Sometimes there is beauty in simplicity and in my opinion Sinn exemplifies that idea. it also sort of fulfills the notion of being everything you need and nothing that you don't.
I am new to watch collecting and purchased my 556 A RS last year from Watch-Buys which I believe is the only authorized US authorized dealer. I paid about $1700 for mine new. Just like my 10 year old 4Runner, the watch is reliable, functional and a classic. It’s all you need. For now…
I might be in the minority, but this dial design appeals to my tastes. Like the Explorer 1 and the Smith's, the splash of red on the second hand brings this all together. Thanks for the great content.
I absolutely LOVE my Sinn 556 A RS. Purchased this recently and it's so much better on the wrist. It's been months and honeymoon period has not worn off.
Great video as always. Love the 556 and little known fact is that the Sinn’s cases are manufactured by its subsidiary SUG, and it doesn’t take a whole lot of research to discover who else SUG manufacture exceptional cases of high quality for, meaning the humble 556 has some very fancy cousins!
10 months ago, I almost bought a 556A RS after watching your video. However, the golden rotor that I really loved was replaced for a silver one. Plus the fact that the price in Canada is way higher than in Europe, I did not want it at the end. 5 days ago, I bought a second hand 556A and really... WHAT A WATCH.
I fully agree with your assessment. My 556 A has by far the best legibility of all my watches. I visited the Sinn factory in Frankfurt shortly after I bought the watch in 2018 (so it still came with the ETA 2824-2 movement). Bang-for-buck wise, I think Sinn makes the best tool watches. (Plus the best, super-informative catalogues!)
It’s very hard to find a better watch with these specs, on a bracelet, with such a versatile, yet brand-specific design in this price segment. The 556i has been my primary do-it-all, most-worn watch for about 3 years now. Picked it up for $1k and have yet to find another watch that has given me such bang for the buck.
I grabbed mine (finally) in December for around the same price. I had been waiting for a 556A RS on the fine link bracelet to pop up and when it did I grabbed it. I cannot take this watch off. I go to grab it every day.
Excellent review. It’s amazing how a splash of red can make all the difference. This is a perfect alternative for the Explorer imo. I personally don’t mind the small date window. I can forgive Hans 😎
Bought the 556i RS this week new since I couldn't find a second hand one. It is the perfect do everything watch. Great size, sturdy, nice and clean design, very under the radar.
I have the 556 mother of pearl and love it. It has extra subtle flair the others dont. The dial is much better in person than pictures, and is different from every angle. Surprisingly the halfway point of rugged and dressy works well for it. It also runs +1s/day or less to boot. Oddly mine came with a silver rotor, only thing i can complain about
Gorgeous little watch, but for some reason the dial feels unbalanced to me. Just a little bit of writing above the 6 would've made it better for me. Especially with some red text.
Great review. Just bought the very same 556 a rs. It's a very cool looking tool watch. Minimalist in its own way but the red second hand definitely draws the eye.
I dig it. I thought it was a Bell & Ross in the thumbnail - which I love but can’t rationalize buying - and fits my collection perfectly as a next tier Pilot / Field.
I love Sinn. They are just original, quality, and no nonsense. They make tool watches - not pretend tool watches that are actually really just luxury trinkets (looking at you Omega / Rolex / Tudor etc). Rewind 40-50-60 years to the hayday of tool watches and those Swiss brands where killing it and the price was more akin to what Sinn go for in todays market (inflation adjusted). If you are after a proper tool watch to use as an actual tool you don’t buy an explorer, black bay, seamaster, super ocean, SEAQ etc (you buy those to have a luxury expensive timepiece with tool capabilities - there is a major difference). Instead you buy a Sinn - a Damasko - a citizen even. Great video
@7:23 "Tegiment" is a Sinn marketing word (latin for shell/armour). The actual technology is from Bodycote, a UK company, and known as S3P (Specialty Stainless Steel Processes) which itself is based on the kolsterising process invented by Dutch professor Bel Kolster in the 1980s.
I think you went a little low on the movement. Yes, a normal Sellita isn’t anything special, but the Sellita used in the Sinn is a “top grade” movement just one step away from being COSC certified. And it’s decorated a bit nicer than an average Sellita. On top of all of that, Sinn manually regulates each one. It’s a solid 8/10 movement for me.
