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I truely enjoy your 2015 videos ., I do miss parts of 2014 and the low key reviews from 2015 ., Crazy how the perspective of today’s wisdom does not diminish these gems .,I get a duality of benefit. Not only do I get back the cozy feeling that I had watching these 5 years ago. , but I also gain from new focus.
I adore this watch and thank you TGV for pushing me over the edge to purchase. I now have 6 NATO straps that compliment it perfectly depending on my mood ❤
Been watching the channel for a long time, have had help from people like you and Mark at Long Island, Frederick, Christian, Armand, and many more!!! -just wanted to tell you that you were by far the most helpful at showing watches- so people like myself( someone who's always had a love and appreciation for watches but didn't know much about them) could actually see what one looks and feels like. We all know websites that sell watches have terrible descriptions and pictures-been in love with the sinn 104 sa since first watching your channel-because of all your help and true love and respect for all time pieces-The love for the swatch made me just order the new 2017 white faced dial 104 with indices not numerals-I have never had the jewels to purchase a $1200 watch without actually holding it-but I am beyond thrilled waiting for my new timepiece to be built and sent to me-just wanted to say thank you so much JT- Chicago
You mentioned all the technologies that Sinn has accomplished, but it was ALMOST misleading thinking all of those technologies are in the Sinn 104. I really like this watch because of its aesthetics, ease of fixing, and price point. Thanks for another good video!
Great review of the Sinn 104 St Sa I ! You inspired me and today I got me this one at German official Sinn dealer. You was absolutely was right, the quality is fantastic. I'm blown away and totally happy with my new acquisition. Thank's a lot for inspiring me.
I just purchased mine a couple of hours ago in Frankfurt. My first "real" (mechanical) watch. I agree with everything you say. Just a beautiful and wonderfully built timepiece. Thanks for the review and greetings from Germany.
Great review of a stunning watch. literally came across this tonight via your page amd it's now top of my 2016 list! unbelievable looking watch for the money.
Fantastic review, TGV. I've been seriously eyeing Sinns for the last two weeks now as my first "high-end" luxury watch purchase, and your review of the 104 just put me over. I'm going to be ordering one tomorrow; I talked to one of the guys at WatchBuys about it today. BTW, I will be attending their road show next week in San Francisco.
Stephen Scharf Thank you again Stephan. Let me know how it goes with your Sinn, I would be very interested to hear. I hope you said good thing to the people at Watchbuys about me ;-) Thanks for the support, Best regards, TGV P.s. New video up! ;-)
IT'S SUCH A beautiful piece! I love it, seriously! Thank you so much for introducing me to the Sinn brand, and these watches. I really love this, and CAN totally imagine me buying a Sinn watch in the NOT so distant future! Woah, yes, it's a Diver but also Aviation.
I have been watching your videos for the last few days. I love your attention to detail and thoroughness in reviewing each watch and it's quality as well as value for money. I would love to see a review of the Portsea watch by the Melbourne Watch Company; a locally made watch in my area in Australia. Thanks!
I bought this watch yesterday and I absolutely love it! I couldn't make my mind between Sinn 104 and Ball Fireman Enterprise. Finaly I decided to go for the Sinn. For me this piece has everything I was expecting from my new watch. Practical, classy and elegant but - as you said - not flashy :) Astonishing. IMHO - you cannot find better quality in this price range.
Great looking piece ;the finishing of the watch case appears outstanding on the screen! Wish there was a place to see them in person here where I live. Great review again, hope to see more of this watch.
John Rycroft Thank you John, I agree completely, shame they don't have these in brick and mortar stores, I will certainly do more videos featuring it. Thanks for the comment as always, Best regards, TGV
Another great intro, keep them coming T. Love the review of the Sinn & i can fully understand why you love it so. The day/date feature is so simple & yet it's probably the best i've ever seen. A beautiful looking watch & it suits the plain jane strap down to a tee.
Great vidoe ones again TGV. Always love to look at yout vids,...... I must admit that the Sinn 104 ( gets my attention for almost a year now ) but never had the guts to purchase. Now this review will put me over that last bit of hesitation. I think when the steiny has arrived ( gmt vintage ) i will get my hands on this one....beautifull piece,....just love the dial!!!!!!. Cheers bryan
A truly excellent review of a watch I am interested in. I will be visiting Sinn in about 2 months and I think this review "sold me" on this model....even without the numerals, which we went into before. Thank you for covering this subject and coming out with the review in such a short time from initial ownership. I really enjoy all your reviews, but you really did a quality job on this one!! (nice dog too!!)
