After 14 years of lusting after a 656 I finally ordered myself a 556A today. Ordered it with the white stitched black leather strap. I'm so looking forward to wearing it.
Watching this video while wearing my 556i I have had it now for about a month and it’s a excellent watch perfect size for my 6.75 inch wrist ... solidly built and keeps tremendous time -2/+4 mostly falls within -2
I’m definitely going to keep my eye out for the Anniversary model. I was debating between this and the 104, but I guess it all now depends what watch I stumble across first.
@@ClickSpringReview I was never a fan of the numerals of the 556A. Don’t get me wrong, I love my numerals. I own an alpinist and I really wish I could afford a Rolex Explorer, but something about Sinn’s numerals looks to industrial looking for me. I’ll definitely keep an eye out for the 2 and thanks for the advise.
@@Anonymous-yb1ho I have the black mini Alpinist which I fitted a Sinn H-link bracket to , it’s a great watch I have a full review of it on my channel under the Seiko playlist
@@ClickSpringReview I just googled it and I saw your video lmao. Interesting look. I am kind of thinking of getting a beads of rice bracelet from Uncle Seiko for my Alpinist, but I'm sill unsure yet. Right now, I'm really planning to get a steel sportswatch. Currently looking at 3 watches (open to more recommendations) - Baltic Aquascaphe Blue Dial (if I don't want to spend too much) - Formex Essence 39 - Sinn 556i/Sinn 104 I initially wanted to get a Longines Conquest 39mm because it wasn't too expensive on Jomashop, but I realised that I am not a fan how the numerals look there. Too wide, looks unelegant to me.
Not impressed by the Anniversary which has no real distinctive Sinn design trait. Could say Seiko on the dial and nobody would think twice On the other side, the 556A with its fighter plane dashboard instrument look, the best matt black / white hands contrast in the game, and the same perfect dimensions is a winner. I would go as far as to say the 556A is the modern day Rolex 1016 Explorer, with a superbly integrated date window to boot. Not to mention a sensible price point, so you’re never afraid of having this watch on your wrist for camping, cycling, traveling...
I see what your saying Sir I love the date widow on the on the 556A but many other have criticised for being to small , I love both models as I find them solid depended tool watches
I have the 104 a.b.e. And plan on adding the 556a soon only because I’m beginning to wish my 104 wasn’t polished. The 556 looks brushed and I prefer that look.
Anniversary model seems more versatile to me! I was thinking one gets away with wearing that as dress, daily and weekend, adorable watch that even works well with leather, nato or bracelet. On another note, lovely bracelet that fine link.
I have the 556a, the date window is too small for an old man like me. Otherwise a great watch, like the anniversary “stick” edition. Great report as usual, thanks. ☘️
I have black mop. Bought because I couldn't afford a Rolex OP and the only alternative with its chronometer grade movement imo. It's become my everyday wearer ( all be it quite an expensive one). Interesting dial with flashes of translucent burgundy and green yet classy uncluttered no date, no fuss. Had to buy new because they're like unicorns second hand with H bracelet. Also, if you're going to go sinn then the signature h bracelet is the only option imo
I was very lucky and got my one used at a silly low price I just couldn't turn down . My one to runs with in COSC specs I'm also lucky that I have a Rolex OP and compared the to watch in this review the Sinn guys loved it but the Rolex guys wanted to kill me lol th-cam.com/video/kHbTvqevFic/w-d-xo.html
I’ve been looking at the 556 a lot lately. But I’m curious to know more about where the cases are made. Do you have any idea? I know some cases were stamped with SUG which indicated they were made in Germany. Are they still made in Germany somewhere? Any help would be appreciated. I will email sinn too.
I seen you post this question last night on the Facebook page and started to look myself but then got side tracked , I’ll try and find out myself and get back to you
@@ClickSpringReview thank you, would be great if find anything. Sinn replied but nothing really too helpful. Just that the 556 cases aren’t made by SUG anymore. I asked now if they could tell me where they are made. Will let you know if they respond.