It is my most worn watch of 2022. For a good reason. It is a quality companion, like would be a slowly ageing dog. Some could find him boring, but It will never let you down.
I went for the 556ib A beautiful Sunday blue dial, much nicer finishing so it dresses up well on a strap but the multi link bracelet is also fantastic. A better proposition than all the other 556 variants. For me.
I love the sword hands, they look like hands in a pilot cockpit gauge. The red seconds hands is cool too..looks like the needle in a tachometer of a sports car :D
It's hard to spend more then what I did for my Sinn on anything else, they're an incredible value. Their EZM and U series lines are the last true tool watches being made across any brand - impressive specs, matte finishes, excellent legibility.
I like this watch a lot, superb legibility at a glance. Without trying to offend any person by name, I am not a fan of the person who decided to have the date complication but I am a fan of the person(s) who implemented it very small with white on black as does 'hide' well enough not to be too distracting and certainly it would not put me off. I have to agree that the red on the seconds hand really does make the dial pop more. If I were considering this watch I think I'd prefer it on a decent leather strap that I think would possibly add to the great tool like design.
I believe in this case RS is rot sekunde, same for the A and I, it is just a case that the german words have the same first letter than the english ones.
A 556A has been my daily watch for 10 years no regrets, only watch people know what it is. I travel in Asia no risk of being mugged and no “valuing” in meetings. Isn’t that a box to tick a full tool watch that just does it’s job without fuss? Ja buy za SINN!!!
Nice review, enjoy your new watch! I am a happy 556A owner. Wearing it right now. It's my favourite watch. I bought it new around 4 years ago for £720 on leather! Those were the days. Since then I bought the fine link bracelet directly from Sinn in Germany (personal taste but I prefer the fine link for pilot's watches) and wear this watch on bracelet everyday. I also own the Alpinist (SARB017) which I love. As the old saying goes, why pay more?
Very cool watch without a doubt. But for an alternative pilot watch, I'd advise folks to take a look at the Damasko DK-30 which is also German but contains a genuine in-house movement, and is made of ice-hardened steel (unlike the 556; Sinn doesn't offer regimented steel on this model). Oh, and it's also slimmer and less expensive. Not sure why we're talking about $1000-ish since the Sinn on a bracelet goes for at least $1,500.
The DK-30 is ~$1342 at the two US sellers. To my knowledge, and after looking at their offerings, neither sell it with the bracelet. You can buy the bracelet directly from Damasko, who charges €770.00, which works out to $833.00 before shipping and duties. The Sinn 556 with an H-Link bracelet is $1530 with the comparable Damasko bracelet is at least 42% more expensive. Personally, if I was buying the Damasko, I'd go with the DS30 and save ~$350 as I'd rather have the ETA movement rather than an in-house clone of the 2824 from a relatively new movement manufacturer. "In-house" doesn't mean better. "Submarine Steel" maybe good marketing, but not sure if it's a true benefit in normal real world use.
I hesitated between the 556 models for a while, and since I have already a flieger-explorer like with the Tudor North Flag, so I picked the 556 mother of pearl, great watch, great size, elegant daily and much more refined than my Seiko and much less obvious than my luxury pieces. One issue I have with the RS from day one is with the 3rd hand, I wished it was thinner and longer, the tip ending closer to the inner case. All in all, the 556 would deserve more attention, Sinn is truly a great brand and, since I'm going regularly to their factory showroom in Frankfurt, they are truly nice people as well.
I own the 556irs on a fine link and a 556ib on h-link. Love the irs especially. Simple, solid, clean. Got them both used but mint for around 900euro's a piece. I live in the Netherlands.
Have the 556i RS. Got it, because the one with the white seconds hand was sold out. I was not sure if i liked it at the beginning, because I found that stark minimalistic monochrome look very cool. However, now I agree with you on the red pop of colour - it really adds some interest. It is now, I think, my favourite everyday watch. The bracelet feels very substantial, and with it the watch feels very solid and pleasantly heavy, and sits perfect on my wrist. I don't know, somehow this weight in a pretty small watch feels like it has more value. Also, about the satin case and bracelet - it is very well done and fits the style and purpose of the watch. I feel like some polishing would an an unnecessary bling, and it would be less impactful design. So, I feel like Sinn did everything right with this one (and the dat window on the i model is at 3 o'clock, btw, so no issues there as well). Thanks for the great review!