I'm always shaking my head why you sold your Sinn. This was my first TGV video and my favorite. This watch gave birth to my horology soul. Probably forever one of my few grail watches.
I've bought this watch three times. I've sold it twice to fund buying another watch up the luxury ladder but I keep coming back to this one. I think it's my favorite watch. Ever. I think I'll keep the third one for life.
TGV I really have to thank you a lot for this. Just got exactly this particular watch and it looks even better in in real life than on this review. And you are 100% right by saying that this watch is "pure class" (love that phrase haha). It really is just beyond what I've expected. Keep up the spirit and your passion for Horology. Best Regards, Wojciech
Seriously considering buying this watch after watching this great review. I just can't make my mind up about the straps! Always loved a bracelet but the worn look of TGV's strap is really growing on me.
TGV. Great well balanced review on this time piece. I was impressed that whilst you are smitten with it you were able to find some critical points. Anyone orientated on buying this will find your review a great help in deciding. Lovely strap and the stressed ( scamosciato) finishing of the leather made the case pop!! Ciao. Jp.
Jeremy Pitotti Thank you JP, very kind indeed. Talking of straps, as you are in Roma, you should pop down to Colareb and have a look, I would love to hear your thoughts. They are based there. Best regards, TGV
Great watch, great review well done. I have been waiting on a 103 for just over a month from Page & Cooper I can't wait to get it but i had a real toss up between the 104 and the 103 both terrific watches.
Just picked up the Sinn 104 based on your video. I’ve owned an EZM 1 and another Sinn. Love the tool feel of those I’ve owned and this adds a very classy versatility to a daily wear watch.
So WatchBuys sent me the Arabic numeral version and I think I like it better. The watch is stunning in person in a way that the video just doesn’t capture. Having owned several Omega’s, Rolexes etc. I think you are spot on. The build quality is every bit that of the “higher end” name brands. IMO, the difference between Sinn and the more well known watches is $10,000,000 worth of marketing budget and admittedly some history. Personally I enjoy owning something less ubiquitous, a bit more individual. May I suggest a video that details your favorite hidden gems? Sinn 104, Squale diver, ...
Nice review and a beautiful watch. I like your pairing with that strap as well. Each time I watch this review it reaffirms my desire to have one of these someday. I also wish it was more like 40mm but at least the case is thinner and the L2L short. ADM
Hello, TGV I just wanted to let you know that I finally got the Oris Artix GT Day Date Friday. It took a while as I guess the AD looked over the one they sent me and found it to be better to get a new one from Oris which is the way I wanted it, didn't want my new watch to be a repair job before I ever got to put it on my wrist. I love it and it looks great........and works perfect so far. Thanks for reviewing the midsize and putting the final push in making my mind up to go with this model. Keep up the great vids.
TheSilversniffer Hello, So glad to hear. Fantastic. I hope it brings you much enjoyment. The DayDate is stunning. I love the layout. Congrats and please keep me posted. Thanks for sharing, Best regards, TGV
Hi Tristan, I've been watching your video again and again since last weekend. Today I drove an hour up to Frankfurt to see the watch at the Sinn headquarter live and in color. And man, you did not oversell it a single bit. It feels like a solid instrument, excellent on the wrist and is just gorgeous to look at! But - bummer - they're currently out of stock. The good news is, that the next batch is already on the assembly line, which is actually just a story above the showroom. So I pre-ordered one and I should have that timepiece fresh out of the oven by mid-November *YAY* Thank you for your effort and dedication in sharing your views. Chapeau!
+Ian M. Schomber So glad to hear Ian, Thank you for sharing this and the kind words of support. Enjoy your Sinn when you get it. I hope you told them about the channel! Best regards, TGV
Sascha Strobel Hello! Great to hear from another satisfied owner and thanks for sharing. I hope it brings you many years of enjoyment. I love mine! Best regards, TGV
I just got my first Sinn two weeks ago, a tegimented U1, and thus far I haven't wanted to wear anything else. I agree there doesn't seem to be much at these price points that compete with Sinn's tech and build quality. This U1 have definitely been a 'game changer' for me.
