Sinn's Amazing New U50 Hydro
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When impressive functionality, perfect readability and technological innovation come together, the result is versatile and robust timepiece such as the U50 HYDRO - realised in a comfortably wearable size of 41 mm diameter!
One of the outstanding features of the U50 HYDRO is concealed inside the diving watch, meaning that its incredible effect becomes most evident under water: HYDRO Technology. The benefits never fail to impress experienced users: reflection-free underwater readability from any angle, absolute freedom from fogging and - thanks to the special oil filling - water-resistant and pressure-resistant up to a diving depth of 5,000 m (=500 bar).
The watch focusses on a striking design with a display that concentrates on the essentials. It owes its outstanding suitability for everyday use to high-quality features with special materials, which ensure that the U50 HYDRO can withstand even the most adverse conditions. The case and crown are thus made of high-strength seawater-resistant German Submarine Steel. It is characterised by its extreme strength and exceptional non-magnetic properties. Another advantage that stands out for connoisseurs is its outstanding resistance to seawater. As a result, we have
designed the rotating bezel to be captive in the case. Thanks to the use of TEGIMENT Technology to harden the surface, it can also easily
withstand high external stresses. The result: exceptional scratch resistance. The positioning of the crown at 4 o’clock also deserves special attention. This prevents pressure on the back of the hand - even during physically demanding activities.
Due to the aforementioned oil filling, this timepiece must be a quartz watch, as the oscillation of the balance in a mechanical watch would be unable to overcome the high damping resistance of a liquid medium. Nevertheless, watch lovers needn’t forgo the reliability typical of SINN - the long-lasting lithium battery used ensures reliable function at temperatures ranging from -20°C to +60°C. The battery also has an exceptionally long service life. The movement’s integrated EOL (end of life) function prevents the watch from stopping suddenly.
Whether for professional use or to cope with the demands of diving, the U50 HYDRO is perfect for such challenges - as has also been confirmed by independent classification company DNV. On our behalf, it tests and certifies pressure resistance to a diving depth of 5000 m (= 500 bar) and temperature resistance and functionality in accordance with the European diving device standards.
Now all they have to do is put a solar powered module in there and there would be no need to have a specialist change the battery. Thanks for the review.
True but the only down side with solar they like to be worn daily if you don't wear them for a few months its not good for the battery
Quality quartz movements do need servicing from time to time so even if it was solar it would need to back to the mothership
@@ClickSpringReview I have a couple of Solars. The solution is you don't put them in a drawer for 6 months. Mine stays in a watch box on my desk and the battery stays at level 10 (full) at all times. A solar version would be fantastic.
I have one Seiko Solar Tuna Black LE and leave that by a window but my more expensive watches I leave in a safe if there not on my wrist
@@ClickSpringReview Ahhh I don't worry about that. My watches all stay below a cost threshold. Lol
Great review as always, a bit disappointed that they used the rhonda movement which is effectively a budget item,nowhere near as good as the eta in the UX, strange that they decided to do this
Yeah it is strange but I think its because ETA still aren't supplying 3rd party brands their movements anymore, That way you find any new Sinn with an ETA movement unless they have some NOS somewhere Steve
On paper maybe, but having owned this for a few weeks it's currently running at +1s.
The next step for Sinn is to use the new 3 hand/date Bulova precisionist movement in a U2 case with its perfect sweeping hand to complete the set.
Or even better a citizen eco drive model UX that never needs servicing….. 👌
When you think the standard UX users the U2 case but without the sweeping hand
Yeah- pretty much squint and all of Sinns dive watches are U1’s but with small differences BUT this makes them all different watches and I want one of each dammit!
I do love that Sinn have there own identity, the more you read into them the more you find you really need one or two in your life lol
I've had the same idea regarding solar power... That would elevate it to Super Watch status...
Only down side with solar they like to be worn daily if you don't wear them for a few months, its not so good for the battery
I love the watch and want one but I simply can't accept that dressing up a £20 movement justifies a price that is 250 times higher.
This is hardly uncommon I can think of many manufacturers with movements that don’t cost that much, Doxa comes to mind, but remember your not just paying for the movement but all the technology around it , can you think of any other watch which can match the U50 specs
@@ClickSpringReview yes, the UX Hydro 😂. I think I might have to bite the bullet with one when the wife isn't watching.
Smart thinking Sir 😁
I've owned this for a few weeks now and it's proving to the be ultimate go anywhere watch. Have taken it in the pool, sea, knocked it against all sorts of stuff and there's not a single mark.
I was initially concerned about the movement, but it's so far only running 1 second fast after a 3 weeks so not bad. And tbh it's still more accurate than any mechanical, and will still be accurate when you come to change the date every other month.
