I have the 556A on the H Link bracelet, and it is my current daily watch. It is extremely comfortable, easy to read and doesn’t clutter the dial with text. I quite like the small 4:30 date, it's there if you need it but don’t disrupt the overall look
I own a black 556i and a 556i in blue. They feel like a different watch. I used to wear the 556 on their H-Link bracelet but lately I prefer them on a leather strap. Black on the 556i and brown on the 556ib. Those are my office watches. Love them both!
I have both these watches. My only watches of any real quality. To my surprise, the fine link in the blue I found too much-just too lovely and sparkly. I much prefer it on the i. I really love the ib on the h-link. Also, another great review.
Cool video! Love to see the different variations. The 556i was my first "serious" watch and really brought me into the watch hobby. Still wear and enjoy it regularly to this day. This watch is really built like a tank. Greetings from Germany!
The last watch that I planning on buying is a Sinn 556 to round out my collection. I was lucky enough to be born in Germany as a US Air Force brat, and such, I lived there in 1961 when Sinn started making watches. Maybe the #1 a bucket list item left to complete. Triple
This has to be one of the best everyday watches currently available at the price point. I own the 556ib because I love the blue sunray dial and the hands and indices are more refined than the other offerings in this model range. Less tool looking more wearable everywhere And I love it I will send to you for polishing though Barry as promised some time ago just not got round to it yet
I have never deliberated so much over any watch model in my life than the Sinn 556! Only yesterday here in Australia I was almost ready to put the RS in my basket then almost put the blue in my basket! It’s ok, I’ve only been like this for some 2 plus years Barry!😵💫🤪🤣 Oh & this hasn’t helped!😆
Thanks for this helpful guide. Love seeing them together. I hope SInn releases a high-gloss black dial for the 556 A RS. That would seal the deal for me.
Just bought the 556i with red second hand Got to say this watch is hypnotic.It's design confers with Dieter Rams 10 rules of good design 2 of which, beauty and utility are in abundance You could describe this watch as minimalist perfection and you wouldn't be wrong .Looks good on the bracelet but I changed it out for a black with red stitching sailcloth strap .
I think its just a great pilots watch, minimalist id say has to go to Junghans were as the Sinn is a more tool watch design, I once did a video comparing it to my Rolex OP39 with its beautiful flowing lines and the Sinn with it more brutal form following function case and bracelet which I also love
Your reviews have been really helpful with making my mind up on my first mechanical watch. I had been eyeing up a fortis f-39 for a long time now. Bit over my budget though. Seen a used f-39 online for a decent price on a strap and was tempted but id have to have the bracelet. Looked up the price of a f-39 bracelet, 500 euro, yikes. I keep coming back to the 556A. They really seem hard to beat for the money. Also, the fortis has the same SW200 movement as the 556A and having watched a lot of reviews on both watches, seems to me Sinn regulate their movements better. Anyway, I've made my mind up now, 556A it is.
Hi Martin the Fortis is a good watch for sure but 556A may cost a thousand pounds less but it definitely isn't a lesser watch. I love my 556A it came on a H-link but just over a year or so ago I also picked up a Fine link bracelet which transformed it and all for a very affordable price. I'm a 100% sure you won't be disappointed
Wow a 556 family reunion, cracking👍. My fav is 556A RS with blue #2. While H link looks most genetically correct (matching sheen on case/bracelet) I think a stingray strap would make it look dressiest.
I have a 556 A and I love it. Mine is on the green/gray nylon strap, which is very well-made and robust. As long as Sinn does not continue to raise its prices, it's a great watch for the price.
One of my friends has the 556I and loves it he was thinking of buying a vintage Rolex the other day but said he just can't imagine why would I need another watch when his Sinn is just so perfect
@@ClickSpringReview I understand that feeling. I have been on a waitlist for a Rolex for over a year, but I wear the Sinn so often and like the quality so much that I'm actually thinking of getting another Sinn instead 🤔
This watch is like a comfort blanket , solid as a rock , strap monster and great proportions with a top grade Sellita movement. Great insight into the 556 from the channel who knows Sinn inside out! Would be interested in your thoughts on the new 903 that looks amazing.
