The Sinn U50 SDR Diver | WatchGecko Review
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- Опубликовано: 10 сен 2024
- WatchGecko Review - The Sinn U50 SDR Diver
The U50 is a new watch for 2020 with some familiar visual features that were originally found in their U1 model. The U1 is their 1000m water resistant, 44mm diver whereas the U50 is 41mm and comes with 500m. So what better way to experience this new release than by taking it on a new experience for 2020, a holiday.
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Its assignment was simply to survive a week-long break in Cornwall. And yes I know, this isn’t exactly a hard task for the U50. It is a watch that can survive any day-long hike on the edge of a sea cliff in the rain without blinking. This week with the Sinn was less about what brutal tests it can be put through but rather how well can the watch perform when in situations where the watch on your wrist should be the least of your concerns.
At the end of the day this watch carries an obtainable, but still noticeable price tag. So what is it like when you let go of all concerns about its price tag or potential damage it could pick up and just simply use the watch when not sitting behind a desk?
Putting the Sinn U50 through its paces
As the desired destination was punched into the sat nav I immediately instinctively aligned the soft, matt black hard-coated bezel with Tegiment technology to the current hour. It’s a funny habit I tend to do every time when setting off on a long journey because at a quick glance you can quickly see how far into your journey you are, without having to rely on memory. It’s a quick and easy way of feeling more connected to the watch on your wrist, and in the case of the Sinn, it worked like a charm.
I wouldn’t go as far as to say the bezel click on the U50 is solid but rather it is deliberate. Think of the bezel like a reliable release buckle on a backpack, as you slide the two parts together they click into place and you know you have a secure fit. Case in point is the construction of the bezel and its dimensions. At 5mm wide with grippy edges, the bezel is always a pleasure to adjust.
Right from the start of my time with the Sinn U50, it was clear that this was going to be a comfortable 7 days for my wrist. When a watch is 41mm wide, 11.1mm thick and has a lug to lug just a hair over 47mm there is just no way that comfort is going to be an issue. This came in useful as the watch was worn all the time. Be it out on an all-day hike or back at the accommodation where WiFi felt like an ultra-modern piece of tech and the ominous lack of signal bars on my phone meaning mornings were filled with reading and planning the day.
Crossing The Congo Over Land and Water in a Hard Place by Chloé Baker and Dr Mike Martin was the book of choice for this week-long stretch which turned out to be a fantastic story filled with adventure, roadblocks (both physical ones and metaphorical ones), Land Rover Defender goodness and also a perfect companion for the Sinn. Through the U50, the illusion and imagery found in Crossing the Congo increased that primitive, ‘essentials only’ connection between what was on my wrist.
I absolutely LOVE the fact that your reviews almost always include strap showcases. It's incredibly valuable when considering a watch.
This is the first watch review (I've seen at least 30) that I've seen do this. Incredibly useful info to most buyers. Hope they follow up with the "many strap showcase" video.
@@manwithllama they’re a watch strap company. Their product reviews are advertisements for their products.
@@goldenarm009 Oh wow thanks for pointing that out. Welp… that explains a few things. Smart marketing. Got me at at least…
@@manwithllama even though they’re a watch strap company, the U50 is very obviously compatible with a lot of straps, and it’s great that we have a video like this to prove it lol
If I didn't recently become the proud owner of an Omega Seamaster, I would be seriously considering this watch.. (also, it would have saved me a lot of money too... )
It looks fantastic, and ticks all the boxes for me,,
Damn you Sinn,,, lol...
Shame I can't afford another luxury watch.....
The Omega Seamaster sounds great John! - The Sinn really is a stunning piece though :D
I don't need a diver or tough watch, but it looks really cool and tempting.
I think we all feel the same with this one :D
In two years, I'll buy this perfect tool watch...
Just bought this in the steel gray model. Can't wait for my first 'real' watch.
Well, now this is my new grail watch, thanks a lot.
That's great to hear! We feel exactly the same :D
Does so many things, rugged and tough, splashes of red make the hands and dial pop against the flat black dial! Exceptional watch.
Agreed Jason! Which was your favourite strap option?
@@watchgecko Can't pick between the vintage Nato and the zuludiver waffle, both are absolutely on point
Boom💥....Tool watch grail.
Definitely!
I would definitely not call this watch understated and subdued. But anyway, I'm not really a fan of Sinn but this watch definitely appeals to me. I think the watch looks best on the bracelet
Thanks for checking out our review Joey!
Great looking watch, the colour of the steel is amazing, looks like titanium.. Thanks for the review.
Thanks David!
I listened to some of your podcasts today, well done, keep it up!