@@ClickSpringReview did you have any luck finding out? I emailed sinn but after their initial response saying that the cases aren’t made by SUG I haven’t heard anything back. I emailed this morning a second time but I get the feeling they won’t give me answer.
@@wristwatchtalk sorry I forgot so I just gave called Sinn in German and the lady said she believes they are made in Dresden but will find out for sure and email me back 👍🏻
@@wristwatchtalkI just got this back from Sinn HQ Thank you so much for you call. I did some research and am able to tell you that our 556 cases are made by the SUG Manufacture (Sächsische Uhrentechnologie GmbH Glashütte). I bet you already know but here are some informations about the SUG manufacture: www.sinn.de/en/Saechsische_Uhrentechnologie__Glashuette.htm
I already have a 556a and love it. If I were to get another, I would most likely go for a dark M.O.P. .....Even though the Anniversary is limited, it's no more special than the other models with applied markers imho
I see where your coming from Phil the M.O.P ones do look good , The one thing which sets the Anniversary apart from the rest it has the more expensive ETA 2824 movement and not the SW200 , I believe it was the last of the models to use this
@@ClickSpringReview I get that. It's definately a shame that while the price has gone up, they stopped using the ETA in the 556's. I know there are lots of people that would choose the ETA over the Sellita. Personally, I have an EZM3 (ETA) and a U1 (Sellita) also. The 556 with the Sellita is the one keeping the best time at the moment (+1spd) so I'm really not fussy. That's just a personal viewpoint.
@@PapaGoodness_74 Most of my Sinn's are older ones now and so have the ETA movement , If I could only have one 556 I would go for the 556A , But the Anniversary model does look from certain angles as the makers really do pop from the dial , One of my friends says he'd go for the Anniversary model over the other it just looks more special so its just down to person taste
I recently purchased a Sinn 556A RS (red second hand) on the fine link bracelet. My (tiny) minority view is that the H-link bracelet doesn't look quite right on any of the 556 models. The links are too chunky and the clasp too thick for a no-bezel, time-only pilot's watch, IMHO.
@Lee The end links on both models are pretty solid if yours are lose do check you have the right size spring bars I believe its about 1.8mm as if their to thin they will rattle for sure
Just curious why you focus on the 556 versions instead of the 856? I always thought the 856 was a better, more technologically advance version of the 556...yet offers the same look.
Hi Sir ,there is a simple answer to that and that is I don’t own a 856 :) all the Sinn’s I’ve reviewed I own , I do like the model but I prefer the satanized over the bead blasted on this type of watch , if your based in the UK and want to send me your watch to be reviewed on the channel that would be great chap
@@ClickSpringReview Makes sense. Although I likely won’t be sending my 856 for your review, please keep up the great work with your videos. Looking forward to future reviews!
The Black pearl model looks great I'm luck and own a few Sinn's models myself . Here is my playlist of them you may like th-cam.com/video/-0W1YnxRti4/w-d-xo.html
@@MrCarFanatic I really like the SPB143 in fact I'd get one myself I had the money, I to had a 5610 and did a full metal conversion to it but then traded for the Bull Head Citizen , I keep looking at getting another at some point as I really enjoyed , Ps glad you like the channel :)
@@ClickSpringReview IMO, pearl looks cheep on a watch - it reminds me of the 1980's. I like their black dial, just without the date. I believe it is the same movement, just without the date window and function being employed.
I see what your saying Steve, Sinn do how ever sale a few dress watch models its just you never really see them out in the open but thats for the comment Sir
@@ClickSpringReview Yes, I believe their more dressier watches are from the Frankfurt line....I've always linked Sinn with tool watches. I have the 104 ST SA in my modest collection. Probably the most legible of all the watches I own. I'd look to add another Sinn when funds allow...Looking forward to the next video.
