Sinn EZM 7 S: New firefighter watch arrives in town!

The new Sinn firefighter EZM 7 S watch has just arrived in Singapore!  

With the fortitude to brave through challenging environments, the EZM 7 S features a stainless steel case hardened using TEGIMENT Technology, making it especially scratch-resistant. Emboldened with the high-quality Black Hard Coating (PVD coating), this dramatically reduces wear and tear of the coloured coating on the case bezel.

For practical reasons rather than aesthetics, the colour-coded rotating bezel not merely adds a stunning contrast to the all-black case, but is a vital must-have trait. Each colour code represents a set of functions important to the firefighter during his mission.

A resilient fighter that emerges victorious in the toughest conditions. The EZM 7 S is the trusted timekeeping companion for adventurous trails and missions.

Available in a special limited edition of 300 units only.

For more information and full technical specs please here.


Visit your favourite The Hour Glass boutique or Watches of Switzerland boutique to have a close look at the brand new and fiery EZM 7 S!



  

Sinn Club Breaking News!

Launching the U1-D Mission Dune
The Hour Glass Special Edition

We are pleased to unveil to you here at Sinn Club, the first look at our latest and edgiest U1 to date – the U1-D,  a Special Ops Edition.  After a wait of 7 years since the last U1 project, The Hour Glass and Sinn have joined forces once again to create this highly anticipated 3rd installation of the U1 collectible series. 

Taking inspiration from military codes, the Sinn U1-D is dressed in sartorial ruggedness of a sand trooper warrior – featuring a matte grey dial, contrasted with charcoal indices and sand-beige detailing – a significant departure from the U1’s minimalist black tones. Paired with a distressed tan brown calf leather strap with white stitching, the U1-D also comes in Camo Zulu strap – the final touches to the guerrilla grunge style of the mission timer. 

 

Sinn U1 has come a long way from its birth as a cult status watch whispered about and shared only amongst sports watch connoisseurs; today, the U1 is an icon in its own rights, immediately recognisable on a wrist.  Boldly different and completely unexpected, the U1-D Mission Dune is conceived by and created for The Hour Glass, leading as a global unprecedented twist to this most iconic U1 series of Sinn.  

In a Special Edition to commemorate the 35^th anniversary of The Hour Glass, expect the U1-D stealth instrument to rise to the ranks of the still talked-about U-series from The Hour Glass hall of fame: U1-Tempus, U1-Black & Ultimate U – all of which are sold-out capsule collections.

 

The U1-D continues to be powered with the heavy duty proprietary technologies that Sinn is known for.  For more information and full technical specs, please click here.

Available in November, do visit your favourite The Hour Glass boutique to reserve your Sinn U1-D Special Ops Edition before they disappear like true stealth troopers. Click here for the boutique directory.

The Professional Pilot Watch - 857 UTC TESTAF LH Cargo

857 UTC TESTAF LH Cargo The Professional Pilot Watch Reaching to the skies – that is the mantra of Sinn’s newest pilot watch, the 857 UTC TESTAF LH Cargo. A special collaboration between Sinn and Lufthansa Cargo; the 857 UTC TESTAF LH Cargo is inspired by the Boeing 777F aircraft, making it the perfect high-performance time instrument because pilots need absolute reliability and the utmost precision – values which this watch possesses. This instrumental watch was tested and certified in accordance with the technical standard for pilot watches (Technischer Standard Fliegeruhren – TESTAF). This ensures that it is qualified for professional use as a pilot watch to the highest level.   In 2014, 777 units of the 857 UTC TESTAF LH Cargo are being produced, each with an engraved limited-edition number on the case back.  Limited edition of 777 units worldwide.     The pilot watch comes with a striking orange coloured  watch box – reminiscent of an aircraft toolbox  kit, replete with a Lufthansa Cargo aircraft model.                   Visit your favourite The Hour Glass boutique to have a close look at the 857 UTC TESTAF LH Cargo.  Click HERE for the boutique directory.  For the watch technical details, please view HERE.

New Arrivals!

                     
                       Model 104 St Sa | Model 857 UTC TESTAF | Model 6060 M

 

Who says three is a crowd when the latest Sinn new arrivals are finally in Singapore!

Making a stellar entrance is three stunning Sinn time instruments that will have watch enthusiasts be spoilt for choices. Consisting of a classic pilot watch, a professional aviation watch and a three time zone GMT dress watch – these timepieces inherit the familiar Sinn in-house technologies and ensure a high level of functionality and robustness.

