⏱5 Month Review of the Sinn 556i - Is this a Longterm Workhorse?

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  • Опубликовано: 26 ноя 2024

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  • @NeemorsWorld
    @NeemorsWorld  4 года назад +6

    What do you think of this watch? oh yeah.. and grab some merch here: teespring.com/stores/neemorsworld

  • @vividist
    @vividist 3 года назад +13

    Nobody in the watch review world does in-depth in-field reviews like you. Thank you for these!

    • @ThiHaGadgets
      @ThiHaGadgets 3 года назад

      That is the real user review. We need more of this. The only thing is sinn watches are getting more expensive and I wonder they are worth it as I can get the same amount with chronometer certified watches from Mido or Tissot.

  • @walkerb1734
    @walkerb1734 3 года назад +7

    I own the 856 version (40mm, tegimented, etc) and love it! It’s nice to have a watch that you don’t need to baby or worry about. Definitely a life-long keeper!

  • @cobraknot1
    @cobraknot1 4 года назад +9

    Mate, That looks perfect, really suits you. Sinn should be sponsoring you. I want to buy one now haha.

  • @Paulfred
    @Paulfred 3 года назад +4

    Absolutely love my 556i

  • @watchesandcaps2566
    @watchesandcaps2566 3 года назад +3

    I've been a watch collector for a long time and have never once thought to wear my nato strap like that. I'm going to try it out. I also own this exact red seconds 556 and it's one of my go to pieces. You have good taste.

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  3 года назад

      I wanted to get the watch closer to my wrist. So first I cut the extra flap off my other nato and wore it like that. Then decided on folding and it worked out.
      Thanks for watching ✌🏼

    • @watchesandcaps2566
      @watchesandcaps2566 3 года назад

      @@NeemorsWorld you can buy single pass straps like Crown and Buckles adjustable Chevron strap. I strongly recommend them.

  • @TheChadWork2001
    @TheChadWork2001 4 года назад +2

    Wow, an RVer with a taste for quality watches. Great watch Neemor! I always wanted one of those. Simple, Bauhaus clean, well made. Accuracy is the foundation of a great watch. It could have a Sapphire Crystal, the best looking dial, etc, and if it isn't accurate, the rest do not matter.

  • @najib19nawas
    @najib19nawas 4 года назад +2

    I really liked this video, I think it was a powerful share because it speaks to people going through similar feelings and experiences. I am at a point similar to where you were with your Seiko and still contending with the void that I still have. Thanks for putting this video together and having that desire to share with others! Would love to see a follow up in the future.

  • @jdavis234
    @jdavis234 3 года назад +2

    I’ve had a 556 A for years and it’s been a great watch. Not antimagnetic as it claims but very water resistant. Not that you should dive with this, but I took it down 20 meters just out of curiosity.

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  3 года назад

      Mine has already been magnetized twice. That’s my only major complaint.

  • @nerdbenana
    @nerdbenana 4 месяца назад

    Thanks for the review! I got the RS after watching it.

  • @gratefulhikes
    @gratefulhikes 4 года назад +4

    Sinn is one of my favorites companies. It will last you a lifetime if you get it serviced every few years. 38mm is a great size. Right between the explorer one and explorer II. The aviator hands are great! Very easy to read. I wish the exp I hands were easier to read sometimes. Thanks for an excellent review!

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  4 года назад +2

      I hope it does last a lifetime. Thanks for watching 🤙🏼

    • @gratefulhikes
      @gratefulhikes 4 года назад

      @@NeemorsWorld it’s a “tool watch” not some fancy jewelry piece. Made to be worn and used! Really awesome to see this kind of review. Most reviews would be for some smart watch not a real watch. Thanks again!

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  4 года назад +2

      True. Having smart watches always pinging me and having a dead battery when I look down at it made me look the other way. I like em for tracking hikes/runs but other than that I’ll take a mechanical or a Casio.

