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Sinn Spezialuhren zu Frankfurt

am Main is celebrating its 50th

anniversary. A half century

of uncompromising quality,

elegance, functionality and

design, as well as consistency

and continuity in terms of

marketing and distribution,

customer service and price

policy. And when it comes

to ingenuity, creativity and

technology, the company has

also enjoyed continuous growth

and development. Yet we

are confident that most of our

innovations still lie before us.

In the course of its 50-year

history, Sinn Spezialuhren has

established Frankfurt as a

watchmaking centre. All the

more reason for us to remain

true to our philosophy – which is

precisely what we intend to do.

Of this, you can be confident!

I hope you enjoy perusing this

catalogue!

Preface

50 Jahre Sinn Spezialuhren zu

Frankfurt am Main: Das bedeutet

50 Jahre Kontinuität. In Wertar-

beit, Anmutung, Funktionalität

und Formgebung, im Vertriebs-

system, der Kundeninformation

und der Preisgestaltung. Aber

auch in Ideenfindung, Kreativität

und der technischen sowie tech-

nologischen Weiterentwicklung.

Dabei wissen wir: Die meisten

Entwicklungen liegen noch vor

uns.

50 Jahre Sinn Spezialuhren

machten Frankfurt am Main zur

Uhrenstadt. Wir haben deshalb

allen Grund, unserer Philosophie

treu zu bleiben – und genau dies

werden wir auch tun. Darauf

können Sie sich verlassen!

Bei der Lektüre dieses Katalog-

buches wünsche ich Ihnen viel

Freude!

Vorwort

Dipl.-Ing. Lothar Schmidt

Contents

6 – 31 1961–2011: 50th anniversary of Sinn Spezialuhren

32 – 47 SINN Technologies – Overview

34 HYDRO

35 Temperature Resistance Technology

36 – 37 Ar-Dehumidifying Technology

38 DIAPAL

39 TEGIMENT and Black Hard Coating

40 – 41 Magnetic Field Protection

42 – 43 Captive Safety Bezel

44 – 47 SUG – technologically sophisticated cases

48 – 79 Instrument Watches and Chronographs

50 – 51 Series 103

52 – 53 Series 142 St II

54 – 55 Series 144

56 – 57 Series 356

58 – 59 Model 358

60 – 61 Model 556 I

62 – 63 Series 656 and 657

64 – 65 Series 756

66 – 67 Series 757

68 – 69 Series 856

70 – 71 Series 857

72 – 73 Series 900

74 – 75 Model 902

76 – 77 Series 903

78 – 79 Series 917 and 956

80 – 83 Set of dashboard clocks

84 – 103 Diving Watches and Mission Timers

86 – 87 Series U1000 (EZM 6)

88 – 89 Series U1

90 – 91 Series U2 (EZM 5)

92 – 93 Series U200 (EZM 8)

94 – 95 Series UX (EZM 2B)

96 – 97 Model EZM 3

98 – 99 Series 203

100 – 103 Model EZM 7

104 – 115 Classic Masterpieces

106 – 107 Model 1736 Classic and series 1746

108 – 109 Series 6000 and model 6030

110 – 111 Models 6033, 6036, 6060 and 6066

112 – 113 Series 6100 REGULATEUR

114 – 115 Series 6110

116 – 121 Ladies' Watches

118 – 119 Series 243 Ti

120 – 121 Series 456

122 – 143 Reports and Technical Specifications

124 – 125 Germanischer Lloyd Certifies SINN Diving Watches

126 – 128 SINN watches on rough-road simulation track

129 Ralf Niebergall: Aerobatic pilot relies on SINN Watches

130 – 133 Arved Fuchs: The U2 in the realm of eternal ice

134 – 135 Tim Thompson: The U2 in use in harsh climatic conditions

136 – 137 Christian Moser: The 757 DIAPAL proves a reliable

companion in Patagonia

138 – 143 Technical Specifications

Greetings

The 50th anniversary of Sinn Spezialuhren zu Frankfurt am Main

marks a half century of success in and for the city of Frankfurt,

and I extend both my personal best wishes and my heartfelt

congratulations as mayor of the city. The evolution of the SINN

company from a start-up to a global success story exhibits many

parallels to the development of the city of Frankfurt am Main, while

other aspects are quite different – which in itself is evidence that the

company and Frankfurt are a perfect match.

Fifty years ago Frankfurt am Main was only beginning its rise to

becoming Germany's economic and financial centre. At the time

no one knew it would grow into a leader on the European stage.

Fifty years ago no one suspected Frankfurt would one day be a

global centre for information technology and telecommunication. No one dared to dream that the

city's opera house and museums would be among the world's best within just a few decades. After all,

the Alte Oper – today a symbol of Frankfurt's cultural ascendancy – was still in ruins. The thought that

creating and marketing (computer) games would one day be a major contributor to the city's image

and wealth would have been considered absurd.

And the first customers to buy watches from Sinn Spezialuhren would never have thought that the

company – at the time an insider tip for divers and pilots – would one day carry the name of Frankfurt

all the way to Japan and Australia. In contrast to the city of Frankfurt, whose success has been largely

dependent upon the development and innovative use of new technologies, Sinn Spezialuhren

has remained true to traditional, mechanical watches. But like its home city, Sinn Spezialuhren has

eschewed expensive marketing measures and glamour, preferring to rely consistently on good

quality, innovative ideas and outstanding design. Particularly under the leadership of the company's

new owner, Lothar Schmidt, the company has never ceased expanding its range of products.

Lothar Schmidt recognized that wearing a mechanical wristwatch remains a symbol of individuality

and an expression of personality for successful businessmen. Sinn Spezialuhren began taking on

trainees, thereby helping to ensure that the art of watchmaking could survive in the digital age. Sinn

Spezialuhren remained loyal to the city of Frankfurt. The company demonstrated its commitment to

Frankfurt by introducing the Frankfurt Financial District Watch and once again with a special model

honouring the Eintracht Frankfurt football club.

I offer my heartfelt congratulations to Sinn Spezialuhren zu Frankfurt am Main as it commemorates its

50th anniversary, and wish the company every success in the future.

Petra Roth

Oberbürgermeisterin (Lord Mayor)

of the city of Frankfurt am Main

The human dimension in the digital age

In a modern process called "algo trading," the world's leading stock

markets use sophisticated algorithms to determine within a fraction

of a second which stocks and derivatives to buy or sell. Financial

deals, computer games and developments in the automotive

sector are taking place around the clock, all over the world. In the digital

age, many business processes have transcended the human dimension.

With the introduction of its Frankfurt Financial District Watch, Sinn

Spezialuhren zu Frankfurt am Main have, as it were, put the human

touch back on the wrists of the banking community. Thus it is no

surprise that the former chairman of the board of the German

Stock Exchange Deutsche Börse AG personally presided over the

introduction of this watch to the general public.

The 50th anniversary of Sinn Spezialuhren zu Frankfurt am Main marks a half century of developing

watches that fulfil people's specific requirements. Traditional, high-quality mechanical timepieces

that combine technical innovation with modern design are, and always have been, the company's

guarantee for success, particularly under the leadership of the firm's current owner Lothar Schmidt.

All of this makes Sinn Spezialuhren a characteristic Frankfurt company. The strength of the financial

industry, the automotive sector, IT and telecommunication and even the computer games segment

has always been optimal technical quality and reliability combined with the kind of innovation that sets

new global standards. These are the trademarks of the Frankfurt/Rhine/Main metropolitan region. And

like the aforementioned business sectors – and indeed the city itself – Sinn Spezialuhren eschews flashy

marketing campaigns and ostentatious appearances.

By creating new jobs and trainee positions, and by resisting the temptation to move away from Frankfurt

am Main, Sinn Spezialuhren has established itself as an important, integral and distinctive member of

the city's business community. And for this, the former municipal director of economic development is

grateful. Under the leadership of Mr. Schmidt, the name Frankfurt found its way into the display cases of

jewellery shops in places like Tokyo and Melbourne – earning thanks and special recognition from the

region's international marketing manager.

Congratulations and best wishes for success in the next 50 years!

Dr. Hartmut Schwesinger

Managing Director

FrankfurtRheinMain GmbH

International Marketing of the Region

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1961 A former World War II pilot and flight trainer, Helmut Sinn

founded the company "Helmut Sinn Spezialuhren" in

Frankfurt am Main in 1961. The company – in keeping with its founder's

biography – originally focused on the production of navigational clocks

and pilot chronographs that were manufactured in Switzerland but sold

under the SINN label.

The company's philosophy was shaped by three basic principles:

The goal was to make the best possible watches at the lowest possible

price. The watches themselves should combine optimal functionality

and readability with high quality. And third, to ensure the best value for

the money, Sinn Spezialuhren would rely exclusively on direct marketing

and forgo extensive advertising campaigns.

In the following decades the company earned a reputation as an

insider's tip – thanks in part to excellent reports in the trade press (for

example in the year 1990) and word-of-mouth publicity. Over the years

Sinn Spezialuhren produced a series of classic pilot's watches. Some

of these watches are still in the company's catalogue to this day and

enjoy an outstanding reputation among connoisseurs of watches.

This is because the subsequent owner of the company, the engineer

Lothar Schmidt, has continually enhanced the technological aspects

of these watches, for example the 103. When Lothar Schmidt acquired

Helmut Sinn GmbH on 1 September 1994, the company employed three

watchmakers. The acquisition amounted to the founding of a new

company – a fact that was demonstrated in the name change to "Sinn

Spezialuhren GmbH".

A classic model from the company's early days. The 103 was one of the first pilot's watches marketed by SINN.

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The company's founder: Helmut Sinn

The company's founder was born in 1916 in the city of Metz in the

Alsace-Lorraine region, and grew up in the Palatinate region of

Germany. As a young man he became interested in aeroplanes and

took flying lessons. He earned his pilot's license around the time that

the Second World War began. In the following years he became

a flight instructor for blind flight and aerobatics, and gained an

appreciation of precise, reliable aeronautic instruments. After the

end of the war Helmut Sinn founded a wholesale watch company

before dedicating his efforts to establishing the SINN brand.

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For many years, advertisements for Sinn Spezialuhren were "made by hand". For example, this ad from the 1908s for the ULBU 200/3 RZ, an "electronically powered laboratory clock for displaying, monitoring and measuring time." The mock-ups were taped together on a sheet of paper, then photocopied one thousand times, as indicated by a hand-written note on the top edge of the first page.

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Concise and easy to read at a glance – this is one of the company's first price lists. Offerings included "industrial timers and stopwatches".

1963 One of the company's first

advertisements appeared in "auto

mobil sport", a magazine published specially for

"sporty drivers". Helmut Sinn personally announced

that he "provides all kinds of specialist watches for

automobile racing" and promised they "may be

paid for in installments".

The company headquarters were located at Rödelheimer Parkweg 6 before moving to the current premises on "Im Füldchen" street. The big outdoor clock features the SINN logo.

The address of the company headquarters according to the advertisement: Rödelheimer Parkweg.

The workshop at Rödelheimer Parkweg 6. Although they seem archaic now, the cuckoo clock and the steering wheel with a watch in its centre were both on sale at the time. The items shown here are scheduled for repairs.

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The cover of this four-page mini-catalogue illustrates what has always been the core competence of Sinn Spezialuhren: Pilot's watches and navigation cockpit clocks. The inside pages of the brochure, published in the 1980s, feature "classic" models from the early days of the company: the 103 A, 142 BS, 144, the cockpit stopwatches IFR/60 and IFR/12, as well as the 157, an original German armed forces chronograph and the 903 navigation chronograph. There is also a "compass clock", the 170 A. On the back cover the company positions itself as "Specialists in Swiss Chronographs".

The fully automatic quartz calendar clock on the wall of the workshop was also featured on a two-page brochure.

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Navigation cockpit clocks sold by Sinn Spezialuhren have a wide range of applications. For example, they are used (from left) in civil aviation (Boeing 727) as well as military planes (Tornado fighter jet). They are also found in the cockpits of light aircraft like the Condor high-performance sailplane.

1980 At this point in time the company was producing

navigation cockpit clocks and wristwatches in a

ratio of 4:1. But in early 1980 it was having difficulty fulfiling orders. The

mechanical movements for navigation cockpit clocks were no longer

available. Since the company needed a replacement for this important

product, it invested in the development of a cockpit clock with a quartz

movement – unfortunately, without success: The prototypes failed to

pass tests conducted by the Federal Office of Defence Technology and

Procurement in Greding because they were unable to withstand shocks

between +60 °C and –35 °C. Problems were also reported with regard to

dust and salt spray. Sinn Spezialuhren accelerated its efforts in the area of

sales and service of wristwatches.

Headquarters of Sinn Spezialuhren since 1985:"Im Füldchen 5–7".

1985 Sinn Spezialuhren

moved its

headquarters from Rödelheimer

Parkweg 6 to new premises just a

few steps away. The new address

is Im Füldchen 5–7.

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Of course, the space flight of the 140 S was a tremendous success for Sinn Spezialuhren. And of course the "specialist for timepieces on land, water and in the air" used this watch and the logo of the D-1 mission in its advertising. This advert supplement features the 142, the 103 B, the 156 and the 157 M.

The 140 S and142 S in outer space

Another event took place that quite literally brought

Sinn Spezialuhren into a whole new sphere: A SINN

timepiece went into outer space. During the D-1

Spacelab mission, the German physicist and astronaut

Dr. Reinhard Furrer wore a 140 S model wristwatch

with a Lemania 5100 movement – indeed a world

premiere. It was the first time a chronograph with an

automatic movement was tested under zero-gravity

conditions. This was so extraordinary because up until

then experts had assumed automatic wristwatches

would not function properly in the absence of

gravity, and that only hand-wound watches would

function properly in orbit. It was believed the rotor

would be unable to power the timepiece under

weightless conditions. With his SINN 140 S, Reinhard

Furrer proved this theory wrong – and demonstrated

that the arm's movements are sufficient to power

the watch, and that the Earth's gravity is more a

hindrance than a help.

Astronauts Reinhold Ewald and Klaus-Dietrich Flade also relied on SINN watches during the 1992 MIR mission. Klaus-Dietrich Flade sent a thank-you note and called the 142 S he wore "a reliable companion".

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A distance of 4.6 million kilometres

It was Reinhard Furrer's first space flight; he served as the ship's payload

specialist. The ship lifted off from Kennedy Space Centre in Florida at

17:00:00 UTC on 30 October 1985 and landed at Edwards Air Force Base

in California at 17:44:51 UTC on 6 November 1985. The watch travelled

a distance of 4.6 million kilometres, orbiting the earth at an altitude

of 383 kilometres. This story has another interesting detail: While other

companies give away their watches to astronauts, Reinhard Furrer

bought his own 140 S.

Sinn Spezialuhren had no idea where the watch would end up. After

returning to earth, Furrer contacted the company to report what he had

learned.

A classic will always be a classic. The 142 – the Furrer watch – is still on offer today, but the new space chronograph has been improved upon. Shown here is the 142 St II with a cowhide strap integrated in the case. Originally there were two models of this watch (140 and 142) with identical cases but different finishes and various display and movement variants. Later the two model series would be consolidated under the series number 142.

Practical proof of functionality: Automatic watches work well even in zero-gravity conditions. The arm's movements are sufficient to keep the automatic watch wound, as Reinhard Furrer proved during the D-1 Spacelab mission in 1985. The 140 S can be seen on his wrist.

An astronaut and his equipment. Overalls, ball-point pen and the140 S, a pilot's chronograph with an automatic Lemania 5100 movement, an interior rotating bezel that can be adjusted externally, a central minute hand, central sweep second hand, small second hand (stoppable) and 12-hour chrono-counter. The case is matte black and electroplated.

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1987 After the successful completion of

the D-1 mission, the astronaut and

the company remained in contact, as evidenced

by the correspondence between Reinhard Furrer

and Helmut Sinn. The subject of the letter on the

left is some slides Reinhard Furrer made available

for advertising purposes. In the letter on the

right, he expresses his gratitude for some watch

maintenance and confirms once again that the

140 S actually flew to outer space.

1989 Sinn Spezialuhren has a sense of

humour. The postmark on this letter

dated 2 January 1989 features a cartoon on the

subject of "pilot's watches".

1990 The September/October edition

of "Uhren Magazin" raised public

awareness of the company. The cover featured a

SINN watch. The headline promised to reveal "why

SINN watches are so exclusive". On its inside pages

the magazine printed a 15-page article about the

company and its watches. For Sinn Spezialuhren, the

publication of this article was seen as confirmation

that the company had done a good job over the

past 30 years – and of course it did wonders for the

company's reputation.

On the cover: The 140 watch.

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1993 In 1993 the groundwork was laid

for a cooperative effort between

Bruno Belamich, who would later become the top

designer for Bell & Ross, and Sinn Spezialuhren; the

cooperation came to fruition in 1994 , when SINN

watches selected by Bruno Belamich were marketed

in France, the USA and other countries as "Bell & Ross

by SINN". It was a lucrative deal for both parties: The

coveted watches helped Bruno Belamich establish

himself as an independent designer, and Sinn

Spezialuhren increased its profile on foreign markets.

The cooperation continued until the end of 2001.

"Bell & Ross by SINN" appeared on the face of the watches. The former cooperation between the two companies explains why watches with these words still command high prices at collectors' markets.

On board the Columbia

Once again, the 142 model played a role in a

space mission. On the second German Spacelab

mission, the D-2, the space chronograph

accompanied the crew during their 10 days in

space. The watch flew 6.7 million kilometres and

orbited the earth 160 times on board the American

space shuttle Columbia.

Meanwhile the range of Sinn Spezialuhren

watches continued to grow. The company's core

business shifted to mechanical chronographs; the

quartz chronograph 180 was an exception to this

rule.

Confirmation in writing: This certificate confirms that the "SINN Space Watch" was on board the Columbia from 26 April to 6 May 1993.

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The technical specifications and operating instructions for the 180 model "electronic chronograph". These titanium watches feature the Lemania 185 quartz movement.

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1994 At the age of

78, Helmut Sinn

went into retirement and sold

the company to Lothar Schmidt.

In terms of technology and

innovation, a new era began for

Sinn Spezialuhren. An engineer

by training, Schmidt had a

reputation in the watch industry

as an experienced and creative

connoisseur of chronographs.

The current owner: Lothar Schmidt, Dipl.-Ing. (equiv. MSc)

A native of Neunkirchen in the German state of Saarland, Lothar

Schmidt trained as an instrument mechanic before earning a degree

in mechanical engineering. He subsequently completed a second

course of study as a time and motion engineer. After serving two years

in the military, he began his career as a construction engineer with a

Swiss engineering company before switching to the watch industry. In

February 1981 Lothar Schmidt was employed by IWC in Schaffhausen,

Switzerland – first as a free-lancer and later as authorized signatory –

where he was responsible for the establishment and operation of case

and bracelet/strap production including design and development.

Later he was also responsible for the establishment and operation of

the parts production facility. From 1990 until he left IWC in 1993 he was

also in charge of setting up the production and logistics operations of

the re-organized A. Lange und Söhne GmbH, at the time a subsidiary of

IWC. In preparation for taking over the leadership of Sinn Spezialuhren,

Schmidt was employed by Helmut Sinn GmbH from September 1993

to August 1994. After assuming leadership on 1 September 1994, Lothar

Schmidt completely reorganized the company to prepare it for a

successful future.

An order placed with the ETY Company in 1994. Helmut Sinn and Lothar Schmidt ordered – by handwritten fax – 210 "Masse Oscillante for the 7750 movement".

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The 244 was the first watch developed by Lothar Schmidt at Sinn Spezialuhren and featured Magnetic Field Protection.

A new era begins

The decision to take over Sinn Spezialuhren was carefully considered.

The company was technology-oriented and offered the potential to

realize original ideas, but it was at a crossroads in its development. In

1994 the company was much smaller than it is today – and so were

its premises. It occupied just one and a half stories of the building on

"Im Füldchen" street, employed no more than three watchmakers

in the service department, and was still buying its timepieces from

external manufacturers. The measures Lothar Schmidt initiated to lay

the groundwork for the company's successful future amounted to the

establishment of a whole new company. He expanded the range of

offerings and set new impulses by introducing patented technologies

to enhance the robustness of the timepieces and make them more

suitable for everyday use – considerable quality improvements. The

very first Sinn Spezialuhren in-house watches featured a technological

innovation that remains one of the company's highest priorities to this

day: Magnetic Field Protection. For this reason, one of the first watches

produced entirely by SINN was the 244, made of titanium with Magnetic

Field Protection and a freely osciallating suspended movement. With

a diameter of just 34 millimetres, this model was the first SINN watch

developed in-house.

Products must speak for themselves

In-house development became the company's new standard. Lothar

Schmidt was not content to market a brand of watches produced

elsewhere. He wanted to realize his own ideas. The new models in

the 103 series retained the familiar design but employed a number

of technological innovations. Lothar Schmidt also expanded the

in-house engraving department, moving it to larger premises and hiring

additional employees. And there were changes to the sales structure

as well: In addition to direct sales, Lothar Schmidt began establishing a

dense network of "depots", selected watchmaking shops that offered

models from the SINN collection.

