!
Sinn-THE tool watch! I have an 857 UTC and soon will add a UX. My old Subby stays in a box and when I want to dress a bit better I put on my Grand Seiko Spring Drive. But-The Sinn is my no-nonsense watch. Form follows function! Total Bauhaus!
I actually love the backstory about you owning the watch and buying it again. Like many others, I find this more appealing than hearing about the specs. Well done Teddy. This is why I watch your videos more than any other watch reviewer. More of these types of videos would be awesome.
Thank you for sharing your personal experience; one of the reasons why I follow you is because you are a collector by emotion and logic, not for pure business. And yes, I’ll look for a 104 (I shouldn’t, I already have more than what I can wear, but… anyway…)
Nice review, nice rumination. I much more appreciate this sort of chat from a collector than a clinical review. Congratulations with the Sinn, it's a cracking watch I've eyed myself many a times. One of my favourites of the brand. To be honest, my own journey has been one of constant and painstaking upgrades. My SARB033 has turned into an SGBX265 Grand Seiko, and the whole slew of dive watches I've owned, both from Seiko (SKX007, SKX009, Baby Tuna, Mini Turtle, Stargate, Uemura, Slim Turtle, and some of those twice) and from smaller brands like Yema and Baltic have all disappeared when I recently bought a Marinemaster SJE099. I thought I was done with tool watches as my collection drifted into ever dressier territory. There's Cartier, Grand Seiko, The Citizen, Nomos, an UG Ferrovie dello Stato Mk II, and even Kurono Tokyo, but when I strapped that SJE099 on it gave me an odd sense of perfection. It may be a honeymoon phase, but I struggle to think of a reason to wear anything else. I rotate through my watches, but I find myself thinking about the Marinemaster and it's gloriously compact 39mm case. I've had a love affair with Seiko since 2007, when I dumped a Speedy Reduced that kept on breaking in favour of an unremarkable titanium Seiko chronograph that would not quit or budge, regardless of the abuse I put it through, and this thing is a nice culmination of that connection to the brand. It's not entirely full circle, but close enough to understand where you're coming from here.
Really great video Teddy. The storytelling is just as interesting, if not more, than the straight up reviews. These things we wear on our wrists are about so much more than specs.
I love the white dial so much I just bought a Sinn U2.W EZM5! It's a big, bulky dive watch that I can't stop staring at. I really appreciate hearing the personal story behind your watches. Keep it up!
Got this as a wedding gift from my wife, black dial and the old clasp version. This is getting the most time on my wrist time for sure. Love this watch.
I also own the 104 white dial, but with the leather strap. It makes for an unassuming travel watch, and most people (thieves especially) don’t give it a second look. While I prefer my Omega Aqua Terra GMT when traveling, there are places you don’t want the local yearly salary on your wrist.
no need to ever apologize Teddy! great storytelling is what makes this whole thing interesting, specs are found everywhere. maybe more story on the pilot as well!
I bought my first Sinn, the T50 a couple months ago and absolutely love it. Like you my Sinn doesn't quite fit the rest of my collection, but there's something so undeniably cool about it!
loved hearing the back story. In fact, one of your videos helped inspire me to buy a 104 (along with a number of other factors) and I absolutely love it! I bought it for a special occasion and have loved it for a few years. Looking forward to the next time I get to Germany to buy another Sinn. Also, loving my Marathon that I bought from you. - A loyal Canadian follower
Always good to hear a story Teddy . After all , what else do we have if we don’t have stories to tell . Keep up the good work , All the best , Chris Gilling .
I just bought my first mechanical - a Sinn U2 SDR. I love the submarine steel and the overbuilt 2000M depth rating. It’s a bulky watch but being a bigger man, I really think it suits my wrist perfectly.
I've recently began my obsession as a watch collector. And i must say- out of all the luxury brands I've been researching, for me the amzwatch's watches are the most intriguing.
Never really thought about a Sinn but this watch is beautiful. On another note. I turned my brother on to your channel/content and he recently purchased. Mido for you. Cheers from Boston and keep the content coming.