I love Sinn's design so much I'm trying to find some good Sinn style hands for a (Myiota 8315) watch that is an homage of something else, but has stong Sinn design style
I have this one but with the white seconds hand. To me the red hand actually takes away from the visual style. But that's subjective. Anyways, i love the watch and it only gets better looking after a little wear and tear. If it was a thermally compensated high accuracy quartz watch, I would say it would be as close to perfect as a watch could be. (Also a highly subjective opinion, I'm aware..) Great video!
I have the 556iRS. Love the looks of the H-Link bracelet and the ease of adjusting links. Would have wanted half links for finer adjustments AND no divers extension or that skydivers extension OR whatever extension you would call it. It makes the bracelet heavy and somehow it gets in the way of the microadjustment hole.
I had the 556A and it’s a hard watch to beat, I currently have an Explorer 1 36mm but it’s disappointing, the Sinn wears better, has crown guards, all brushed finish & is a sixth of the cost. I like the date display, you don’t really notice it till you need it. The clasp could be better as could the lume & Id happily pay more for these 2 things to be improved. There’s a gap that needs filling between a Sinn and a Rolex, Tudor nearly do that but at 3 times the price.
Hi Max. I love the style of this watch, out of budget for me at the moment. A Seiko Sarg011 will do for now. For half the price, provided you find one.😅😁
I have a few different seiko’s and other watches and after getting my 556i (originally dreamed of the 556ars), I only rotate between the Sinn and my Casio world timer. Quite possibly the best 2 watch collection around $1000
It is a nice looking watch , Seiko and many watch companies have a similar looking watch. The price is high for what you get. It is a simple watch but the price is not.
Hey Max. Thanks for the great review. Owning a 556 makes me question other watches in my collection haha. Why did you pick the 556a RS instead of 556i RS? The 556a RS is great too, but I want to know why you opted for that. Thanks!
I'll be disappointed if the next House Hunters I encounter on TV doesn't start with: "Hi. I'm Grayson, and I work at Ikea for Hamsters." "I'm MacKenzie, and I research the effects of jazz fusion on the sex drive of wasps." "And we have a modest budget of $34 Million."
Great review of a watch that’s one of my all time favorites! I have to disagree though with the date window feeling like an afterthought. I think this is purposely the most unobtrusive date window of any watch. It can’t be accused of throwing off the balance of the design like many other watches do. (Date windows will always be a debate for enthusiasts) Also note that Sinn has modified the date wheel so that the numbers display “straight” instead of at an angle like many 4:30 date windows do.
I didn't like the markers of the 556i and monochromatic look of 556a, but Sinn fixed it. I really want to like this watch, but another watch brand won't let me. And that watch brand is Nomos...
I have the 556RS, slightly small for my wrist but still wearable, when I bought it, I picked the red second dial for the same reason as you. Bought it.a few years ago at the US AD and paid there abouts $1100 with sales tax. Only bitch is the small date, to the point I may not set it if in a rush.
To me the Sinn 556RS is a good alternative to the Tudor Ranger. I would choose the 556RS over the Ranger. Imo. I tried on the Ranger… uninspiring at the price they are charging.
I actually dig a lot of details for this watch. But I just don’t like those hands. Which is ironic as I love the aesthetic of it being inspired by instrument cluster dials. But, I’m failing to see the price point value on this. Aside from the name and the movement, it feels very much like an $800 watch. Entry level. If anything it really feels like a brand that designed an entry level watch, had it blow up in sales and then kept raising the prices to a point where it fails to meet value anymore. And while your version is nice, at the used price point you paid, it’s also super scuffed at that clasp. But it’s a tool watch and maybe that gives it some charm (I actually kind of dig a little “wear” and patina on my watches when it comes along naturally).
@@WatchCrunchOfficial haha! Sort of! I grew up in Toronto! But I went to university in Vancouver! The west completely stole my heart, swore I’d never live anywhere else! Until a certain Englishmen stole my heart! 😜✨ we still always say one day we will move back out west. Maybe Squamish?!