I finally got this watch recently.... same exact model you reviewed... Sinn is where it's at... there entire lineup is amazing, value, style, design... Most of their watches feature, toughen steel, antimagnetic cases, screw down crowns, 200m WR... they make a lineup that you can literally wear anywhere, every day. It's astounding. Interestingly, you got rid of this watch to fund your beloved Navitimer. But I'm IN LOVE with the Sinn Navigator version... It's my goal watch, the 41mm size of that Navigator would be perfection for me... I can't believe you didn't go for it.
The Urban Gentry you did get it again didn’t you 😍 I took my delivery on Wednesday and have just watched these videos (again!!) wearing it 🤗 I know it’s being a bit like a kid again 🤪
Received the Arabic numeral version today, and am already in love with it. Bought it as an EDC, knockaround piece, and I think it will work perfectly in that capacity. Beautiful watch, but very masculine, no dainty quality to it, and something about it just screams, “Do your worst!” That is, I won’t feel like I have to baby it. The band is fantastic, though quite stiff. When it gets warmer, I’ve got a NATO at the ready. I’ve set the day in German; I just kind of like the novelty of that. Glad I bought it, and think I’m really going to enjoy wearing it.
I have the black dial, the watch beat my expectations and feels on par with my more expensive watches quality wise. The -0.5sec a day accuracy is also amazing
Congratulations on your choice. In my opinion it is one of the best looking watches on the market right now. Maybe reducing the complications to just a date or even just the time could improve the clarity on the dial. I already bought a watch this year, but maybe in 2016 i will buy a 104 as a kind of perfect everyday watch. Have a lot of fun wearing this fine peace of watchmaking. Greetings from Germany
Sinn, like a number of German brands, also offers quality and performance that is represents very good value for money. And as you have said, Sinn also offers a rich history for producing extremely accurate and quality watches used by military services around the world rom fliegers to diving watches. I have a GMT watch by an Australian brand that is water resistant to 300m. I have worn it swimming in the ocean, a swimming pool and to work numerous times. I have owned this particular watch for eight years and it has outlasted a Raymond Weil and a TAG Heuer I have owned over a similar number of years and it cost a third of the price I paid for either of those watches.
Thanks for a fantastic review! Finally my decision was made and I'm going to buy this watch but I still have one question - you didn't mentioned anything about bezel insert material - is it ceramic or aluminum one? Thanks and keep doing great job !
@19:25 you mention you'd like a 120-click bezel with the high density markings. Possibly the way they designed the markings and the long hands is the reason behind the choice of 60 clicks. If you are reading elapsed minutes off the bezel, you can use the markings to read fractions of minutes. If you could set the bezel half way through a minute that wouldn't be easy to do at a glance.
I love Sinn. When I began collecting, they were where I started. Currently the top Sinn in my collection is an EZM 10 TESTAF. If you are not aware of this watch, I commend it to you. Sinn's history is in pilot watches, but the EZM 10 is the future. It carries nearly every one of the technical features you discussed in the first part of the video--as well as several others For example, Sinn went well beyond water resistance--it's jet fuel and hydrologic fluid resistant. It has UV lume in addition to traditional lume. And it's tegimented--but tegimented titanium. Now it begs the question, what does a guy like me need with a watch like this? Well, for starters, it's badass! But for a lover of both technology and watches, it underscores the point that technology is not just electronic--materials engineering is as, and often even more relevant. And the EZM 10 is probably the most advanced piece of materials engineering technology you can buy and wear. I'd love to know your thoughts on it.
Ephraim Gerstein Wow that EZM sounds amazing. I will have to look into it. I would love to review something like that. Thank you for sharing that, you must be extremely proud. Best regards, TGV P.s. New video just uploaded ;-)
I have been giving serious thought to the purchase of a Sinn watch. Perhaps the 104, although the 356 Pilot Flieger - a watch I've been considering - has a dial that is busier. I like that in a pilot watch; though this 104 is very nice. I like these reviews. They offer a lot of help and provide a lot of information.