Just received mine in mint condition. Absolute beauty. Thank you for introducing it to us. I was looking at so many other brands until I came across your vidoe and found a mint condition on ebay in Japan. It's gorgeous. ❤ I recently relocated to OH so I'm planning on visiting your store one of these days.
Love this…the Sinn 104 anthracite dial was my first truly great watch. It is my adventure watch, and has been all over the crazies and bridger mountain ranges in Montana. It’s been in countless alpine lake plunges, and has accompanied me in catching hundreds of high altitude trout. One of the best adventure watches out there! And it just looks plain great
Teddy, your backstory is what gives this video soul; otherwise, it’s just a spec sheet with moving pictures. The Sinn 104 is such a versatile piece. I’ve paired my Sinn 104 I St Sa with Tropic, leather, nylon, and cork straps with polished hardware. It looks great on all of them! That new bracelet looks like a great upgrade!
Totally recognize what you are saying! I had that with my Patek 5960G. I sold the watch in 2021 and always thought to myself, why did I do that? I tried to resist my sellers remorse for 2 years and bought a few others in between, but I always kept thinking of my beautiful Patek 5960G. It’s so versatile and has really all the functions I need. So later in 2023 I decided to sell a couple of my watches and bought the 5960G again (this time a 1 year younger version than my original one). To date I still am happy I made that choice as I will probably not sell my 5960G for a looooooong time!☺️ I also lost a few thousand dollars due to this remorse stupidity, but let’s not talk about that😂🤦🏻♂️
I own a U50 with fully tegimented case. Yesterday I slammed it into the door frame of an elevator while I was carrying heavy bar tables. It didn't sound good and I was affraid to have damaged it in the process. I inspected the watch, but couldn't find anything. Nothing. Not even a slight blemish. This watch looks, like nothing happend and fresh out of the box. Since that moment I'm simply in awe. I couldn't love this damn thing more. It's going nowhere. Sinn really does make great watches. They are the G Shock of german watches!
Awesome Teddy. The delivery of yours is well prepared and a pleasure to listen to. You are my number 1 go to watch enthusiast from the beginning like 18 months ago. Cheers and great work!
I had the Black Sinn 104. I bought it when they could still be had for about $1200. It really is a one-and-done watch. The best part for me was the super-detailed minute track and the syringe hands - it felt really precise for time keeping. The lume was also excellent and as good as any mid-range Seiko. The only real negatives was that the clasp was pressed and felt cheap (but the links were amazing) and the day wheel was very slightly tilted.
Love this watch! One of my favorites in my collection. My only gripes... I wish it was a bit more legible. My older eyes has hard time seeing white on white. Also, I wish the lume lasted longer. Besides that, I love everything about this watch.The action on the bezel is on bearings, I think and it feels like it. Good decision, Teddy!
I bought the 104 with arabic numerals last year after watching videos about Sinn from this channel. It really is striking in person and I just love it. The only disappointment was that mine had a steel rotor as opposed to the “gold” rotor seen here… Don’t know why that was and it’s a minor detail, but would have liked the style seen here!
Teddy please do more personal aspects when you review watches. I love hearing your personal stories related to your collection. I know you’re hesitant to share your actual SOTC, but as a fan of not just watches but of YOU, I really hope one day you can do it 🙏
This is the one watch I have purchased twice as well! I originally had a black dial version that felt too boring, so I eventually got the metallic green dial version instead.
I recently added the Sinn 1746 Porcelain Adler (handpainted Coat of Arms of Frankfurt) to my collection. The dial is absolutely beautiful. I also own the Sinn 6068 B Frankfurt Dual Time Zone & the Sinn U50...both fantastic watches.
It's me, I'm the cousin. The 104 has been my daily driver for the 6 years since I bought it from ya Teddy. So glad we have this story, and the watch has grown with us over the years. Perfect watch for me, and I've had it for the majority of my professional pilot career. Love ya cuz!
Hello there
I love my Sinn! I also have another German made watch from Damasko. You’d also like this brand!
No, I'm the cousin! I'm a pilot. Vrooom. You can totes believe me because I said so in a YT comment. 😂
Did anyone else also love the personal aspect of the video? I think it’s great for Teddy to share deeper stories about watches and his collection!
yes!
I did!!
It’s what our hobby is about!