I also like how this one hits the minute markers more precisely vs the UX. The bounce is also less pronounced.
Cool glad your enjoying it Sir and interesting to know about the accuracy cheers for the info
Do you mean +1 sec over the whole 3 weeks or +1 sec per day?
The guy said +1 per month but the one I have in for review I tested yesterday and that was reading +6 a month which is about the same as my older EZM2 which has an ETA movement but the UX on the other hand is less than a sec a month. The problem is its only ETA and Seiko who make COSC quartz movements and Sinn don't have access to fit them in a new model
It's a shame that they havent been able to do a high accuracy movement but at least those figures are very liveable!
Yeah turns out its only ETA and Seiko who make HAQ quartz models
I second the comments on the pedestrian quartz movement!!! What were they thinking not putting a high accuracy temp compensated movement in! Very disappointed.
The problem is they cant get hold of as I don't think Ronda make a temp compensated movement
I am not sure if I am being nit-picking. I feel like the hour indexes are too small. It does not hurt the legibility much but it will feels more "tooly" if the hour indexes are longer and thicker.
The mechanical U50 does not have this problem because the Lego Hands are thick. It looks cartoonish but it is actually very functional for legibility. However, U50 Hydro has thinner hands and the hour indexes are too small. It makes the dial too much black space.
Or maybe I just need some time to like aesthetic design.
I can see where your coming from but I think they wanted to keep the same look as the UX it will be interesting if they make a GSG9 variant as that may have a didn't dial
Thank you for the review. I am a Sinn fan. This U50 is a nice watch, but I still think the original EZM 2 version has the edge with its perfectly balanced dial, the gorgeous colour of the old tritium lume , and a more interesting looking bezel.
I'm wearing the EZM2 at this very min it was my very first Sinn I got some 15 years ago. I do plan to do a comparison video very soon I think you'll like
@@ClickSpringReview Ho! Wow! You are a lucky person! The EZM 2 is such a looker! I will certainly be looking forward to watching this upcoming comparison video between a watch that is slowly. becoming a true classic, and its new iteration.
I'm lucky and have the very rare boxset model, here is a old video I did of it th-cam.com/video/oj9Z_cccXzQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=yRfZQjtpIpD_i17F
@@ClickSpringReview Yes, I will certainly watch the video, and the other one you made with two other EZM. Cheers!
Still hard to beat the EZM 2 when it comes to the hydro. Thanks for the video!
Yeah the EZM2 is the original 👍🏻
A week (8 days) into my U50 Hydro it is running 2 seconds ahead of time.gov clock. Haters can hate but it sure wears nicely and great visibility.
You can't complain with that, nice one
Sinn Hydro watches are out of this world, but I cannot bring myself to buy a quartz watch that needs to go back to the factory for a battery change.
Ive two and to be fair you only have to do every 7/9 years, my first ever Sinn was the EZM2 GSG9 boxset edition which I picked up in 2009 and still have it today
Nice one but still UX has a better movement
True the UX has the ETA 955 COSC Thermo Compensation movement
Great review. I was ready to purchase the moment I saw it released, but was a bit disappointed that the movement specs weren’t the same as the UX. In that case then, I ordered the UX! 😎
Its true the UX does have the better movement and dare I say it but feels a little more special 🫣
@@ClickSpringReviewvery much so! btw, I ordered from first class watches and received the UX the next day! Excellent service! I checked out their website from your recommendation, saw they had a UX in stock, so jumped at the chance! I’ll let them know I heard about them from your channel!
You star thank you 👍🏻
Lovely. Wouldve liked to see the new clasp on it. Looks great though.
Yeah I am surprised it didn't come with the new clasp, but its still a great watch and I'm sure its going to sell well for them
Hi Barry, this is a truly excellent piece. Another Hydro review enthused in exactly the same way. I think that solar power would transform this watch: swanney75 has the same idea. Perhaps I should write to Sinn about it... Anyway, thanks as always Barry, and have a happy Easter break. LG Bob 🍻
Solar would be an interesting thought 🤔 I'm hoping to film the comparison video tomorrow as I've the day off
@@ClickSpringReview I'll be waiting! 👍
All dial furniture appears to be printed on the underside of the sapphire very cool effect
Yeah it just looks sooooo cool, its unlike any other watch out there
Thanks again for posting this and in fact for all the videos. Very helpful. I just pre-ordered the U50 Hydro on bracelet. This will be my first Sinn, very excited. In the end, it just checked a lot of boxes for what I’m looking for at the moment. I really wanted a tough daily, grab & go, legible timepiece in this case size. If I love it and it kind of wears small, I might add the UX one day as a bigger switch it up option w an even better movement. Now, I just have to wait until it ships. Hopefully sooner rather than later. Thanks again
Thank you so much always good to hear positive feed back , Your going to love the watch my sure 👍🏻
Another absolute stunner! I'm not usually a quartz fan but I can easily see this one in my collection. Great video!