@@stevebolt7132 Thanks Steve the 104 ST SA is a good looking model , I'm hoping after the lock down I had a few of my subscribers say they will post me or meet up to allow me to review there Sinn's for the channel as all the Sinn's I've done up to now have been my own :)
@@ClickSpringReview I'd be happy to help...I've picked up three new watches this year...the Sinn, a Seiko Alpinist & a DOXA which still remains in the box waiting for the bracelet to be adjusted
There is no reason to have a second hand that has lume. When one glances at the time in complete darkness you are only interested in the hour and minute hand. Why would you need to know the exact second in complete darkness??
@@ClickSpringReview I guess I can see your point. Also I bet adding a dash of lume to the second hand would add to the production cost of the watch. In any case, I enjoyed reading listening to your review. I wear my 556A every day. It checks off all the boxes for me. Cheers!
After 14 years of lusting after a 656 I finally ordered myself a 556A today. Ordered it with the white stitched black leather strap. I'm so looking forward to wearing it.
Good choice Sir I'm sure your going to love it
Watching this video while wearing my 556i I have had it now for about a month and it’s a excellent watch perfect size for my 6.75 inch wrist ... solidly built and keeps tremendous time -2/+4 mostly falls within -2
Considering there are Sinn’s entry level watches they really hit a home run with them , Glad you enjoying it 👍🏻
Mine has been running at about +4-5 seconds since I got it. Is that abnormal?
Both are sick, mate. Looking forward to receive my 556A on bracelet, my very first Sinn, in a few days. Cheers.
I'm sure your going to love it , but let me know what you think of when it turns up Ulisses
I’m definitely going to keep my eye out for the Anniversary model. I was debating between this and the 104, but I guess it all now depends what watch I stumble across first.
Personally I’d go for the 104 the Anniversary model I have now sold as I found myself always wearing the (A) model
@@ClickSpringReview I was never a fan of the numerals of the 556A. Don’t get me wrong, I love my numerals. I own an alpinist and I really wish I could afford a Rolex Explorer, but something about Sinn’s numerals looks to industrial looking for me.
I’ll definitely keep an eye out for the 2 and thanks for the advise.
@@Anonymous-yb1ho I have the black mini Alpinist which I fitted a Sinn H-link bracket to , it’s a great watch I have a full review of it on my channel under the Seiko playlist
@@ClickSpringReview interesting. I have the new alpinist in a forest olive dial on a black leather strap. Love it as an everyday watch
@@ClickSpringReview I just googled it and I saw your video lmao. Interesting look. I am kind of thinking of getting a beads of rice bracelet from Uncle Seiko for my Alpinist, but I'm sill unsure yet. Right now, I'm really planning to get a steel sportswatch. Currently looking at 3 watches (open to more recommendations)
- Baltic Aquascaphe Blue Dial (if I don't want to spend too much)
- Formex Essence 39
- Sinn 556i/Sinn 104
I initially wanted to get a Longines Conquest 39mm because it wasn't too expensive on Jomashop, but I realised that I am not a fan how the numerals look there. Too wide, looks unelegant to me.
Not impressed by the Anniversary which has no real distinctive Sinn design trait. Could say Seiko on the dial and nobody would think twice
On the other side, the 556A with its fighter plane dashboard instrument look, the best matt black / white hands contrast in the game, and the same perfect dimensions is a winner. I would go as far as to say the 556A is the modern day Rolex 1016 Explorer, with a superbly integrated date window to boot. Not to mention a sensible price point, so you’re never afraid of having this watch on your wrist for camping, cycling, traveling...
I see what your saying Sir I love the date widow on the on the 556A but many other have criticised for being to small , I love both models as I find them solid depended tool watches
I have the 104 a.b.e. And plan on adding the 556a soon only because I’m beginning to wish my 104 wasn’t polished. The 556 looks brushed and I prefer that look.