  • @spencegoddard8456
    @spencegoddard8456 4 года назад +2

    Really great review, thank you, inspired me, so I've ordered the 556 A, love the 556i but there's something about the layout and the numerals on the A that just got me. Thanks again, loved the review

    • @droptuned83
      @droptuned83 2 года назад

      Me too and I like the date at 4.30 better as well.

  • @joeschlicht
    @joeschlicht 4 года назад +2

    I like that a lot, and have considered it. By the way...100 meters would be fine for swimming and rainy hikes. In fact I would take 100 meters with this watch for a slimmer case. Otherwise, a very good looking watch. I do wish it had double indices at 12.

    • @joeschlicht
      @joeschlicht 2 года назад +1

      @@PepRex I know. I never said it wasn't. I said I'd take it with 100 meters for a slimmer case. A compromise that I could live with. The case is a litte thick for my tastes and 200 meters is overkill. You can easily swim with 100 meters. That was the point of my comment.

  • @marklynn6907
    @marklynn6907 3 месяца назад

    What a fantastic watch and review. IMO an amazing piece for any collection. Would make for an exceptional gift for any young man to celebrate any of life’s milestones.

  • @michaelriera6277
    @michaelriera6277 4 года назад +1

    The Sinn looks great and it’s very versatile. Congrats!

  • @SlapShotRegatta22
    @SlapShotRegatta22 3 года назад +1

    Hey man, great review. Thinking of picking up one myself. Just a quick note, you can easily turn any double-pass nato (like the one in this video) into a single-pass nato by simply slicing off the excess piece (sharp knife or scissors) and melting the remaining end with a lighter. Don't have to do any of that folding business.

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  3 года назад +1

      True. I have a navy blue nato that I did that to.

  • @johnnybgood7812
    @johnnybgood7812 2 года назад

    Great choice and it fits you perfectly. I love Sinn’s H link bracelet but I think you made the right call for your use.

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  2 года назад

      I picked up an Hlink a few months later and it’s on my wrist right now.

  • @AndrewWisler
    @AndrewWisler 2 года назад

    Pretty cool, I’ve followed you since the hiking days, but this is up my alley as well. I’ve recently gotten interested in mechanical watches as well, mostly as a reaction against technology, too. There are a bunch of really quality (for the price) 200-300m watches made by microbrands with decent Seiko or Sellita movements in the $200-400 range that are my jam right now. I do love the simplicity of a good field watch, but I agree with your comment that it’s strange that they’re mostly not waterproof enough for true field use. This watch is more in the Rolex Explorer vein. Glad you’re enjoying it, and actually using it as it was designed instead of babying it.

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  2 года назад

      Interesting. What do you think of the new moon swatch?

    • @AndrewWisler
      @AndrewWisler 2 года назад

      I hadn’t looked at it until you mentioned it, but in the realm of chronographs I’m more interested in the Sugess watches built using the Seagull ST1901 movements. The moon swatch is quartz, and only looks to be water resistant to 3 bars. I do have one “pretty” dress watch, but the rest of my watches all have screw-down crowns, which I think is more befitting a tool watch. Quartz movements are great (I have a beater G-Shock that I wear for working on cars or anything really abusive), but I’m just enjoying the mechanical movements.

  • @scottbecker3485
    @scottbecker3485 4 года назад +2

    Fascinating to see a guy I came to know as an ultralight backpacker (still presumably doing that, right?) being so passionate about what is a basic time-keeping and fashion accessory item. ;-) But I suppose vicarious enjoyment is also enjoyment! :-) And I definitely get how much you like this (admittedly very stylish) thing. I am wondering, though, why a mechanical watch when there are fantastic digital alternatives out that, for example the solar-powered Casio ProTrek I‘ve been using for a great many years without ever needing to wind, change batteries or whatever? Is is just because of the looks? My ProTrek not only tells me the time, but also tracks drops/rises in barometric pressure (as an early bad-weather warning system or a ray of hope when out hiking), the temperature, etc. In city life, wearing a watch is something a never do, what with the clock on my phone and a general desire to live in a more timeless space as much as possible. Just curious what knowing the time means for you, and why not a multi-purpose digital watch, instead? And heck: If it‘s just because of the looks, I can understand that, too. Different strokes, ya know? ;-)