Thanks to the new technologies and innovations introduced by

Lothar Schmidt, the general public gradually began to perceive SINN as

a "technology brand" – not least because the face the brand presented

to the world was shaped by the technology-oriented, businesslike,

discreet personality of the company's owner. The style of the new

catalogues became characteristic of Sinn Spezialuhren. They reflected

the philosophy of the company's owner: "Products must speak for

themselves."

Hand-crafted to the utmost perfection – an engraved pocket watch with a venerable Laco precision movement.

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1995 Sinn Spezialuhren took another

important step in the area of

in-house development in the year 1995, when the

company offered its first gold watch. The case was

extraordinary in that in spite of a high proportion of

22 carat gold (917/1000) it had the same hardness

as stainless steel (220HV).

The 2200 gold chronograph, as shown in the 1995 catalogue.

The 203 Ti Ar with the red Ar-trademark on the dial.

Ar-Dehumidifying Technology and special oil

Lothar Schmidt continued to strengthen his

company's technological competence.

Ar-Dehumidifying Technology was introduced for

the first time in the diving chronograph 203 Ti Ar.

The new technology ensured enhanced freedom

from fogging and slowed down the aging process

of the lubricant inside the watch, thereby extending

the functional life of the movement. The guarantee

for these watches was extended to three years.

Another technology introduced at the same time

also enhanced the robustness and suitability

for everyday use of all new SINN watches: the

SINN special oil known as 66-228, which provides

effective, long-lasting lubrication.

The opening of the first depot

In the area of sales, Lothar Schmidt's plan to establish

"depots" took concrete form. This distribution channel

premiered in the city of Münster, where the Oeding-

Erdel jewellery shop opened the first official SINN

depot. Watches were sold to customers at direct-sale

prices. The distribution watch proved a success,

and today there are some 75 selected depots in

Germany, enabling watch aficionados to purchase

their SINN watches conveniently from local shops.

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1996 Absolute freedom from fogging, pressure resistance at

every accessible diving depth and 100% readability

under water at any angle – these are the unbeatable benefits ensured

by the new HYDRO Technology and volume-compensating back. The

first model equipped with this technology was the 403 HYDRO, which

served as the basis for the subsequent official service watch of the

German GSG 9 (Grenzschutzgruppe) Maritime Unit .

One of the first diving watches to employ HYDRO Technology was the 403 HYDRO. This timepiece was developed in collaboration with the maritime units of the GSG 9 and served as the basis for the UX GSG 9. The airborne unit of the GSG 9, on the other hand, has always relied on the "outer space" chronograph, the 142 Ti.

SINN and the "Watch of the Year" poll

A total of 5,644 votes were cast in the poll for the "Watch of the Year"

carried out by the trade publication "Armbanduhren". Readers were

asked to choose from 271 nominated watches. Sinn Spezialuhren

took fourth place with the 203 Ti Ar. The watch industry was replete

with praise for the "high-tech showpiece" about which "hardly

anything had been written" in the trade press. The 244 model took

seventh place in the poll. SINN thus achieved two positive rankings

– an outstanding accomplishment given the fact that the company

was still an "insider's tip" and had invested relatively little money in

advertising.

Founding of S & S Uhrenmanufaktur watch manufacturing

The watchmaking factory S & S Uhrenmaufactur was founded in 1996

in Schweina, Thuringia. Led by managing director Claus Schmit, the

company assembles and adjusts SINN watches exclusively.

Fourth place for the SINN chronograph 203 Ti Ar in the polling for "Watch of the Year". It came in just 24 points behind the third-place winner.

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1997 Known as a maker of special

timepieces, SINN once again

proved its competence with the development of

two extraordinary mission timers known as the

EZM 1 and EZM 2. These timepieces were designed

for use in missions by special police forces and

the GSG 9, where precise timing can mean the

difference between life and death. The mission

timers focus on the absolute essentials: optimal

readability and perfect measurement of time. In

the following years, additional mission timers were

developed for special, professional user profiles.

The EZM 1, developed for a special police force, and the EZM 2, in use by the maritime unit of the GSG 9, showing the characteristic placement of the controls on the left-hand side.

1998 Lothar Schmidt perfected the

Ar-Dehumidifying Technology in

combination with SINN special oil. The result is a

lubrication and tolerance zone technology that

ensures the functionality of mechanical watches at

temperatures ranging from –45°C up to +80°C. This

technology passed the fire test – or more accurately,

the "ice test" – under extreme conditions. The 303

KRISTALL chronograph was used in the world's most

demanding dogsled race, the Yukon Quest, in arctic

Canada and Alaska, where temperatures of –40°C

are nothing unusual. Five dogsled mushers wore the

watches outside of their protective clothing – and

none reported problems.

And they're off in the most demanding dogsled race in the world. The 1600-kilometer-long Yukon Quest is a unique international race from Whitehorse, Yukon (Canada) to Fairbanks, Alaska (USA).

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The 303 KRISTALL, originally developed for the mushers of the 1998 Yukon Quest dogsled race. The watch was designed to be worn outside protective clothing under icy conditions.

The highlight of the race is the special relationship between the mushers (as the dogsled drivers are called) and their dogs. Shown here is Frank Turner, wearing the 303 KRISTALL, and two of his best friends.

A true classic among the Sinn Spezialuhren watches. In 1998 the 103 Ti Ar pilot's chronograph received the "Goldene Unruh" award.

"Goldene Unruh" award for the 103 Ti Ar

When you make outstanding watches, you

win awards. In the year 1998 Sinn Spezialuhren

received a highly coveted prize. The 103 Ti Ar pilot's

chronograph was awarded the "Goldene Unruh"

for the first time. The trade publication "Uhren

Magazin" carries out this readers' poll to determine

"the best watches in the world". In the following

years "Focus Online" and "Focus" were added as

cooperative partners in the polling.

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1999 What the 303 KRISTALL can do, the

203 ARKTIS can do too: The diving

watch passed with flying colours an endurance

test under extreme conditions when diver Mario M.

Weidner wore it while diving in the Arctic Ocean.

SUG founded in Glashütte

A number of other 1999 events were favourable for

the company. Of special strategic importance was

the founding of SUG (Sächsische Uhrentechnologie

Glashütte, GmbH). The company produces

technologically sophisticated watchcases for Sinn

Spezialuhren. For Lothar Schmidt, the founding of

SUG was a matter close to his heart in two respects. It

gave him an opportunity to play an active role in the

economic development of former East Germany,

and enabled him to remain true to his philosophy

of manufacturing high-quality components for his

timepieces in Germany wherever possible.

Fully equipped: Extreme diver Mario M. Weidner prepares for one of his dangerous expeditions. He is wearing the 203 ARKTIS diving watch.

Dr.-Ing. Ronald Boldt checking a case. The 3D shop drawing, designed for use by the production department, can be seen in the background.

The trademark between the case lugs. "SUG" stands for superior quality case manufacture.

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Presentation of the Frankfurt Financial District Watch

The introduction of the Frankfurt Financial District

Watch represented a true milestone in the company's

history. This watch was the first in an entire series of

models that would be developed in the following

years, and that now includes eight different

timepieces. Thanks to the successful combination

of sophisticated design and suitability for everyday

use, it has become the favourite watch of many SINN

owners – even far beyond the Frankfurt city limits.

For the first time, the words "Frankfurt am Main"

appeared on the face of a SINN watch. It was also

the first SINN watch to display three time zones. The

engraving of the characteristic silhouette of the

skyline of Germany's leading banking centre that

appears on the rotor enhances the chronograph's

value. The Frankfurt Financial District Watch was also

a milestone for the company's product line. With this

timepiece, Lothar Schmidt expanded the company's

product range to include a "luxury segment" watch

as opposed to a specialized chronograph for use by

pilots and divers – although it too is uncompromising

in terms of robustness. Strategically, this was the right

thing to do, as it opened up a whole new market of

potential buyers for SINN watches.

Of course, a special event was held to introduce

the watch to the general public. The Frankfurt

Financial District Watch was the first SINN timepiece

to be presented at a public ceremony. The event

was held at the Archaeological Museum in Frankfurt

am Main and was attended by many prominent

members of Frankfurt's banking and stock market

community.

2 September 1999 at the Archaeological Museum in Frankfurt am Main: Sinn Spezialuhren introduces the Frankfurt Financial District Watch. Among those attending the ceremony (l to r): Dipl.-Ing. Lothar Schmidt (managing director of Sinn Spezialuhren), Dr. Hartmut Schwesinger (then managing director of Frankfurt Business Development GmbH), Ernst Welteke (then president of the German Central Bank) with his son and Dr. Werner G. Seifert (front row, then chairman of the board of the German Stock Exchange Deutsche Börse AG). In 2001 the watch placed second in polling for the "Goldene Unruh" award.

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2001 A cause for celebration: Sinn

Spezialuhren celebrates its 40th

anniversary. A special catalogue was created to

commemorate the occasion. With this publication, a

significant advertising medium for Sinn Spezialuhren,

Lothar Schmidt once again chose an unconventional

path. For the first time, the catalogue was published

in the form that has since become familiar to SINN

customers: a high-quality, hardcover book with

sewn binding and a bookmark. The idea was that

a catalogue of this quality would most likely find an

esteemed place on readers' shelves, since it would

thrill the hearts of aficionados of fine timepieces. The

1000-piece limited edition of the watch created to

commemorate the company's 40th anniversary, the

356 Jubilee model, sold out within just a few months.

Cover of the 2001 catalogue. The 356 Jubilee watch, a limited edition of 1000 timepieces, commemorated the company's 40th anniversary.

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The 6000 Jubilee model, a white-gold Frankfurt Financial District Watch made of a palladium alloy.

Development of DIAPAL Technology

In 2001 Lothar Schmidt succeeded in developing

a pioneering new technology known as DIAPAL

Technology. It involved replacing ruby paletts

with diamond pallets, hence the name DIAPAL.

The procedure features a special combination

of materials that requires nearly no lubrication

(!) because it creates virtually no friction, thereby

ensuring long-term precision of the movement,

particularly of the Swiss lever escapement. The 6000

Jubilee model of the Frankfurt Financial District

Watch, an 18-carat, white gold watch made of a

palladium alloy produced in a 40-timepiece limited

edition, was the first serial-production watch to

employ the new technology. Customers honoured

the company's performance by awarding this watch

the "Goldene Unruh" award for the third time in a row.

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2002 The Magnetic Field Protection

developed in 1994 was further

optimized. At the same time, TEGIMENT

Technology was introduced for the first time in

the 756 Duochronograph. The stainless steel case

hardened using this new procedure provides

highly effective protection against scratching. And

it does so without a special coating – the surface of

the stainless steel itself is hardened using a special

method. With a Vickers hardness of more than

1200, the surface is at least as hard as zirconium

dioxide ceramics. Because Sinn Spezialuhren

designs its watches for actual use under extreme

conditions, this technology is an extremely

practical innovation. The 756 Duochronograph is the first watch equipped with TEGIMENT Technology.

The Fulda Challenge: The participants sleep outdoors, even at temperatures of – 40 ºC.

2004 For the "most demanding adventure

in the world", the "Fulda Challenge",

Sinn Spezialuhren developed the 958 model, a

limited-edition chronograph with a stay-set indicator.

The Fulda Challenge, sponsored by the tyre

manufacturer Fulda, has been held in the icy regions

of Northern Canada since 2001. The Yukon Territory

serves as the backdrop for an extreme-sports contest

under the harshest climatic conditions. At arctic

temperatures, several teams compete in what has

been called a "polar decathlon". Over their protective

clothing the participants in the 2004 edition of the

event wore the 958 wristwatch, specially developed to

withstand the extreme conditions and equipped with

a number of useful functions. Over a total distance of

2500 kilometres, the contestants battled the bitter cold

of Northern Canada and Alaska – enduring extreme

snow and temperatures well below zero.

Race driver Hans-Joachim Stuck, Lothar Schmidt, owner of Sinn Spezialuhren, rally driver Isolde Holderied, Bernd J. Hoffmann of Fulda Tyres and ski racer Markus Wasmeier (l to r) present the 958 at the 2004 Fulda Challenge.

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The 958 model chronograph, specially developed for the Fulda Challenge and produced in a limited edition of 250 timepieces.

The SINN 958 at the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring's

"Green Hell"

It is 4 p.m. on June 12. A 24-hour race begins in the Eifel

region of Germany on the Nürburgring racetrack –

known as the "Green Hell".

Hans-Joachim "Strietzel" Stuck, piloting a BMW M3

GTR, wears a 958 model wristwatch with the serial

number 2 throughout the race. It is his own 958! Strietzel

Stuck, legendary Formula One pilot and long-distance

driver (his titles include Sports Car World Champion, and

winner of the Le Mans race) shares the cockpit with Jörg

and Dirk Müller.

Flashback: Lothar Schmidt and Mr. Stuck had met

for the first time at the "Fulda Challenge", where Mr.

Stuck also first met our former chief of operations and

company secretary Arno Gabel. While chatting with

one another at the press conference held to introduce

the Fulda Challenge chronograph, Strietzel Stuck and

Arno Gabel made a deal that would prove to be

momentous: If Stuck were to win the 24-hour race in

2004, he would give his 958, Number 2, back to SINN!

No sooner said than done. Strietzel Stuck, always one

of the most popular drivers on the "Nordschleife" of

the Nürburgring, drove to victory in his usual way, with

confidence and poise. And he didn't forget the promise

he had made. In November 2004 he returned his watch.

We have been taking good care of this very special

958 ever since. But that's not the end of the story: SINN

insisted on making him a new 958, serial number 42,

in return. And why the number 42, you might ask? That

was Stuck's starting number in the race. Thus the story

comes full circle. Since then Strietzel Stuck and Arno

Gabel remained in contact, and are friends to this day.

Hans-Joachim Stuck still wears his watch – and not only

when racing (he now drives an Audi R8 LMS on the

race track). From time to time he pays a visit to SINN's

headquarters in Frankfurt. Oh, and one other thing: The

next generation of the racing dynasty also wears SINN

watches – preferably the 956.

An autograph card signed by Hans-Joachim Stuck with the words, "With Sinn to victory in the 24-hour race!"

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2005 This year saw the creation of the first

watches made of submarine steel.

With this innovation SINN was able to make diving

watches that are even better suited to meet the

needs of divers. Lothar Schmidt did it by making the

cases of the U1, U2 and UX models from genuine

submarine steel. This is the same seawater resistant

and anti-magnetic steel used to make the outer

hull of German submarines – series 212. And Lothar

Schmidt even went a step further. He commissioned

the Germanischer Lloyd (the safety standards

authority for shipping) in Hamburg to certify the

pressure resistance of his diving watches. That way

users can be sure that the claims made by Sinn

Spezialuhren are actually true, and not just a clever

sales pitch.

Certification from Germanischer Lloyd confirming that the U1, the diving watch made of submarine steel, has been tested and proven capable of withstanding pressure up to 100 bar.

2006 The first "Timepiece Ball" (Uhrengala)

was held for all SINN employees and

the owners of SINN depots. The festive gala was held

to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the company's

founding. And there was more cause for celebration:

In polling for the "Goldene Unruh" award, readers

elevated the white-gold Frankfurt Financial District

Watch to first place in the category for watches up

to 10,000 euros. The 956 Classic watch took second

place for the second year in a row.

The "Goldene Unruh" award for the Frankfurt Financial District Watch 6000 in white gold.

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The 6100 REGULATEUR model in rose gold won the "Goldene Unruh" award 2008 and 2010.

SINN watches withstand crash test

The 756 and 900 models were put to a particularly

demanding test of their robustness at the DEKRA

Technology Center at the Lausitz Eurospeedway in

Klettwitz, Germany. Normally the centre performs

rigorous materials tests for the international automotive

industry. This time, a 756 Duochronograph and a 900

Multifunctional Chronograph were strapped to the

arm of a crash test dummy and put to the high-impact

test. Both watches survived the ordeal undamaged.

Certification of compliance with European diving

equipment standards

When it comes to the unassailable documentation of

the performance quality of SINN diving watches, Sinn

Spezialuhren achieved something no other company

in the watch industry had ever achieved. It subjected

its diving watches to the same testing procedures

performed on diving equipment. Germanischer Lloyd

Hamburg officially certified the watches' compliance

with the European Diving Equipment Standards EN250

and EN14143. In the meantime, this proof of quality has

been obtained for the U1, U2, UX, U200, U1000 and

EZM 3 models as well.

Development of the SZ04

Another in-house development attracted wide

attention: The SZ04 movement, a redesign of the ETA

6498 pocket watch calibre into a movement with

regulateur display. The reconstruction was part of the

6100 REGULATEUR model series. The limited-edition

6100 Jubilee watch made of rose gold sold out in just

five days.

2008 For the tenth time, the trade

publication "Uhren-Magazin" and

"Focus Online" present the "Goldene Unruh" awards.

Sinn Spezialuhren took home three awards: Third

place in the category for watches up to 5000 euros

for the 757 UTC Duochronograph, first place in the

category for watches up to 10,000 euros for the

REGULATEUR 6100 in rose gold, and third place in the

category for watches up to 15,000 euros for the 2300

skeletonized gold chronograph model.

The "Goldene Unruh" for the 6100 REGULATEUR in rose gold.

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Peter Göbel and Walter Röhrl with their Reile Porsche 911 RSR. On the bonnet, a picture of the 917 GR Rally Chronograph.

Victory for the 917 GR Rally Chronograph

In November, world champion Walter Röhrl and

his co-driver Peter Göbel, himself several times

the German champion in rally racing, won the

Costa Brava Rally for historic racing cars. The two

professional racecar drivers relied on the 917 GR

Rally Chronograph from Sinn Spezialuhren. Designed

in the style of classic cars, this timepiece features

a backward-counting bezel that makes it ideal for

accurately setting and reading exact target times

during regularity trials of all kinds.

2009 The tenth anniversary of the

Frankfurt Financial District

Watches – an occasion to be commemorated.

Sinn Spezialuhren did just that, creating a 100-piece

limited edition of Frankfurt Financial District Watch

Jubilee II and a 10-piece limited edition of the

Frankfurt Financial District Watch in platinum.

Another watch in the model series – the Frankfurt

Financial District Watch 6000 in rose gold – took

second place in polling for the "Goldene Unruh".

The Frankfurt Financial District Watch Jubilee II, a limited edition of 100 timepieces.

The Frankfurt Financial District Watch in platinum, a limited edition of 10 timepieces.

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2010 SINN watches underwent testing

on a simulated rough road track.

Strapped to the steering wheel of a test chassis at

Fraunhofer LBF (research institute) new full vehicle

test rig in Darmstadt, the models 757 DIAPAL, 900

PILOT, U1000, Frankfurt Financial District Watch

6000 and 917 were subjected to extreme shocks

and vibration. The findings after two hard-core test

runs, one lasting 30 minutes and one 13 hours: No

irregularities in the performance of the movement, all

systems go!

Most successful brand in polling for the

"Goldene Unruh"

One of the watches tested, the 900 PILOT, also took

top honours in a renowned poll. It won first place

in the "Goldene Unruh" award for watches costing

up to 2500 euros. SINN watches were honoured in

two other categories, with the REGULATEUR 6100 in

rose gold also winning first place in the category

for watches up to 10,000 euros. A special version of

the Frankfurt Financial District Watch in platinum – a

special edition limited to 10 timepieces – finished

a close second in the category for watches up to

25,000 euros. Just five votes separated it from the

first-place winner. Thanks to these outstanding

results, Sinn Spezialuhren was by far the most

successful brand in the 2010 polling.

On the go in the Arctic: Arved Fuchs and his team.

The U2 in the icy wilderness

One famous German adventurer, polar explorer

and journalist never goes out in the cold without

his SINN watch. Arved Fuchs always takes along

his U2 diving watch on his expeditions in ice and

snow. He prepares his trips carefully, and that goes

for each piece of equipment he carries with him.

Arved Fuchs says of his SINN mission timer, "On my

expeditions I can't be preoccupied with my watch. I

don't need a piece of jewellery, I need a useful piece

of equipment. A watch that works above water and

under water and in icy conditions, that I can rely on

one hundred percent."

The 900 PILOT won the 2010 "Goldene Unruh" in the category for watches up to 2500 euros.

The REGULATEUR 6100 in rose gold also won a "Goldene Unruh" award in the category for watches up to 10,000 euros. This was the second time (after 2008) this watch won the coveted title.

A Jubilee model took second place in the category for watches up to 25,000 euros: The 6000 Platinum, produced to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Frankfurt Financial District Watches.

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Throughout our company's history, but especially since Lothar Schmidt restructured Sinn Spezialuhren back in

1994, we have developed a wide range of technical innovations. These have been based above all on the

demands placed on our watches by our customers as they go about their daily lives. Despite being so different in

nature, all of these developments have the same goal – that of helping to make our watches even more robust

and reliable, even more hardwearing in daily use. On the following pages you will find further information on our

technologies and on Sächsische Uhrentechnologie Glashütte (SUG) which manufactures our technologically

superior cases.

Robust and suitable for everyday use SINN Technologies – Overview

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The principle behind this technology is simple,

but its implementation requires some complex

steps with meticulous attention to detail. A HYDRO

watch is filled completely with a special oil, i.e. the

movement, dial and hands are immersed directly

in a crystal-clear bath of oil. That's why every

HYDRO watch must also be a quartz watch. The

oscillation of the balance in a mechanical watch

cannot overcome the friction of a liquid medium.

