swdivad Posted November 17, 2006 Report Share Posted November 17, 2006 Well, the U1 I've always wanted just arrived today... Just as I thought, it's so ugly that it's beautiful... Also, being a Panerai addict, this is not too big AND not too small for me This came on a wonderful rubber strap... Very comfortable and extremely secure, excellent quality deployant and every bit the look and feel of German engineering. The steel used on the 'U' range is made fro German submarine steel, which is made by a special proprietary process that has not been duplicated anywhere... It is then put through what Sinn calls 'tegimenting' which is similar to shot-peening, which hardens the outside surface of the case to several times that of normal steel. There ain't no scratchin' this baby! Sinn is the epitome manufacturer of tool watches IMO, they churn out real workhorses at an amazing rate, for all types of situations and conditions; From diving very deep (this is rated at 100 bar) to hiking across the polar caps, Sinn has a watch for everything The dial is sharply printed, very legible, and crystal clear. The crystal is double AR coated and perfectly flat. I have to reiterate what others have said... If anyone is looking for a great genuine watch at a very good price, these can be had for about a thousand bucks, and well worth every cent, as some have mentioned on this forum and many others as well. There's several of these on this forum now I reckon this would find itself right at home on Nanuq's wrist, and I don't think it would even flinch being dropped off a cliff or driven over by a mere Land Rover!! Anyway, please enjoy some shots of this awesome newfound ultimate beater... a watch only a father could love Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted November 17, 2006 Report Share Posted November 17, 2006 Not seen one of these before. I kind of like it. It reminds me of a station clock (though station clocks are a bit smaller of course) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikellem Posted November 17, 2006 Report Share Posted November 17, 2006 Hey D, She's a beauty! I love mine also. Mine is also on my wrist today. The watch is incredably heavy! Sure feels like a German product. Reminds me of the quality of Leica cameras! Thanks for the pics!. -MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quarks Posted November 22, 2006 Report Share Posted November 22, 2006 Dave, you have sinned far too many times. No surprises there.. This watch has the looks. The clean lookin' dial makes this an awesome lookin' watch. Double AR, now that is a plus in my books...... Now should I get the regulator or should I pass? Decisions, decisions.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 Beautiful watch David.. and a real HARD watch to break Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2005SUBMARINER Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 looks great ! i never heard of that make but it looks awsome ! i think RIVER has a gen u1 for sale at $1,300 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mossanti Posted December 24, 2006 Report Share Posted December 24, 2006 WOW, where do you get this from ?? Its very hard for me to find it in DU, but you managed to get it..is it preorder from overseas ?? how much is it cost ?? usd / aud ?? damnn nice ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solicitor Posted December 24, 2006 Report Share Posted December 24, 2006 Beautiful watch! Sinn is definitely on my gen purchase list. This is my personal favorite: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lfovco Posted December 28, 2006 Report Share Posted December 28, 2006 Very Nice! I'm researhcing it right now. May make my list too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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