Great Channel! I was a fan of another channel that became more interested in gluttony and sloth than focusing on watches. Your presentation is clear, concise, and well thought out. I have been into Rolex for decades, it was the durability (now called tool watch) factor that appealed to me. With brands like Sinn you can get a watch that is just as durable that fill niches that Rolex does not serve. Also the pricing increases from Rolex are pushing the envelope of an everyday watch and at one million pieces produced annually the exclusivity is waning.
TGV Can you perform a critique on the Luminox aviation/space watches particularly the Space SXC PC Steel GMT Watch models.I have owned one for several years and have fallen in love with this model (styling, aesthetics ,and accuracy).Selling at $800 , it appears to be a great buy.(however, can be obtained for much less. Kindest Regards
Mate, don´t think has been mentioned. But Sinn has never ever given a watch away for free, they don´t sponsor any famous people or anything like that from what I know of. All in all, they prefer a lower price instead. And making the quality do the PR for them. Just like this video. A very nice watch, congrats.
I had to comment on your videos, I enjoy them quite a lot. Glad you discovered German watches. I have a 103 acrylic and its my favorite watch. Everything Sinn makes is sexy. Just wait till you get a Damasko ;)
Well color me jealous. I've been saving up for a Sinn for some time. Eventually, when I'm out of college, hopefully I'll be making more money so I can just pick these watches up on a whim. For now, I'll continue to save up for the 104. Thanks for making the video!
***** Hang in there my friend. That feeling of saving and then finally getting that piece makes it so much more special. Good luck and thanks for the comment. Best regards, TGV
The Urban Gentry Good one TGV Its a fantastic piece Looking forward to hearing how it changes your current collection and future buys. German efficiency and aesthetic Its truly marvellous!! And that piece in your collection its proper pan - European !!( German watch with a Swiss heart on Italian leather !) I have to say the minimalist design is very Charming. Top job of a review as usual ! Have fun with your sinn!!! Regards JV PS: as few people suggested lume shots would be nice, And a small suggestion for the !measurement of lug width , use the upper prongs of your calliper for that( the prongs will touch the inner sides of the lugs and give exact reading , not that your values are wrong just that the upper prongs are used for inner measuring)
The Urban Gentry please start including lume shots in your reviews. I am sure a lot of your viewers would love to see them. Other than that I think you are doing a fantastic job with your reviews. Oh and i would have personally gone with EZM 3F :)
Vladi S Hi Vlad, I like to shoot my lume shots separately. I will do a another lume video soon. Thanks for watching and for sharing the comment. Best regards, TGV
Very Nice watch! I am in 3rd year college right now with loans piling up so unfortunately I cannot afford anything even close to this watch. Currently I'm wearing an Invicta 8926c Pro Diver with Sieko NH35A Automatic movement. I bought it for $120 dollars including shipping and I think its the best automatic cheapie out there and is a Submariner Hommage. I personally want to get the seamaster planet ocean later on when I have money and even the speedmaster. I love Omega because of my dad; He bought an omega in 1969 in an auction for 200 pounds. The watch worked flawlesly for 30 years and was then stolen in Pakistan. I hope I can get him another piece because he really misses his watch. Great review on this sinn! Another watch added to my wishlist haha!
Very nice. I really like this look and for the price its good competitor for tudor black bay and similar watches. I think this watch looks like pilot watch in leather, but tranforms to diver with rubber/nato.
wow, thanks for responding to my comment. I love your watch reviews. I have a speedmaster professional (manual wind nasa certified), a alpina startimer pilot (the limited edition that came with the model plane, a mondaine date day automatic railway watch as well as a few others. I'd love to see a review on the alpina, it also uses the same brand movement as the Sinn. Thanks again my friend!
Julien Phalip Hi Julien, I have to say, its AMAZING accuracy wise. It performing within COSC standards almost and far superior to previous lesser Sellita movements I have had experience with. I am extremely impress I have to say. Great comment/question, thank you Best regards, TGV
thank you for this nice and professional demonstration! i love this watch so much and will buy it after seeing your presentation! this will be my 2nd SINN after the "857 UTC". greets from the SINN-homeground "frankfurt city", germany! erik
Der Endres So glad to hear Erik! Thank you for the kind words and watching my channel. I dream of visiting and exploring Frankfurt one day! I hope you enjoy your 104 as much as I do. Best regards, TGV
Just ordered my Sinn 104 I St Sa with black Sinn leather strap today, and it will be here tomorrow! TGV's superb review put me over the edge of the cliff and I took the jump! Ha! LOL! Really looking forward to this enjoying this stunning watch.