And interestingly, there are more Sinn dealers in Canada than the US: Roldorf (Vancouver), J. VAir Anderson (Calgary) and Classic Creations (Toronto), versus only WatchBuys for the entire US. And for a fun Sinn rabbit hole, check out the story of the Sinn 903 and how it helped rescue Breitling from near bankruptcy.
Not sure of your opinion on Islander watches, but they have a nice, similar looking watch for about $260 USD that is a great bargain - the ISL-54. Though it's a NH-35 movement in that one.
every watch designer should carefully design the position and appearance of date/day windows. Many dial design been spoiled by irresponsible design of the date windows apperance
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As someone named Hans who also owned this exact watch it felt pretty weird getting called out for creating that 4:30 date window!
LOL! 😂
Damn you Hans ✊
Sometimes there is beauty in simplicity and in my opinion Sinn exemplifies that idea. it also sort of fulfills the notion of being everything you need and nothing that you don't.
Exactly!
I am new to watch collecting and purchased my 556 A RS last year from Watch-Buys which I believe is the only authorized US authorized dealer. I paid about $1700 for mine new. Just like my 10 year old 4Runner, the watch is reliable, functional and a classic. It’s all you need. For now…
Great car-watch pairing 😉
you over paid by alot ... just saying ..... without a strap you can pick up a 556 for 800 -1000 us .
I might be in the minority, but this dial design appeals to my tastes. Like the Explorer 1 and the Smith's, the splash of red on the second hand brings this all together. Thanks for the great content.
Cheers Ed!
You're not in the minority. We all love this watch.
Nice review! RS here stands for "rote Sekunde" or red second in English. best wishes. Hans ;)
Wow! Danke Hans 😁
You forgot to mention 1 important thing: This SW200-1 movement is the top-grade version. It runs at COSC specs without the COSC certification.
If I were to buy one, I'd be relieved that the price increase wasn't going towards gaining the COSC certification.
@@jaysterling26COSC certification doesn't cost that much I think. I see COSC certified Tissot and Mido watches at under $500 all the time
I absolutely LOVE my Sinn 556 A RS. Purchased this recently and it's so much better on the wrist. It's been months and honeymoon period has not worn off.
Great video as always. Love the 556 and little known fact is that the Sinn’s cases are manufactured by its subsidiary SUG, and it doesn’t take a whole lot of research to discover who else SUG manufacture exceptional cases of high quality for, meaning the humble 556 has some very fancy cousins!
Which manufactures?
There are photos of A Lange und Söhne Watches with SUG symbol.....
10 months ago, I almost bought a 556A RS after watching your video. However, the golden rotor that I really loved was replaced for a silver one. Plus the fact that the price in Canada is way higher than in Europe, I did not want it at the end. 5 days ago, I bought a second hand 556A and really... WHAT A WATCH.
I fully agree with your assessment. My 556 A has by far the best legibility of all my watches.
I visited the Sinn factory in Frankfurt shortly after I bought the watch in 2018 (so it still came with the ETA 2824-2 movement).
Bang-for-buck wise, I think Sinn makes the best tool watches.
(Plus the best, super-informative catalogues!)
Nice, watch bros 🤜🤛
It’s very hard to find a better watch with these specs, on a bracelet, with such a versatile, yet brand-specific design in this price segment. The 556i has been my primary do-it-all, most-worn watch for about 3 years now. Picked it up for $1k and have yet to find another watch that has given me such bang for the buck.
I grabbed mine (finally) in December for around the same price. I had been waiting for a 556A RS on the fine link bracelet to pop up and when it did I grabbed it. I cannot take this watch off. I go to grab it every day.
Excellent review. It’s amazing how a splash of red can make all the difference. This is a perfect alternative for the Explorer imo. I personally don’t mind the small date window. I can forgive Hans 😎
Totally, the second hand really pops 👍
I have this model since 2 years and it's one of my absolute favorites. Love the look and the crown action alone puts much pricier watches to shame.
As a recent owner, this watch has a much better presence in real life than pics, go for it!