Thats a great looking and the shame I didn't have it in the review but I have reviewed it before ua-cam.com/video/eFugmCdr3xM/v-deo.htmlsi=_dZmIGVfb3Ly-ZsX
I've owned a 556i Mocca for several years now and love its precision and starburst brown dial. The Mocca dial wasn't a limited edition, but has been out of production for a few years, so somewhat rare. I recently bought a new 556i RS expecting the same level of accuracy, but was dissapointed to see it running +10 s/day. I guess Sinn isn't regulating all the movements any more.
i much prefer A over I model, the minute track of I is all the same, so legibility is slightly reduced, the big Arabic numbers means instant legibility, date window and lack of automatik is another part of the reason. it's just a hard choice between normal or RS
Spot on comment on those clasps fitted to Sinn's rubber bands: they are well built, but just too big for watches like the 556 or even the U50. They look out of proportion with the case, both in length and thickness.
@@ClickSpringReview I have been on the hunt for a 3,6,9 watch to add to my collection and the Sinn has been on my radar as it checks many of my boxes. The algos brought me to your channel today. I just wish the A versions had a no date option. Great comparisons in this video. I will check out your other content. Cheers!
Hi, I love your show and I just bought my fourth sinn which is in fact the 556 , The Arabic/red second version. One question is have you done a UA-cam where you show us how to take down a bracelet put in a strap I can’t quite figure out how to do that on the 556.
Thanks Peter kind of you to say sir , Ive done a few , here is how to fit a Sinn silicone strap ua-cam.com/video/unst9p3wD_o/v-deo.htmlsi=mYG0wdyAR7i6iBxw Here is a Sinn bracelet swap ua-cam.com/video/N7Eb3-1a5Zw/v-deo.htmlsi=yPjW44fav3WrbzLk hope these help
Hi Barry, they're all good watches, but perhaps the A or AR might find a home chez moi. There's really no such thing as an Entry Level Sinn, just like with most (all?) German watches: they're all excellent quality... Have a good weekend Barry, LG Bob 🍻
Request: can you some time do a review of Rolex Sea-Dweller 4000 'SD4K'… what do you think about it compared to a Sinn diver like u50. Great channel!… Greetings from Boston!
Hi Sir I'll see what I can do, the two watches are very different the U50 is more like a military watch were the SD4K is pure luxury in comparison but still does the business
I am in between the 556i and 556A. I like the arabics on the 556A but I like the black gloss dian in 556i. Don't know what to do :( (First world problems)
@@ClickSpringReview thanks! I have an Archimede that looks the same and I was wondering why the 556 looks smaller aside from the smaller diameter. Cheers!
The most desirable is the 556 Indice Red Seconds, being the most balanced in sterileness, aesthetic balance and versatility, its both dressy bauhaus-feel and tactical tool at the same time. The arabic dials were a bit weird as the numbers are too big, almost feel like its numbers for nursery children, just personal opinion, many people like it. The fancy dials ie MOP... up to personal taste coz it doesnt feel very sinn.
Hi Sir the 556A to me is just so classical Sinn as many of there older models had the 12,2,6,9 on the dial, the red hand I'm not to keen on myself but understand many are 👍🏻
i think the Longines Flagship is a lot nicer watch for the money.... so is a Monta Noble... both are much thinner, much nicer clasps and bracelets... much lighter... and same price....
The Longines Flagship range are dress watches sir the 556 is a tool watches with its 200m WR vs 30m and have a 8 beat per sec top grade movement vs 7 beat not to mention its Low pressure rating and lume
@@ClickSpringReview all the stuff that nobody needs that just makes it bulky and heavy... ive never been more than about fifteen feet deep in a swimming pool so a few meters is way more than enough
I agree but 30m isn't designed to go into water at all, its only ok for washing your hands or the car sir, At work we always have to tell customers that when we service a watch for them with that rating
@@ClickSpringReview I've never seen a swimming pool more than about 4 meters deep... 30m rating is nearly a 300% buffer... amd if the factory guarantees ot for that, then I am gonna go with what they recommend.
Owned a 556A since 2019. Worn in on all kinds of leather and fabric straps, but eventually bought the excellent OEM H-link steel bracelet. Honestly, in the whole steel configuration, the Sinn 556 is the only watch a man needs. The rest of the collection is unnecessary luxury.
You're the man! Thanks for all the Sinn coverage
Cheers my friend nice of you to say :)
I have the 556A on the H Link bracelet, and it is my current daily watch. It is extremely comfortable, easy to read and doesn’t clutter the dial with text. I quite like the small 4:30 date, it's there if you need it but don’t disrupt the overall look
I'm wearing that same model as I type, lover it
I own a black 556i and a 556i in blue. They feel like a different watch. I used to wear the 556 on their H-Link bracelet but lately I prefer them on a leather strap. Black on the 556i and brown on the 556ib. Those are my office watches. Love them both!