Thanks Cedar! - We appreciate your support :D
One of the greatest diver of 2020! 🔥
Love the U50 but man the bracelet is so cheap with that clasp. Definitely get the rubber strap. Also, much prefer the base model with bead blasted bezel. The SDR looks too much like a kids toy watch.
Thanks for checking out our review :D
I ordered the steel bezel on a rubber strap a few months ago, will get it in January 2021....can’t wait!!
Very nice but perhaps a little expensive. looks great on the H-link. It looks like such a fit for purpose watch, the red, white and black really works imo.
It really is a great piece Desmond!
I love my U50 SDR, also my U1 SE, but i may sell it after all- Thanks for the Video! Cool straps!
Great review, I want one and am now convincing myself, slowly, to buy a U50.
Great dimensions and beautiful piece!
We have to agree with you there, What was your favourite strap option?
WatchGecko I liked the bracelet it come on and the black rubber one you showed.
Beautiful...and that strap with red stiches is a must
Need to try one on, looks amazing on rubber.
That is a must! If you get the chance make sure to let us know what you think in person.
Great watch. Oh for a blasted case on the Sinn 104 for Europe.
That's a beautiful watch!
We've been hearing that a lot! Thanks for checking out our review Barron.
Love my U50 SDR!
I still think it looks a bit too much like one of those old fashioned railroad traffic-lights... granted: I had the larger version in my hands a few weeks ago and it is surprisingly subtle "in the flesh". But for the tooliest of toolwatches, I'd still go for the Sinn EZM3.
super tempting...
Do it :D
My grail watch! 🤟🤨
You're not the first person to say that! I think Sinn is onto a winner with this one :D
Great watch!
Thanx!!!
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Thank you!
Sinn needs to add some sliding adjustment system to their metal bracelet clasps. Then their watches would be an absolute knockout.
They do...they have 3 microadjustments on a slider.
Ooooooo that’s a nice one 🤔
Definitely!
Compare the Sinn u1 and U50 to this microbrand Obris Morgan Aegis whom was released earlier than the U50 and you will notice that Sinn borrowed many of their design in the U50 from the Aegis which is a better watch in my opinion than the U50 ...search it guys
What is the router noise like?
It sounds like hundred-dollar bills coming out of an ATM machine.
Wish it's titanium instead of stainless steel
Thanks for checking out our review Philip, much appreciated.
Would love this watch with the arrow hands... 😔 Not a fan of these thick ones.
I like Sinn and this seems like a good extension to their range but for €2000+ you are in a whole other level than “beater plus”. I have a very nice Montblanc with a Sellita SW300 which cost c.€1200 so I know how good that basic movement is...I can’t see much justification for this being much more expensive
Housey1985 .. you obviously don’t know much about sinn.
@@rockinginafreeworld3256 well the good thing is how friendly and open watch people are in allowing other opinions to be shared 😂. I said I like this but I don’t see it as a €2k plus watch....
Housey1985 . You are welcome.
I prefer watch hands to have a more distinctive hour hand, so as the minute hand passes over, it is unable to obscure the hour hand completely. It bugs be when the minute hand obscures the hour hand completely... The hour hand should be fatter, or shaped differently
I love the looks of that watch but 41mm is just a little too small. I can't do anything under 42mm unless it's a dress watch. It really is a sharp looking watch though...needs crown guards.
I still do not like these nato straps. Why people are making such a fuss about them remains strange to me.
*german submarine steel 😀
It is a 500$ watch being sold for 3000$ ! That's a german steal in my opinion , Sinn prices are ridiculous, and the fans are making them grow more greedy :/
I’m so glad to hear this- could you show me some other 500m, 11mm case, hardened metal dive watches at that price?
@@fabers92 well believe me friend when i say the train didn't leave me behind, i bought a micro brand " orbis morgan aegis' which is everything you said except it is not a Sinn and i didn't even need to wait for the release of this U50 cause orbis nailed everything right since the beggining ,they released Aegis at the same time Sinn U1 started gaining hype btw watch collectors and later on was replaced with Sinn U50 cause customers complained about the chunkiness of the U1 .and Orbis have a new release called Port ....dig it. Their watches are trust worthy .
Too bad Sinn bracelets are rubbish.
@Heywood Jablome yes I have. The 104 with SS bracelet. The clasp doesn't belong on such a nice piece.
Interesting, but a bit overpriced for a sellita movement, at least in OZ.
Dunno... it's the SW300, not the 200, plus it's a "top" grade and very well regulated. From what I hear, these things usually run well within COSC-specs when Sinn is done regulating them. And as long as the accuracy is excellent, I think I'd rather have the mass produced Sellita that's relatively cheap and easy to maintain.
German stainless steel. From the town of Germany in China.
what do you mean?