Yeah this is a great model and well worth checking you Sir 👍🏻
Been wanting to add a sinn to the collection for a while now. This would also satisfy my need/want for a grab and go quartz. Love the look of the dial at oblique angles. Almost got a smart watch look to it with the pixels directly under the glass.
Yeah, Sinn oil filled models are like no others out there they are very special and have a sort off smart look about the dial
Seiko has some of the best quartz watches
Seiko grows their own Quartz
@@WristWatcher yeah Seiko Astron is also high on the list.
Wait until the comparison video comes out of the U50 Hydro, UX (COSC) and the OG Sinn EZM2 GSG9 😎
A great new model and review. However I much prefer the Lego hands on my standard U50. Sounds like a good quality high torque quartz movement which is a big asset
I think they wanted to make a distinction between this and the U50 so thats why they went with the sword hands
Great piece Bazza, and review 👏🏿 Don't know how I missed a Sinn video...All up ro date now lol. I got my EZM 13.1 from First Class watches last year.
Cheers matey I just released another Sinn review 30mins ago you need to catch up :) The EZM13.1 very nice 👌🏼
Great video. Thanks for sharing. Love the smaller size of this compared to the UX.
Thanks Ryan 👍🏻
So cool. I've been so curious about this vs. the T50.
Thought one as they are so very different, think it all comes down to do you go automatic or quartz
BTW, the bounce of the second hand has nothing to do with the oil inside the watch. Non-oil quartz watches do this too, and Grand Seiko has developed a special mechanism that prevents it.
The bounce has everything to do with the oil, the ETA 955 based movement doesn't have a bounce when not in oil
@@ClickSpringReview No, the bounce is because it has a quartz movement. And quartz movements that are not in oil have that too. (except for the Grand Seiko ones).
Honestly I work on ETA 955 movement every week or so as you get them in lots of Tag and Omega, in fact I have a Omega on my bench at the min and there is no bounce like you see in the Hydro range, I should do a video for you so you can see, Think of it this way if you move your hand flat forward in water and stop it quick you will get the water pushing your hand back a little , Thats what you are seeing.
Here is a link to another quartz review I've done can you see any bounce after its to uses an ETA 955 movement ? th-cam.com/video/gj6eYmA6KqI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=eU1E7EbO0ZB2HgNu
@@ClickSpringReview Then tell me: why do all my 5 non-ETA-955 quartz watches that move the second hand through air show his behavior as well? ETA, like Seiko, must have found a way to dampen the movement. Good for them. Also, liquids are not elastic. There is no force that bounds backwards.
I really like this watch as i am a big fan of the U50 and the UX already. This is a very clean looking design and the colour pops so much better than the greyscale T50's IMO.
I think id like to have seen a better solution for the servicing. Perhaps a dry battery compartment for easier battery changes and then maybe back to sinn for an oil change every second or third battery change perhaps. Something like that would have been a cool upgrade and soften the blow of the movement downgrade. But that's perhaps a small nitpick for the sake of some servicing costs.
Looking forward to the UX comparison. An original U50 comparison would also be cool if you have one on hand. Just to help me decide 😂
I see where your coming from with the dry battery idea, I think that would require so serious engineering to sort out. I know when I posted mine for service it only took about 2/3 weeks to complete where a 104 service would take a minimum twice as long, I dare say even longer. Ive recored the comparison all ready but didn't want to over do it with to many Sinn videos at once so would Saturday do lol
@@ClickSpringReview Yeh there would be a fair amount of capital investment, perhaps they dont sell enough Hydro models to justify that. Also they'd be effectively reducing their own bottom line on doing the servicing themselves, in the hope of moving more units.
Too much Sinn? Pfft Never! lol
Probably good to spread the Sinn content out I suppose so I dont binge watch it all 😂
@@K.J.H_ 😂😂😂
Awesome! I’ve been waiting for this. Im going to enjoy this a good bit.
I was lucky to get my hands on one so soon
@@ClickSpringReview well I’m very happy you did; it was a stellar review. I’m very looking forward to the comparison with the UX.