Very nice I like the blue one on the fine link bracelet 👍🏻
I have both these watches. My only watches of any real quality. To my surprise, the fine link in the blue I found too much-just too lovely and sparkly. I much prefer it on the i. I really love the ib on the h-link. Also, another great review.
I also like the blue dial 104 on a fine link ps cheers
Just got my first Sinn! 556i RS. Love it! Also bought a Hanhart HD12.
The 556 is a great model will done Gary I'm hoping to review this Hanharts soon
Cool video! Love to see the different variations. The 556i was my first "serious" watch and really brought me into the watch hobby. Still wear and enjoy it regularly to this day. This watch is really built like a tank.
Greetings from Germany!
Many Thanks, The 556 is just a solid watch both in build quality and accuracy plus 200m WR to boot
I still haven't decided after a year of deliberating. Oy... all are great. Thanks for doing this!
To me its still the A or I model the RS doesn't do it for me Matthew
The last watch that I planning on buying is a Sinn 556 to round out my collection. I was lucky enough to be born in Germany as a US Air Force brat, and such, I lived there in 1961 when Sinn started making watches. Maybe the #1 a bucket list item left to complete. Triple
Great story and finger cross you manage to get what are the other two ?
This has to be one of the best everyday watches currently available at the price point.
I own the 556ib because I love the blue sunray dial and the hands and indices are more refined than the other offerings in this model range. Less tool looking more wearable everywhere
And I love it
I will send to you for polishing though Barry as promised some time ago just not got round to it yet
No problem when ever is good for you I may even make a video out of it :)
I have never deliberated so much over any watch model in my life than the Sinn 556! Only yesterday here in Australia I was almost ready to put the RS in my basket then almost put the blue in my basket! It’s ok, I’ve only been like this for some 2 plus years Barry!😵💫🤪🤣 Oh & this hasn’t helped!😆
🤣🤣🤣 Just go for the 556A on a H-link sorted 👍🏻
@@ClickSpringReview Thx for making it so easy!🤯😂
I'm here to help LOL
Thanks for this helpful guide. Love seeing them together. I hope SInn releases a high-gloss black dial for the 556 A RS. That would seal the deal for me.
Ya the same for me but I would forgo the red 2nd hand and just stick with the standard (A) model
Finally!!! A complete 556 guide
I love reviewing Sinn's and thought it would be worth doing this one ps if there are any others you'd like to see let me know
Just bought the 556i with red second hand Got to say this watch is hypnotic.It's design confers with Dieter Rams 10 rules of good design 2 of which, beauty and utility are in abundance You could describe this watch as minimalist perfection and you wouldn't be wrong .Looks good on the bracelet but I changed it out for a black with red stitching sailcloth strap .
I think its just a great pilots watch, minimalist id say has to go to Junghans were as the Sinn is a more tool watch design, I once did a video comparing it to my Rolex OP39 with its beautiful flowing lines and the Sinn with it more brutal form following function case and bracelet which I also love
Went for the 556 A RS on H-link bracelet. Absolutely amazing watch.
Nice Vic the 556 is just a super model 👍🏻
Looks like a strap monster as well. Lot of versatility 👌🏻👍🏻
It surely is 👍🏻
Your reviews have been really helpful with making my mind up on my first mechanical watch. I had been eyeing up a fortis f-39 for a long time now. Bit over my budget though. Seen a used f-39 online for a decent price on a strap and was tempted but id have to have the bracelet. Looked up the price of a f-39 bracelet, 500 euro, yikes. I keep coming back to the 556A. They really seem hard to beat for the money. Also, the fortis has the same SW200 movement as the 556A and having watched a lot of reviews on both watches, seems to me Sinn regulate their movements better. Anyway, I've made my mind up now, 556A it is.
Hi Martin the Fortis is a good watch for sure but 556A may cost a thousand pounds less but it definitely isn't a lesser watch. I love my 556A it came on a H-link but just over a year or so ago I also picked up a Fine link bracelet which transformed it and all for a very affordable price. I'm a 100% sure you won't be disappointed
Still trying to get rid of a couple watches so I can pick up my first Sinn. Excellent video as always!
Thank you Sir I always enjoy reviewing Sinn's, which model are you hoping to get ?
Wow a 556 family reunion, cracking👍. My fav is 556A RS with blue #2. While H link looks most genetically correct (matching sheen on case/bracelet) I think a stingray strap would make it look dressiest.
I love it on a silicone with a butterfly clasp as its just so comfortable but lets face it, its a real strap monster
I have a 556 A and I love it. Mine is on the green/gray nylon strap, which is very well-made and robust. As long as Sinn does not continue to raise its prices, it's a great watch for the price.