Anniversary model seems more versatile to me! I was thinking one gets away with wearing that as dress, daily and weekend, adorable watch that even works well with leather, nato or bracelet.
On another note, lovely bracelet that fine link.
I've got the 556a which is a lovely watch !
I have to agree with you Stephen its a real stunner
Great video. I would like to get the 556A.
It is a beauty sir
I have the 556a, the date window is too small for an old man like me. Otherwise a great watch, like the anniversary “stick” edition. Great report as usual, thanks. ☘️
That made me smile Sir 😊 and cheers
I have black mop. Bought because I couldn't afford a Rolex OP and the only alternative with its chronometer grade movement imo. It's become my everyday wearer ( all be it quite an expensive one). Interesting dial with flashes of translucent burgundy and green yet classy uncluttered no date, no fuss. Had to buy new because they're like unicorns second hand with H bracelet. Also, if you're going to go sinn then the signature h bracelet is the only option imo
I was very lucky and got my one used at a silly low price I just couldn't turn down . My one to runs with in COSC specs I'm also lucky that I have a Rolex OP and compared the to watch in this review the Sinn guys loved it but the Rolex guys wanted to kill me lol th-cam.com/video/kHbTvqevFic/w-d-xo.html
both, if you are able to get the Anniversary. I have the 556i and I love it.
I picked my Anniversary model up used but had just been serviced ,Plus it came with the brown Sinn leather strap and deployment clasp which I sold
I’ve been looking at the 556 a lot lately. But I’m curious to know more about where the cases are made. Do you have any idea? I know some cases were stamped with SUG which indicated they were made in Germany. Are they still made in Germany somewhere? Any help would be appreciated. I will email sinn too.
I seen you post this question last night on the Facebook page and started to look myself but then got side tracked , I’ll try and find out myself and get back to you
@@ClickSpringReview thank you, would be great if find anything. Sinn replied but nothing really too helpful. Just that the 556 cases aren’t made by SUG anymore. I asked now if they could tell me where they are made. Will let you know if they respond.
@@ClickSpringReview did you have any luck finding out? I emailed sinn but after their initial response saying that the cases aren’t made by SUG I haven’t heard anything back. I emailed this morning a second time but I get the feeling they won’t give me answer.
@@wristwatchtalk sorry I forgot so I just gave called Sinn in German and the lady said she believes they are made in Dresden but will find out for sure and email me back 👍🏻
@@wristwatchtalkI just got this back from Sinn HQ
Thank you so much for you call. I did some research and am able to tell you that our 556 cases are made by the SUG Manufacture (Sächsische Uhrentechnologie GmbH Glashütte).
I bet you already know but here are some informations about the SUG manufacture:
www.sinn.de/en/Saechsische_Uhrentechnologie__Glashuette.htm
I already have a 556a and love it. If I were to get another, I would most likely go for a dark M.O.P.
.....Even though the Anniversary is limited, it's no more special than the other models with applied markers imho
I see where your coming from Phil the M.O.P ones do look good , The one thing which sets the Anniversary apart from the rest it has the more expensive ETA 2824 movement and not the SW200 , I believe it was the last of the models to use this
@@ClickSpringReview I get that. It's definately a shame that while the price has gone up, they stopped using the ETA in the 556's. I know there are lots of people that would choose the ETA over the Sellita. Personally, I have an EZM3 (ETA) and a U1 (Sellita) also. The 556 with the Sellita is the one keeping the best time at the moment (+1spd) so I'm really not fussy. That's just a personal viewpoint.
@@PapaGoodness_74 Most of my Sinn's are older ones now and so have the ETA movement , If I could only have one 556 I would go for the 556A , But the Anniversary model does look from certain angles as the makers really do pop from the dial , One of my friends says he'd go for the Anniversary model over the other it just looks more special so its just down to person taste
I recently purchased a Sinn 556A RS (red second hand) on the fine link bracelet. My (tiny) minority view is that the H-link bracelet doesn't look quite right on any of the 556 models. The links are too chunky and the clasp too thick for a no-bezel, time-only pilot's watch, IMHO.