Absolutely 👌
I love hearing peoples personal stories over watches! It’s part of the reason i became intrigued with watches just a couple of years ago
Teddy don’t apologise for giving a personal take on a watch. This is actually way better content. Please do more like this!
Agreed.
0 - +2 secs is remarkable, as is the the entire watch. Hats off to Sinn.
Amendment: No need to apologize for telling your story with this watch (model), instead of simply reviewing it. Even though you did provide a lot of technical data points and measurements in the video. The emotional perspective of owning a watch is an important aspect, after you you bought it based on technical data points. In my opinion you perfectly offered this perspective, based on your experience with this watch. Thank you Teddy.
@@hannesprassl7132 Strongly agree, the personal connection made the video.
No idea where you got -2/+2 sec accuracy figure from, but the Sinn 104 uses a Sellita SW220-1 and even if Sinn does regulate it themselves it'll probably only get -4/+4 sec accuracy
@@brittle1 At 09:22 Teddy mentions that he measured this 104 to run 0/+2 and shortly before that talsk about his experience with movements adjusted by Sinn to run at better rates than those quoted by Sellita. I do get you point though, watch companies that just buy the movements and case them up, can just deliver to the level that Sellita regulates.
@@hannesprassl7132 it's one thing to test one watch at one point in time. It is another thing to give a manufacturer's accuracy spec warranty tested across every single timepiece released within a model, which to my knowledge, Sinn does not do such a thing because manufacturer tolerance and variance exists. Teddy and others reporting 2 second accuracy per day could have just gotten lucky with a good batch of Sellita movements.
@@brittle1 dude, one of the orient bambinos teddy reviewed has an accuracy of +2 second a day. That's probably an anomaly, but it's normal for a watch to run much more accurate than the claimed accuracy
Teddy, I appreciate that you have shown so much love for Sinn watches over the years when you have never been an authorized retailer of the brand. It demonstrates your true passion for the hobby.
To my knowledge, I think there’s only one US AD (Watchbuys in North Carolina), and only one AD service provider (that watchmaker Pennsylvania whose name escapes me at the moment). I mainly sold my Sinn 103 due to future service costs and turnaround.
@@g.shumway5925That is correct. And the official AD that covers warranty repairs (though they didn't do them cleanly when I've used them two times in the past) would be RGM.
It’s RGM
@@user-cx8zc6rh8z Ah yes, thank you. In Lancaster, which was the original home of Hamilton as well.
@@g.shumway5925 right you are! I’ve been to RGM and Roland is quality old school.
Hamilton khaki auto 38: 3x
Hamilton khaki navy scuba: 2x
Tudor Heritage Chrono: 2x
Tudor BB58 blue: 2x
Oris Divers 65: 2x
Calls to my therapist today: not enough times.
I've had my eye on the Hamilton Khaki Auto recently. I'm glad to hear it's a watch you've repeatedly come back to, but why did you have to keep coming back to it? Were they gifts for other people, or have you worn them for so many years that they gave out and had to be fully replaced?
@@Kpwn sold to fund other watches. Then missed it so bought it back haha
Just buy the diver you *really* want (that's what I suspect is going on here: you actually want something more expensive like a Sub, Seamaster, or 50 Fathoms and keep buying and selling and then buying again these "placeholder" watches). Just save for however long it takes and buy the diver you really want.
This made me chuckle 😂
This comment hits a little too close to home 💸
I keep getting Patek Phillippe ads. I'm wearing a Timex Field Mechanical lol
I have a Dam Henry 1970 and I keep getting Rolex ads too. I don't even get why Rolex advertises. You can't buy one even if you want one.
I bet that means TH-cam put Teddy in the top tier of monetization. Good for you Teddy I'm proud of u
I purchased my white dial Sinn 104 almost 3 years ago after watching as many reviews as I could. It has since been a corner stone of my collection and it is not going anywhere now. I actually tried to put it for sale, a bit because it was a period when I was wearing it less but also as an experiment to see what kind of interest it would get. As soon as I got into the conversation with a potential buyer, I just took a 180° turn. The idea of selling just felt like a mistake.
It's been everywhere with me, is showing definite signs of use, keeps remarkable time and gives me joy to wear every time. I nickname it "my ol'buddy Sinn".