One of my friends has the 556I and loves it he was thinking of buying a vintage Rolex the other day but said he just can't imagine why would I need another watch when his Sinn is just so perfect
@@ClickSpringReview I understand that feeling. I have been on a waitlist for a Rolex for over a year, but I wear the Sinn so often and like the quality so much that I'm actually thinking of getting another Sinn instead 🤔
Which one are you thinking of going for ?
@@ClickSpringReview I'm on the list for a no date Sub, but I'm really tempted to just go with a Sinn 857 👍
I have to say the Sub non date is pretty close to perfection but I prefer a 5 digit reference personally
Smart lil pilot 👍 thanks for show 🍻 cheers
No problem 👍
Excellent work as always Barry. Really interesting comparison. Love the RS model in particular
Cheers Bennie all of them are great
3:28 The 556ib also has applied hour markers and silver hands. ☝️
I have the 556ib, but have been pining for the 556a. 🤤
Oops your are correct there Kevin
This watch is like a comfort blanket , solid as a rock , strap monster and great proportions with a top grade Sellita movement.
Great insight into the 556 from the channel who knows Sinn inside out!
Would be interested in your thoughts on the new 903 that looks amazing.
Thanks Stephen I'm hoping to get the 903 at some point
My favorite would be the blue dial (with applied indices) on the fine link bracelet.
Thats a great looking and the shame I didn't have it in the review but I have reviewed it before ua-cam.com/video/eFugmCdr3xM/v-deo.htmlsi=_dZmIGVfb3Ly-ZsX
Great watch. Great review. Mr Sinn strikes again.
Why thank you Sir
I've owned a 556i Mocca for several years now and love its precision and starburst brown dial. The Mocca dial wasn't a limited edition, but has been out of production for a few years, so somewhat rare. I recently bought a new 556i RS expecting the same level of accuracy, but was dissapointed to see it running +10 s/day. I guess Sinn isn't regulating all the movements any more.
Yes they still do, I'm guessing your watch has picked up some magnetism a simple demag will sort it
@@ClickSpringReviewAafraid not That was the first thing I tried. Still +10 s/day.
@@mvseaurchin7455if you in the UK send it to the Sinn Service Center TWR they will sort it out for you if it’s under warranty
i much prefer A over I model, the minute track of I is all the same, so legibility is slightly reduced, the big Arabic numbers means instant legibility, date window and lack of automatik is another part of the reason. it's just a hard choice between normal or RS
I love the A model as I own one, The RS just doesn't do it for as I find the red hand just doesn't have the clarity of the white
I found the ones with silver edges to the hands made the hands look too small especially the hour hand.
Good point well made John
Spot on comment on those clasps fitted to Sinn's rubber bands: they are well built, but just too big for watches like the 556 or even the U50. They look out of proportion with the case, both in length and thickness.
Yeah thats why I find the butterfly clasp works so well with the 41mm and under models John
I can vouch for the 556 dial,
All great watches
Great review of the various models. I like the 556A model the best. Just subscribed to your channel.
Thanks Sir it all helps plus, if you like Sinn I've around 150 Sinn related videos on the channel to check out
@@ClickSpringReview I have been on the hunt for a 3,6,9 watch to add to my collection and the Sinn has been on my radar as it checks many of my boxes. The algos brought me to your channel today. I just wish the A versions had a no date option. Great comparisons in this video. I will check out your other content. Cheers!
@@metaltracker1723 it’s always interesting to know just how people find come across the channel , so that’s for letting us know 👍🏻
Hi, I love your show and I just bought my fourth sinn which is in fact the 556 , The Arabic/red second version. One question is have you done a UA-cam where you show us how to take down a bracelet put in a strap I can’t quite figure out how to do that on the 556.
Thanks Peter kind of you to say sir , Ive done a few , here is how to fit a Sinn silicone strap ua-cam.com/video/unst9p3wD_o/v-deo.htmlsi=mYG0wdyAR7i6iBxw
Here is a Sinn bracelet swap ua-cam.com/video/N7Eb3-1a5Zw/v-deo.htmlsi=yPjW44fav3WrbzLk
hope these help
Hi Barry, they're all good watches, but perhaps the A or AR might find a home chez moi. There's really no such thing as an Entry Level Sinn, just like with most (all?) German watches: they're all excellent quality...