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  4 года назад +4

      Good question that I don’t know if I can fully answer but I have a couple thoughts. Some of it has to do with style. Some of it has to do with the lack of electronics. Working with computers/phones/tech makes me look at “dumb” objects in a different light. It’s kind of like backpacking. It’s not efficient or practical but the simplicity is enjoyable. There’s also the aspect of having an item that lasts decades or generations. That being said I do agree that digital watches are more practical and overall better devices. Except Smart watches that die every day.

    • @scottbecker3485
      @scottbecker3485 4 года назад +1

      @@NeemorsWorld Thank you for singing a song of praise for „dumb“ objects. That helps me see things in perspective. I get the simplicity thing, as well as the durability thing. I wish you a faithful wrist-borne companion for a great many years and adventures! :-)

  • @mikaxms
    @mikaxms 2 года назад

    Haha, funny how casual the review is. Fyi: the weight in the back is called the "oscillating weight" or the "rotor"

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  2 года назад +2

      There’s too many pretentious watch reviews, so I try and keep it casual.

  • @yusufbest4475
    @yusufbest4475 2 года назад

    Nice review.. I myself am planning on getting this watch soon after about a year of wearing the snk809.. time for a proper upgrade..

  • @djomanchester
    @djomanchester 3 года назад +1

    Great real world review 👍

  • @Knightlore10
    @Knightlore10 3 года назад +1

    Interesting. My Sinn 104 was magnetised from my mobile phone case. A cheap de-magnetiser sorted it out. Strange none of my other watches have become magnetised and only the Sinn has antimagnetic on the back.

    • @nike3web
      @nike3web 3 года назад

      As the 556 it has only very low magnetic field protection. It shouldnt be written on the caseback imo. (Mine 556 has it written too and i was wondering) The 856/857 and other higher Tier Sinns have real magnetic field protection.

  • @theannouncer5538
    @theannouncer5538 2 года назад

    I’d recommend an Oris divers 65 if u wanted a “diver” but in a more compact size, as they come in 36mm, 40, and 42. I put diver in quotes as it only has 100m water resistance. Which honestly for me, as long as it’s got 100m and a screw down crown that’s good enough

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  2 года назад

      My buddy has an oris pointer date. They’re awesome.

  • @bboooobbyy
    @bboooobbyy 3 года назад

    this video definitely helped convince me to get this watch (Red Second version as well) My only expensive piece and I rarely wear anything else now

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  3 года назад +1

      Awesome! I'm in that same boat. I don't usually spend this much on anything, but I've had it on my wrist coming on a year now and still love it.

  • @dakar1977
    @dakar1977 3 года назад

    Great Watch !! My next purchase !!

  • @cowboyswami2017
    @cowboyswami2017 3 года назад +1

    @neemor’sworld great pick up, love that watch, I also love the 856 tegimented !! Did you know that Damasko made watches for Zinn. My other watch recommendations for your wrist size: Marathon msar with tritium tubes, Boldr venture titanium, & any Gshock. Just subscribed.... thks !

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  2 года назад

      Just saw this comment. I actually picked up an arctic Msar 6 months ago. So good recommendation.

  • @itsallrobbish
    @itsallrobbish 2 года назад

    Some great points here, love this watch. Well made and minimalist, but has that certain quality. Afraid it might be a touch small for my 7.5 inch wrist.

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  2 года назад

      Look into the Sinn 856. Basically the same watch but 40mm.

  • @timmanning5357
    @timmanning5357 Год назад

    Great review from someone who has had first hand experience 👍
    I'm looking at buying this exact model as I like the red second hand that doesn't distract you eye away from the hour/minute hands.
    Are you still happy with your purchase 2 years on?