That’s a fair comment Sir
@Lee The end links on both models are pretty solid if yours are lose do check you have the right size spring bars I believe its about 1.8mm as if their to thin they will rattle for sure
@Lee They look great. Closer examination reveals some flaws -- it's not a luxury-level fit and finish. But I love the way it looks and feels.
Just curious why you focus on the 556 versions instead of the 856? I always thought the 856 was a better, more technologically advance version of the 556...yet offers the same look.
Hi Sir ,there is a simple answer to that and that is I don’t own a 856 :) all the Sinn’s I’ve reviewed I own , I do like the model but I prefer the satanized over the bead blasted on this type of watch , if your based in the UK and want to send me your watch to be reviewed on the channel that would be great chap
@@ClickSpringReview Makes sense. Although I likely won’t be sending my 856 for your review, please keep up the great work with your videos. Looking forward to future reviews!
856 is 40mm, which is too big for me
I want to buy sinn 556 Black pearl on the fine link , and the 356 brushed version on the h link . Best combination in my opinion
The Black pearl model looks great I'm luck and own a few Sinn's models myself . Here is my playlist of them you may like th-cam.com/video/-0W1YnxRti4/w-d-xo.html
@@ClickSpringReview saw your other videos , nice channel ! i own a spb143 and a gshock 5610 so far so good
@@MrCarFanatic I really like the SPB143 in fact I'd get one myself I had the money, I to had a 5610 and did a full metal conversion to it but then traded for the Bull Head Citizen , I keep looking at getting another at some point as I really enjoyed , Ps glad you like the channel :)
I wish they made the black dial without the date. Same as the anniversary, just with a black dial.
The 556 I Mother-of-pearl S isnt far of that G R
@@ClickSpringReview IMO, pearl looks cheep on a watch - it reminds me of the 1980's. I like their black dial, just without the date. I believe it is the same movement, just without the date window and function being employed.
556a for me. The anniversary model doesn't do much for me...just doesn't seem like a Sinn should odd as that sounds...less tool watch I guess.
I see what your saying Steve, Sinn do how ever sale a few dress watch models its just you never really see them out in the open but thats for the comment Sir
@@ClickSpringReview Yes, I believe their more dressier watches are from the Frankfurt line....I've always linked Sinn with tool watches. I have the 104 ST SA in my modest collection. Probably the most legible of all the watches I own. I'd look to add another Sinn when funds allow...Looking forward to the next video.
@@stevebolt7132 Thanks Steve the 104 ST SA is a good looking model , I'm hoping after the lock down I had a few of my subscribers say they will post me or meet up to allow me to review there Sinn's for the channel as all the Sinn's I've done up to now have been my own :)
@@ClickSpringReview I'd be happy to help...I've picked up three new watches this year...the Sinn, a Seiko Alpinist & a DOXA which still remains in the box waiting for the bracelet to be adjusted
@@stevebolt7132 Cheers Steve that’s good of you matey will have to keep in touch 👍🏻
If you wore smart clothes more than casual the anniversary would be great. I prefer the 556a tho.
Thats a fair comment Rich
There is no reason to have a second hand that has lume. When one glances at the time in complete darkness you are only interested in the hour and minute hand. Why would you need to know the exact second in complete darkness??
Its true but if they go to the trouble of painting the second hand white to match the others go for lume I say :)
@@ClickSpringReview I guess I can see your point. Also I bet adding a dash of lume to the second hand would add to the production cost of the watch. In any case, I enjoyed reading listening to your review. I wear my 556A every day. It checks off all the boxes for me. Cheers!
100% the Arabic dial, the indices dial is just another seiko IMO.
I wouldn't that the 556I is a great model and looks far more expensive than than the 556A IMHO
556a= Rambo First Blood 556 anniversary=Rambo II.
I like it lol