Have a good weekend Barry, LG Bob 🍻
Hi Bob and well said Sir I'm still hoping to review a 903 at some point ,
You have a good one matey
@@ClickSpringReview 903 eh? Bring it on Barry! 👍
Request: can you some time do a review of Rolex Sea-Dweller 4000 'SD4K'… what do you think about it compared to a Sinn diver like u50. Great channel!… Greetings from Boston!
Hi Sir I'll see what I can do, the two watches are very different the U50 is more like a military watch were the SD4K is pure luxury in comparison but still does the business
I am in between the 556i and 556A. I like the arabics on the 556A but I like the black gloss dian in 556i. Don't know what to do :( (First world problems)
If your like me you'll always look at the other thinking maybe I should of but both are great I still love my 556A
Own the 556i with H-Link for many years (with ETA movement). Love the watch beside my Omegas and IWC.
I used to have the 556 Anniversary model with the 2824 movement but sold it after I got the A model.
It’s a beautiful watch!!!
I agree 👍🏻
@@ClickSpringReview I have EZM3!!
@@ClickSpringReview but constantly thinking about 556A…
I do like the EZM3 its a great watch, the 556 just has something about it which makes it so likely able
Do you know the crystal/dial diameter?
I'm reading 32.4mm but I'm guessing its going to be 32.50
@@ClickSpringReview thanks! I have an Archimede that looks the same and I was wondering why the 556 looks smaller aside from the smaller diameter. Cheers!
Thats a brand I'll have to check out
Sinn is amazing in that they can make a very simple dial and still it screams out, "I'm a Sinn"
It he that quintessential Sinn look about it
I think my grail is going to be the 556i. I wanted something that I could wear with multiple different outfits. That doesn’t cost over 5K. 😂
The 556i looks great with that gloss dial if you are ever lucky enough to get one let me know if it lives up to the hype
go for the berny version
Not sure about that Tommy 🤔
TEGIMENTED option for 556 in 2025?
I'm amazed they have never offered it as an option
The most desirable is the 556 Indice Red Seconds, being the most balanced in sterileness, aesthetic balance and versatility, its both dressy bauhaus-feel and tactical tool at the same time. The arabic dials were a bit weird as the numbers are too big, almost feel like its numbers for nursery children, just personal opinion, many people like it. The fancy dials ie MOP... up to personal taste coz it doesnt feel very sinn.
Hi Sir the 556A to me is just so classical Sinn as many of there older models had the 12,2,6,9 on the dial, the red hand I'm not to keen on myself but understand many are 👍🏻
@@ClickSpringReview yes, if it’s on a chrono it’s super classic; ie the 756 most symmetrical balanced dial
i think the Longines Flagship is a lot nicer watch for the money.... so is a Monta Noble... both are much thinner, much nicer clasps and bracelets... much lighter... and same price....
The Monta is ok until you need it serviced. As it’s in house isn’t it?
The Longines Flagship range are dress watches sir the 556 is a tool watches with its 200m WR vs 30m and have a 8 beat per sec top grade movement vs 7 beat not to mention its Low pressure rating and lume
@@ClickSpringReview all the stuff that nobody needs that just makes it bulky and heavy... ive never been more than about fifteen feet deep in a swimming pool so a few meters is way more than enough
I agree but 30m isn't designed to go into water at all, its only ok for washing your hands or the car sir, At work we always have to tell customers that when we service a watch for them with that rating
@@ClickSpringReview I've never seen a swimming pool more than about 4 meters deep... 30m rating is nearly a 300% buffer... amd if the factory guarantees ot for that, then I am gonna go with what they recommend.
Owned a 556A since 2019. Worn in on all kinds of leather and fabric straps, but eventually bought the excellent OEM H-link steel bracelet.
Honestly, in the whole steel configuration, the Sinn 556 is the only watch a man needs. The rest of the collection is unnecessary luxury.
Have to agree with you Jean it also looks great on the Sinn silicone strap
@@ClickSpringReview it does. I tried it too but chose the large buckle which did not fit my skinny wrist.
I use the butterfly clasp as it fits the case size far better
MOP
The MOP just looks 😎
10:40 I think it's the ETA-versions that has a ghost-date. The Selitas aren't (which is most of them.)
Possible I can't remember now as I've sold my ETA model and now only have a Sellita 556A
I’m always amazed the 556 model gets most of the attention. The 856 is much better
But costs a grand more, it would be like me saying the why get a 856 when you can get the EZM13.1 or U50T ps the 856 is cool though
@@ClickSpringReview Fair point. Great work with the video, by the way!
Cheers Sir I'll try and keep the Sinn videos coming