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  Год назад +1

      Yup! Still been wearing it all the time!

  • @j.candrews4527
    @j.candrews4527 3 года назад

    Conflicted between this and ball fireman enterprise. This looks solid

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  3 года назад +2

      I can’t speak on the ball, but I can say I’m still happy with my Sinn.

  • @duybear4023
    @duybear4023 3 года назад +1

    As an outdoorsman, how do you feel about Casio G Shocks? I love the class and simplicity of mechanicals but can't deny the function and utility of modern technology. My adventure watch is a Vostok Amphibia but I'm also interested in the Rangeman GPRB1000.

    • @MisterMaster4life
      @MisterMaster4life 3 года назад +1

      Well you can't go wrong with a G-shock. Those things can take a beating like nothing else. They aren't fancy or mechanical wonders but if it's for outdoors the G-shock is perfect.

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  2 года назад +2

      They’re great! I did 1,400 miles of backpacking with a Casio in 2017. It was just an f91w and I had no durability issues, so I know the Gshocks would be great.

  • @panorama4526
    @panorama4526 3 месяца назад +1

    Sinn seem to have upgraded the clasps of their steel bracelets. Just an option…

  • @Parker-oc8es
    @Parker-oc8es 4 года назад +1

    Diggin it!! Got me a sweet frikin hoodie bro!

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  4 года назад +1

      Awesome! Thanks for the support 🤟🏼

  • @bschauz
    @bschauz 6 месяцев назад

    Great review!

  • @Dubbin64
    @Dubbin64 4 года назад +1

    Ive been wearing my Seiko 5 (snk803, khaki dial) again daily every since the strap on my $15 Casio ripped. I bought the seiko years ago when they were cheaper. I think I spent like $60-80 on it. Its a big price jump from the ~$100 automatic category of the Seiko 5 to the ~$1200-1500 category your Sinn is in, and thankfully I dont have much interest in dropping 'big' cash on one these intermediate price range watches. Biggest complaint with the seiko is the crystal isnt super hard, but the scratches on mine are mostly cause Ive forgotten to take it off while climbing LOL. It isnt waterproof but I have not had issues with splashing or shallow submersion. I guess another complaint would be the band. 18mm is thin. I also prefer a smaller case size but a 20mm band would probably look better

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  4 года назад

      Good to hear it’s working out for you. So if you were to set price aside, what would be your dream watch?

    • @Dubbin64
      @Dubbin64 4 года назад

      @@NeemorsWorld probably a fluted bezel 36mm Datejust with an oyster band, blue or black dial with either rectangular bar hour markers or set diamond hour markers. Or the $30k white gold Submariner Date, since I used to work on submarines (would be happy the $8k steel sub too lol). but subs are chunky and I have twig wrists so probably the Datejust

  • @KrizAkoni
    @KrizAkoni 4 года назад

    Sharp looking watch! Nice review, liked it a bunch.

  • @Ferien7
    @Ferien7 2 года назад +5

    Now THIS is a review. Take notes, watch RUclipsrs

  • @MarmaladeOutdoors
    @MarmaladeOutdoors 4 года назад +2

    So just wondering? Are you done hiking or doing thru hikes? I started watching you way back when you thru hiked SOBO on the pct.. maybe hiking was a phase in your life but I miss how creative and artistic your hiking videos were.. seems like it’s random stuff now and car camping. Been following you a long time but miss the hiking... you done with hiking or?

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  4 года назад +7

      Long distance hiking was a 4 year phase. It was fun while it lasted but I got very very burnt out.