+The Urban Gentry Been watching your videos lately. Always very positive in your videos which is refreshing to watch. Even when you reply to comments you use nothing but kind words. Definitely Subbed.
This dude makes such a nice harmfull videos. Nice classic music. Nice Studio (room). He has a good taste for everything. Very nice to watch especially on a beautifull sunday with a Special Belgium beer in my hand.
Great review as always. Seriously tempted on this one. I may have missed it but I haven't heard you speak on Longines much. Out of curiosity what do you think of the Heritage 1973 panda (white dial, black subdials)?
Excellent review!!! TGV, please say me if you now after aprox. 1 year, you are satisfied with your purchase with this model of Sinn. I intend to buy the same watch. You made me somehow decide about him. Thanks!!!
What a gorgeous watch, I love the fact that it has a screw down crown and all the features (like the system to safely lock the bezel). What's the feeling once you hold it in your hand? Does it feel robust and heavy? (You pointed out already that Sinn makes very robust watches but just to be sure, i sort of hate holding a watch in my hands and feeling a light and cheap piece of metal)
Well.. I've been looking for a new watch för a while now to enlarge my collection (contains Seikos, Certina, Orients and so on), but haven't find the one which makes you in love at first sight. (Un)fortunately I came across this video and your channel and I'm stuck! :P After watching this video I ordered the Sinn 104 without any further analysis - I'm absolutely in love with this watch! :) Thank you for one of the absolute best, educational and informativ review!! Keep up the good work! Regards Daniel from Sweden!
Excellent review buddy, thanks!! I'm actually saving for Sinn 103 St at the moment, but since I had a chance to hold a Sinn 104 in a dealer here I'm starting to swing towards this 104 instead (but I prefer the version with arabic numerals, instead of baton index like yours), it's significantly cheaper thus I can spend the rest of the budget for another piece. If only the 104 had all-black bezel and double-domed crystal I would've grabbed it right away .... I'd like to hear your opinion about Sinn 103 St compared to this piece? Thanks in advance.
Ive always been impressed with my friends Sinn dive watch, 104 looks a cracking piece, nicer than the new version and the reverse bezel would be great in the kitchen!
Alan D Thank you very much Alan. YESSSSS you nailed it, very useful cooking, should be the pilot/chefs watch! Fantastic comment, Best regards, TGV P.s. New video up now ;-)
Hey TGV I've just started watching your vids and have subscribed..Great work I love the detail! So which of the newer colour dial 104s would you go for...the Anthracite or the Navy? I can't make a decision! Cheers
i love the back case, superbly done, which watch is better? 104 sta st? or ezm 3? im planning to buy 1521 squale blue phase first. my 2nd watch would be either sinn 104 sta st or sinn ezm3? hoping to hear from you. I always mention ur watch reviews to my friends in singapore, its the best ! thank you for your reviews.
Thoughts on this Sinn in contrast to an Omega Speedmaster? I know the 104 isn't a chronograph, but aesthetically the two pieces are similar and probably fit the same kind of niche is a wardrobe/collection.
Hey. New round these parts and a total watch newbie. Saving up for the 104 thanks in large part to this video. I would like to know how they hold up to daily wear though? There's a beat up one on Ebay right now that has me a bit worried! Also, please can anyone identify the actual strap model on the 104 here? I've looked on the Colareb site but can't see it anywhere. Just love the look of the total package here. Exactly what i'm looking for. Great videos by the way TGV. Very helpful for someone like me. Many thanks.
Awesome watch!!! I have had for a long time my eye on that particular mode and I was just waiting for a full review, there are not many information regarding that model on RU-vid. Thank you very much for the great review I really appreciate it and since I had yesterday my 30th birthday, it could be a perfect gift for myself. :) further more I live in Munich and as a German it will be my first German watch. PS.: Could you tell me or send me a list where to purchase a ring that you have shown in your earlier video, it's not so easy to find a reliable jeweler here in Munich, maybe there is a possibility to order one from the UK. Thanks in advance. Regards IR