Incidentally, I purchased a 556 5 days ago, and this little guy is just on the same route as its older sibling.
Great video, I am 100% with you on this watch, happy for you that you finally got it back!
Two times huh? *Laughs in Jody from JOMW and his Oris Diver 65s"
Hold my Fosters mate
HAHAHAHA! I was thinking of exactly that 😂
His channel should be "Just One More Oris Diver" 🤣🤣
@allanbergsma3256 No one, and I mean NO one, in Australia drinks Fosters. I think they're embarrassed that they even export it.
@@BawdyBadgerJealousy is a terrible trait, you can seek help, but there is no guarantee of a cure. 👌
Nice backstory to this watch. As a Sinn user for nearly 40 years now (mostly with a handwound 103 St) I can feel what you were missing: a decent no-nonsense tool that has a good quality and a prize tag that makes you really use it. Enjoy your 104 and thanks for all the interesting videos!
I absolutely endorse this type of video, Teddy. Watches are so much more than their dials, movements and case design. They're about the stories, the adventures, and the life lessons they represent, and I love hearing about them! Make more of these if you can!
No need to apologize. Its an honest review, honest video. We need more authenticity in the world today, and this is great. I would love to see this watch in all-satin or tegimented steel though. Its the best all-around watch that Sinn makes.
Love that you shared about your personal connection to the watch. Very nice blend of tech specs plus your personal sentiment. Towards the end of the video, just before your apology to those looking for something more technical, I found myself thinking - Teddy is a great story teller and it's nice hearing a little about his story. Thanks for sharing!
The more I watch Teddy’s videos, the more watches I add to the list for future purchase
I have a Sinn 105. I love that watch. Using the german day wheel for extra toolishness!
I love my Sinn 104 ST SA A !!!
It was a big purchase for me.
I bought it to mark being in remission a second time.
It's on my wrist unless I'm wearing a beater when I'm working in the garage.
I bought the Omega Speedmaster twice. I grew bored of it the first time around and then missed it terribly!!!! It's such a classic, goes with anything and is the quintessential "strap monster." It will never leave my collection now.
Same here! I sold my first one in 1976 online. Regretted it and in 2022 bought the latest lowest edition model. Will never get rid of this one.
My favorite watch in my collection. My wife got me the limited run white dial matte case finish. The most versatile watch in the game.
My wife's boyfriend also gifted me the exact same model you have - I felt ecstatic about it
Teddy your romantic treatment rather than a purely sterile review of these watches is appreciated. We watch collectors whatever our budget are a bit touched in the head. No one needs one yet our desire for them is so strong. It’s not logical. It’s something else. It’s something in the heart that we ponder in our head. I like specs but the stories are even greater. I just picked one up on line for 1250. What a score. Got a great deal and can’t wait to get it on my wrist. It’s got a black dial and I’ve been wanting for a black dial although I can see why you are so drawn to the white. Enjoy.
It's great to hear the stories that come from your collection. They make the journey more meaningful
Who couldn't see this coming? Teddy talks about the 104, kind of a lot, and always speaks wistfully about gifting it away.
I just got my first Sinn delivered yesterday. I went with the 556 A on the H link. I really like it.
LOVE the design of the hands on this Sinn. It's such a simple thing, yet it's amazing how often watchmakers miss the opportunity to do a memorable hand design.
I have never heard a more eloquently captivating presentation. Thoughtfully produced with a wealth of technical information, delivered expertly! I cant wait to rewatch this several more times. Such a good watch! Thank you Teddy
Pedantically it's "buying it twice", but in spirit, you just helped a friend buy a watch he really liked. It's not the same...
This happens in all hobbies, whether you're into watches, motorcycles, video games, etc.
Ive purchased the BB58 blue 3 times and a Panerai 380 x 2 these will now never leave my collection
Hey Teddy, I absolutely love your watch reviews-you’re always showcasing some incredible timepieces! I have a suggestion that I think could add something special to your videos. How about including a short segment, maybe thirty seconds to a minute, where we can just listen to the mechanical sounds of the watches? Hearing the crown winding, the ticking of the movement, and the click of the pushers would be such a satisfying ASMR experience. I think it would really enhance the enjoyment of your reviews!