Cheers Sir I do get worried that I go on a bit when I do a Sinn review
@@ClickSpringReviewActually Barry you don't go on for long enough! 😉👍
You should tell my wife that Bob lol
Nice watch Barry and pleased to see FCW supporting you again. The downside is the oil filled, I dont see the benefit to this type of watch unless you are a serious diver, even saturation divers would not need it given they can take anything to pressure in the bell and then swim with them. Problem arises with battery change as that is a significant price for a battery change. you would not service this movement either as its more economical to just buy a new one. Looks a nice watch but thats where it ends for me. good review all the same. Mike.
Hi Mike, it's true no body is really ever going to use this to even a 3rd of what it can do and you right that its easier just to drop a new movement in after all thats what I would do myself, But if it was the ETA 955.652 used in the UX model thats a different story. The bonus is they only need a new battery around every 5/8 years some times longer than that, When I had a Breitling Aerospace that needed one every 2 years at a cost of £150 back then, 👍🏻
I heard these are difficult when it comes to service time to change the battery, only sinn can do it? so seems like a pain
When I had my change I sent Sinn a email and they sent me a prepaid label and it was as easy as that, In total it cost around £225 which isn't bad every 5/8 years plus they give you a Sinn travel case
Hey, just a suggestion, at 3:20 a super slow-mo would help maybe?
Good point I can maybe do a Shorts Video of that
I would daily this if it had a solar movement!
My EZM2 oil filled was my daily for many years, Only down side with solar they like to be worn daily if you don't wear them for a few months its not good for the battery
@@ClickSpringReview agreed solar is a double edged sword. I’m constantly rotating them or storing them near a window to keep charged
I miss the „Lego Style Dial“ it was the signature of the U Series in my opinion.
Only the U1 and later the U50 had the lego hands, The U2, U212, UX and U1000 had these hands, they were designate EZM models Stephen
Of course, u 100% right, but it was not the U2 or UX that making the attention, it was the U1, that interprets the Diver/Toolwatch genre of an outstanding and unique design, far from all the boring Submarinerclones and the most significant feature, so my perception, is that Dial and Hands in „Lego“Style…
Wish ur happy Easter Berry, greatings from Germany
You are right Stephen , Happy Easter Sir ps I do miss the father land as I used to live there for around 16 /17 years
Hi Barry ! Nice review but sorry it’s too expensive 😳 love my U50 fully tegimented it’s more than enough always like Sinn watches but what’s the point make such an expensive watch like that 😳 if you need to change battery man that’s insane 200€ for battery man !!!!!
A chronograph servicing in 5 years! Only if had fall on floor very hard that’s bad and maybe it could need go for service but that’s another thing not 200€ for a battery swap mama mia !
Rather buy those cool Goldbromze much more of a watch almost same price me saying… plus Sinn had raised prices a lot since December not sure if it’s because the hype in Us, Japan … anyway thanks for the nice review @Barry !
By the way got a question for you it’s of topic sorry it’s about oil for Arkansas stone I’ve checked Amazon and not sure what are best ??? As I’ve need buy it from Amazon Spain and they call it oil for sharpening knifes 😳 if you can point me a brand would appreciate Barry thanks mate !
This one is still less than the standard UX model, the battery in my ones both lasted around 8 years which is amazing, In 8 years a 103 chrono with AR will cost you over 1000 euros suddenly 200 doesn't sound to bad remember its not just a battery but its the special oil they fill the case with. No other watches in the world is as water resistance as these are they are truly something special and used by the German military. I use water stones for my Kitchen knifes, they are so sharp I can cut paper with them, Or if your thinking of sharping your screwdrivers a diamond card is better
Awesome. Thanks!
You're welcome Sir
A really Navy attitude style watch
Yeah 100% its a bit of a beast this one
@@ClickSpringReview Ive been on a rather watch buying spree this week . Last week I purchased a Seiko Marine Master with green dial, robust to say the least. Yesterday an Alpinist in green and leather as well as a Longines Spirit Zulu on leather. I had originally went to visit an Rolex Air King however it was a earlier model , I was hopeful of the most current upgrade. Rolex can be a bit of a struggle when seeking a favorite.
I can get you a Rolex Air king no problem at all being based in the Jewellery Quarter 👍🏻
@@ClickSpringReview Thanks I like watches but Rolex makes you bleed with over retail. I know they are well made but I'm holding back on the brand as is not just a purchase but a investment.
Nobody has ever needed a 5KM diving watch, and nobody ever will. But you get all the disadvantages of a floppy seconds hand that never aligns perfectly with the indices, plus it doesn't even set itself, so it's always going to be slightly off. Other than viewing underwater from extreme angles (which is fun), what exactly is the point?
