The 556i was my "twenties grail" and I was able to justify to price last year as an engagement watch (at 28!). The A variant is certainly beautiful, but prefer the negative space and piano gloss dial over this version. The 556 series is totally understated and nearly bulletproof. I wear it every day on the ambulance as a paramedic, and plan on wearing it to my wedding as well. How's that for a flex piece?
Thank you for watching Glen. The 556I is my personal favourite Sinn piece. I love the symmetry of the dial. Congratulations. Excellent choice. Wear yours in good health. Regards, #WR4K
Took a while to decide between the 556A and 104. In the end I went for the 104 and felt totally underwhelmed with it. Perhaps it’s a grower I thought like the Seiko Sarb035. Nope, hated it so I sold it. 2 years and a few watches later I have the 556A and I’m delighted with it.
I am literally buying one of these today , I had already decided on that prior to your review. ( having spent a couple of days of homework on it ) Not only do I love the watch , but I think your review style is magnificent. Thx. Sub.
Ive just ordered the 556 A RS ( RED seconds )...like the contrast pop of colour. Now all I have to do is survive the wait time! I've got to say it again , this review is fantastic, your close in camera work and well measured voice over make for a great experience in every way . Thx mate. All love to the Poms! signed ..'DownUnder' watch lover.
@@watchreviews4k my only, very small , gripe was the pressed/ folded clasp , but who cares it's going to get beaten around - it is a tool watch after all.
Thanks for this excellent review, John. I love the hex screws on the bracelet of this beautiful piece… Sinn does make some outstanding watches. Thanks for sharing. Regards
Thank you for watching Mario. Glad you enjoyed it. Yes, the hex screws are excellent. Much easier resizing than using flat head screws, or push pins. Regards, #WR4K
I have an earlier 556i with ETA; I think the hands (proportions) work much better on the A than i ( I understand that Helmut Sinn was a pilot, and the hands are very instrument inspired). Otherwise a great wearing watch of real quality that more than delivers on its promise.
This is a pleasent surprise. A friend of mine recently bought two German watches one being a Zeppelin-Chrono, don't remember the other sadly. Both we're a bit of a letdown with the chronocomplication not working properly after less than a year and the other being shipped with mineral at a pricepoint of 500-600€. He scratched the crystal up rather badly in an accident. They honestly made me doubt our "Made in Germany" brand, very glad to see such a solid watch from another manufacturer, i might even get one for my bachelors degree. Will you ever look into Raymond Weil btw.? I got one myself and am very happy with it.
I am selling my Sinn 556A. Nice watch but I realise I have too many black dial watches in my collection. Must say though, it's got to be one of the most accurate watched I have owned.
Thank you for watching. Glad you enjoyed it. Yes, I will be reviewing more Sinn pieces. I recommend chronext.com Use the "4K" discount code for 50 Euro off. Regards, #WR4K
I get cringey at phrases like "Within COSC specifications when fully wound." COSC requires having that accuracy while diving 24 hours into the power reserve in addition to various positions and temperature tests. That said, all my sw200 watches do pretty well!
COSC certification is still rather superficial relative to other protocols followed. That said, I’ve got several watches with the SW200 regulated well within spec, barely more than a second per day, on wrist or off, day in, day out for extended periods of time. I wouldn’t pay extra for a watch simply because it’s COSC certified at this point. There’s too many well regulated options for less.
No real point covering up the serial number on the warranty-card when you show it at length on the case-back... ;) The one criticism I have of this and other Sinns is the bracelet. The relative bulkiness of it is probably more a matter of personal taste, but the lack of half-links and the rather primitive clasp are a bit disappointing at this price-point. I'd also like to see a bit more taper on their bracelets. The head of the watch is so tool-y and no-nonsense that a 20mm to 16m taper would add a bit of sophistication. When I bought my CW C63 Auto, this very Sinn was the other watch I had on my wish-list. It mainly lost out due to its higher price and inferior, more agricultural looking clasp. It (along with some other Sinn models) is still on my list though - I really like the brand.
this is by far the most gorgeous wrist watch i ever want. simple and sleek. my grail watch.
Thank you for watching. Glad you enjoyed it. Regards, #WR4K
The 556i was my "twenties grail" and I was able to justify to price last year as an engagement watch (at 28!). The A variant is certainly beautiful, but prefer the negative space and piano gloss dial over this version. The 556 series is totally understated and nearly bulletproof. I wear it every day on the ambulance as a paramedic, and plan on wearing it to my wedding as well. How's that for a flex piece?
Thank you for watching Glen. The 556I is my personal favourite Sinn piece. I love the symmetry of the dial. Congratulations. Excellent choice. Wear yours in good health. Regards, #WR4K
Congrats!
I prefer the i as well for the reasons you said but also for the “automatik”.
@@NexDim. Thank you for watching Shua. Regards, #WR4K
Took a while to decide between the 556A and 104. In the end I went for the 104 and felt totally underwhelmed with it. Perhaps it’s a grower I thought like the Seiko Sarb035. Nope, hated it so I sold it. 2 years and a few watches later I have the 556A and I’m delighted with it.