Love Sinn. I prefer the 105 myself though. the non-UTC version.
As a watch collector as well. No truer words ever spoken, all our watches are sign posts in our life journey!
Such a good looking watch. Kinda want one now, thanks lol.
Also, regarding the final words of this video, I would actually enjoy hearing more stories about your watch collecting journey, Teddy.
I'm planning on buying my first really serious watch in a few months' time, and my current frontrunner is the Sinn 556 - I've been watching your videos about yours, and it's great to hear you talk again about your love for the Sinn brand. Thanks for another great video!
teddy is one of the people I can listen to without feeling bored.
No need to apologise, the more personal touch is appreciated. I've owned the black dial version for a couple of years now and it's one of the main stalwarts in my collection; solid, elegant and reliable. I've even been thinking about getting the white dial as well just because I love the 104 so much!
It’s really nice to hear your personal enthusiasm about this watch, shining through this presentation.
You are on the money here, Teddy. The instant visibility, day or night, is unmatched.
Nice! My 104 B is about to turn 5 years old in October and I'm still wearing it most days. I wish my H-Link had the quick adjust!
Great video and a very nice story. Your stories about your watching journey are really nice to hear.
Hey Teddy B. Jason H. here from N.J. Another excellent video made even better by your personal thoughts and feeling about a particular timepiece.
Please keep up the great work. I hope your store is doing well. Best to You and Yours.
I loved how you weaved your personal journey into the description of the watch. It is because of your video of Sinn 556 that purchased my own 556-A-RS. I too have created memories with family with this watch. Thank you for sharing your personal experiences with us.
The Sinn 556a was my first “nice” watch. I still love it to this day and it will never leave my collection. Thanks for continuing to highlight this brand, which is an enthusiast favorite for good reason.
LOVED THE BACKSTORY TEDDY! more power to you and the team :)
Sold my Sinn U50 and immediately regretted it. Now I'm going to order a new one, but your 104 is also on the wish list
Finally video about tedddy's watches😊
Over the years I have purchased two different Seiko Monsters, two Citizen Orcas, and two Captain Willards. So I totally get it. Great video, Teddy!
Love hearing about your personal experiences with watches. Like you said, obtaining watches is a purely emotional pursuit so hearing your story and connection is very interesting and fun!
I’m reminded of the movie Moneyball and the quote when Brad Pitt says how can you not be romantic about baseball? This was an insightful and intimate look at a beautiful watch and a great collector. I really enjoyed it. Thank you.
I love the personal element and the story of the connection to the watch. It's why we wear them.
“I tend to be a very cerebral collector”. Nooo I can’t believe that about you, Teddy! 😅😅
Gorgeous watch! I confess that I’d rather have a count-up bezel instead of account-down, but I don’t think that would keep me from buying the watch. I’d love it if they put this clasp on the 556!
I don’t pay close attention to Sinn, and I never think of it with a white dial. It is beautiful! Thanks for showing this.
Sinn-THE tool watch! I have an 857 UTC and soon will add a UX.
My old Subby stays in a box and when I want to dress a bit better I put on my Grand Seiko Spring Drive.
But-The Sinn is my no-nonsense watch. Form follows function! Total Bauhaus!
LOVE YOU TEDDY FROM INDIA because you only increased interest in watch industries....
Got 556A RS but I considered and 104. Congrats! Great time piece, real GADA watch!
Cool fact! Sinn makes JDM watches and they are awesome! Also… their dress watch line is very impressive and underrated
I actually love the backstory about you owning the watch and buying it again. Like many others, I find this more appealing than hearing about the specs. Well done Teddy. This is why I watch your videos more than any other watch reviewer. More of these types of videos would be awesome.
Really enjoy these types of videos, your knowledge plus a personal touch makes for really engaging content
Thank you for sharing your personal experience; one of the reasons why I follow you is because you are a collector by emotion and logic, not for pure business. And yes, I’ll look for a 104 (I shouldn’t, I already have more than what I can wear, but… anyway…)
What do you think about the U50? :) I think it’s quite underrated…500 meters of water resistance but just 11mm thick
It's criminally underrated to the point it's annoying. The Sinn U50 S pvd is on the short list. Full disclosure I'm glad it's not overhyped
You just made me like Sinn so much. Thank you Teddy. Indeed the watch look great.