There are convincing advantages to this type

of construction: the watch is absolutely free of

fogging, because there is no air inside the case. Oil

is non-compressible, so the internal pressure of the

watch constantly adjusts to the external pressure

by means of tiny movements of the membrane

back. Thus the HYDRO watch is pressure-resistant

at any accessible diving depth. The crystal and

back are not exposed to any compressive stress

even at the greatest depths.

A further advantage is that the refractive index

of our HYDRO oil matches that of sapphire crystal

glass, so no light is refracted at the interface

between the oil and the sapphire crystal. As a

result, a HYDRO watch can be read at any angle

under water.

For the UX, SINN selected a chronometer quartz

movement with thermal compensation made

by the Swiss manufacturer ETA. This movement is

accurate to within ± 0.05 seconds per day, so the

watch will run at most 20 seconds slow or fast over

the course of a year.

Absolutely free from fogging, pressure-resistant

at any accessible diving depth and perfect

readability from any angle under water – these

are the unbeatable advantages of our diving

watches equipped with HYDRO Technology. How

does it work? The movement, dial and hands are

immersed directly in a crystal-clear bath of oil.

The watch is thus free from fogging, as there is no

air inside the case.

Details of selected SINN technologies

HYDRO

The UX diving watch under water: with oil filling on the left and without it on the right (for comparative demonstration purposes).

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The higher the temperature, the lower the viscosity

of the lubricating oil film. At low temperatures, the

oil becomes more viscous, leading to increased

friction throughout the movement; more energy

is lost in the train wheel, the escapement and the

complete balance. Consequently, the amplitude

of the oscillation decreases and the watch

becomes increasingly inaccurate.

In conjunction with the aging of the oil,

which likewise increases the viscosity of the

oil, conventional watch oils can thicken

enough that the watch stops at temperatures

just below the freezing point. Such watches

no longer function reliably when used at

lower temperatures! Only the special oil with

substantially lower viscosity developed by SINN

for use in extreme temperatures provides reliable

long-term lubrication at very low temperatures.

The composition of the oil ensures that it is still

sufficiently fluid at temperatures of –45 °C and

below to maintain the movement's proper

mechanical function.

Moreover, the viscosity of the oil at +80 °C does not

change enough to cause the oil to run off the ruby

pallets of the escapement.

Our SINN special oil is highly resistant to aging,

and provides lubrication for use under extreme

conditions.

The long-term accuracy of a watch movement crucially depends on the lubrication of its moving parts

– this is particularly true at extreme temperatures. We use the special oil developed by SINN to ensure

reliable function under even the most extreme conditions. With its outstanding properties, it provides

lubrication that is highly resistant to aging at temperatures between –45 ºC and +80 ºC.

Details of selected SINN technologies

TemperaturresistenztechnologieTemperature Resistance Technology

Individual testing of the watches in an environmental test chamber at temperatures between –45 °C and +80 °C. As part of our quality control procedures, each individual watch must withstand a range of extreme temperatures without problems.

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Ar-Dehumidifying Technology solves a basic problem of mechanical watches: the aging of oils due to

moisture in the air contained inside, or diffusing into, the watch. The movement is mounted in a nearly

anhydrous atmosphere thanks to the three Ar-Dehumidifying Technology elements of drying capsule,

EDR seals and protective gas filling. Aging processes and fogging of the crystal from sudden cold are

prevented, and reliable functioning and accuracy are ensured.

Details of selected SINN technologies

uAr -TrockenhaltetechnikuAr -Dehumidifying Technology

Why does a water-resistant watch need

dehumidifying technology anyway?

The beauty and fascination of owning a SINN

watch are enhanced by the knowledge of the

fine mechanical precision of this object of daily

use. Nonetheless, no matter how accurately the

individual components are made, friction and

wear must be minimized so that they function

durably. Thus high-quality synthetic oils are used

to ensure optimal lubrication of the movement

bearings. This remains an unavoidable process

in all mechanical watches. Humidity, however,

accelerates the aging of the oils. How does

moisture get into the watch? Water is always

present in the atmosphere in gaseous form,

which is why it can penetrate the seal systems of

a watch case. Temperature changes then cause

microcondensation, permitting water to collect in

liquid form on exposed parts of the movement. The

consequences: The efficiency of the lubrication

deteriorates. Electrochemical corrosion, wear

and friction increase, reducing the amplitude

of the balance. The watch runs with decreasing

accuracy and must finally be reconditioned. Our

engineers looked for solutions to this problem

and found them in the form of Ar-Dehumidifying

Technology.

Three technical elements

The Ar-Dehumidifying Technology is based on

three technical elements: a drying capsule, EDR

seals and a protective gas filling.

The primary element: the drying capsule

The drying capsule is the most important part of

the Ar-Dehumidifying Technology.

Light blue: up to 50% saturation

Medium blue: up to 75% saturation

Dark blue: up to 100% saturation

Pale blue: up to 25% saturation

Initial condition Drying capsule saturated

Indication colours of the drying capsule.

The colour scale for the Ar-Dehumidifying Technology: the capsule continues to absorb moisture until the darkest colouration is reached.

The Ar-symbol on the dial indicates models with Ar-Dehumidifying Technology.

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The capsule is filled with copper sulfate; this absorbs

moisture from the air inside the case and binds

it permanently. Copper sulfate turns increasingly

blue as its water content rises; the shade serves

as an indicator of the drying capsule's level of

saturation (see diagram). The capsule features a

small viewing window of sapphire crystal glass for

this purpose.

EDR seals

To minimize the exchange of gas between

atmospheric air and that inside the case, and

thus the penetration of atmospheric moisture, we

only use Extreme Diffusion-Reducing (EDR) seals in

watches featuring Ar-Dehumidifying Technology.

These seals reduce the infiltration of moisture in

the case to as little as 25% of the value permitted

by conventional case seals made of nitrile rubber

(NBR).

Superior protective gas filling

The Ar-Dehumidifying Technology is completed

by a superior protective gas filling. This creates an

ideal climate for the Ar-Dehumidifying Technology

to function in. Only moisture diffusing from the air

now has to be bound in the drying capsule. This

avoids the humidity which is otherwise locked in

during conventional assembly.

Mounted in a nearly anhydrous environment

These painstaking and technically elaborate

measures are intended to keep the movement in a

protective environment which is almost completely

dry (anhydrous). A positive consequence of this is

that it slows the aging process of the oil, thereby

extending the functional life of the movement.

Also, fogging of the crystal due to sudden

temperature shocks (such as immersion in cold

water) can be prevented, ensuring that the watch

remains clearly legible at all times.

Three-year warranty

Ar-Dehumidifying Technology is a truly pioneering

achievement for mechanical wristwatches by our

engineers – and a decisive advancement for all

aficionados of mechanical watches. A three-year

warranty is offered on all watches featuring

Ar-Dehumidifying Technology.

Unobtrusively integrated in the case: the colouration of the drying capsule with its inspection glass indicates the amount of moisture absorbed. The movement remains dry.

The drying capsule, like the push-piece and crown, is securely sealed with EDR seals. On the right: copper sulfate (CuSO4) binds moisture and changes colour from white to blue.

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1 2 3 4 5 6

757 DIAPAL with nanotechnology.

The objective of the Ar-Dehumidifying Technology is to prevent the

oil from aging. The idea behind the DIAPAL Technology goes one

step further. In this case we select special pairs of materials that

work together without lubrication (!) and without causing friction,

ensuring long-term accuracy of the movement and particularly of

the Swiss lever escapement.

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– Escapement without oil

– Oiled escapement

– Escapement with DIAPAL

A comparison of the Swiss escapements: Unoiled, it functions for a maximum of three months. Standard lubrication leads to a significant decrease in amplitude after three to five years. During this period the escapement with DIAPAL Technology continues to function perfectly.

Details of selected SINN technologies

DIAPAL

Time in years

To counteract the aging processes of the oil in

the watch, the movement is maintained in a dry

environment filled with protective gas using our

Ar-Dehumidifying Technology. The technicians,

engineers and physicists at SINN are currently

focusing on an even more efficient solution to this

problem. Their idea: if oil isn't used, there won't be

any difficulties with aging oil.

The approach based on this idea focuses on the

Swiss lever escapement. The reason for this is the

special role this part of the movement plays with

regard to the aging of the oil. Empirically, the lever

escapement is the most sensitive component

of the move ment with regard to accuracy, i.e.

the quality of the lubrication at this point has

the largest impact on the accuracy of the entire

movement.

In the beginning was the diamond: today we

celebrate the triumphs of nanotechnology

SINN began its research on the DIAPAL Technology

in 1995 with the idea of using diamond pallets to

replace ruby ones. For conventional escapements,

oil is required only to reduce friction between the

ruby (pallet stone) and the steel (escape wheel). In

the Swiss lever escapement, a polished diamond

surface proved to be a better friction partner

than the ruby traditionally used for this purpose.

Lubrication is no longer required for lasting

accuracy and function. However, this combination

still failed to produce acceptable oscillation

amplitudes without lubrication.

Thus, in 1995 SINN began testing numerous

other material combinations for use in watch

technology, and applied for the first patents in

2000.

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The stainless steel case hardened using TEGIMENT Technology

provides extremely effective protection from scratches on the case

surface. To achieve this, we do not apply any coatings of foreign

materials; rather, the surface of the stainless steel itself is hardened

in a special process. In turn, the Black Hard Coating is applied

to the U1000 S model, for example, by physical vapor deposition

(PVD). This high-quality, Black Hard Coating is achieved only in

combination with TEGIMENT Technology.

TEGIMENT Technology

To keep the cases of our watches in the best

possible condition when they are worn, SINN uses

the TEGIMENT Technology for several models.

A TEGIMENT case has a surface hardness of

approximately 1200 Vickers. This value corresponds

roughly to the hardness of commonly used

zirconium oxide ceramics. By comparison, an

unhardened stainless steel case has a hardness of

approximately 220 Vickers.

To understand the durability of this technology

properly, you must know that a TEGIMENT layer

is not a coating of foreign material. Rather, the

surface of the stainless steel itself is hardened

using a special process. With this technology, SINN

effectively protects the surface of the watch case

from scratches.

Black Hard Coating

TEGIMENT cases have a special feature which

immediately gave the SINN engineers a new

idea. The hardness profile of the TEGIMENT layer is

continuous, i.e. the high hardness of 1200 Vickers

transitions very gradually to the basic hardness of

the stainless steel. This makes it possible to apply

a PVD-coloured coating on a hardened case

without having to fear the familiar peeling of the

coloured coat from the body of the case.

The TEGIMENT, on the other hand, has a hardness

comparable to that of the PVD coating and

merges continuously with the basic hardness of

the case. This prevents the "eggshell" effect and

dramatically reduces wear. For this reason, SINN

uses PVD coatings only on TEGIMENT cases. This

combination is the only way to achieve high-

quality colouring of a steel case by PVD.

Scratch-resistant like the TEGIMENT layer: the Black Hard Coating on the U1000 S (EZM 6) .

Details of selected SINN technologies

TEGIMENTund die schwarze Hartstoffbeschichtung

TEGIMENTand the Black Hard Coating

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Interference of the accuracy of the watch

due to magnetic fields

As early as the 1930s, watches used for special

purposes were protected against magnetic

fields. Later, Magnetic Field Protection was

integrated in pilots' watches due to the magnetic

deflectors used in the radar screens found in

airplane cockpits and ground stations. However,

the restriction of Magnetic Field Protection to

professionally used chronometers is proving

absolute in today's world.

While the earth's magnetic field is far too weak

to pose any risk, magnetic fields from electric

motors, loudspeakers, door closers or other such

sources can cause lasting interference with the

function of a mechanical watch.

SINN-study about magnetized watches

In a study of 1000 watches by SINN's customer

service department, nearly 60% of the watches

received were magnetized, and half of these

(30%) had severe defects caused by magnetic

fields.

During this study, the speed of the movement

before and after demagnetization was

documented. If the speed deviation before

demagnetization was greater than 5% of the

speed after demagnetization, a defect due to

magnetic fields was assumed.

Magnetic field influences were also found even

when the wearers weren't aware of any contact

with sources of magnetic fields.

As a consequence, all watches received

by our customer service workshop are first

demagnetized using an electromagnet.

Magnetic fields such as those of electric motors, loudspeakers or door closers cause the Nivarox

balance spring to become magnetized and adversely affect the accuracy of the watch. We solve this

problem by using a protective sheath consisting of a closed, magnetically soft inner case that includes

the dial, the movement holding ring and the case back. This Magnetic Field Protection far exceeds the

DIN specification for anti-magnetic watches and minimizes magnetic interference.

Details of selected SINN technologies

Magnetfeldschutz Magnetic Field Protection

Conversion table

Unit SINN watcheswith

A/m (Ampère pro Meter) 80.000

mT (Millitesla) 100

Gauß 1.000

Conversion table showing the common measuring units for magnetic fields.

The chart shows the shielding influence of the magnetically soft sheath. Without Magnetic Field Protection, nothing prevents the magnetic field from affecting the movement of the watch. The SINN Magnetic Field Protection reduces the strength of the magnetic field in the interior of the case to a fraction of the external value (red curve).

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strength

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case

(mT)

Field strength outside of the case (mT)

– Watches without Magnetic Field Protection

– Watches with

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Sapphire glass

Winding stem made of non-magnetic material

Dial made of magnetically soft material

Movement holding ring made of magnetically soft material

Movement holding ring made of magnetically soft materialInner core of magnetically

soft material (alternatively integrated in the back)

The main source of deffect

The primary source of error for magnetic

interference with the rate of the movement

is a magnetized Nivarox balance spring,

i.e. the timing component of the watch.

The Nivarox balance spring is made of a

magnetizable material for the purpose of thermal

compensation.

When it comes to magnetic field sensitivity, the

modern balance spring is far superior to the older

steel springs with regard to sensitivity to magnetic

fields, because Nivarox springs are non-magnetic

as required by DIN 8309. However, in the case of a

relatively low magnetic field exposure of 4,800 A/m

or 6 mT – roughly one quarter of the pole strength

of a common house-hold magnet – this permits an

accuracy error of ± 30 seconds per day. Compliance

with chronometer standards is thus impossible. If the

spring is exposed to stronger magnetic fields, the

oscillation of the balance will change permanently.

Protection from magnetic fields

Magnetic fields can be diverted using magnetizable

materials. If you place a hollow body made of iron

in a magnetic field, you will see that a large part of

the magnetic flux lines are bundled in the wall of the

hollow body. The interior space is thus shielded from

magnetic forces to a large extent.

SINN engineers use this principle to their advantage.

It is important that after exposure to a magnetic field

the protective sheath does not remain mag netized,

as it would become a source of interference.

Materials that can be easily magnetized but have

only low remanence – (residual magnetization after

exposure to a magnetic field) are referred to as

"magnetically soft". Pure iron is a good example of

this.

With the help of magnetically soft materials, the

watches bearing our Magnetic Field Protection

symbol are protected from magnetic fields up to

80,000 A/m and 100 mT. At SINN we use a closed,

magnetically soft case interior consisting of the dial,

the movement holding ring and the case back to

achieve this protection.

This type of shielding far exceeds the DIN

specification for anti-magnetic watches. The DIN

specification for anti-magnetic watches requires

protection only up to 4,800 A/m.This SINN trademark identifies watches featuring Magnetic Field Protection of up to 80,000 A/m.

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According to the DIN specification, the bezel of a diving watch may only be turned counter-clockwise

and should ratchet in increments of one minute. The construction of the rotating bezel is an extremely

sensitive safety topic. To preclude risks to the life and health of the diver, our U1000 series employs

a safety solution based on two elements. One is the secure attachment of the rotating bezel, which

differs greatly from the conventional snap-in mechanism: thanks to our design, the bezel remains in

place, even upon impact. And a mechanism in the U1000 series provides additional protection against

accidental misadjustment. Thanks to this comprehensive safety system, divers can be confident

they are in fact safe and protected. In addition, the precise ratcheting with its unmistakable clicks in

increments of one minute is an audible expression of quality.

Details of selected SINN technologies

Unverlierbarer Sicherheitsdrehring Captive Safety Bezel

Diver's bezel

The rotating diver's bezel is firmly attached to the toothed ring with

four screws and thus cannot be lost.

Toothed ring

The toothed ring has upper and lower toothing and is seated in the

case band. The upper rectangular toothing prevents the diver's bezel

from shifting inadvertently. The lower saw toothing together with the

spring ring ensures that the bezel can be turned in only one direction.

Spring ring

The lower saw toothing of the toothed ring slips over the springs of

the spring ring when turned counter-clockwise. Clockwise rotation is

blocked by these springs.

Toothing of the center section of the case

The toothed ring is secured by the interlocking of the upper toothing

and the cogs on the case band.

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Secure attachment of the rotating Bezel

The rotating bezel of the U1000 series cannot

be lost. That means that it does not become

detached when something hits it or it gets stuck

somewhere. To achieve this secure attachment,

the diver's safety bezel is screwed to the underlying

toothed ring using four screws.

In addition, the case band is surrounded by

toothing which interlocks with the toothed ring and

thus secures the attachment to the case.

All of our rotating bezels are secured against

loss; in other diving and pilots' watches a similar

technical principle is used.

Unintentional misadjustment impossible

In addition to preventing loss of the ring, this

secure attachment mechanism protects against

misadjustment in both directions, e.g. when the

watch bumps into other objects. In order to turn the

bezel of the U1000, you must press it down gently

with your fingers.

Under this pressure, the upper cogs on the toothed

ring disengage from the case band, and the

bezel can be rotated. The lower saw toothing of

the ring produces the characteristic full clicking

sound of the ratcheting mechanism. Inadvertent

misadjustment of the rotating bezel by contact with

a finger or impact is impossible.

The rotating movement is made possible by the

saw toothing on the underside of the toothed

ring gliding over the springs of the spring ring. This

design permits only counter-clockwise movement

of the bezel. When you let go, the spring ring

generates the required upward pressure to secure

the bezel in the toothing of the case and to protect

it against accidental misadjustment.

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Toward the end of the tour of the German Horological Museum in Glashütte, visitors find themselves in a

brightly lit room containing a handful of glass cases in which the local clock and watchmakers display

their wares. Descriptions point out the special features of each artefact in the exhibit. While perusing the

items on display, visitors sometimes do a doubletake – one of the companies being showcased doesn't

produce elegant, finished watches, but technologically sophisticated cases instead. That company is

Saxon Watch Technology (Sächsische Uhrentechnologie GmbH, SUG) in Glashütte, a company that has

earned its place among the historical manufacturers presented at the museum.

Exemplary cooperation between East and West

What factors led to the founding of SUG? Having

worked for other clockmakers in Glashütte (see the

story in the sidebar), Ronald Boldt was also familiar

with the suppliers of watch cases. He observed

two things: The market was relatively small and

manageable, and there was room for improvement

in terms of production quality. Why not do it himself,

he thought. He set up the company with two

partners, one of whom was Lothar Schmidt. And as

is so often the case in life, there was a confluence

of two fortunate circumstances: Ronald Boldt was

looking for business partners to help establish a new

company, and Lothar Schmidt was looking for a

new supplier of high-quality watch cases for SINN,

the company he had acquired in 1994. The two

men had met before in the tight-knit horological

community of Glashütte, so it didn't take long

before they started discussing their plans. Thus

the cornerstone was laid. When a disastrous flood

destroyed the company's premises in 2002, Lothar

Schmidt acquired the shares of the third partner,

which further intensified the cooperative relationship

between Ronald Boldt and Lothar Schmidt. Today,

after more than ten years, Ronald Boldt calls the

business connection "an ideal example of East-West

cooperation" and praises the alliance as one that

was and remains a "labour of love" close to the hearts

of the two men. After all, they are both engineers,

and speak the same language. They get along well,

both professionally and personally.

Nothing escapes his critical gaze: Dr.-Ing. Ronald Boldt checking a case. The 3D shop drawing, specially designed for use by the production department, can be seen in the background. This drawing constitutes the first step in the process of producing a SINN watch case.

"An ongoing creative challenge"

SUG manufactures technologically sophisticated cases for pilot's and diving watches

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Flexible, start-to-finish manufacturing on a small scale

So it's no wonder that since the founding of SUG,

the company has supplied SINN with watch cases.

The little company in Saxony has grown to become

a leading manufacturer. In terms of finding and

implementing the best solutions, SUG's quality and

production processes are on a technological par

with those of the best manufacturers in the business

– anywhere in Europe! This is evidenced by the list of

renowned watchmakers that entrust their production

secrets to SUG and commission the company to

manufacture watch cases for them. SUG's success is a

monument to the outstanding expertise the company

has accrued over the years, and to its proven ability

to come up with unique solutions, again and again.

Another advantage of the company is its ability to

provide extremely flexible, start-to-finish manufacturing

of small production runs in premium quality, including

design, CNC machining, finishing and assembly. The

result is a finished watch case assembled completely

to the desired specifications. Being able to perform

tasks other manufacturers would balk at requires not

only experience, but also creativity and passion – all

of which are in ample supply at SUG. The company

has succeeded in optimizing production processes for

even the most demanding watch case constructions.

"That's hard for other companies to top," says Ronald

Boldt with pride.