The Hydro range are one of the few quartz models were my friends have revered on about. I was wearing my UX last night and a friend who knows what watches I own thinks this is by far the best, The clarity due to the oil is simply unrivalled . Its true no people will ever need a 5km diver but still nice to have
great video, love the watch but is it High Accuracy Quartz and thermo compensated like the old/bigger version?
Unfortunately its doesn't thermo compensation like the UX, If I remember I'll take it to work Tuesday and test the accuracy of the quartz movement I can't do that here at home
I was disappointed to see this when it came out. Still going to be more accurate than any auto but not to the same level as the UX.
I was hoping Sinn modified this Ronda with aged quartz to make it more stable and accurate but confirmed with factory that they do not modify or regulate. So short of a unknown "top grade" Ronda Sinn might have released a highly anticipated watch without thinking how a $30 movement could tarnish its UX/U50/Hydro's reputations.@@ClickSpringReview
If I remember I'll take the Hydra to work Tuesday and test the accuracy of it and see. Unfortunately ETA won't supply movements outside of the Swatch group anymore, I believe do still with the UX because they are still under contract to do so but could be wrong
So this or go for the UX SDR?
The UX has the better movement but it all comes down to what you feel more comfortable with on the wrist.
Still torn on that one, I probably had too high expectations after all this wait.
Yeah I'm happy I didn't sell my UX now
My word, I thought for a few mins this was a smart watch 😂
He,he 😁👍🏻
Thanks Barry and First Class. I have this exact watch, and Bob's 103 too. I love the looks of this SDR but you'd shocked by how many ridicules/skepticisms this U50's Ronda movement has been getting online. Anyhow i hope long run accuracy will prove doubters wrong.
I love the fact you have both, thats very cool
It's not skepticism, it's just a cheap movement in a very expensive watch.
Unfortunately ETA will no longer supply brands outside of the Swatch group
@ClickSpringReview I get it, however, why the current production of the UX still uses ETA?
IMO, this guys wanted to save a few francs with the U50 hydro.
I think ETA is still under contract to supply movement for this watch as the contract was made some 17 years ago but they wont supply for new models
Why didn't they keep the lego-block hands? That's the DNA of the U50/U1!
For that single reason it's a hard no from me, and I'm quite familiar with Sinn.
I'd love a U1 with swords over the lego hands. Looks like they have upped the torque a little on the seconds hand.
I have both (u50s and u50 hydro) and they are just very different watches despite of same black dial and cases. And who knows, maybe Lego hands have too much drag moving throgh oil.
It’s a good way to distinguish model series at a glance with the different hands, you know if it’s mechanical or quartz from quite far across the room!
@@1millionstartupsYes could well be a case the swords are fractionally lighter and less draggy. That or as mentioned its a look choice to distinguish between hydro and non hydro.
So if I understand correctly, you might get five to ten years battery life, but in order to change the battery, you have to send it to the factory, and pay >£200. My friend, I think they saw you coming. Sinn is the new Grand Seiko. I think I'll pass. Let the gimmicks be quiet.
My Breitling needed a battery change every 2 year they charge around £150 Tissot T touch was about £120 every 2 years also, The Sinn Factory is the only place which can refill the oil so your talking around £28 a year you have to set aside sounds like a bargain to me, Remember the German military (GSG9) have been using this watch in the UX and EZM2 for over 25 years
@@ClickSpringReview Point taken, but I'm old-school and will change my own batteries. My concern is OEMs tying owners (sorry, consumers) to esoteric servicing requirements. We see it in the electronics industry (qv Right to Repair) and the car industry (qv BMW and their proprietary nuts and now with software activation of existing features). Perhaps a few U50 Hydro owners will decide to service and re-oil their property themselves. After all, I image it's only filled with 3-in-1-type light machine oil. My quest for a reasonably-priced T50 continues.
I know they used to use a silicon oil but changed this around 2007 for a different type as it was affecting the lume. The standard auto movement uses about 7 different types of oil/grease, its so expensive 9010 cost me £20 for 2ml, Epilame which you drop so parts into to help the oil stick to them costs me £70 for 50ml, the oils used are crazy prices
you should be servicing your automatic movements at about the same interval so what's the difference
@@GollyGDean Because 90% of auto watches contain common, standardised movements for which parts are freely available. Despite the decline of independent watchmakers, it is at lest conceivable that you can find one trader to service your watch. Being forced to use the OEM for servicing is a fundamental consumer problem. Look up Right to Repair. It's a thing and it's important to all of us as consumers. Adding esoteric complication to ordinary watches is ultimately a marketing ploy.
Looks like there's no crystal at all !
Yeah exactly as I say its almost like a LCD screen from a smart watch