Your 999th video! Excited what your 1000th one will be.
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Nice review, nice rumination. I much more appreciate this sort of chat from a collector than a clinical review. Congratulations with the Sinn, it's a cracking watch I've eyed myself many a times. One of my favourites of the brand.
To be honest, my own journey has been one of constant and painstaking upgrades. My SARB033 has turned into an SGBX265 Grand Seiko, and the whole slew of dive watches I've owned, both from Seiko (SKX007, SKX009, Baby Tuna, Mini Turtle, Stargate, Uemura, Slim Turtle, and some of those twice) and from smaller brands like Yema and Baltic have all disappeared when I recently bought a Marinemaster SJE099.
I thought I was done with tool watches as my collection drifted into ever dressier territory. There's Cartier, Grand Seiko, The Citizen, Nomos, an UG Ferrovie dello Stato Mk II, and even Kurono Tokyo, but when I strapped that SJE099 on it gave me an odd sense of perfection.
It may be a honeymoon phase, but I struggle to think of a reason to wear anything else. I rotate through my watches, but I find myself thinking about the Marinemaster and it's gloriously compact 39mm case. I've had a love affair with Seiko since 2007, when I dumped a Speedy Reduced that kept on breaking in favour of an unremarkable titanium Seiko chronograph that would not quit or budge, regardless of the abuse I put it through, and this thing is a nice culmination of that connection to the brand.
It's not entirely full circle, but close enough to understand where you're coming from here.
Really great video Teddy.
The storytelling is just as interesting, if not more, than the straight up reviews.
These things we wear on our wrists are about so much more than specs.
Congrats on your purchase. Hope you enjoy it for a long time
You had me at white dial and German made!
I love the white dial so much I just bought a Sinn U2.W EZM5! It's a big, bulky dive watch that I can't stop staring at.
I really appreciate hearing the personal story behind your watches. Keep it up!
Got this as a wedding gift from my wife, black dial and the old clasp version. This is getting the most time on my wrist time for sure. Love this watch.
I also own the 104 white dial, but with the leather strap. It makes for an unassuming travel watch, and most people (thieves especially) don’t give it a second look. While I prefer my Omega Aqua Terra GMT when traveling, there are places you don’t want the local yearly salary on your wrist.
The personal stories are what separates your review from anyone else out there. Appreciate the insight and perspective. Thanks for sharing!
Love that hand design and markers. Great synergy.
no need to ever apologize Teddy! great storytelling is what makes this whole thing interesting, specs are found everywhere. maybe more story on the pilot as well!
Among other things, wanted to say that your lighting quality is getting quite excellent.
I enjoyed this video. I think it's one of your best. It's great to hear a personal story rather than a slick watch review.
I bought my first Sinn, the T50 a couple months ago and absolutely love it. Like you my Sinn doesn't quite fit the rest of my collection, but there's something so undeniably cool about it!
The sinn 956 and the sinn bullhead are my favorite. Love the complications.
Don't you dare apologize for sharing your passion on your own platform
That is just a perfect testimonial to the emotion of owning a watch.
Never apologize for sharing your passion.
I love Teddy's reviews but not as much as a great watch story. Connections and memories around watches are the best
loved hearing the back story. In fact, one of your videos helped inspire me to buy a 104 (along with a number of other factors) and I absolutely love it! I bought it for a special occasion and have loved it for a few years. Looking forward to the next time I get to Germany to buy another Sinn. Also, loving my Marathon that I bought from you. - A loyal Canadian follower
Always good to hear a story Teddy . After all , what else do we have if we don’t have stories to tell . Keep up the good work ,
All the best ,
Chris Gilling .
I just bought my first mechanical - a Sinn U2 SDR. I love the submarine steel and the overbuilt 2000M depth rating. It’s a bulky watch but being a bigger man, I really think it suits my wrist perfectly.
I've recently began my obsession as a watch collector. And i must say- out of all the luxury brands I've been researching, for me the amzwatch's watches are the most intriguing.