    • @MarmaladeOutdoors
      @MarmaladeOutdoors 4 года назад +2

      @@NeemorsWorld cool and I totally get it, I live in San Diego and go in the PCT in the desert nearby all the time. I attempted my thru hike of the PCT last year in 2019 but too much snow in the Sierra going NOBO. Did the desert, flipped and started SOBO from the terminus and ended up having the trail avalanche with me on it. Unbeknownst to me I badly broke my ankle but hiked 75 miles on it out of the glacier peak wilderness to get to Stevens pass and civilization but hike over. I’m telling you this because I went back out this year to get the rest done and got about 300 miles in, crushed the miles but lost the passion. My intent was to hike the entire thing in one year and that was gone and I didn’t want to section hike it for the next ten years so I get what your saying. Going to do shorter thru hikes like the AZT & CT. Still enjoy your videos now and will watch. I’m hoping to do van life soon as well. Thanks for the nice message and explanation. Cheers... Marmalade (trail name lol)

  • @yankeesuperstar
    @yankeesuperstar 6 месяцев назад

    Cool watch dude

  • @logifinirator
    @logifinirator 3 года назад

    That was the most down to earth watch review, love it! Do you think it's worth the higher price tag, when I could get a Hamilton Khaki Field auto for 1/3rd the price? I'm on the fence between the two. Thanks!

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  3 года назад

      Only problem with the khaki field is that you can’t dress it up. But those are pretty sweet. Hard to directly compare the two though.

  • @artieshell9205
    @artieshell9205 2 года назад

    Great video!!

  • @filovsworld7776
    @filovsworld7776 Год назад

    have you ever took it to the sea? And it is still reliable underwater with the water resistance after 2 years?

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  Год назад

      Oh yeah. it's still on my wrist and ticking. never brought it in the sea though.

  • @MrBarbarouse
    @MrBarbarouse Год назад

    It looks great on the khaki NATO

  • @Tdr-jv2nc
    @Tdr-jv2nc Год назад

    My dream watch hope to get one soon

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  11 месяцев назад

      I hope you get one soon! This paired with an f91w is the perfect dream team.

    • @yorusuyasoul69420
      @yorusuyasoul69420 8 месяцев назад

      Planning to sell some of my watch and I'm eyeing on this 566 line paired with my gshock 5000u lol

  • @russchamberlain8755
    @russchamberlain8755 4 года назад

    Cool vid, Brother.
    ( I haven't worn a watch in over 20 years)

  • @hgr.7857
    @hgr.7857 Год назад

    My guy, you gotta cut that extra strap keeper off your NATO. If you fold it under anyway, just cut that b!tch off! I cut the extra keeper off all NATOs, the watch sits better, it is every bit as secure, and it's just a better overall experience to wear.
    Great upload, BTW, you made the *RIGHT* choice going for the indices and red seconds hand. I have a Sinn 104i St Sa A (indicies, grey, H-link) and thought that would quench my thirst. It only opened the door to me wanting and now scheming on a 556i RS of my own. I agree w/ you, the 556a with the numerals looks straight goofy. 556i for "W"
    Edit- now the Damasko is the higher prices of the two. Something about their movement 🤷🏼

  • @zawthiha1732
    @zawthiha1732 4 года назад

    What is the power reserve like? My holy grail watch will be Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39mm or 41mm blue. But this watch seems so relax calm and clean looking. Thanks.

    • @Not-a-bot222
      @Not-a-bot222 4 года назад +2

      38-40hrs
      They use both ETA 2824-2 top movement and the selita sw200-2 presumably top

    • @m.kennedy342
      @m.kennedy342 3 года назад +1

      @@Not-a-bot222 I think it’s only Selita movements in these now. Luckily I purchased mine years ago for $500 less brand new than what these go for now and it has an ETA 2824..which I prefer over the clone movement. Great pieces.

    • @Not-a-bot222
      @Not-a-bot222 3 года назад

      @@m.kennedy342 that’s awesome Kennedy! I was between this and the Damasko DS30 for the LONGEST time. I went for the Damasko. Super happy with it. I still want a Sinn U50 in the future

    • @m.kennedy342
      @m.kennedy342 3 года назад +1

      @@Not-a-bot222 The DS30 is an excellent watch. Damasko has amazing pieces, and the engineering of them like Sinn is above and beyond what most watchmakers give you. Love the DC66 model from Damasko myself. Can’t go wrong with any of their models. Just comes down to style preference and specs required.