Bought the 556i RS this week new since I couldn't find a second hand one. It is the perfect do everything watch. Great size, sturdy, nice and clean design, very under the radar.
i've owned several 656's. i remember when you could get them for less than $400. i wore one for a year or so
I have the 556 mother of pearl and love it. It has extra subtle flair the others dont. The dial is much better in person than pictures, and is different from every angle. Surprisingly the halfway point of rugged and dressy works well for it. It also runs +1s/day or less to boot. Oddly mine came with a silver rotor, only thing i can complain about
Same. Tempted to get the white mop too.
Gorgeous little watch, but for some reason the dial feels unbalanced to me. Just a little bit of writing above the 6 would've made it better for me. Especially with some red text.
Ooo that'd be sick
Great review.
Just bought the very same 556 a rs. It's a very cool looking tool watch. Minimalist in its own way but the red second hand definitely draws the eye.
I dig it. I thought it was a Bell & Ross in the thumbnail - which I love but can’t rationalize buying - and fits my collection perfectly as a next tier Pilot / Field.
I need to review a B&R 👍
Interesting fact - Sinn were producing watches for B&R before ;)
I love Sinn. They are just original, quality, and no nonsense. They make tool watches - not pretend tool watches that are actually really just luxury trinkets (looking at you Omega / Rolex / Tudor etc). Rewind 40-50-60 years to the hayday of tool watches and those Swiss brands where killing it and the price was more akin to what Sinn go for in todays market (inflation adjusted). If you are after a proper tool watch to use as an actual tool you don’t buy an explorer, black bay, seamaster, super ocean, SEAQ etc (you buy those to have a luxury expensive timepiece with tool capabilities - there is a major difference). Instead you buy a Sinn - a Damasko - a citizen even.
Great video
😂
@7:23 "Tegiment" is a Sinn marketing word (latin for shell/armour). The actual technology is from Bodycote, a UK company, and known as S3P (Specialty Stainless Steel Processes) which itself is based on the kolsterising process invented by Dutch professor Bel Kolster in the 1980s.
Very cool, I don't understand it, but I'll take it 😃
I think you went a little low on the movement. Yes, a normal Sellita isn’t anything special, but the Sellita used in the Sinn is a “top grade” movement just one step away from being COSC certified. And it’s decorated a bit nicer than an average Sellita. On top of all of that, Sinn manually regulates each one. It’s a solid 8/10 movement for me.
It is my most worn watch of 2022. For a good reason. It is a quality companion, like would be a slowly ageing dog. Some could find him boring, but It will never let you down.
@@Ktrb yeah because you're already down
@@edrader 🤣
@Bartek M sure if you can't afford more, definitely go for a casio! Even a f91w my first watch as kid.
@@LaFritePerreGoat BOOM! 😂
I went for the 556ib
A beautiful Sunday blue dial, much nicer finishing so it dresses up well on a strap but the multi link bracelet is also fantastic. A better proposition than all the other 556 variants. For me.
Nice!
:43s -> hey that's me! Gotta say this watch impresses in person. I wasn't as into it based solely on photos, but bit really does pop on the wrist.
OWG-ing a Sinn 556i since 2 weeks back and really happy with it. Great watches. Was looking it this model first but went with the 556i in the end.
I love the sword hands, they look like hands in a pilot cockpit gauge. The red seconds hands is cool too..looks like the needle in a tachometer of a sports car :D
It's hard to spend more then what I did for my Sinn on anything else, they're an incredible value. Their EZM and U series lines are the last true tool watches being made across any brand - impressive specs, matte finishes, excellent legibility.
Such good price propositions!
Exactly this!! Couldn't agree more 👍🏾
I like this watch a lot, superb legibility at a glance. Without trying to offend any person by name, I am not a fan of the person who decided to have the date complication but I am a fan of the person(s) who implemented it very small with white on black as does 'hide' well enough not to be too distracting and certainly it would not put me off. I have to agree that the red on the seconds hand really does make the dial pop more. If I were considering this watch I think I'd prefer it on a decent leather strap that I think would possibly add to the great tool like design.
Yeah it's stellar and the second hand sealed the deal for me 👌
556 is the model A=Arabics I=Indices RS=Red Seconds Hand. 556IRS is a 556 model with Indices and a Red Seconds Hand.