A job for goldsmiths and toolmakers

In other words, there's nothing his employees can't

make. And SINN cases are known for a number of

typical characteristics. They comprise individual

components such as push-pieces, crowns, bezels,

seals, backs, screws and springs, and are three-

dimensional objects made of stainless steel, titanium,

gold or – in the case of SINN diver's watches –

submarine steel. That requires uniquely developed

tools and technologies, not only for the manufacturing

process. Watch cases are characterized by the

need to meet both aesthetic and technological

demands. Ronald Boldt describes it aptly: "Making a

watch case requires you to be both a goldsmith and

a toolmaker." The first step of this symbiosis of artisans

involves creating a production-ready, photorealistic

design in three dimensions on the basis of the

specifications. After fine-tuning and approving the

design, Ronald Boldt prepares the set of drawings for

the individual components and the tools that will be

used to complete the second step in the production

process. Ronald Boldt puts it like this: "This is value-

creation in the truest sense of the word. You take a

workpiece – a rod, disk or circular blank – and lathe

and mill it to create the finished components." The

subsequent third step involves what he calls "artistic

handiwork" – the finishing process, i.e. grinding and

polishing the surface of the case. "The results must be

outstanding, because if they are not outstanding, they

are rejected," he says in reference to the extremely

high standards of quality that leave no room for

compromise. Finally, the individual components are

assembled to create the final product. Subsequently

the completed cases are tested for pressure and

water resistance and sent to SINN. The next step

toward creating a high-quality special watch is

carried out in Frankfurt am Main. It involves not only

assembling and installing the movement, dial, hands

and strap/bracelet, but above all integrating the SINN

technologies.

Machining a watch case using a state-of-the-art CNC machine.

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What makes a watch a "special watch"

With SINN watches it's particularly important for the

case to fulfil these technical demands. In addition to

housing and protecting the movement, the case also

has to ensure the smooth operation of the watch's

various technological features. And yet another

factor comes into play: The implementation of the

ideas behind the technologies takes place in two

important steps, namely the engineering design at

the drafting table and the actual production on the

CNC machine. In other words, it's the cases made

by SUG, in collaboration with the SINN development

engineers, that make SINN watches "special

watches." As Ronald Boldt explains, "Many of the

technologies in SINN watches are made possible by

the special construction of the watch case." Magnetic

Field Protection, for example, requires the use of

special materials developed to ensure the special

characteristics required by the case. Of course, he's

not revealing what those traits are.

SINN cases as a creative challenge

Because each SINN case is given an individual

number for reasons of quality assurance, it can be

considered a unique specimen that ultimately must

be water resistant and must protect the sensitive

interior workings against dust and impact. But there

is an additional element involved, according to

Ronald Boldt, that "consistently presents a creative

challenge." The reason behind this is the fact that

SUG manufactures the cases for the pilot's and diver's

watches SINN has developed for use by professionals.

They feature such technologies as HYDRO, special

oil, Ar-Dehumidifying Technology, DIAPAL, TEGIMENT

and Magnetic Field Protection – as well as extras like

captive bezels and high-pressure resistance. And all

of these technical features that are so characteristic

of SINN watches place enormous requirements on

the construction and manufacturing of the cases.

There are no standard solutions to these difficult

tasks. That means the SUG staff must constantly be

on the lookout for new ways of doing things. "This

is an area where SINN Spezialuhren lives up to its

name – these are truly 'special watches,'" says Ronald

Boldt. For example, the U2 diving watch: What other

manufacturer is called upon to make a watch case

out of submarine steel, a material that is scarcely ever

used for watches? And the case must be capable of

integrating Ar-Dehumidifying Technology and special

oil, and it must fulfil the stringent testing requirements

of Germanischer Lloyd in terms of pressure resistance,

temperature resistance and functionality.

Maximum precision is called for when press-fitting the sapphire crystal glass.

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From an idea to serial-production readiness

The development of the D3 system is a good

example of the process that leads from the initial

concept by SINN engineers to final mass production

of the case by SUG. The name D3 comes from "Direkt

Doppel Dichtend", the German words for "direct

double sealing." This horological innovation creates

a seamless seal by inserting the push-piece pins and

crown shafts directly in a specially finished drill hole

in the case. This ensures reliable protection against

lateral impact and prevents dust or moisture from

entering the case. "The D3 system is a simple and

effective sealing method that is both reliable and

easy to assemble and repair. It provides a better seal

because it has fewer transition points between the

interior and the exterior. But actually realizing and

implementing this solution was a real challenge in

terms of design and production," Boldt explained.

SINN watches display the distinctive wordmark

He knows that although SUG makes first-class

products, the company's name is unfamiliar to

many watch lovers and connoisseurs. That may

be because they aren't interested in knowing who

manufactured their watch case. It may because

the case doesn't bear the distinctive three-letter

wordmark. But SINN watches do feature the three

letters SUG – a symbol of high-quality – between

the case lugs. Does he regret that the SUG brand

often takes a back seat to that of the watch itself?

No problem, says Ronald Boldt. "In my opinion the

most important thing is that industry experts know

who we are. The experts are familiar with our work,

they trust us and respect us, and know we can

handle virtually any task involved in manufacturing

top-rate watch cases." So it's only fitting that SUG is

featured in a display case at the German Horological

Museum in Glashütte, where visitors learn what the

company stands for – technologically sophisticated

watch cases and first-class precision engineering

from one of Germany's most famous and respected

watchmaking regions.

Dr.-Ing. Ronald Bodt, born in 1947, completed

vocational training in mechanical engineering

in Leipzig before earning a degree (Dipl-Ing.) in

precision engineering at the Technical University

in Dresden. From 1977 to 1989 he worked as a

design engineer for special machinery at VEB

Glashütter Uhrenbetriebe (GUB). Beginning in

1990 he served as the company's head design

engineer and authorized signatory for the

technology division, and was also responsible

for technology and quality assurance. Under his

leadership the East German company made the

transition from large-scale production to flexible

manufacturing of small parts. He was also heavily

involved in developing the first high-quality

mechanical caliber (automatic movement

1-10-30) produced by the company after a long

hiatus. He co-founded SUG in December of 1999

together with Lothar Schmidt, Dipl-Ing. (equiv.

MSc), the owner of Sinn Spezialuhren. His title as of

1 April 1999 is co-owner and managing director.

Under his leadership the company has grown

from a three-man operation to one of Europe's

most renowned manufacturers of watch cases

with a staff of currently 32 employees.

The individual parts are put together to form a complete case during final assembly; shown here is the EZM 7 Mission Timer for the fire brigade.

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These watches have a proud tradition at SINN that dates back to the company's beginnings. Our

reputation was established with instrument wristwatches and instrument panel chronometers for aviation.

Since 1961 pilots, for whom reliable time measurement is crucial to survival, have depended on the

perfect readability and above-average accuracy of our timepieces – especially in extreme situations.

Instrument Watches and Chronographs.

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Uncompromising functionality – even under the most demanding

conditions: the pilot's chronograph, which reflects the design of

cockpit instruments, is in keeping with the SINN tradition. In the early

days, the company founder developed traditional airplane cockpit

clocks for use in flight.

• 103 St DIAPAL: DIAPAL – Lubrication-free escapement,

Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology enhances functional reliability and

freedom from fogging, also available in titanium

• 103 St Sa: Also available in titanium and with a second time zone

• 103 St Ty: Acrylic glass (sapphire crystal glass optional)

• 103 St DIAPAL / 103 A Sa / 103 St Sa: Crystal and glass back made of

sapphire crystal; also equipped with captive stainless steel pilot's

bezel with minute ratcheting

• 103 A Sa / 103 St Sa: Optional feature Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology

– Case made of polished stainless steel

– Pressure resistant to 20 bar (= 200 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

103 A Sa with white counters, here with matching stainless steel bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 41 mm)

103 St Sa – Luminous.

103 A Sa – Luminous.

103 St Sa with highly polished stainless steel case, crown and push-pieces screwable, sapphire crystal glass and stainless steel bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 41 mm)

103 St Ty with polished stainless steel case without rotating bezel and stainless steel bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 40 mm)

Series 103 The Traditional Pilot Chronograph.

Large image: 103 St DIAPALwith leather strap with alligator embossing. (Case diameter 41 mm)

The 103 Ti Ar chronograph was honored with the coveted "Goldene Unruh 1998" award.

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A big step for SINN: Our model 142 was the first automatic

chronograph in space – and proved its reliability even in the

weightless environment of a space ship. The limited anniversary

edition of 2005 was followed by a new design. Series 142 St II

captivates its wearers with the symmetrical dial display featuring

a central 60-minute stopwatch at the center, and permits an

unimpeded view of the movement as standard for the first time.

• 142 St II: Interior pilot's bezel

• 142 St II GZ: Interior tide bezel

– Central 60-minute stopwatch

– Sapphire crystal glass in front and back

– Pressure resistant to 10 bar (= 100 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

142 St II with bead-blasted stainless steel case and bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 44 mm)

142 St II – Luminous.

The exquisitely decorated movement is clearly visible through the sapphire crystal case back.

142 St II GZ with bead-blasted stainless steel case and bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening, and tide bezel. (Case diameter 44 mm)

During the D-1 mission in 1985, physicist, astronaut and professor Dr. Reinhard Furrer and his 140 S model demonstrated that automatic watches can function even in a weightless environment. The "Furrer" watch has been further developed and is still available today in the form of the 142 St II.

Series 142 St IIThe Space Chronograph and the Tide Chronograph.

Large image: 142 St II with black cowhide strap. (Case diameter 44 mm)

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Titanium or stainless steel - regardless of the case material, the

144 series models always represent superior quality World Time

Chronographs. This is due in part, no doubt, to the fact that we

use sapphire crystal for the glass and the transparent back

in all the watches in this series. The 144 Ti DIAPAL also features

Ar-Dehumidifying Technology and DIAPAL Technology – two special

features which help make the watches especially robust. If required,

the 144 Ti and the 144 St Sa are also available with Ar-Dehumidifying

Technology.

• 144 Ti DIAPAL: DIAPAL – Lubrication-free escapement,

Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology enhances functional reliability and

freedom from fogging, second time zone, case made of titanium,

bead-blasted

• 144 St Sa: Case made of stainless steel, bead-blasted

• 144 Ti: Case made of titanium, bead-blasted

– Sapphire crystal glass in front and back

– Tachymeter/pulsometer scale

– Pressure resistant to 20 bar (= 200 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

144 Ti with titanium case and matte silk finish and with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 41 mm)

Upon request the 144 can be fitted with the Ar-Dehumidifying Technology.

144 St Sa with bead-blasted stainless steel case with solid back and cowhide strap. (Case diameter 41 mm)

144 Ti DIAPAL with titanium case and matte silk finish with cowhide strap. (Case diameter 41 mm)

Series 144The World Time Chronograph.

Large image: 144 Ti DIAPAL with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 41 mm)

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Understated elegance at the highest level: the pilot chronograph by

SINN, in a tastefully dimensioned version with a 38.5 mm diameter

and fine satinized or bead-blasted. As professional as it is elegant,

with sophisticated details such as the high-domed and thus

especially resistant sapphire crystal glass.

• 356 Sa Pilot / 356 Sa Pilot UTC: With satinized stainless steel case

• 356 Pilot II: With satinized stainless steel case and guilloché dial

• 356 Sa GR: With satinized stainless steel case and power reserve

indicator

– Case made of stainless steel

– Sapphire crystal glass in front and back (also available with acrylic

crystals in front and stainless steel back)

– Pressure resistant to 10 bar (= 100 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

356 Sa PILOT II with guilloché dial and satinized, fine link bracelet made of stainless steel. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

The 356 Sa PILOT models are also available with shock-proof acrylic crystals, stainless steel backs and bead-blasted case.

The exquisitely decorated movement with blued screws is clearly visible through the sapphire crystal glass.

356 Sa PILOT – with black dial and black cowhide leather strap. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

356 Sa GR with power reserve indicator and satinized, fine link bracelet made of stainless steel. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

Series 356The Traditional Pilot's Chronograph.

Large image: 356 Sa PILOT UTC also available with acrylic crystal, stainless steel back and satinized case. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

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358 Anniversary with fine link bracelet made of stainless steel. (Case diameter 42 mm)

358 Anniversary with mocha-brown leather strap with alligator embossing. (Case diameter 42 mm)

Model 358The Anniversary Chronograph.

Large image: 358 Anniversarywith mocha-brown leather strap. (Case diameter 42 mm)

The domed sapphire crystal glass used in these watches contains five different radii of curvature. The grinding tools used in the manufacture were specially made for the different radii of curvature.

The blank has a thickness of roughly 5 mm. This is many times thicker than a conventional flat glass.

With a height of 15,5 mm, the 358 is ergonomically adapted to your wrist – and also equipped with an integrated drying capsule.

The exquisitely decorated movement with blued screws is clearly visible through the sapphire crystal glass.

This limited edition chronograph (only 500 watches produced), issued to

commemorate the company's 50th anniversary, features the years

"1961 - 2011" on its dial. The dial itself has been electroplated created,

offering exceptional protection from discolouration due to the effects

of UV rays. SINN has developed its own SZ05 movement, based on a

Valjoux 7750, for this watch as a means of achieving greater balance in

the dial displays and of increasing readability.

– Limited edition of 500 pieces

– SINN SZ05 movement with 60-minute stop function

– Case made of stainless steel, satinized

– Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology enhances functional reliability and

freedom from fogging

– Sapphire crystal glass in front and back

– Pressure resistant to 10 bar (= 100 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

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Simple and timeless – the perfect initiation to the world of SINN.

Outstanding in quality and value for money, these watches are

also versatile in appearance. Whether you prefer the elegant, fine

link solid watch band or a sporty leather strap, Model 556 I is the

right choice for any occasion.

– Satinized stainless steel case

– Sapphire crystal glass in front and back

– Pressure resistant to 20 bar (= 200 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

556 I with satinized solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening matched to the case and with folding safety clasp. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

556 I – Luminous.

The back view of the 556 I : The antireflective sapphire crystal glass reveals the movement.

556 I with satinized fine link bracelet matched to the case and with a butterfly clasp. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

556 I with black leather strap. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

Model 556 IThe Elegantly Sporty Watch.

Large image: 556 I with satinized fine link bracelet matched to the case and with a butterfly clasp. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

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Our experience in manufacturing precision cockpit navigation

clocks is still reflected today in SINN's 656 and 657 series. This includes

the extra large numbers, for example, as well as the contrast to the

glare-free black dial and the special paint on the indices and hour

and minute hands, which remains luminous for a very long time. All of

this ensures easy readability in any situation.

• 656: Case made of bead-blasted stainless steel

• 656 S: Case made of matte black chrome-plated stainless steel

• 657: With captive rotating pilot's bezel with minute ratcheting

Case made of bead-blasted stainless steel

– Nickel-free case back

– Magnetic Field Protection up to 80,000 A/m

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Pressure resistant to 20 bar (= 200 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

656 S with black cowhide strap. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

656 with silicone strap. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

Large image: 656 with bead-blasted solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

Series 656 and 657The Pilot Watch with Magnetic Field Protection.

656 – Luminous.

With a diameter of only 38.5 mm and a height of 10.1 mm, the 656 is also ideal for wearers with slender wrists.

657 with bead-blasted solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 41 mm)

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The perfect watch for those who love extremes. Leading-edge

technology from SINN make the Duochronographs of the 756 series

extraordinarily resistant to pressure and high-altitude conditions.

At the same time, the closed case interior with the soft iron sheath

provides protection against magnetic fields that far exceeds the

DIN requirements.

• 756 DIAPAL: DIAPAL – Lubrication-free escapement

• 756 S / 756 S UTC: With Black Hard Coating

• 756 UTC / 756 S UTC / 756 DIAPAL: With second time zone

– Stainless steel case featuring TEGIMENT Technology

and therefore especially scratch-resistant

– Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology enhances functional reliability and

freedom from fogging

– Nickel-free case back

– Magnetic Field Protection up to 80,000 A/m

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Functionally reliable at temperatures from –45 °C up to +80 °C

– Pressure resistant to 20 bar (= 200 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

756 with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening and TEGIMENT. Also available as 756 UTC with second time zone. (Case diameter 40 mm)

756 – Luminous.

756 DIAPAL with fine link bracelet and TEGIMENT and satinized finish. (Case diameter 40 mm)

756 S with silicone strap. Also available as 756 S UTC with second time zone. (Case diameter 40 mm)

Series 756The Duochronograph.

Large image: 756 DIAPAL with black leather strap. (Case diameter 40 mm)

With a height of 14 mm, the 756 DIAPAL is ergo nomically adapted to your wrist – and also equipped with an integrated drying capsule.

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What drives us to create nothing but the best? We refuse to rest on

our laurels. We live to master new challenges. So it is with the 757

series. The logical successor to the 756 Duochronograph, equipped

with a very special feature: the captive stainless steel bezel with

minute ratcheting. The result? It 's suspiciously close to being the

perfect pilot's watch.

• 757 DIAPAL: DIAPAL – Lubrication-free escapement

• 757 S / 757 S UTC: With Black Hard Coating on a TEGIMENT

Technology basis

• 757 UTC / 757 S UTC / 757 DIAPAL: With second time zone

– Stainless steel case featuring TEGIMENT Technology

and therefore especially scratch-resistant

– Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology enhances functional reliability and

freedom from fogging

– Magnetic Field Protection up to 80,000 A/m

– Captive stainless steel pilot's bezel

with minute ratcheting and TEGIMENT Technology

– Nickel-free case back

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Functionally reliable at temperatures from –45 ºC up to +80 ºC

– Pressure resistant to 20 bar (= 200 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

757 UTC with black cowhide strap. The second time zone is indicated with a neon-yellow, skeletonized central hand. (Case diameter 43 mm)

757 – Luminous.

757 S with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening and with TEGIMENT and Black Hard Coating. Also available as 757 S UTC with second time zone. (Case diameter 43 mm)

757 with silicone strap.(Case diameter 43 mm)

Series 757The Duochronograph with Captive Rotating Bezel.

Large image: 757 DIAPAL with fine link solid bracelet and with DIAPAL and second time zone. (Case diameter 43 mm)

757 DIAPAL – back view.

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Precision right down to the second when you're flying or diving,

when it's raining or hot, under extreme pressure or low pressure at

high altitudes. Leading the way in unfamiliar territory: when it runs

synchronously with the 12-hour hand, the directional arrow on the

24-hour hand can be used to determine orientation based on the

sun's position.

• 856 UTC: Stainless steel case featuring TEGIMENT Technology and

therefore especially scratch-resistant

• 856 S UTC: Stainless steel case with Black Hard Coating on a

TEGIMENT Technology basis

– Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology enhances functional reliability and

freedom from fogging

– Second time zone on a 24-hour basis

– Nickel-free case back

– Magnetic Field Protection up to 80,000 A/m

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Pressure resistant to 20 bar (= 200 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

856 S UTC with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening and with TEGIMENT and Black Hard Coating. (Case diameter 40 mm)

856 UTC with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening and with TEGIMENT. (Case diameter 40 mm)

856 UTC with silicone strap. (Case diameter 40 mm)

Large image: 856 UTC with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening and with TEGIMENT. (Case diameter 40 mm)

Series 856The Pilot Watch with Magnetic Field Protection.

856 UTC – Luminous.

With a height of 10.6 mm, the 856 UTC is ergo nomically adapted to your wrist – and also equipped with an integrated drying capsule.

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Globetrotters who travel light will also enjoy this traveling

companion, due to its attractive design, its reliability in all time zones

and environments, and its professional appearance.

• 857 UTC: Stainless steel case featuring TEGIMENT Technology

and therefore especially scratch-resistant

• 857 S UTC: Stainless steel case with Black Hard Coating on a

TEGIMENT Technology basis

– Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology enhances functional reliability and

freedom from fogging

– Second time zone on a 24-hour basis

– Nickel-free case back

– Magnetic Field Protection up to 80,000 A/m

– Captive stainless steel pilot's bezel with minute ratcheting

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Pressure resistant to 20 bar (= 200 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

857 S UTC with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening and with TEGIMENT and Black Hard Coating. (Case diameter 43 mm)

857 UTC with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening and TEGIMENT. (Case diameter 43 mm)

857 UTC with silicone strap. (Case diameter 43 mm)

Large image: 857 UTC with black cowhide strap. (Case diameter 43 mm)

Series 857The Pilot Watch with a Second Time Zone.

857 UTC – Luminous.

Side view of the 857 UTC with the captive rotating bezel with TEGIMENT and drying capsule.

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Top functionality and precision in an extremely compact design –

indispensable for expeditions beyond the ordinary. The

Multifunctional Chronograph offers an amazing variety of special

functions and scales for time-based measurement units. It is also

resistant to water, cold, extreme pressure and high altitudes,

magnetic fields and scratches. Let the adventure begin!

• 900: 11 different functions that can be read from the chronograph,

table with speed indices for passenger vehicle tires and the

associated top speeds

• 900 PILOT: 5 conversion and tracking scales for European and

American units

• 900 PILOT S: with Black Hard Coating on a TEGIMENT

Technology basis

– Satinized stainless steel case featuring TEGIMENT Technology

– Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology for enhanced

freedom from fogging

– Magnetic Field Protection up to 80,000 A/m

– Second time zone on a 24-hour basis

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Pressure resistant to 20 bar (= 200 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

900 with black calf leather strap and strap extension. (Case diameter 44 mm)

900 – Luminous.