  • @tychovanvugt5531
    @tychovanvugt5531 4 года назад

    Good review👍

  • @bitcoindaddy748
    @bitcoindaddy748 3 года назад

    Good review

  • @Romb1_
    @Romb1_ 14 дней назад

    After 4 years owning this watch do u think its still worth it ?

  • @BetonBenni
    @BetonBenni Год назад

    Mine is running something like 6 seconds + a day...

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  11 месяцев назад +1

      😳

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  11 месяцев назад +1

      Mine had been running 6 minutes fast a day after owning about a year and a half. I sent it for warranty and they fixed her up good. But 6 seconds is probably within the tolerance.

  • @briar35981
    @briar35981 3 года назад

    Looks like a killer watch. Great style Rugged Now back to the real world ........................

  • @1776dawg
    @1776dawg 4 года назад

    If I’m being honest, this whole transition to a “normal life” is really catching my attention. But if I’m being *really* honest, what happened with palante? Seemed like you had a good thing going there. (If that’s too personal to answer, that’s fine.) I just feel like your long time subscribers deserve some answers. 🤷‍♂️

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  4 года назад +3

      Thanks for watching the videos. All I will say on that is that not everyone is honest and I got very tired of being broke.

    • @1776dawg
      @1776dawg 4 года назад

      @@NeemorsWorld completely understandable. Thanks for the response!

  • @markc.5750
    @markc.5750 Год назад

    The watch is rated “Anti-magnetic as per DIN 8309”. Your watch might need a touch of regulation.

  • @FINEST-uz9ek
    @FINEST-uz9ek 3 года назад

    I thought the Sinn is anti magnetic ?

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  3 года назад +1

      They claim to be

    • @FINEST-uz9ek
      @FINEST-uz9ek 3 года назад

      @@NeemorsWorld excellent video very down to earth you have a new subscriber ... I may pull the trigger and pick this Sinn up do you still recommend it ?

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  3 года назад

      @@FINEST-uz9ek definitely recommend. Still on my wrist everyday.

    • @FINEST-uz9ek
      @FINEST-uz9ek 3 года назад

      @@NeemorsWorld excellent thanks for response back bud.... looking forward to future videos .

  • @garrycollins3415
    @garrycollins3415 4 года назад

    A minute a month for that price? You must have gotten a Monday watch. Looks great though.

    • @TheJerksBeautifulRnR
      @TheJerksBeautifulRnR 4 года назад +5

      That's +2sec/day. What's wrong with that?

    • @michaelriera6277
      @michaelriera6277 4 года назад +6

      That’s actually very good for a mechanical watch.

    • @MisterMaster4life
      @MisterMaster4life 3 года назад +4

      That's actually super accurate. Dont forget it's a mechanical watch with dozens of extremely tiny moving parts that move 24/7. It's like having a miniature factory on your wrist. It's not like some cheap quartz watch with a battery and a chip. It's a mechanical watch that is powered by the movement of your wrist. So 2 seconds a day is very accurate.

    • @bboooobbyy
      @bboooobbyy 3 года назад +2

      😂 You don't know anything about mechanical watches and it shows

  • @17cmmittlererminenwerfer81
    @17cmmittlererminenwerfer81 2 года назад

    Mechanical watches are not feature-rich, accurate, tough, antimagnetic or maintenance-free...
    If you want those things, get a G-shock.

    • @NeemorsWorld
      @NeemorsWorld  2 года назад

      Wow. Great advice.

    • @markc.5750
      @markc.5750 Год назад

      Yes because I’m going to wear a G shock to a formal event 🤦🏽‍♂️.

  • @adamwest5625
    @adamwest5625 2 года назад

    If you can’t read the time right when you wake up, it’s on you..don’t blame the watch 😂