I believe in this case RS is rot sekunde, same for the A and I, it is just a case that the german words have the same first letter than the english ones.
I love my Sinn 556 ib but I would definitely trade it in for that rs
I have the 556i and love it. So well built, keeps great time, and love the inky black dial.
Great every day watch 👍
@@WatchCrunchOfficialDoes the 556 A not have the inky black dial?
Love Stanley Park...Like Sinn but like Oris never loved it to own one
If you liked the spitfire... 🤔
Ive been eyeing this for a while
I own a 104 and the 104 is brilliant
I love the 104 too!
A 556A has been my daily watch for 10 years no regrets, only watch people know what it is. I travel in Asia no risk of being mugged and no “valuing” in meetings. Isn’t that a box to tick a full tool watch that just does it’s job without fuss? Ja buy za SINN!!!
I actually wanted this watch for my wedding, simple and beautiful
Nice review, enjoy your new watch! I am a happy 556A owner. Wearing it right now. It's my favourite watch. I bought it new around 4 years ago for £720 on leather! Those were the days. Since then I bought the fine link bracelet directly from Sinn in Germany (personal taste but I prefer the fine link for pilot's watches) and wear this watch on bracelet everyday. I also own the Alpinist (SARB017) which I love. As the old saying goes, why pay more?
Very cool watch without a doubt. But for an alternative pilot watch, I'd advise folks to take a look at the Damasko DK-30 which is also German but contains a genuine in-house movement, and is made of ice-hardened steel (unlike the 556; Sinn doesn't offer regimented steel on this model). Oh, and it's also slimmer and less expensive. Not sure why we're talking about $1000-ish since the Sinn on a bracelet goes for at least $1,500.
The DK-30 is ~$1342 at the two US sellers. To my knowledge, and after looking at their offerings, neither sell it with the bracelet. You can buy the bracelet directly from Damasko, who charges €770.00, which works out to $833.00 before shipping and duties. The Sinn 556 with an H-Link bracelet is $1530 with the comparable Damasko bracelet is at least 42% more expensive. Personally, if I was buying the Damasko, I'd go with the DS30 and save ~$350 as I'd rather have the ETA movement rather than an in-house clone of the 2824 from a relatively new movement manufacturer. "In-house" doesn't mean better. "Submarine Steel" maybe good marketing, but not sure if it's a true benefit in normal real world use.
Looks much nicer than the comparable Tudor Ranger and wayyyyy cheaper.
I hesitated between the 556 models for a while, and since I have already a flieger-explorer like with the Tudor North Flag, so I picked the 556 mother of pearl, great watch, great size, elegant daily and much more refined than my Seiko and much less obvious than my luxury pieces.
One issue I have with the RS from day one is with the 3rd hand, I wished it was thinner and longer, the tip ending closer to the inner case.
All in all, the 556 would deserve more attention, Sinn is truly a great brand and, since I'm going regularly to their factory showroom in Frankfurt, they are truly nice people as well.
That MOP is killer
Have owned the standard, white seconds hand Sinn 556 for 3 years. No other watch can compete in the OneWatchCollection game. Period.
Game, set, match 👌
I own the 556irs on a fine link and a 556ib on h-link.
Love the irs especially. Simple, solid, clean.
Got them both used but mint for around 900euro's a piece.
I live in the Netherlands.
RS designation is Rally Sport. Stanley Park is such a great place. It was nice meeting you Max and the gang.
A beautiful watch. I have a 356 and love the H link bracelet.
Have the 556i RS. Got it, because the one with the white seconds hand was sold out. I was not sure if i liked it at the beginning, because I found that stark minimalistic monochrome look very cool. However, now I agree with you on the red pop of colour - it really adds some interest. It is now, I think, my favourite everyday watch. The bracelet feels very substantial, and with it the watch feels very solid and pleasantly heavy, and sits perfect on my wrist. I don't know, somehow this weight in a pretty small watch feels like it has more value. Also, about the satin case and bracelet - it is very well done and fits the style and purpose of the watch. I feel like some polishing would an an unnecessary bling, and it would be less impactful design. So, I feel like Sinn did everything right with this one (and the dat window on the i model is at 3 o'clock, btw, so no issues there as well). Thanks for the great review!