900 PILOT – Luminous.

900 with satinized fine link stainless steel bracelet and TEGIMENT. (Case diameter 44 mm)

900 PILOT with satinized fine link stainless steel bracelet and TEGIMENT. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Series 900The Multifunctional Chronograph and the Large Pilot Chronograph.

Large image: 900 PILOT S with Black Hard Coating and silicone strap. (Case diameter 44 mm)

The 900 PILOT won the coveted 2010 "Goldene Unruh" award.

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902 – Luminous. (Case: 34,4 x 32,8 mm) Clearly readable: Dial of 902 with sapphire crystal glass with anti-reflective coating on both sides.

902 with black leather strap. (Case: 34,4 x 32,8 mm)

902 – back view.

Side view of the 902 – with a height of 12 mm.

Is it the unusual form? Or the stainless steel case hardened with

TEGIMENT Technology, making it particularly scratch-resistant? Or is it

the fact that our 902 model is produced in a limited edition of just 300

pieces that makes it so appealing? We believe it is the combination

of all these details which make our watch so unique.

– Limited edition of 300 pcs

– Case made of stainless steel, polished/satinized

– Case featuring TEGIMENT Technology and

therefore especially scratch-resistant

– Nickel-free case back

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Functionally reliable at temperatures from –45 ºC up to +80 ºC

– Pressure resistant to 10 bar (= 100 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

Model 902 The Technical-Sporty Watch featuring TEGIMENT.

Large image: 902 with black leather strap. (Case: 34,4 x 32,8 mm)

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The traveling companion you can always rely on. Featuring perfect

orientation in space and time as well as the most important arithmetic

functions, it is absolutely reliable, and easy to use despite its

complexity. A detailed explanation of the scales is available on the

Internet at www.sinn.de

• 903 St / 903 St Black / 903 St Silver: Sophisticated automatic

movement

• 903 H4: Mechanical hand-wound Lemania 1883 movement,

date hand and moon phase at 12 o'clock

– Integrated rotating bezel with logarithmic scale

(slide-rule function)

– Case made of polished/satinized stainless steel

– Sapphire crystal glass in front and back

– Pressure resistant to 10 bar (= 100 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

903 H4 – the Chronograph with hand-wound movement, moon phase and fine link solid bracelet. (Case diameter 41 mm)

903 St – Luminous.

903 H4 – Luminous.

903 St – the navigation chronograph with fine link solid bracelet. (Case diameter 41 mm)

Series 903The Navigation Chronograph.

Large image: 903 St Silver with brown leather strap. (Case diameter 41 mm)

903 St Black with black leather strap with alligator embossing. (Case diameter 41 mm)

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When it comes to classic design and indestructible technology,

one timepiece is clearly the front runner. The Rally Chronograph will

captivate you with design elements borrowed from the early days

of the automobile and the reliablity for which SINN watches are

renowned.

• 917 Series: Case diameter 44 mm, day of the week display

with countdown bezel, easy to read with to-the-second precision in

time trials, Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology enhances functional

reliability and freedom from fogging

• 917 GR / 956 / 956 CLASSIC: With Power reserve indicator

• 956 Series: Case diameter 41,5 mm, double tachymeter

scale from 30 to 60 km/h and 60 to 500 km/h

– Polished stainless steel case

– Sapphire crystal glass in front and back

– Pressure resistant to 10 bar (= 100 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

956 with black dial and fine link solid bracelet. (Case diameter 41.5 mm)

956 CLASSIC – The cream-coloured dial recalls the look of classic automobile dashboards. (Case diameter 41.5 mm)

917 with day of the week display. (Case diameter 44 mm).

Series 917 and 956The Traditional Rally Chronograph.

Large image: 917 GR with power reserve indicator. (Case diameter 44 mm)

The sapphire crystal glass with its anti-reflective coating reveals the exquisitely decorated movement.

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When Sinn Spezialuhren was founded in 1961, cockpit instruments and the precision they must maintain

even under extreme conditions played a special role. They inspired Helmut Sinn, the company's founder

and a pilot himself, to create his first aviation chronographs. But these on-board instruments are indis-

pensable not only on airplanes and yachts. Fans of classic car rallies also rely on precision timepieces

that are just as stylish as they are functional. These events require adherence to specified times in

addition to excellent orientation and the perfect control of the vehicle.

Optimal reliability thanks to outstanding technology.

Individually configurable

Set of dashboard clocks

Now you and your team can select a combination

of navigation instruments for the next rally or tour.

For example, the dashboard clock, precise to the

second, with a removable bezel. And up to two

chronographs, with such features as a tachymeter

scale, ascending or descending numerals, and

flyback function. Perfect for setting target times

and completing time trials successfully.

These instruments can be securely fastened to the

dashboard with the help of mounting plates made

of satin-finished titanium. They can be removed

easily by pressing on the bayonet joint (no chance

for thieves!) and replaced as needed. And during

the off-season, when there are no rallies to be run,

the set of dashboard clocks looks good on your

desk, for example. The elegant wooden display

block pictured on the cover is available separately.

– Case and baseplate made of titanium

– Secure fastening with bayonet joint

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Flyback function on chronograph

– Water-resistant and pressure resistant to 10 bar

– Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology enhances

functional reliability and freedom from fogging

– Low pressure resistant (for use in airplanes)

– Functionally reliable at temperatures from

–20 ºC up to +60 ºC

– Rotating bezel with exchangeable inserts

– Enhanced resistance to shock and vibration

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Individually configurable

Fully functional even under extreme conditions

These clocks and chronographs are water-resistant. But even with

water-resistant instruments, the air enclosed in the case contains

water in a gaseous state. And air can also penetrate the seals. When

the water vapor in the case condenses into liquid, the instruments

are impossible to read. To prevent this from happening, SINN has

developed Ar-Dehumidifying Technology. The combination of a

special drying capsule, EDR seals (extreme diffusion reduction) and

a filling of protective gas guarantee that these instruments remain

free from fogging, even in difficult weather conditions.

Another benefit: With its outstanding qualities, SINN special oil

ensures the functional reliability of these instruments at temperatures

ranging from –20°C up to +60°C.

The unused drying capsule – it turns blue upon absorbing water.

Three exchangeable bezel

inserts are available

These dashboard instruments

can be equipped with a

count-up or count-down bezel

as desired. The tachymeter bezel

for the chronograph makes it

possible to measure average

speeds. You can select the bezel

you want for your dashboard

clock – and order additional

ones as needed. They can be

exchanged easily.

Thanks to the flyback function

you are perfectly equipped to

drive a defined route within a

specified time – a challenge for

both the driver and navigator.

The dashboard chronograph

with flyback function allows the

chronograph to be tripped while

in use. With the exchangeable

bezel it is possible to set precise

targets and read them off at a

glance.

Bayonet joint protects against theft

Simply press and turn the clock

to remove it from the baseplate

and store it in the leather pouch

provided. The clock can be

reattached just as easily and is

once again ready for use, thanks

to the convenient bayonet joint.

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Dashboard instruments, Case diameter 58 mm

Rotating bezel inserts (one may be selected for each clock, and additional bezels are available)

Baseplates (to be screwed to the dashboard, or upon request to a wooden display block)

Wooden display block (see illustration on page 80)

Countdown

bezel

Dashboard

clock with

countdown

bezel

Forward-

counting

bezel

Tachymeter bezel

(only available

for dashboard

chronograph)

Wooden display block for set of dashboard

instruments

• Made of solid cherry wood

• It is recommended to buy a separate baseplate

for the display block (to avoid having to remove

and replace often)

Dashboard

chronograph

with forward-

counting bezel

Dashboard

chronograph

with tachy-

meter bezel

Dashboard

chronograph

with count-

down bezel

205 mm

81 mm

Dashbord

clock with

forward-

counting bezel

125 mm

62,5

mm

62,5 mm

Mounting plate made of titanium

• With screw holes

• Available for one, two or three instruments

• Our recommendation: Order a separate

baseplate for the wooden display block to avoid

having to remove and replace often

81 mm

187,5 mm

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SINN was the first company to manufacture diving watches that complied with European diving

equipment standards, and the first to test and certify them for pressure resistance, water-resistance and

enhanced freedom from fogging. The technical development of diving watches is one of the greatest

challenges for engineers and watchmakers, because these timepieces must be absolutely water-

resistant, perfectly readable in all lighting and water conditions and extremely durable. Our watches are

the ideal mission timers.

Diving Watches and Mission Timers.

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A diver needs equipment that is 100% reliable. SINN manufactures

watches that meet the toughest safety standards for use at

great depths. From certified materials to SINN's own proprietary

technologies, our watches offer everything divers need.

• U1000 S (EZM 6): Completely made with Black Hard Coating on a

TEGIMENT Technology basis

• U1000 SDR (EZM 6): Diver's bezel with Black Hard Coating on a

TEGIMENT Technology basis

– Tested based on European diving equipment standards and

certified by Germanischer Lloyd, Hamburg

– Pressure resistant to 1,000 m diving depth, tested and certified

by Germanischer Lloyd in Hamburg

– Completely made of seawater-resistant German submarine steel

with TEGIMENT Technology, therefore especially scratch-resistant

– Captive diver's bezel with guard to prevent accidental misadjustment

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Ar-Dehumidifying Technology for enhanced freedom from fogging

– Functionally reliable at temperatures from –45 ºC up to +80 ºC

– Chronograph functions can be actuated up to the nominal

pressure (100 bar) even when wearing diving gloves

– Low pressure resistant

U1000 (EZM 6) with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening and with TEGIMENT. (Case diameter 44 mm)

U1000 SDR (EZM 6) with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening and with TEGIMENT. (Case diameter 44 mm)

U1000 S (EZM 6) with silicone strap. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Large image: U1000 (EZM 6) with silicone strap. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Series U1000 (EZM 6)The Superlative Diving Chronograph made of German Submarine Steel (deutscher U-Boot-Stahl).

U1000 (EZM 6) – Luminous.

Germanischer Lloyd confirms and certifies the pressure resistance of our U1000 (EZM 6) to a diving depth of 1,000 meters as well as temperature resistance and function based on EN250 and EN14143, the European standards for diving equipment.

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Perfect readability, even in murky water. Easy adjustment of the

rotating bezel, even with gloves. Robust, water-resistant and pressure

resistant, even in extreme conditions. It 's no wonder that so many

professionals place their trust in diving watches made by SINN.

After all, they were designed especially for tough assignments.

• U1: Captive diver's bezel with TEGIMENT Technology and

therefore especially scratch-resistant

• U1 SDR: Diver's bezel with Black Hard Coating on a TEGIMENT

Technology basis

– Tested based on European diving equipment standards and

certified by Germanischer Lloyd in Hamburg

– Pressure resistant to 1,000 m diving depth, tested and certified by

Germanischer Lloyd in Hamburg

– Completely made of seawater-resistant German submarine steel

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Low pressure resistant

U1 with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 44 mm)

U1 with silicone strap. (Case diameter 44 mm)

U1 SDR with solid bracelet and with fold-out overall-lengthening and with diver's bezel with TEGIMENT and Black Hard Coating. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Large image: U1 with silicone strap. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Germanischer Lloyd confirms and certifies the pressure resistance of our U1 to a diving depth of 1,000 meters as well as temperature resistance and function based on EN250 and EN14143, the European standards for diving equipment.

Series U1The Diving Watch made of German Submarine Steel (deutscher U-Boot-Stahl).

The entire case is made of submarine steel developed by Thyssen-Krupp.

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Built to ensure absolute reliability even at the greatest depths.

The U2 series takes all the familiar advantages of the SINN diving

watches to an entirely new level. Reliable at depths up to 2,000 meters.

Confirmed and certified. Equipped with a second time zone.

• U2 (EZM 5): Diver's bezel with TEGIMENT Technology and

therefore especially scratch-resistant

• U2 SDR (EZM 5): Diver's bezel with Black Hard Coating on a TEGIMENT

Technology basis

• U2 S (EZM 5): Case, crown and diver's bezel with Black Hard Coating

on a TEGIMENT Technology basis

– Tested based on European diving equipment standards and

certified by Germanischer Lloyd, Hamburg

– Pressure resistant to 2,000 m diving depth, tested and certified

– Completely made of seawater-resistant German submarine steel

– Captive diver's bezel

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Ar-Dehumidifying Technology for enhanced freedom from fogging

– Functionally reliable at temperatures from –45 ºC up to +80 ºC

– Second time zone on a 24-hour basis

– Low pressure resistant

U2 (EZM 5) with silicone strap. (Case diameter 44 mm)

U2 SDR (EZM 5) with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 44 mm)

U2 S (EZM 5) with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening and with TEGIMENT and Black Hard Coating. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Large image: U2 S (EZM 5) with silicone strap. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Germanischer Lloyd confirms and certifies the pressure resistance of our U2 (EZM 5) to a diving depth of 2,000 meters as well as temperature resistance and function based on EN250 and EN14143, the European standards for diving equipment.

Series U2 (EZM 5)The Mission Timer made of German Submarine Steel (deutscher U-Boot-Stahl).

U2 (EZM 5) – Luminous.

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The U200 series is a perfect addition to our renowned collection of

U200 models. At the same time, this model fulfills the wish of many

customers for a diver's watch with a smaller diameter (37 mm) and

lower weight – without compromising on functionality!

• U200 (EZM 8): Diver's bezel with TEGIMENT Technology and

therefore especially scratch-resistant

• U200 SDR (EZM 8): Diver's bezel with Black Hard Coating on a

TEGIMENT Technology basis

– Tested based on European diving equipment standards and

certified by Germanischer Lloyd, Hamburg

– Pressure resistant to 2,000 m diving depth, tested and certified

by Germanischer Lloyd in Hamburg

– Completely made of seawater-resistant German submarine steel

– Captive diver's bezel

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology enhances functional reliability and

freedom from fogging

– Functionally reliable at temperatures from –45 ºC up to +80 ºC

– Low pressure resistant

U200 (EZM 8) with silicone strap. (Case diameter 37 mm)

U200 (EZM 8) with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 37 mm)

U200 SDR (EZM 8) with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 37 mm)

Large image: U200 (EZM 8) with solid bracelet. (Case diameter 37 mm)

Germanischer Lloyd confirms and certifies the pressure resistance of our U200 (EZM 8) to a diving depth of 2,000 meters as well as temperature resistance and function based on EN250 and EN14143, the European standards for diving equipment.

Series U200 (EZM 8)The Mission Timer made of German Submarine Steel (deutscher U-Boot-Stahl).

U200 (EZM 8) – Luminous.

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Developed to withstand extreme situations in which absolute

precision and reliability are crucial. A UX unites the most innovative

technologies with the most resistant materials.

• UX (EZM 2B): Crown at right at 4 o'clock

• UX GSG 9 (EZM 2B): Crown at left at 10 o'clock

• UX SDR / UX SDR GSG 9 (EZM 2B): Diver's bezel with Black Hard

Coating on a TEGIMENT Technology basis

• UX S / UX S GSG 9 (EZM 2B): Case, crown, diver's bezel and solid

bracelet with Black Hard Coating on a TEGIMENT Technology basis

– Tested based on European diving equipment standards and

certified by Germanischer Lloyd, Hamburg

– Pressure resistance of the movement to 5,000 m and of the

case to 12,000 m diving depth, tested and certified

– Reflection-free under water thanks to HYDRO, readable from any

angle and completely free from fogging due to special oil filling

– Completely made of seawater-resistant German submarine steel

– Captive diver's bezel with TEGIMENT Technology

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Temperature-stabilized chronometer quartz movement,

functionally reliable at temperatures from –20 ºC up to +60 ºC

– Low pressure resistant

UX (EZM 2B) with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 44 mm)

UX GSG 9 (EZM 2B) with silicone strap. (Case diameter 44 mm)

UX S (EZM 2B) with solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening and with TEGIMENT and Black Hard Coating. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Large image: UX SDR GSG 9 (EZM 2B) with solid bracelet and diver's bezel with Black Hard Coating. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Germanischer Lloyd has confirmed and certified to EN250 and EN14143 (the European standards for diving equipment) the pressure resistance of our UX models (EZM 2B) (diving depth of case: 12,000 m, movement: 5,000 m) as well as their temperature resistance and functioning.

Series UX (EZM 2B)The Mission Timer for Maritime use made of German Submarine Steel (deutscher U-Boot-Stahl).

The UX (EZM 2B) is also readable from any viewing angle underwater. Under water, starting at an angle of approximately 45°, a non-filled watch acts like a mirror due to the total reflection.

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No other watch offers a longer list of innovations. The EZM 3

incorporates a mechanical movement protected by state-of-the-art

SINN technologies against moisture diffusing from the air, extreme

pressure or the influence of magnetic fields. Free from fogging,

temperature-resistant and reliable.

– Tested based on European diving equipment standards

and certified by Germanischer Lloyd, Hamburg

– Pressure resistant to 500 m diving depth, tested and certified

by Germanischer Lloyd, Hamburg

– Bead-blasted stainless steel case

– Diver's bezel

– Magnetic Field Protection up to 80,000 A/m

– Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology enhances functional reliability and

freedom from fogging

– Functionally reliable at temperatures from –45 ºC up to +80 ºC

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Low pressure resistant

EZM 3 with stainless steel solid bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 40 mm)

EZM 3 with black silicone strap. (Case diameter 40 mm)

Model EZM 3The Mission Timer with Magnetic Field Protection.

Large image: EZM 3 with black silicone strap. (Case diameter 40 mm)

EZM 3 – Luminous. (Case diameter 40 mm)

Germanischer Lloyd confirms and certifies the pressure resistance of our EZM 3 to a diving depth of 500 meters as well as temperature resistance and function based on EN250 and EN14143, the European standards for diving equipment.

Back and side view of the EZM 3 : Magnetic Field Protection and Ar-Dehumidifying Technology are standard.

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203 ARKTIS with blue electroplated dial and blue leather strap with alligator embossing. (Case diameter 41 mm)

203 ARKTIS with blue electroplated dial and solid stainless steel bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 41 mm)

203 ARKTIS – Luminous. (Case diameter 41 mm)

Side view of the 203 ARKTIS with a hight of 16 mm, equipped with an integrated drying capsule.

203 St with black dial and silicone strap with buckle strap extension. Upon request also available with Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology.(Case diameter 41 mm)

Large image: 203 ARKTIS with blue leather strap.

The 203 ARKTIS chronograph is our first diving watch to feature

antifreeze technology. This means that it is guaranteed to run and

function reliably even at exceptionally low temperatures. This watch

passed its Arctic endurance test on the wrist of extreme diver Mario

M. Weidner – with flying colours! The 203 ARKTIS survived not only

all the dives in the icy waters of the Arctic Ocean, but also sessions

in the sauna on-board the research vessel. However, the true test

of the watch's quality lay in coping with the extreme temperature

fluctuations between those found in the water (freezing point) and

those on land (up to –25 °C) which represents a real challenge for a

watch worn outside a thermal diving suit.

– Case made of stainless steel, polished

– Functionally reliable at temperatures from –45 ºC up to +80 ºC

– Ar-Dehumidyfing Technology enhances functional reliability and

freedom from fogging (upon request also available for 203 St)

– Diver's bezel with minute ratcheting

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Pressure resistant to 30 bar (= 300 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

Series 203 Diving Chronograph with Temperature Resistance Technology.

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EZM 7: Cowhide strap with contrast stitching, integrated in case. (Case diameter 43 mm)

EZM 7: Case and stainless steel braceletfeaturing TEGIMENT. Solid stainless steel bracelet with fold-out overall-lengthening. (Case diameter 43 mm)

EZM 7 with silicone strap.(Case diameter 43 mm)

The Mission Timer EZM 7 with its colour-coded bezel is easy to

operate, making it child's play to set and read off the relevant

durations when using breathing protection apparatus — everything

from protective suits CSA to LPA. The captive bezel can even be

set when wearing gloves — like on our diver's watches. We have

designed the EZM 7 for use in the most challenging conditions — it is

especially resilient to the penetration of water and dust, to scratches,

changes in temperature and the influence of magnetic interference.

The tegiment case has a surface hardness of 1200 Vickers. And the

sapphire crystal glass with anti-reflective coating on both sides and

luminous indices ensures optimum readability by day or night. Ideal

for heavy-duty use by fire brigades or rescue services.

– Ar-Dehumidifying Technology for enhanced freedom from fogging

– Case made of stainless steel, bead-blasted with

TEGIMENT Technology and therefore especially scratch-resistant

– Second time zone on a 24-hour basis

– Captive mission timer bezel with minute ratcheting rotary in one

direction

– Magnetic Field Protection up to 80,000 A/m

– Functionally reliable at temperatures from –45 ºC up to +80 ºC

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Low pressure resistant

EZM 7 – Luminous.

Side view of the EZM 7: Magnetic Field Protection and Ar-Dehumidifying Technology are standard.

Large image: EZM 7 with silicone strap.(Case diameter 43 mm)

The Mission Timer 7 — developed for the fire brigade.

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Perfect coordination is called for the moment an emergency call is received by the fire brigade control centre.