I am literally buying one of these today , I had already decided on that prior to your review. ( having spent a couple of days of homework on it )
Not only do I love the watch , but I think your review style is magnificent. Thx.
Sub.
Thank you for watching Peter. Glad you enjoyed it. Congratulations. Excellent choice. Wear yours in good health. Regards, #WR4K
Ive just ordered the 556 A RS ( RED seconds )...like the contrast pop of colour. Now all I have to do is survive the wait time!
I've got to say it again , this review is fantastic, your close in camera work and well measured voice over make for a great experience in every way .
Thx mate. All love to the Poms!
signed ..'DownUnder' watch lover.
The 556 A RS is a lovely looking piece. Agreed, the red second hand is a nice contrast. Congratulations. Wear it in good health. Regards, #WR4K
@@watchreviews4k my only, very small , gripe was the pressed/ folded clasp , but who cares it's going to get beaten around - it is a tool watch after all.
I think the reason there's only 3 microadjustments in the clasp is because of the fitment of the divers extension.
There are several amazing watches made by Sinn.
Agreed. I am looking forward to reviewing a Sinn 104 St Sa I A soon. Regards, #WR4K
Thanks for this excellent review, John. I love the hex screws on the bracelet of this beautiful piece… Sinn does make some outstanding watches. Thanks for sharing. Regards
Thank you for watching Mario. Glad you enjoyed it. Yes, the hex screws are excellent. Much easier resizing than using flat head screws, or push pins. Regards, #WR4K
I have an earlier 556i with ETA; I think the hands (proportions) work much better on the A than i ( I understand that Helmut Sinn was a pilot, and the hands are very instrument inspired). Otherwise a great wearing watch of real quality that more than delivers on its promise.
Very nice watch. I got the same with the leather band and red second hand.
Thank you for watching. Glad you enjoyed it. Congratulations. Excellent choice. Wear yours in good health. Regards, #WR4K
What a great review.
This is a pleasent surprise. A friend of mine recently bought two German watches one being a Zeppelin-Chrono, don't remember the other sadly. Both we're a bit of a letdown with the chronocomplication not working properly after less than a year and the other being shipped with mineral at a pricepoint of 500-600€. He scratched the crystal up rather badly in an accident. They honestly made me doubt our "Made in Germany" brand, very glad to see such a solid watch from another manufacturer, i might even get one for my bachelors degree. Will you ever look into Raymond Weil btw.? I got one myself and am very happy with it.
Thank you for watching Phillip. Regards, #WR4K
I am selling my Sinn 556A. Nice watch but I realise I have too many black dial watches in my collection. Must say though, it's got to be one of the most accurate watched I have owned.
Thank you for watching Khurram. Regards, #WR4K
Amazing watch!
Thank you for watching. Glad you enjoyed it. Regards, #WR4K
Lovely review. Is there any chance you will review more Sinns. Also, what would be the best place to purchase a new Sinn? Regards.
Thank you for watching. Glad you enjoyed it. Yes, I will be reviewing more Sinn pieces. I recommend chronext.com Use the "4K" discount code for 50 Euro off. Regards, #WR4K
It’s always been my understanding that Sinn uses the top grade sw200-1. Has that changed, or is one us mistaken?
Yes, the SW200-1 is top grade. Apologies for the error. Regards, #WR4K
@@watchreviews4k mine is running +9 sec per day.
@@bud_zdorovim Mine is at +6 per day. I'm okay with that.
I get cringey at phrases like "Within COSC specifications when fully wound." COSC requires having that accuracy while diving 24 hours into the power reserve in addition to various positions and temperature tests. That said, all my sw200 watches do pretty well!
Thank you for watching Donald. Regards, #WR4K
COSC certification is still rather superficial relative to other protocols followed. That said, I’ve got several watches with the SW200 regulated well within spec, barely more than a second per day, on wrist or off, day in, day out for extended periods of time. I wouldn’t pay extra for a watch simply because it’s COSC certified at this point. There’s too many well regulated options for less.
@@waterfordrs22 Thank you for watching Robert. Regards, #WR4K
The only reason I am holding back is because of the AR on the top . It's. A shame . I do want one .
No real point covering up the serial number on the warranty-card when you show it at length on the case-back... ;)
The one criticism I have of this and other Sinns is the bracelet. The relative bulkiness of it is probably more a matter of personal taste, but the lack of half-links and the rather primitive clasp are a bit disappointing at this price-point. I'd also like to see a bit more taper on their bracelets. The head of the watch is so tool-y and no-nonsense that a 20mm to 16m taper would add a bit of sophistication.
When I bought my CW C63 Auto, this very Sinn was the other watch I had on my wish-list. It mainly lost out due to its higher price and inferior, more agricultural looking clasp. It (along with some other Sinn models) is still on my list though - I really like the brand.
Thank you for watching. Regards, #WR4K
How’s the C63 working out? These are at the top of my list too
@@davidvandusen6556 Check out my C63 review below David. Regards, #WR4K
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