The universe thought ahead for you 😉
Personally, I prefer the the monochromatic 556A, but it's a beauty no matter which version you're viewing.
I think the red second hand defeats the utilitarian charm of the 556a. Would rather have the white.
Nice video. Also I think RS stands for red seconds.
I love Sinn's design so much I'm trying to find some good Sinn style hands for a (Myiota 8315) watch that is an homage of something else, but has stong Sinn design style
Sounds like a fun build
Ohh i was thinking of buying this watch and you dropped a review. I think the universe is telling me something!
Oris is better!
You won't regret it 😉
I have this one but with the white seconds hand. To me the red hand actually takes away from the visual style. But that's subjective. Anyways, i love the watch and it only gets better looking after a little wear and tear. If it was a thermally compensated high accuracy quartz watch, I would say it would be as close to perfect as a watch could be. (Also a highly subjective opinion, I'm aware..) Great video!
I bought and sold the 556 twice. Great watch but I noticed I always reached for my Aquaterra or Alpinist more.
For versatility & value ( movement) the price falls in the middle.
I love how they twisted RS into Red Seconds
Own the original since 2011. Never left my system. 556A to be exact.
I’ve owned the Sinn 856 for a long time and LOVE it. Such a great and robust watch
Leveled up 👍
I have the 556iRS. Love the looks of the H-Link bracelet and the ease of adjusting links. Would have wanted half links for finer adjustments AND no divers extension or that skydivers extension OR whatever extension you would call it. It makes the bracelet heavy and somehow it gets in the way of the microadjustment hole.
Good point about the micro adjusts
I normally hate 4:30 date windows, but in this model I even like it
I had the 556A and it’s a hard watch to beat, I currently have an Explorer 1 36mm but it’s disappointing, the Sinn wears better, has crown guards, all brushed finish & is a sixth of the cost.
I like the date display, you don’t really notice it till you need it. The clasp could be better as could the lume & Id happily pay more for these 2 things to be improved. There’s a gap that needs filling between a Sinn and a Rolex, Tudor nearly do that but at 3 times the price.
Nice watch. I didn't realize that they had introduced some with colored dials, which looked interesting,
Hi Max. I love the style of this watch, out of budget for me at the moment. A Seiko Sarg011 will do for now. For half the price, provided you find one.😅😁
Very nice 👌.
I have a few different seiko’s and other watches and after getting my 556i (originally dreamed of the 556ars), I only rotate between the Sinn and my Casio world timer. Quite possibly the best 2 watch collection around $1000
Robust combo 👍
Thinking of selling my BB58 for one of these 🤔
I can think of my Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst bespoke edition (Royal Marines Commando)
Just picked up the Sandhurst series 1. Lovely watch.
It's a Skydivers extension 😅 for when the Pilot needs to bailout
I've always liked the 556. Not sure why I don't own one.
It is a nice looking watch , Seiko and many watch companies have a similar looking watch.
The price is high for what you get. It is a simple watch but the price is not.
I like the color matched date wheel, but too small. That 556 needs the white on the hour hand to be orange or yellow.
Seems idyllic in form and function . The crown action I feel is perfect . Very nice .
Hey Max. Thanks for the great review. Owning a 556 makes me question other watches in my collection haha. Why did you pick the 556a RS instead of 556i RS? The 556a RS is great too, but I want to know why you opted for that. Thanks!
I like the big Arabic numerals to break up the monotony
I'll be disappointed if the next House Hunters I encounter on TV doesn't start with:
"Hi. I'm Grayson, and I work at Ikea for Hamsters."
"I'm MacKenzie, and I research the effects of jazz fusion on the sex drive of wasps."
"And we have a modest budget of $34 Million."
LOL I love it Nolan 🤣
Great review of a watch that’s one of my all time favorites!
I have to disagree though with the date window feeling like an afterthought.
I think this is purposely the most unobtrusive date window of any watch. It can’t be accused of throwing off the balance of the design like many other watches do. (Date windows will always be a debate for enthusiasts)
Also note that Sinn has modified the date wheel so that the numbers display “straight” instead of at an angle like many 4:30 date windows do.