Regardless of whether a residential building is on fire, dangerous chemicals have escaped or there has been

an accident involving a hazardous goods transporter — the fire brigade and rescue service teams are on the

scene immediately. All the rescue coordinators now need a clear overview of where they are in the rescue

schedule. SINN Spezialuhren provides a mission timer with bezel to time all the key operation times at the turn

of a ring: the EZM 7 (Einsatzzeitmesser = Mission Timer).

A fire-fighter weighed down with heavy equipment

and breathing apparatus, feeling his way through

an unfamiliar building while confronted with smoke

and flammable gases, needs to concentrate 100%

on the task at hand: getting people out of harm's

way, extinguishing the fire and preventing the

spread of dangerous substances. Fire-fighters are

very often tested to their physical limits. Which

makes it all the more important for the rescue

coordinators to know exactly how long the

individual teams have been in the building and

which The Mission Timer 7 — developed for the fire

brigade. Every single action counts during a fire

brigade call-out. When compressed air breathing

apparatus is used, operations need to be carefully

timed by the operation chiefs to ensure their teams'

safety. times should not be exceeded. There are

strict breathing protection monitoring regulations.

Each additional minute in the rescue zone can put

lives at risk. Because the teams are at their physical

limits when they pull back out.

With the professional support of Chief Fire Inspector

Tomás Stanke we have developed a mission timer

designed to make reading all the main operation

times stipulated in the German fire service manuals

(Feuerwehr-Dienstvorschrift)

FwDV 7 and FwDV 500 as simple

as possible. Featuring a clear set

of safety symbols and the

precision for which our specialist

watches have long been

renowned. From the maker of

genuine pilot's watches and

certified diving watches made

from top quality German

submarine steel: in situations

where your own safety can

depend on the reliability of your

mechanical watch, the EZM 7

passes the acid test every time.

Featuring innovative technologies

which help ensure impressive

levels of accuracy and reliability

even under the most severe

conditions.

Every single action counts during a fire brigade call-out.When compressed air breathing apparatus is used, operations need to be carefully timedby the operation chiefs to ensure their teams' safety.

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The key operation times at-a-glance.

Yellow for PA

Red for LPAGreen/yellow for CSA

Green for Dekon II Black circles marking the first

and second thirds of the maxi-

mum PA/LPA operation time.

The schematic representation of the main time phases for breathing protection and NBC rescue operations permits times to be read off at a glance.

The increasing risks faced by fire brigades in recent years have given

rise to enhanced technologies and resulted in stricter regulations.

Physiological limits and the times stipulated in Service Manual FwDV 7

and FwDV 500 issued by the German fire service are used as the basis

for the following maximum operation times:

Using CSA (protective suit): 20 min.

Using PA (compressed air): 30 min.

Using LPA (closed circuit): 60 min.

Checks should be made at 1/3 and 2/3 of the maximum operation

time. The thirds are marked by points at 10, 20 and 40 on the bezel.

FwDV 500 states that the following times should not be exceeded for

NBC operations: Standard decontamination (Decon level II) must be

available for use after 15 minutes.

Colour-coded bezel for breathing protection and

NBC rescue operations

We enlisted the services of Chief Fire Inspector Tomás Stanke to help us

design the colour-coded bezel and the pictogram on the dial. The

scales are based on the traffic light colours green, yellow and red and

help to provide a clear overview of the total durations in the first hour of

the rescue, the so-called "chaos phase". They also show colour-coded

rescue times for operations involving protection suits, CSA, PA, Dekon II

and LPA.

The zero point of the bezel is set to the minute hand (zero position) at

the start of the rescue time to be measured. It can now immediately

apparent when a team needs to be relieved, e.g. after 20 minutes in a

protective suit CSA (green/yellow), after 30 minutes using PA (yellow)

and after max. 60 minutes using LPA (red). Clear overview: the control

points at 10, 20 and 40 minutes for the thirds checks for PA and LPA

operations. In NBC rescue operations, the time when Dekon II is

operational can be also be read off the green scale.

The colour-coded bezel of the EZM 7 corresponds to the pictogram on the dial, allowing the wearer to set and read off the key operation times in no time.

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These classic masterpieces rank as primus inter pares (first among equals) in our product range,

as they represent an exceptional synthesis: esceptional timepieces that captivate their owners with

esthetic brilliance as well as outstanding functionality. One example of this is the 6100 REGULATEUR

series. These models are equipped with the impressive SZ 04 movement, offering unparalleled

chronometer quality.

Classic Masterpieces.

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Traditional watch design by SINN. Distinctive black-and-white

contrasts and simple elegance are united with technological

precision. A favorite adornment for everyday use – elegant and

beautifully designed. The stylish porcelain dial of the 1746 Classic

model complements the personality of its wearers.

• 1746 Porcelain: Hand-painted porcelain dial. Three river

landscapes and three city scenes, each in the colours blue, purple

and charcoal grey, and the coat of arms of Frankfurt am Main.

Strictly limited editions of 25 per motif and colour; custom motives

can be produced upon request

• 1746: Case diameter 42 mm

• 1736 Classic: Case diameter 36 mm

– Case made of polished stainless steel

– Sapphire crystal glass in front and back

– Exquisitely decorated movement

– Pressure resistant to 10 bar (= 100 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

The exquisitely decorated movement with blued screws is clearly visible through the sapphire crystal glass.

1736 Classic with high-quality vitreous enamel dial and date display.(Case diameter 36 mm)

Model 1736 Classic and Series 1746 The Classics.

1746 Classic with high-quality vitreous enamel dial and date display. (Case diameter 42 mm)

1746 Porcelain with an individual family coat of arms. (Custom motif is possible). (Case diameter 42 mm)

Large image: 1746 Classic with vitreous enamel dial and date display. (Case diameter 42 mm)

Porcelain painter at work on an individual family coat of arms.

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Those who maintain international business relationships need to keep

an eye on all relevant time zones, whether in Frankfurt, New York or

Dubai. The Frankfurt Financial District series meets this challenge with

uncompromising functionality. Crisis-proof and of lasting value.

• 6000 Platinum: Limited to 10 pieces, case made of platinum (950),

Sterling silver (925) and guilloché dial, DIAPAL, three time zones,

engraving on the rotor of the Frankfurt skyline

• 6000 Rose Gold: Case made of 18-carat rose gold,

DIAPAL, three time zones, engraving on the rotor of the Frankfurt

skyline

• 6000: Three time zones, engraving on the rotor of the Frankfurt

skyline, highly polished stainless steel case

• 6030: Two time zones, engraving on the rotor of the "Bull and Bear",

highly polished stainless steel case

– Pressure resistant to 10 bar (= 100 m water depth)

– Sapphire crystal glass in front and back

– Low pressure resistant

– Exquisitely decorated movement

6030 – The Frankfurt Financial District Watch IV with highly polished stainless steel case and fine link bracelet. (Case diameter 34 mm)

Large image: 6000 Rose Gold with a genuine alligator leather strap in brown. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

Series 6000 and Model 6030The Frankfurt Financial District Watch.

These watches are offered in the sophisticated case made from wood with two watch bands, band replacement tool, spare spring bars, Eschenbach watchmaker's loupe, cleaning cloth and booklet.

6000 Platinum – The Frankfurt Financial District Watch in platinum with a genuine alligator leather strap. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

6000 – The Frankfurt Financial District Watch with highly polished stainless steel case and fine link bracelet. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

The white gold jubilee version of our Frankfurt Financial District Watch with DIAPAL won the coveted 2006 "Goldene Unruh" award in the same year.

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In the world's financial centers, the traditional virtues such as

punctuality, quality-consciousness and reliability are still in demand

today. These are symbolized by the Frankfurt Financial District

Watches with their electroplated dial, up to three time zones and

finely engraved rotor.

• 6036 / 6060: Three time zones, sophisticated movement with an

engraving on the rotor of the "Bull and Bear"

• 6033: Two time zones, sophisticated movement with an engraving

on the rotor of the "Bull and Bear"

• 6066: Alarm function, three time zones, sophisticated movement

with an engraving on the rotor of a bell and "Frankfurt am Main"

– Case made of polished stainless steel

– Pressure resistant to 10 bar (= 100 m water depth)

– Electroplated black dial with rhodanized appliqués

– Sapphire crystal glass in front and back

– Low pressure resistant

6033 – The Frankfurt Financial DistrictWatch V with a high-quality black calf leather strap. (Case diameter 34 mm)

Large image: 6036 with leather strap. (Case diameter 34 mm) and 6060 with fine link solid bracelet. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

The Frankfurt Financial District Watch V (6033) The Frankfurt Financial District Watch VI (6036)The Frankfurt World Time Watch (6060)The Frankfurt Financial District Alarm Watch (6066).

6066 – The Frankfurt Financial District Alarm Watch with polished, satinized, fine link solid bracelet. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

The sapphire crystal glass with its anti-reflective coating reveals the exquisitely decorated movement. Engraved on the rotor: the stock exchange symbols of the bull and the bear.

Back view of The Frankfurt Financial District Alarm Watch (6066) with an engraving on the rotor of a bell and "Frankfurt am Main".

These watches are offered in the sophisticated case made from wood with two watch bands, band replacement tool, spare spring bars, Eschenbach watchmaker's loupe, cleaning cloth and booklet.

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The intersection of tradition and the contemporary lifestyle. The

6100 series captures your attention with its traditional design and

sophisticated details. Characteristic features of the REGULATEUR

include the large central minute hand and the hour and second

hands in separate areas of the dial: these watches are modeled on

the public precision pendulum clocks of the 19th and 20th centuries.

• 6100 REGULATEUR Rose Gold: Guilloché, silver electroplated dial and

second stop function, case made of 18-carat rose gold

• 6100 REGULATEUR Classic 4N: With gold-plated hands

and appliqués, polished and satinized stainless steel case and

guilloché, silver electroplated dial

• 6100 REGULATEUR Classic B: With blued hands and appliqués,

polished and satinized stainless steel case and guilloché,

silver electroplated dial

• 6100 REGULATEUR Technik: With black galvanized dial, hands

coated with special luminous paint and second stop function

– Fine, sophisticated SINN SZ04 movement

– Glucydur screw balance

– Triovis precision adjustment system

– Sapphire crystal glass in front and back

– Pressure resistant to 10 bar (= 100 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

6100 REGULATEUR Technik with black, flat-padded cowhide strap with alligator embossing. (Case diameter 44 mm)

The sophisticated movement with blued screws is clearly visible through the sapphire crystal glass. The finely satinized and polished case of the 6100 REGULATEUR Classic model.

6100 REGULATEUR Classic 4N with gold-plated hands and appliqués and brown, flat-padded leather strap with alligator embossing. (Case diameter 44 mm)

6100 REGULATEUR Classic B with blued hands and appliqués and blue, flat-padded leather strap with alligator embossing. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Series 6100 REGULATEURThe Traditional REGULATEUR.

Large image: 6100 REGULATEUR Rose Gold with mocha brown alligator leather strap. (Case diameter 44 mm)

The 6100 REGULATEUR won the coveted 2008 and 2010 "Goldene Unruh" award.

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The 6110 Series combines traditional watchmaking craftmanship

with the very latest technologies. Only the highest quality movement

parts are used in the classic hand-wound Unitas 6498-1 pocket watch

movement, such as the Glucydur screw balance, the Triovis precision

adjustment system and the Nivarox 1 balance spring. The technical

challenges involved in ensuring water and pressure resistance of up

to 10 bar in these watches were considerable. Especially given that

the sophisticated design includes sapphire crystal in the glass and

transparent back – at a diameter of 44 mm.

• 6110 Rose Gold S: Case made of 18-carat rose gold,

black electroplated guilloché dial

• 6110 Classic B/4N: Case made of stainless steel,

silver guilloché electroplated dial

– Glucydur screw balance

– Triovis precision adjustment system

– Hand-wound movement Unitas 6498-1 with second stop function

– Sapphire crystal glass in front and back

– Pressure resistant to 10 bar (= 100 water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

The sophisticated movement with blued screws is clearly visible through the sapphire crystal glass. The finely 18-carat rose gold case of the 6110 Rose Gold model.

Series 6110

6110 Classic 4N with guilloché silver electroplated dial with gold-plated hands and appliqués and brown cowhide strap with alligator embossing. (Case diameter 44 mm)

6110 Classic B with guilloché, silver electroplated dial,blue appliqués and cowhide strap with alligtor embossing. (Case diameter 44 mm)

6110 Rose Gold S with black electroplated guilloché dial, with gold-plated hands and appliqués and genuine alligator leather strap in black. (Case diameter 44 mm)

The 6110 Rose Gold S is offered in the sophisticated case made from wood with black and brown genuine alligator leather strap, band replacement tool, spar spring bars, watchmaker s loupe, cleaning cloth and booklet.

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Our ladies' watches simultaneously adorn and underscore the individuality and personality of the

wearer. The design of these watches are distinguished by elegance and feminine esthetics. Their inner

mechanisms are dominated by functionality and technology. These watches are not only very beautiful,

but ideally suited for everyday use, as they are water-resistant, shock-proof and anti-magnetic. Exactly

what you expect of ladies' watches made by SINN.

Ladies' watches.

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The overall appearance of the individual models is intentionally

unostentatious and presents a classically elegant, feminine image

at first glance. The rhodanized appliqués meticulously attached

by hand also complement this delicate look. The rectangular dial

tastefully recalls classic ideals and conveys the joy of and focus on

clean geometric forms. Four attractive dials are available for you to

match the watch perfectly to your own personal style.

• 243 TW 66 WG S: 18-carat white gold bezel and

66 Top Wesselton diamonds

– Case made of polished titanium

– Sapphire crystal glass

– Pressure resistant to 10 bar (= 100 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

Series 243 TiThe Classic Ladies' Watches.

243 Ti K with copper-coloured, electroplated guilloché dial and mocha-brown satin-textured strap. (Case: 22.5 x 29.5 mm / Fig.: 1:1)

243 Ti S with black electroplated dial and fine link bracelet. (Case: 22.5 x 29.5 mm / Fig.: 1:1)

Large image: 243 TW66 WG S with black cowhide strap with alligator embossing. (Case: 22.5 x 29.5 mm)

243 Ti M with mocha-brown dial and leather strap with alligator embossing. (Case: 22.5 x 29.5 mm / Fig.: 1:1)

243 Ti Mother-of-pearl W with black, flat-padded cowhide strap with alligator embossing. (Case: 22.5 x 29.5 mm / Fig.: 1:1)

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These luxurious timepieces by SINN are both jewellery and

wristwatch, glamorously ornamented with diamonds. Special pieces

for connoisseurs of exclusive design. Timelessly elegant, yet ideally

suited for everyday use.

• 456 TW70 GG: With a decorative ring of 18-carat yellow gold

and 70 Top Wesselton diamonds (0.63 carats)

(58 diamonds in the decorative ring, 12 diamonds on the dial)

• 456 TW70 WG: With a decorative ring of 18-carat white gold

and 70 Top Wesselton diamonds (0.63 carats)

(58 diamonds in the decorative ring, 12 diamonds on the dial)

• 456 TW 12: With a decorative ring of 18-carat yellow gold

and 12 Top Wesselton diamonds (0.108 carats) on the dial

• 456 St GG A: With a decorative ring of 18-carat yellow gold

– Polished stainless steel case

– Sapphire crystal glass in front and back

– Pressure resistant to 20 bar (= 200 m water depth)

– Low pressure resistant

Back view of the 456 TW70 GG. (Case diameter 28 mm / Fig.: 1:1)

456 TW 70 WG–18-carat white gold bezel and 70 Top Wesselton diamonds, fine link bracelet. (Case diameter 28 mm / Fig.: 1:1)

456 TW70 GG –18-carat gold bezel and 70 Top Wesselton diamonds, fine link bracelet with links made of 18-carat gold. (Case diameter 28 mm / Fig.: 1:1)

Series 456The Elegant Ladies' Watch with Gold and Diamonds.

456 TW 12 –18-carat gold bezel and 12 Top Wesselton diamonds on the dial. (Case diameter 28 mm / Fig.: 1:1)

Large image: 456 St GG A –18-carat gold bezel. (Case diameter 28 mm)

Clearly visible: the high-quality, individually set Top Wesselton diamonds.

On page 116: 456 St Mother-of-pearl W with white leather strap. (Case diameter 28 mm)

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SINN develops watches that are not only highly esthetic but also extremely practical. They meet the

needs of people who live life to the fullest. Who have to rely on hundred percent on their watches even in

the most extreme circumstances. Who need perfect functionality, durability and certified quality. Find out

more about the people who rely on SINN watches and about the rigorous testing our innovative products

undergo before they are put to practical use.

Reports and Technical Specifications.

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Germanischer Lloyd Certifies SINN Diving Watches

The background: time plays a crucial role in

survival on every dive. Diving watches must

therefore be water-resistant, reliable and durable,

and guarantee perfect readability in all lighting

and water conditions. The information we provide

about our diving watches is thus not merely

captured in words, but proven in practice as well.

Testing for water-resistance and pressure resistance

Since 2005 Germanischer Lloyd has been testing

our diving watches for water-resistance and

pressure resistance.

In accordance with these certification standards,

the U1 and the U1000 series are pressure resistant to

100 bar, while the U2 and U200 series are pressure

resistant to 200 bar and the UX series is actually

pressure resistant to any accessible diving depth.

For this series, Germanischer Lloyd has confirmed

the pressure resistance of the case to 12,000 meters

and of the movement to 5,000 meters diving

depth. The tests are repeated at regular intervals

on all of these watches in order to document the

consistency of the quality.

So what does Germanischer Lloyd have to do with a watch manufacturer from Frankfurt am Main? The

renowned company tests and certifies our diving watches according to a variety of criteria: One test

focuses on water-resistance and pressure resistance, while a second test procedure covers something

never done before in the watchmaking industry: certification in accordance with the European

standards for diving equipment!

U 31 of the German Navy, a boat of the 212A class with fuel cell propulsion. Our U1, U2, U200, U1000 and UX diving watches are made of the same anti-magnetic steel.

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Premiere: certification for compliance with

European diving equipment standards

In a standardized test situation, will a diving watch

deliver the same reliable performance as, say, a

breathing apparatus? To answer this question, we

were the first who have watches tested and officially

certified according to the European standards for

diving equipment. Also these tests are accomplished

at regular intervals for all these watches.

The testing and certification according to the

European standards EN250 and EN14143 was

completely new territory for both sides. This was the

case because the standards for diving equipment

cannot be applied to watches without modification.

The experts at Germanischer Lloyd thus adapted the

standards appropriately and defined two series of

tests. In the first of the two, they put the timepieces

in a test cabinet for three hours at –20 °C, then for

three more hours at +50 °C. The timepieces were

subsequently checked for accuracy and functional

reliability at both temperatures. In a second test the

watches had to withstand three hours at –30 °C and

3 hours at +70 °C with 95% humidity.

The result:

Temperature resistance and perfect functioning were

documented and certified for the watches in the U1,

U1000 (since 2007), U2, U200 (since 2009) and EZM 3

series after both tests. The UX series watches were also

certified, however these were subjected to a

modified test involving temperatures between –20 °C

and +60 °C due to their battery operation and oil

filling.

Documentation issued by Germanischer Lloyd certifying the models U1, U2, UX and EZM 3 according to the European standards for diving devices EN 250 and EN 14143.

Two U1 models as well as a case are lowered into the pressure chamber.

The safety standards authority for shipping. Germanischer Lloyd, based in Hamburg, is responsible for the technical safety of more than 5,700 ocean-going vessels. Its guidelines constitute a safety standard accepted worldwide for maritime shipping.

Founded in 1867 In the 19th century, those who entrusted their goods to a ship or sailed on board as a crew member or passenger had to play it safe. Shipping magnates and merchants didn't want to rely only on the good reputation of the shipbuilder or captain. After all, the technical quality of a ship was crucial even then. In 1867 various shipping company owners took the initiative and formed a committee to advise on issues of ship classifications. Today, Germanischer Lloyd is one of the market leaders worldwide in the area of ship classification.

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Vibrations and possible consequences for

mechanical watches

When putting their high-speed vehicles through their

paces, motor sport professionals feel naked without

a watch on their wrist – even though this subjects the

timepiece to considerable stress. If the track is uneven

and bumpy, all the jolting and shaking is transmitted

automatically from the steering wheel to the watch.

Severe shocks and vibrations can have serious

consequences for a mechanical movement:

• the balance spring can become deformed.

• the impact resistance spring of the balance can

become deformed, changing the height of the

balance cock on the balance shaft.

• the dial feet may yield, shifting the dial off-centre

and causing the hands to chafe around the centre

hole.

• the seat of the hands can become loose;

the hands would then no longer be plane-parallel

and could obstruct each other.

• movement screws can become loose, and

with them key components.

The Fraunhofer-Institut für Betriebsfestigkeit und

Systemzuverlässigkeit LBF

To demonstrate how our watches react to shocks, we

contacted the Fraunhofer LBF in Darmstadt. They were

to subject the watches to endurance tests carried out

on the steering wheel of a test chassis on a simulated

rough-road track. The renowned and internationally

recognised institute has over 70 years of experience

in conducting endurance tests. These provide the

scientific basis for all safety-relevant designs such as

automobile structures, aircraft wings or rolling stock.