Never really thought about a Sinn but this watch is beautiful. On another note. I turned my brother on to your channel/content and he recently purchased. Mido for you.
Cheers from Boston and keep the content coming.
Just received mine in mint condition. Absolute beauty. Thank you for introducing it to us. I was looking at so many other brands until I came across your vidoe and found a mint condition on ebay in Japan. It's gorgeous. ❤
I recently relocated to OH so I'm planning on visiting your store one of these days.
Love this…the Sinn 104 anthracite dial was my first truly great watch. It is my adventure watch, and has been all over the crazies and bridger mountain ranges in Montana. It’s been in countless alpine lake plunges, and has accompanied me in catching hundreds of high altitude trout. One of the best adventure watches out there! And it just looks plain great
Teddy, your backstory is what gives this video soul; otherwise, it’s just a spec sheet with moving pictures.
The Sinn 104 is such a versatile piece. I’ve paired my Sinn 104 I St Sa with Tropic, leather, nylon, and cork straps with polished hardware. It looks great on all of them!
That new bracelet looks like a great upgrade!
Loved the nice change of pace with this video and I found it pretty bold that you made a video like this on a brand your store doesn't carry.
Totally recognize what you are saying! I had that with my Patek 5960G. I sold the watch in 2021 and always thought to myself, why did I do that? I tried to resist my sellers remorse for 2 years and bought a few others in between, but I always kept thinking of my beautiful Patek 5960G. It’s so versatile and has really all the functions I need. So later in 2023 I decided to sell a couple of my watches and bought the 5960G again (this time a 1 year younger version than my original one). To date I still am happy I made that choice as I will probably not sell my 5960G for a looooooong time!☺️ I also lost a few thousand dollars due to this remorse stupidity, but let’s not talk about that😂🤦🏻♂️
I own a U50 with fully tegimented case. Yesterday I slammed it into the door frame of an elevator while I was carrying heavy bar tables. It didn't sound good and I was affraid to have damaged it in the process. I inspected the watch, but couldn't find anything. Nothing. Not even a slight blemish. This watch looks, like nothing happend and fresh out of the box. Since that moment I'm simply in awe. I couldn't love this damn thing more. It's going nowhere. Sinn really does make great watches. They are the G Shock of german watches!
Awesome Teddy. The delivery of yours is well prepared and a pleasure to listen to. You are my number 1 go to watch enthusiast from the beginning like 18 months ago. Cheers and great work!
Teddy posts a video! Our day is good 🙌
I had the Black Sinn 104. I bought it when they could still be had for about $1200. It really is a one-and-done watch. The best part for me was the super-detailed minute track and the syringe hands - it felt really precise for time keeping. The lume was also excellent and as good as any mid-range Seiko. The only real negatives was that the clasp was pressed and felt cheap (but the links were amazing) and the day wheel was very slightly tilted.
Love this watch! One of my favorites in my collection. My only gripes... I wish it was a bit more legible. My older eyes has hard time seeing white on white. Also, I wish the lume lasted longer. Besides that, I love everything about this watch.The action on the bezel is on bearings, I think and it feels like it. Good decision, Teddy!
Congrats on reuniting Teddy, sounds like you got a little choked up emotionally near the end :-)
Would love to get a Sinn one day
Your added backstory enhanced the video. Please continue with more in future videos, at your discretion of course.
I bought the 104 with arabic numerals last year after watching videos about Sinn from this channel. It really is striking in person and I just love it.
The only disappointment was that mine had a steel rotor as opposed to the “gold” rotor seen here… Don’t know why that was and it’s a minor detail, but would have liked the style seen here!
Teddy please do more personal aspects when you review watches. I love hearing your personal stories related to your collection. I know you’re hesitant to share your actual SOTC, but as a fan of not just watches but of YOU, I really hope one day you can do it 🙏
This is the one watch I have purchased twice as well! I originally had a black dial version that felt too boring, so I eventually got the metallic green dial version instead.
I recently added the Sinn 1746 Porcelain Adler (handpainted Coat of Arms of Frankfurt) to my collection. The dial is absolutely beautiful. I also own the Sinn 6068 B Frankfurt Dual Time Zone & the Sinn U50...both fantastic watches.