I don't mind the date, but I wish they'd radially oriented it instead of making it vertical 🤔
I love this watch. In the US the retail is 1100? In Japan where I am they sell it for 2200😅
Oh geez 😮
My favourite watch and think you got it's score pretty spot on Max.
very helpful list you produced at the end 🙂
Better one collection than the Sin 556?? For a little bit more money - get a rotating bezel - the Sinn 104. Class act.
Another classic 👌
Other than the Arabic numerals, do you think the Damasko DS/DK 32 gives it a run for its money?
Yes i like both.
I chose the DS30 over the 556i, both great every day watches, I don't regret my choice.
I didn't like the markers of the 556i and monochromatic look of 556a, but Sinn fixed it. I really want to like this watch, but another watch brand won't let me. And that watch brand is Nomos...
"We'll call him Hans." 🤣
Sinn 556 just needs to finally be usable when the sun starts going down. Hate the C1 Lume. It needs C3 X1 to improve it
I considered the Sinn 556 A RS but I bought the new Tudor Ranger instead.
Nice, very similar aesthetic
Any chance you’re thinking of letting that Porsche Design go? 😬😬❤️❤️
It's a great looking watch but since owning a CW I can't go back to having no otf adjustment. I just wish my Dartmouth had a display caseback.
Like the video. There’s a fiber by the center wheel pivot 5:45
I saw that!
I have the 556RS, slightly small for my wrist but still wearable, when I bought it, I picked the red second dial for the same reason as you. Bought it.a few years ago at the US AD and paid there abouts $1100 with sales tax. Only bitch is the small date, to the point I may not set it if in a rush.
We have the same taste 👍
Even though the numerals are big and functional on the A model, they aren't that balanced and I would go for the I version
I wear mine everyday, it’s been all over the world with me. I love it
Looks great, but I think that the Orient Outdoor has a better value.
No, steel hardening coating ❓
To me the Sinn 556RS is a good alternative to the Tudor Ranger. I would choose the 556RS over the Ranger. Imo. I tried on the Ranger… uninspiring at the price they are charging.
Would love to see you talk about the EZM 3 next!
I actually dig a lot of details for this watch. But I just don’t like those hands.
Which is ironic as I love the aesthetic of it being inspired by instrument cluster dials.
But, I’m failing to see the price point value on this. Aside from the name and the movement, it feels very much like an $800 watch. Entry level. If anything it really feels like a brand that designed an entry level watch, had it blow up in sales and then kept raising the prices to a point where it fails to meet value anymore.
And while your version is nice, at the used price point you paid, it’s also super scuffed at that clasp.
But it’s a tool watch and maybe that gives it some charm (I actually kind of dig a little “wear” and patina on my watches when it comes along naturally).
Loving this brand.....
Great review - thanks👍🏻
Whaaaat! Visiting Van?! That just brings me back home! It is so lush and green
Oh is that the part of Canada gringa hails from?!
@@WatchCrunchOfficial haha! Sort of! I grew up in Toronto! But I went to university in Vancouver! The west completely stole my heart, swore I’d never live anywhere else! Until a certain Englishmen stole my heart! 😜✨ we still always say one day we will move back out west. Maybe Squamish?!
@@BrittPearceWatches Canada is so beautiful! I'll make do with being within a 3hr drive 😉
And interestingly, there are more Sinn dealers in Canada than the US: Roldorf (Vancouver), J. VAir Anderson (Calgary) and Classic Creations (Toronto), versus only WatchBuys for the entire US. And for a fun Sinn rabbit hole, check out the story of the Sinn 903 and how it helped rescue Breitling from near bankruptcy.
@@velocity5629 nooo way! This is the best fun fact! 😂 HOW DID YOU KNOW THIS?
Not sure of your opinion on Islander watches, but they have a nice, similar looking watch for about $260 USD that is a great bargain - the ISL-54. Though it's a NH-35 movement in that one.
Can we all please give Hans a round of applause for insisting on date!? 👏👏👏👏👏👏
every watch designer should carefully design the position and appearance of date/day windows.
Many dial design been spoiled by irresponsible design of the date windows apperance