Their core competence still lies primarily in system

reliability and adaptronics. The research work of the

Fraunhofer LBF feeds into the approval conditions

for development work carried out by the German,

European and American automotive and aircraft

industries and their suppliers (visit www.lbf.fraunhofer.

de for further information). For the endurance tests we

deliberately chose not just rally chronographs but also

classic watches such as the 6000 Frankfurt Financial

District Watch. After all – all SINN watches need to be

robust and suitable for everyday use!

SINN watches on rough-road simulation track How do SINN watches react to jolts and vibrations? We wanted a clear answer to this question. And so we

fastened them to the steering wheel of a test chassis in the new full vehicle test rig at the Fraunhofer LBF (research

institute). What followed were exacting tests – and positive results.

(left to right) Dipl.-Ing. Lothar Schmidt, proprietor of SINN, Dipl.-Ing. Arno Gabel, Head of Customer Satisfaction & Care, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Hanselka, Institute Director, and Dr. Wolfgang Schonefeld, Head of Technical Development at SINN, making preparations.

Institute director Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Hanselka (left) und Dipl.-Ing. Lothar Schmidt, proprietor of SINN Spezialuhren, discussing the parameters of the endurance tests in advance.

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Tests on simulated rough-road track

The planned tests on the full vehicle test rig at the

Fraunhofer LBF in Darmstadt were a first: it is normally

cars which are subjected to rigorous tests here under

the watchful eye of Dipl.-Ing. Marc Wallmichrath. The

watches 757 DIAPAL, 900 PILOT, U1000, 6000 Frankfurt

Financial District Watch and the 917 GR were fastened

to the steering wheel of the test chassis for the

endurance tests. Drivers' hands intuitively compensate

any jolts, and so the watches were mounted on plastic

rings to simulate this damping action.

Five watches on the test chassis steering wheel

The first endurance test got under way. How well

would the five SINN watches perform? They were

facing an extreme endurance test, after all. The

test chassis was gradually subjected to ever

stronger movements, shaken by powerful jolts and

vibrations as if driving along a road full of pot-holes.

The steering wheel with the watches had been

secured with belts beforehand, as there was no

driver in the test vehicle. As a consequence of the

simulated jolts, the steering wheel made small but

violent movements to the right and left, punctuated

by short, relatively motionless phases. The test was

designed so that any acceleration to the wrist could

be measured, too.

Test passed - everything in order

After two rough test runs – for 30 minutes and 13

hours (equivalent to 300 km) respectively – all eyes

turned to the unerring electronic timing machine.

This indicated how well the watches had passed the

unusual test by taking measurements and making

comparisons. "During their 13 hours on the test rig, the

watches have experienced 300 km under the most

severe rough-road conditions – an ordeal which

no test driver could be expected to endure," said

Dipl.-Ing. Marc Wallmichrath. Would the watches'

accuracy be compromised, for instance? No, in both

tests, the watches performed admirably – test passed

with flying colours. Read the report on the next page

for more detailed results.

Videos of the test can be viewed at

www.sinn.de/en/endurance-test-watches.htm

Five SINN watches on the steering wheel, padded with plastic rings. These simulated the damping action which is intuitively produced by a driver's hand. Rally chronographs and classic watches were deliberately chosen for the tests.The new full vehicle test rig in Fraunhofer LBF in Darmstadt.

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The final check was carried out after the endurance test using an unerring timing machine. The SINN watches passed the extreme impact and vibration tests in the test vehicle with flying colours.

757 DIAPAL (.0911)

before test 30min /13h

900 PILOT (.1269)

before test 30min /13h

U1000 (.0369)

before test 30min /13h

6000 (.2341)

before test 30min /13h

917 GR (.0004)

before test 30min /13h

ZO 3 -3/-3 6 4/3 3 -1/-2 4 -2/0 7 4/4

ZU 7 4/2 6 4/3 5 3/0 7 3/2 9 6/4

KU 7 4/0 4 3/-2 6 5/-2 8 2/2 2 5/-2

KL 7 4 /1 2 0 /-4 2 1/0 4 0/-1 0 0/-3

ZO Dial facing upwardsZU Dial facing downwardsKU Crown facing downwardsKL Crown to left

Accuracy deviation after 30 minutes 0 0 0 0 0 after 13 hours 1 0 -1 2 -3

The results in detail

30 minutes into the test, none of the five watches

showed any deviation from the time set using

the radio-controlled clock prior to starting, or

any functional disorders – not even in the hand

components. The electronic timing machine

revealed only slight changes to the accuracy.

After 13 hours on the test rig – representing 300 km

on a hard rough-road surface – four of the five

watches showed slight deviations to the original

time which had been set from a radio-controlled

clock. The deviations were between +1 and –3

seconds. No other effects were detected in the

movement.

Summary

Despite the enormous stress levels to which our

watches were subjected, they all passed both tests

with flying colours. This proved their robustness and

suitability for everyday use – even when exposed to

severe vibration and jolts. As we see, SINN watches

are very difficult to shock!

The test conducted by the Fraunhofer LBF (research institute) in Darmstadt demonstrates impressively just how perfectly SINN watches function – even when subjected to extreme conditions. You can always rely on mechanical watches – especially those protected by innovative SINN technologies. Nevertheless, all types of stress leave their mark and so your should keep it to a minimum by ensuring that you never expose your watch to unnecessary wear and tear.

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Aerobatic pilot relies on SINN watches

RALF NIEBERGALL

This is not a coincidence. After all, safety is the

most important thing in aerobatics. The family

has owned the plane since 1980. Built in 1967, this

"Ferrari of the skies" is a true classic aeroplane, in

which Ralf Niebergall completed his pilot's training.

He got his pilot's license in 1987. Since then he has

put 1,400 hours of flying time under his belt, over

600 of them in aerobatics. He became familiar

with the SINN brand while serving in the army. A

hobby has turned into nine successful years of

collaboration with the company.

"With regard to SINN, I'm a true believer. The

company manufactures pilots' watches that

withstand enormous stresses and are absolutely

reliable. Which is vitally important to me as a

pilot", he explains. What sounds like a platitude

has a concrete background. Airplanes like the

Marchetti have the shortcoming that their fuel tank

indicators do not always function accurately. In

order to calculate the fuel quantity and flight time,

Niebergall used to rely on the Pilot's Chronograph

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NaBo 54. More recently, this task has been

accomplished with the aid of the Duochronograph

757 UTC. "I know that these watches will never let

me down. No other brand can compare to a SINN

watch", says Ralf Niebergall of the indestructible

functionality of the watches.

With his aircraft, a Siai Marchetti SF-260, Ralf Niebergall arouses nostalgic memories among the

spectators at air shows. But when it comes to modern time measurement on the ground and in the

air, the aerobatic pilot from Neuwied relies exclusively on watches made by Sinn Spezialuhren zu

Frankfurt am Main.

Ralf Niebergall relies on his Duochronograph 757 UTC.

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For more than thirty years he has led expeditions to

the most remote corners of the globe – frequently

under extreme conditions. For example, in 1977

there was the two-month trip up the De Pas

and George Rivers in the Canadian province of

Quebec in traditional Indian canoes. That was

followed by numerous other journeys. In 1981

he crossed the Atlantic in a sailboat; in 1983

he explored Greenland by

dogsled; and he rounded Cape

Horn in a collapsible boat in

the winter of 1984. In 1993 he

sailed through the Northwest

Passage within one year without

an icebreaker. His boat, the

"Dagmar Aaen", a shark cutter

restored in 1988, was the first

sailboat to circumnavigate all

of North and South America

without an icebreaker. In 2000

he retraced the legendary

Shackleton expedition in a

historically accurate replica of

the "James Caird" lifeboat, sailed

through the famous Northeast Passage on his

fourth attempt in 2002, and crossed the Northwest

Passage for the second time between 2003 and

2004. In 2006 he traveled around Ellesmere Island,

the tenth largest island in the world, by dogsled

and on skis. All this is impressive enough. But in

1989 he made history: in temperatures as low

as –52 °C, his eight-member expedition team

Arved Fuchs is the most famous adventurer in Germany. At least, this is how the native of Schleswig-

Holstein (state of Germany) is frequently described in the media. This is all the more surprising because

two elements of the statement are not quite correct. Indisputably, Arved Fuchs is well-known. However,

this is an understatement to say the least, as the resident of Bad Bramstedt has a firm place in the history

of the world's polar explorers. Furthermore, the professional designation he considers appropriate

sounds considerably more prosaic. He sees himself as an expedition leader who gives lectures and

works as a writer, journalist and film-maker.

The U2 in the realm of eternal ice

ARVED FUCHS

Arved Fuchs: Polar explorer, expedition leader, journalist and film-maker.

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struggled across 1000 kilometers in 56 days to

the North Pole. In the same year he reached the

South Pole with Reinhold Messner as well. He was

thus the first German to reach both poles – and

the first person to do it on skis. Thirty years of

cracking glaciers, glittering icebergs, inhuman

cold. It seems that Arved Fuchs can't tear himself

away from the eternal ice. Whether with sled

dogs, on skis, on foot or by boat, for him it's always

a "journey to the kingdom of the senses", as he

explained in an interview. "In the silence there you

can truly hear nature, hear the wind, your sense of

smell is intensified, you see things differently and

more intensely. For me it's an incredibly beautiful

landscape." At the same time these expeditions

are the fulfillment of a childhood dream. Even as

a small boy, he was spellbound by the fascinating

stories of famous polar explorers and learned the

legends of the North. "Our family read a lot, and

the bookshelves were full of books and reports on

Nansen, James Cook, Magellan and many others.

In 1996 the "Dagmar Aaen" became the first sailing ship to circumnavigate North and South America without an icebreaker.

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I found it absolutely fascinating. I also loved

outdoor sports such as hiking, riding, sailing and

skiing, and foreign cultures and new situations

were always exciting." He began organizing his

first expeditions during his training as a seaman

in the merchant marine. He abandoned his

studies in marine engineering to fulfill his dream of

becoming an expedition leader.

With regard to carrying out these expeditions,

Arved Fuchs sees himself as a meticulous

craftsman. He believes that expedition

management is a profession that can be learned.

Fuchs is very team-oriented in his work, with a

strong sense of responsibility. To him, adventures

are creative moments in the mind. They give him

the freedom to think outside the box. His objective

is not success at any price. He is convinced

that no expedition is worth a human life. His

undertakings are always precisely planned down

to the tiniest detail. What's important is to achieve

control of the calculable risks – precisely because

unforeseeable risks are always present.

The equipment is part of the meticulous preparation.

When it comes to time measurement, this

connoisseur of mechanical watches has relied on

the U2 since June 2007. He particularly values the

uncompromising durability of this diving watch. For

instance, despite everything his watch has been

through, there are no scratches on the crystal

or the case. In his opinion, the U2 is better than

watches made by other manufacturers with regard

to suitability for everyday use. "On my expeditions

I can't worry about handling a

watch carefully. I don't need a

piece of pretty jewelry. I need

reliable equipment – a watch

that works perfectly under

water, on land and in sub-zero

temperatures, and that I can

rely on one hundred percent,

that gives me the exact time

under any circumstances and all

climatic conditions. And I have

all that with the U2", says Arved

Fuchs, impressed by the reliable

mechanics. Even under the toughest climatic conditions, Arved Fuchs swears by the reliability and suitability of the U2 for everyday use.

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In addition to the durability of the watch, there are

particular technologies he favors. For instance,

the U2 has a second time zone, which becomes

crucially important in regions where daylight lasts

24 hours. It 's clear that precise time measurement

is required for reliable navigation – and the U2

plays a crucial role in this despite state-of-the-art

satellite technology. "Other watches keep

accurate time, too. But what distinguishes the

U2 is the perfect combination of various special

features and technologies." Naturally, as a seaman

he is familiar with Germanischer Lloyd and its

high quality standards. He knows that SINN has

its diving watches tested and certified there. This

plays a major role in his decision of which watch

to purchase. "This goes beyond run-of-the-mill

marketing. With this certification, SINN has

undertaken to document the high-performance

functionality of its watches on a voluntary basis. To

me that is a true sign of quality."

For Arved Fuchs, expeditions are "journeys in the kingdom of the senses" and the fulfillment of a childhood dream.

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The U2 in use in harsh climatic conditions

TIM THOMPSON

"Good Day Mr. Schmidt,

we are a strange lot here. We are an outdoor

bunch and don't usually sit inside during the winter

months. Winter here can be 5 months long with

snow cover sometimes exceeding that. So, we

ski, snowmobile and ice-fish and once a year in

Cochrane, we go polar-dipping.

Except for skiing, I'm active in the above mentioned

winter activities and usually like to wear my watch

on the outside of my glove. The problem is that I

had not encountered a watch that could operate

at these temperatures and/or handle being directly

exposed to these environmental conditions

for extended periods. Either they would slow down,

stop or fog up, or all the above. Quartz would just

stop completely.

The info you provided on the technical and

operational aspects of your new U2 just blew me

away. Could this be the watch I was looking for?

I waited impatiently for a few months and then took

possession of my new U2 on Dec 31, 2005. I was

completely taken with the build quality and attention

to detail. The whole package just screamed German

engineering. I had never seen anything like it. It was

so over the top, I couldn't find the words to describe

The best stories are drawn from everyday life – for instance, that of Canadian Tim Thompson. He lives in the

northeastern part of Ontario in the Timmins region, where the climatic conditions are very harsh. The area

is known for extreme temperature fluctuations: in summer the mercury rises up to 40 °C, dropping down

to –50 °C in winter. But this story is particularly interesting because Tim Thompson has been the proud

possessor of the U2 diving watch made by Sinn Spezialuhren zu Frankfurt am Main since December 2005.

Tim Thompson proudly shows off his much-loved U2.

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it. I had to make up my own word "testostoronial". It

was very substantial, very foreboding, a huge chunk

of metal filled with interesting innovations.

Over the course of the winter, I ended up wearing it

on the outside of my gloves while cleaning out the

driveway in vicious storm after vicious storm.It never

stopped, never fogged, never lost time. It looked like

it was the real deal. I then tested it further to reassure

myself that this watch would never let me down. I

left it outside in –30's temps for the entire night and

then brought it in and immersed it immediately in

super hot water in my sink. Throughout the whole

test, it never slowed, stopped or fogged. Absolutely

unbelievable.

It's been on my glove while ice-fishing, blowing the

driveway with my snowblower and other winter

activities. It's seen blizzards, rainstorms, extreme cold

and summer temperatures of +38 celsius and long

exposures to these temps.

I have not made any arrangements to safeguard it

from the dangers of daily wear. It's been everywhere

I have been and seen every kind of abuse you

could imagine in daily life, and my daily life is more

abusive to a watch than most others. I swam with it

and wore it on my wrist as I put new dock posts in,

in filthy murky waters, It's seen salt from the road salt

we deposit in winter to melt the ice. I have whacked

it super hard when I took a serious fall on the ice. It

nailed the ice, directly, at breakneck speed. I wore

it while gathering maple syrup during the spring

syrup season and while operating my Huskvarna

chainsaw. Through all of this, there is no damage, no

denting, no gouging, no scraping and no scratches,

not even scratches which could not hide from my

15X loupe. Its crystal is unblemished. The outer a/r

coating is perfect. The ETA movement is still keeping

to its initial +3.5 to 5 sec./day accuracy. I cannot find

any imperfections with my U2 after 20 months of

extreme abuse.

Mr. Schmidt, I feel that you made this watch

specifically for me and I would like to take this

opportunity to thank you for all of your efforts and

for developing the innovations which I find are not

just a marketing thing but actual real and practical

applications to make my watch survive what I

have exposed it to. My only regret was that you did

not have this available when I was mining gold

underground. It would have been the only watch

which could have survived 15 years in the harshest

environment on earth. I would have proudly wore

it to the depths if it had existed when I mined. Every

scratch and scrape, a battlescar to be shown with

pride."

Tim Thompson's testimonial provides impressive proof that SINN watches function perfectly even under extreme conditions. It just goes to show that mechanical watches are the most reliable – especially when they enjoy the added protection provided by innovative SINN technologies. While normal signs of wear and tear are inevitable, you can keep them to a minimum by not subjecting your watch to unnecessary stress and strain. Unless of course you happen to live in Canada or another locale with a comparable climate, where exposure to extreme conditions is unavoidable.

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Located at the southern tip of South America,

Patagonia has two very different topographies.

Western Patagonia, which belongs to Chile,

is a mountainous area of stone and ice, with

innumerable fjords and Pacific islands. The

spectacular peaks of the Andes command respect

as they tower in the sometimes gray, sometimes

blue sky. The landscape seems surreal, bizarre,

mysterious. Eastern Patagonia is larger and belongs

to Argentina. "You will find nothing there. There is

nothing in Patagonia.", the Argentine poet Jorge

Luis Borges wrote of this tranquil, largely deserted

place. What Borges meant with "nothing" is the

sheer vastness, the seemingly endless space, the

unceasing wind. The explorer Ferdinand Magellan

went ashore in Santa Cruz, as the east coast is

called, in 1520, and it was he who gave the region

the name "Patagonia". Because of their size, he

called the native Tehuelche Indians "patagones", a

reference to a giant named Patagón in a chivalrous

novel popular at the time.

The wild and breathtakingly beautiful region of

Patagonia has become home to Christian Moser,

a native of Austria who emigrated to Chile in the

year 2000. Stretching 4000 kilometers along the

west coast of South America, Chile has several very

diverse climatic zones.

Moser, who claims to have an "adventurer

gene", lives in Puerto Natales. The city with 19,000

inhabitants serves as the base camp for excursions

into the famous Torres del Paine National Park and

for tours of Patagonia. The fact that the next closest

town is 250 kilometers away gives an indication of

how vast and remote this part of the world is.

Moser joined the Austrian military when he was 19

and received special training as a paratrooper. One

of his missions took him to Cyprus, where he served

for ten months in 1990-91 as a member of the UN

Rapid Reaction Force. After undergoing additional

training programs including survival training, and

after visiting many other countries, he came to

Chile to work as a free-lance trekking and mountain

guide. Of course, his passion for modern hiking and

mountain climbing was instilled in his home country

and honed through his military training. The decision

to move to Chile was of his own volition. He had

always had a fondness for South America, and the

mountains, glaciers, lakes and forests of Patagonia

convinced him to stay there.

"There is a place where you feel like if you were any closer to your Creator, you could shake hands."

This is the poetic claim Chile uses to attract tourists to Patagonia, and it aptly describes the beauty

and grandeur of the region. Patagonia is definitely off the beaten track – indeed, for many it is the very

epitome of remoteness and adventure. Perhaps that is why this part of the world, for which there are no

fixed geographic boundaries, seems so magical and irresistible.

The 757 DIAPAL proves a reliable companion in Patagonia

CHRISTIAN MOSER

Christian Moser: Organizer and leader of trekking and mountain-climbing tours.

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For nearly ten years now, Moser has been organizing

and leading trekking and mountain-climbing

tours for adventurous Europeans. The tours are

very challenging, both physically and mentally,

for their participants. Not only do they have to

deal with boulders and heaps of rubble, they

sometimes also have to get up in the middle of

the night to go mountain climbing. There are also

extreme temperature fluctuations, particularly in

northern Chile, along with steady winds of up to

140 kilometers per hour, paired with high-altitude

sandstorms in the mountains. At elevations of

more than 5500 meters, the air is thin: venturesome

mountaineers have only 50 percent as much oxygen

as they are normally accustomed to.

"For our mountain expeditions, optimal

acclimatization and the use of state-of-the-art

equipment are a matter of course," Moser says on

his website, www.moseractive.cl. And of course, that

state-of-the-art equipment also includes his watch.

His constant companion since September 2009 is

the 757 DIAPAL model. Because he wears it over his

sleeve, it is exposed to extreme weather conditions.

A long-time fan of mechanical watches, Moser has

been interested in robust timepieces he can rely on

100 percent since his days as a paratrooper. And

he knows he can count on his 757 DIAPAL. His tours

last several days and are organized with military

precision. A reliable watch is indispensable for

adhering to the strict schedule. "Because we often

have to climb mountains in the middle of the night,

it's essential for me to have a watch I can read easily

in the dark. So the large luminous triangle on the

bezel of the 757 is very helpful to me," Moser says.

And the TEGIMENT and DIAPAL Technologies have

also proven themselves under the extremely difficult

day-to-day conditions in Patagonia. "I'm extremely

satisfied with my watch. It is perfect for tours in the

wilderness, because in spite of the cold, the rocky

boulders and the sand, it shows hardly any signs of

wear and tear, and still runs perfectly. It's resistant

to abrasions, and it's designed to be extremely

functional, with no superfluous frills. And although it

may look a little clunky, it feels good on my arm."

Moser offers an extreme example to demonstrate

that the 757 DIAPAL leaves absolutely nothing to

be desired in terms of precision, functionality and

freedom from fogging: "Once I left the watch out in

the cold overnight. It was 25 degrees below zero, at

an altitude of 4300 meters. Early the next morning I

lowered on a rope into a geyser that was about 50

degrees hot. Even after this extreme temperature

difference, the watch still worked. And thanks to

its dehumidifying technology, it didn't even fog

up." No wonder Christian Moser considers the 757

DIAPAL the best there is, thanks to its technological

superiority and "quality based on years of

experience."

Patagonia – A beautiful landscape where Mother Nature shows her wild side.

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Watch Article no. Catalogue page Caliber Movement

winding

Case material Crystal Case back Pressure

resistance

(bar/m)

Diameter

of case

(mm)

Watch

thickness

(mm)

Band lug

width

(mm)

SINN technologies/Special features Upgrade and retrofit options

103 St 103.031 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic Solid 20/200 41 15.5 20 Sapphire crystal glass, Sapphire crystal glass back

103 St Ty 103.050 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic Solid 20/200 40 15.5 20 Sapphire crystal glass, Sapphire crystal glass back

103 St Sa 103.061 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 17 20 optional, solid back

103 St Sa Ar UTC 103.069 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 17 20 / 2 TZ Solid back

103 St DIAPAL 103.0616 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 17 20 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C / 2 TZ Solid back

103 Ti Ar 103.071 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 17 20 Solid back

103 Ti Ar UTC 103.074 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 17 20 / 2 TZ Solid back

103 Ti DIAPAL 103.078 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 17 20 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C / 2 TZ Solid back

103 A Sa 103.060 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 17 20 optional, solid back

142 St II 142.050 52-53 Dubois-Dépraz 2070 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 15 22

142 St II GZ 142.051 52-53 Dubois-Dépraz 2070 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 15 22

144 St Sa 144.066 54-55 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 1) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 14.5 20 optional, solid back

144 Ti 144.074 54-55 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 1) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 14.5 20 optional

144 Ti DIAPAL 144.078 54-55 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 1) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 14.5 20 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C / 2 TZ

356 PILOT 356.020 56-57 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic Solid 10/100 38.5 15.5 20 Sapphire crystal glass, Sapphire crystal glass back

356 PILOT UTC 356.025 56-57 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic Solid 10/100 38.5 15.5 20 / 2 TZ Sapphire crystal glass, Sapphire crystal glass back

356 PILOT II 356.031 56-57 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic Solid 10/100 38.5 15.5 20 Sapphire crystal glass, Sapphire crystal glass back

356 Sa PILOT 356.070 56-57 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20

356 Sa PILOT UTC 356.071 56-57 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20 / 2 TZ

356 Sa PILOT II 356.072 56-57 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20

356 Sa GR 356.077 56-57 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20

358 Anniversary 358.050 58-59 SZ 05 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 42 15,5 22

556 I 556.010 60-61 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 38.5 10 20

656 656.010 62-63 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 38.5 10 20

656 S 656.020 62-63 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel BCP Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 38.5 10 20

657 657.010 62-63 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 41 12 20

756 756.010 64-65 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 40 14 20 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

756 UTC 756.011 64-65 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 40 14 20 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

756 S 756.020 64-65 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 40 14 20 BHC / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

756 S UTC 756.021 64-65 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 40 14 20 BHC / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

756 DIAPAL 756.030 64-65 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 40 14 20 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

757 757.010 66-67 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 15 22 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

757 UTC 757.011 66-67 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 15 22 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

757 S 757.020 66-67 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 15 22 BHC / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

757 S UTC 757.021 66-67 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 15 22 BHC / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

757 DIAPAL 757.030 66-67 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 15 22 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

856 UTC 856.010 68-69 ETA 2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 40 11 20 / 2TZ

856 S UTC 856.020 68-69 ETA 2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 40 11 20 BHC / 2TZ

857 UTC 857.010 70-71 ETA 2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 12 22 / 2TZ

857 S UTC 857.020 70-71 ETA-2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 12 22 BHC / 2TZ

Instrument Watches and Chronographs

Technical Specifications

All watches are shock-resistant as specified by DIN 8308, anti-magnetic as per DIN 8309 and water-resistant , in compliance with DIN 8310. All movements are fitted with a second stop function (except 6100 REGULATEUR Classic B/4N).

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Watch Article no. Catalogue page Caliber Movement

winding

Case material Crystal Case back Pressure

resistance

(bar/m)

Diameter

of case

(mm)

Watch

thickness

(mm)

Band lug

width

(mm)

SINN technologies/Special features Upgrade and retrofit options

103 St 103.031 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic Solid 20/200 41 15.5 20 Sapphire crystal glass, Sapphire crystal glass back

103 St Ty 103.050 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic Solid 20/200 40 15.5 20 Sapphire crystal glass, Sapphire crystal glass back

103 St Sa 103.061 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 17 20 optional, solid back

103 St Sa Ar UTC 103.069 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 17 20 / 2 TZ Solid back

103 St DIAPAL 103.0616 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 17 20 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C / 2 TZ Solid back

103 Ti Ar 103.071 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 17 20 Solid back

103 Ti Ar UTC 103.074 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 17 20 / 2 TZ Solid back

103 Ti DIAPAL 103.078 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 17 20 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C / 2 TZ Solid back

103 A Sa 103.060 50-51 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 17 20 optional, solid back

142 St II 142.050 52-53 Dubois-Dépraz 2070 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 15 22

142 St II GZ 142.051 52-53 Dubois-Dépraz 2070 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 15 22

144 St Sa 144.066 54-55 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 1) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 14.5 20 optional, solid back

144 Ti 144.074 54-55 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 1) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 14.5 20 optional

144 Ti DIAPAL 144.078 54-55 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 1) Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 14.5 20 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C / 2 TZ

356 PILOT 356.020 56-57 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic Solid 10/100 38.5 15.5 20 Sapphire crystal glass, Sapphire crystal glass back

356 PILOT UTC 356.025 56-57 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic Solid 10/100 38.5 15.5 20 / 2 TZ Sapphire crystal glass, Sapphire crystal glass back

356 PILOT II 356.031 56-57 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic Solid 10/100 38.5 15.5 20 Sapphire crystal glass, Sapphire crystal glass back

356 Sa PILOT 356.070 56-57 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20

356 Sa PILOT UTC 356.071 56-57 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20 / 2 TZ

356 Sa PILOT II 356.072 56-57 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20

356 Sa GR 356.077 56-57 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20

358 Anniversary 358.050 58-59 SZ 05 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 42 15,5 22

556 I 556.010 60-61 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 38.5 10 20

656 656.010 62-63 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 38.5 10 20

656 S 656.020 62-63 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel BCP Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 38.5 10 20

657 657.010 62-63 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 41 12 20

756 756.010 64-65 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 40 14 20 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

756 UTC 756.011 64-65 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 40 14 20 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

756 S 756.020 64-65 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 40 14 20 BHC / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

756 S UTC 756.021 64-65 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 40 14 20 BHC / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

756 DIAPAL 756.030 64-65 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 40 14 20 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

757 757.010 66-67 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 15 22 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

757 UTC 757.011 66-67 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 15 22 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

757 S 757.020 66-67 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 15 22 BHC / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

757 S UTC 757.021 66-67 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 15 22 BHC / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

757 DIAPAL 757.030 66-67 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 15 22 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

856 UTC 856.010 68-69 ETA 2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 40 11 20 / 2TZ

856 S UTC 856.020 68-69 ETA 2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 40 11 20 BHC / 2TZ

857 UTC 857.010 70-71 ETA 2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 12 22 / 2TZ

857 S UTC 857.020 70-71 ETA-2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 12 22 BHC / 2TZ

1) Crystal with anti-reflective coating on the inside 2) Crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides

= Dehumidifying Technology = case with TEGIMENT Technology = Magnetic Field Protection up to 80,00 A/m

BCP = case with black crome-plated BHC = case with Black Hard Coating2 TZ = second time zone

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SINN technologies/Special features Upgrade and retrofit options

U1000 (EZM 6) 1011.010 86-87 SZ 02 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 100/1000 44 18 22 Captive safety bezel / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

U1000 S (EZM 6) 1011.020 86-87 SZ 02 Automatic German submarine steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 100/1000 44 18 22 BHC Captive safety bezel / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

U1000 SDR (EZM 6) 1011.030 86-87 SZ 02 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 100/1000 44 18 22 Captive safety bezel / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

U1 1010.010 88-89 ETA 2824-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 100/1000 44 14.3 22

U1 SDR 1010.040 88-89 ETA 2824-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 100/1000 44 14.3 22

U2 (EZM 5) 1020.010 90-91 ETA 2893-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 200/2000 44 15.5 22 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C, 2TZ

U2 S (EZM 5) 1020.020 90-91 ETA 2893-2 Automatic German submarine steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 200/2000 44 15.5 22 BHC / – 45 °C up to +80 °C, 2TZ

U2 SDR (EZM 5) 1020.040 90-91 ETA 2893-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 200/2000 44 15.5 22 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C, 2TZ

U200 (EZM 8) 1012.010 92-93 ETA 2824-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 200/2000 37 14.5 18 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

U200 SDR (EZM 8) 1012.030 92-93 ETA 2824-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 200/2000 37 14.5 18 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

UX (EZM 2B) 403.030 94-95 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

UX GSG 9 (EZM 2B) 403.031 94-95 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

UX S (EZM 2B) 403.060 94-95 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 BHC HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

UX S GSG 9 (EZM 2B) 403.062 94-95 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 BHC HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

UX SDR (EZM 2B) 403.050 94-95 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

UX SDR GSG 9 (EZM 2B) 403.051 94-95 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

EZM 3 603.010 96-97 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 50/500 40 13 20 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

203 St 203.010 98-99 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 30/300 41 16 20 optional, Sapphire crystal glass back

203 ARKTIS 203.013 98-99 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 30/300 41 16 20 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C Sapphire crystal glass back

EZM 7 857.030 100-103 ETA 2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 12 22 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C, 2TZ

Diving Watches and Mission Timers

Technical Specifications

Watch Article no. Catalogue page Caliber Movement

winding

Case material Crystal Case back Pressure

resistance

(bar/m)

Diameter

of case

(mm)

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(mm)

Band lug

width

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SINN technologies/Special features Upgrade and retrofit options

900 900.010 72-73 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 44 15.5 22 / 2TZ

900 PILOT 900.011 72-73 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 44 15.5 22 / 2TZ

900 PILOT S 900.020 72-73 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 44 15.5 22 BHC / 2TZ

902 902.010 74-75 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 34.4 x 32.8 12 Special / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

903 St 903.040 76-77 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 41 14.5 22

903 St Black 903.041 76-77 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 41 14.5 22

903 St Silver 903.042 76-77 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 41 14.5 22

903 H4 903.080 76-77 Lemania 1883 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 41 13.2 22

917 GR 917.010 78-79 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 15.5 22

917 917.011 78-79 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 15.5 22

956 956.010 78-79 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 41.5 15 22

956 Classic 956.012 78-79 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 41.5 15 22

Dashboard clock 4.917 80-83 Unitas 6497-1 Manual Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 58 25 - / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

Dashboard chronograph 4.917 80-83 Hanhart 126 Flyback Manual Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 58 25 - / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

Instrument Watches and Chronographs

All diving models meet the technical requirements specified in the diving equipment standard DIN 8306.The U models and the EZM 3 are certified by Germanischer Lloyd Hamburg according to the European standard for diving equipement.

All watches are shock-resistant as specified by DIN 8308, anti-magnetic as per DIN 8309 and water-resistant , in compliance with DIN 8310. All movements are fitted with a second stop function (except 6100 REGULATEUR Classic B/4N).

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width

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SINN technologies/Special features Upgrade and retrofit options

U1000 (EZM 6) 1011.010 86-87 SZ 02 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 100/1000 44 18 22 Captive safety bezel / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

U1000 S (EZM 6) 1011.020 86-87 SZ 02 Automatic German submarine steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 100/1000 44 18 22 BHC Captive safety bezel / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

U1000 SDR (EZM 6) 1011.030 86-87 SZ 02 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 100/1000 44 18 22 Captive safety bezel / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

U1 1010.010 88-89 ETA 2824-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 100/1000 44 14.3 22

U1 SDR 1010.040 88-89 ETA 2824-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 100/1000 44 14.3 22

U2 (EZM 5) 1020.010 90-91 ETA 2893-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 200/2000 44 15.5 22 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C, 2TZ

U2 S (EZM 5) 1020.020 90-91 ETA 2893-2 Automatic German submarine steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 200/2000 44 15.5 22 BHC / – 45 °C up to +80 °C, 2TZ

U2 SDR (EZM 5) 1020.040 90-91 ETA 2893-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 200/2000 44 15.5 22 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C, 2TZ

U200 (EZM 8) 1012.010 92-93 ETA 2824-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 200/2000 37 14.5 18 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

U200 SDR (EZM 8) 1012.030 92-93 ETA 2824-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 200/2000 37 14.5 18 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

UX (EZM 2B) 403.030 94-95 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

UX GSG 9 (EZM 2B) 403.031 94-95 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

UX S (EZM 2B) 403.060 94-95 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 BHC HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

UX S GSG 9 (EZM 2B) 403.062 94-95 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 BHC HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

UX SDR (EZM 2B) 403.050 94-95 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

UX SDR GSG 9 (EZM 2B) 403.051 94-95 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel Sapphire 2) Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

EZM 3 603.010 96-97 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 50/500 40 13 20 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

203 St 203.010 98-99 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 30/300 41 16 20 optional, Sapphire crystal glass back

203 ARKTIS 203.013 98-99 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 30/300 41 16 20 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C Sapphire crystal glass back

EZM 7 857.030 100-103 ETA 2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 43 12 22 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C, 2TZ

Watch Article no. Catalogue page Caliber Movement

winding

Case material Crystal Case back Pressure

resistance

(bar/m)

Diameter

of case

(mm)

Watch

thickness

(mm)

Band lug

width

(mm)

SINN technologies/Special features Upgrade and retrofit options

900 900.010 72-73 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 44 15.5 22 / 2TZ

900 PILOT 900.011 72-73 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 44 15.5 22 / 2TZ

900 PILOT S 900.020 72-73 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel BHC Sapphire 2) Solid 20/200 44 15.5 22 BHC / 2TZ

902 902.010 74-75 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 34.4 x 32.8 12 Special / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

903 St 903.040 76-77 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 41 14.5 22

903 St Black 903.041 76-77 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 41 14.5 22

903 St Silver 903.042 76-77 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 41 14.5 22

903 H4 903.080 76-77 Lemania 1883 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 41 13.2 22

917 GR 917.010 78-79 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 15.5 22

917 917.011 78-79 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 15.5 22

956 956.010 78-79 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 41.5 15 22

956 Classic 956.012 78-79 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 41.5 15 22

Dashboard clock 4.917 80-83 Unitas 6497-1 Manual Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 58 25 - / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

Dashboard chronograph 4.917 80-83 Hanhart 126 Flyback Manual Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 58 25 - / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

1) Crystal with anti-reflective coating on the inside 2) Crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides

= Dehumidifying Technology = case with TEGIMENT Technology = Magnetic Field Protection up to 80,00 A/m

BCP = case with black crome-plated BHC = case with Black Hard Coating2 TZ = second time zone

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SINN technologies/ Special features

1736 Classic 1736.010 106-107 ETA 2892-A2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 36 9 19

1746 Classic 1746.011 106-107 ETA 2892-A2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 42 9.5 22

1746 Porcelain 1746.010 106-107 ETA 2892-A2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 42 9.5 22

6000 Rose Gold 6000.040 108-109 Valjoux 7750 Automatic 18-carat rose gold Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 16.5 20 DIAPAL / 3 TZ

6000 Platinum 6000.050 108-109 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Platinum 950/1000 Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 16.5 20 DIAPAL / 3 TZ

6000 6000.010 108-109 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 16.5 20 / 3 TZ

6030 6030.010 108-109 ETA 2094 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 34 11.2 18 / 2 TZ

6033 6033.010 110-111 ETA 2892-A2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 34 10.3 18 / 2 TZ

6036 6036.010 110-111 ETA 2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 34 10.8 18 / 3 TZ

6060 6060.010 110-111 ETA 2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 12 20 / 3 TZ

6066 6066.010 110-111 AS 5008 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20 / 3 TZ

6100 REGULATEUR Rose Gold 6100.021 112-113 SZ 04 Manual 18-carat rose gold Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

6100 REGULATEUR Classic B 6100.010 112-113 SZ 04 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

6100 REGULATEUR Classic 4N 6100.011 112-113 SZ 04 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

6100 REGULATEUR Technik 6100.015 112-113 SZ 04 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

6110 Rose Gold S 6110.020 114-115 Unitas 6498-1 Manual 18-carat rose gold Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

6110 Classic B 6110.010 114-115 Unitas 6498-1 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

6110 Classic 4N 6110.011 114-115 Unitas 6498-1 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

Technical Specifications

Ladies' watches

Watch Article no. Catalogue page Caliber Movement

winding

Case material Crystal Case back Pressure

resistance

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Diameter

of case

(mm)

Watch

thickness

(mm)

Band lug

width

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456 St Mother-of-pearl W 456.015 116 ETA 2671 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 28 9 14

243 Ti S 243.010 118-119 ETA 2671 Automatic Titanium Grade 5 Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 22.5 x 29.5 9 14

243 Ti Mother-of-pearl W 243.011 118-119 ETA 2671 Automatic Titanium Grade 5 Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 22.5 x 29.5 9 14

243 Ti K 243.012 118-119 ETA 2671 Automatic Titanium Grade 5 Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 22.5 x 29.5 9 14

243 Ti M 243.013 118-119 ETA 2671 Automatic Titanium Grade 5 Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 22.5 x 29.5 9 14

243 TW66 WG S 243.050 118-119 ETA 2671 Automatic Titanium Grade 5 Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 22.5 x 29.5 9 14

456 St GG A 456.021 120-121 ETA 2671 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 28 9 14

456 TW 12 456.027 120-121 ETA 2671 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 28 9 14

456 TW70 GG 456.040 120-121 ETA 2678 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 28 9 14

456 TW70 WG 456.030 120-121 ETA 2678 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 28 9 14

Classic Masterpieces

All watches are shock-resistant as specified by DIN 8308, anti-magnetic as per DIN 8309 and water-resistant , in compliance with DIN 8310. All movements are fitted with a second stop function (except 6100 REGULATEUR Classic B/4N).

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width

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SINN technologies/ Special features

1736 Classic 1736.010 106-107 ETA 2892-A2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 36 9 19

1746 Classic 1746.011 106-107 ETA 2892-A2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 42 9.5 22

1746 Porcelain 1746.010 106-107 ETA 2892-A2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 42 9.5 22

6000 Rose Gold 6000.040 108-109 Valjoux 7750 Automatic 18-carat rose gold Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 16.5 20 DIAPAL / 3 TZ

6000 Platinum 6000.050 108-109 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Platinum 950/1000 Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 16.5 20 DIAPAL / 3 TZ

6000 6000.010 108-109 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 16.5 20 / 3 TZ

6030 6030.010 108-109 ETA 2094 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 34 11.2 18 / 2 TZ

6033 6033.010 110-111 ETA 2892-A2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 34 10.3 18 / 2 TZ

6036 6036.010 110-111 ETA 2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 34 10.8 18 / 3 TZ

6060 6060.010 110-111 ETA 2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 12 20 / 3 TZ

6066 6066.010 110-111 AS 5008 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20 / 3 TZ

6100 REGULATEUR Rose Gold 6100.021 112-113 SZ 04 Manual 18-carat rose gold Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

6100 REGULATEUR Classic B 6100.010 112-113 SZ 04 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

6100 REGULATEUR Classic 4N 6100.011 112-113 SZ 04 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

6100 REGULATEUR Technik 6100.015 112-113 SZ 04 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

6110 Rose Gold S 6110.020 114-115 Unitas 6498-1 Manual 18-carat rose gold Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

6110 Classic B 6110.010 114-115 Unitas 6498-1 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

6110 Classic 4N 6110.011 114-115 Unitas 6498-1 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

Watch Article no. Catalogue page Caliber Movement

winding

Case material Crystal Case back Pressure

resistance

(bar/m)

Diameter

of case

(mm)

Watch

thickness

(mm)

Band lug

width

(mm)

456 St Mother-of-pearl W 456.015 116 ETA 2671 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 28 9 14

243 Ti S 243.010 118-119 ETA 2671 Automatic Titanium Grade 5 Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 22.5 x 29.5 9 14

243 Ti Mother-of-pearl W 243.011 118-119 ETA 2671 Automatic Titanium Grade 5 Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 22.5 x 29.5 9 14

243 Ti K 243.012 118-119 ETA 2671 Automatic Titanium Grade 5 Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 22.5 x 29.5 9 14

243 Ti M 243.013 118-119 ETA 2671 Automatic Titanium Grade 5 Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 22.5 x 29.5 9 14

243 TW66 WG S 243.050 118-119 ETA 2671 Automatic Titanium Grade 5 Sapphire 2) Solid 10/100 22.5 x 29.5 9 14

456 St GG A 456.021 120-121 ETA 2671 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 28 9 14

456 TW 12 456.027 120-121 ETA 2671 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 28 9 14

456 TW70 GG 456.040 120-121 ETA 2678 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 28 9 14

456 TW70 WG 456.030 120-121 ETA 2678 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2) Sapphire 1) 20/200 28 9 14

1) Crystal with anti-reflective coating on the inside 2) Crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides

= Dehumidifying Technology = case with TEGIMENT Technology = Magnetic Field Protection up to 80,00 A/m

BCP = case with black crome-platedBHC = case with Black Hard Coating2 TZ = second time zone3 TZ = third time zone

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