One notable milestone of 2013 is the development of a first-ever technical standard for Sinn pilot watches: the TESTAF Certification – a seal of quality for select professional pilot watches that adhere to the strictest aviation test procedures and requirements.

To learn more about the technical details of the timepieces, please click on the respective model name:

Model 104 St Sa

Model 857 UTC TESTAF

 

Model 6060 M  (Limited Edition 150 pieces) 

 

 

 

 

 
If you are indeed intrigued by the new collections, simply visit your favourite The Hour Glass boutique to view the timepieces up-close.

 

 

Sinn 50th Anniversary Watch is Here!

Sinn celebrates its 50th Anniversary with the launch of the 358 Anniversary Limited Edition timepiece. Exclusive to only 500 pieces worldwide, making this timepiece a true collector’s item.

This limited edition features an exclusive charcoal grey dial showcasing the years 1961 – 2011, distinguishing it as the anniversary piece. The dial on this easy to read chronograph is also specially treated to offer protection against UV-induced discolouration. A dome sapphire crystal completes this distinguished timepiece with a robust design that makes this an everyday watch to wear.

To learn more about the 358 Anniversary timepiece, please visit the link below;
http://sinntimepieces.blogspot.com/2011/03/50th-anniversary-chronograph-model-358.html

The Hour Glass is pleased to announce the arrival of this much coveted timepiece now available in Singapore.

Hurry to your favourite The Hour Glass boutique now.

Sinn 50th Anniversary Catalogue is here!

(1961 - 2011)

All are welcome to visit your favourite The Hour Glass boutique to claim your copy.
Grab yours before they fly off the shelves!

INTRODUCING the latest member of the Sinn Diver Collection – U200 White

Many of you might have remembered the inaugural launch of the U1 White in 2009. The handsome immaculate piece in 44mm had had many fans transfixed by the sheer color of it- an anomaly from the usual black. And invariably, we did have our fair share of ladies and fans alike waiting in anticipation for the junior size to emerge. Sinn has heard you! At this year’s much touted Basel Fair, they unveiled the special edition of U200 in none other…than the much awaited WHITE! We are excited as much as you are, with this pristine and highly functional piece in finally, the junior size of 37mm! The U200 W is a knockout with its white dial set against a luminous, glossy black indices and hands.

The 2nd line-up in the mini-me version of the U Series, U200 White is an exclusive edition available for a limited period only. So hurry down to your favorite The Hour Glass boutiques to nail this neat piece now!

Place your order by 31 July 2011 or be in for a disappointment.

For more details on Sinn U200 W (EZM8), please click here.

World's first premieres in Singapore!

We are back!
Keep your eyes peeled for the newer and bolder of the U series- The Ultimate U.
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The Sinn signature U series like you’ve never seen before. Bigger, bolder, un-missable - The Hour Glass is honored to present the world premiere of the largest ever watch made by Sinn, created exclusively for The Hour Glass. Aptly named the “Ultimate U”, its grander size is encased in an imposing un-missable 47mm case, crafted from the same German U-boat submarine steel from which it derives its name. Following hot on the heels of two prior limited-editions for The Hour Glass – the “U Black” and the “Tempus U1”, the U Series legacy continues with the “Ultimate U”. Limited to only 200 pieces in total worldwide production.

A Wartime Odyssey
The limited-edition “Ultimate U” is shrouded with a rich and intriguing history.
The first German U-1 submarine was launched and commissioned into the Imperial Navy during World War I. A couple of decades later during World War II witnessed the introduction of the Monsun U-boats, a type IXD2 U-boat that were larger and more arresting than their predecessors. At more than 500 tons heavier and almost 10 meters longer than the other U-boats, these long range Monsun U-boats operated very successfully in the Indian Ocean and South African waters during World War II.

Singapore’s pivotal role in U-Boat history
A little known fact was Singapore’s role in the developmental history of the much feared German U-boats. One of the most decorated Monsun U-boats, the U-181, operated from Singapore as its key base and fought and ended its last days on the island of Singapore during World War II.

The “Ultimate U”, with its large casing diameter of 47mm, is a befitting creation, inspired by the original Monsun U-boat’s imposing size.

The ‘U Series’ Legacy ContinuesThe background and exceptionally sturdy case of the German submarine steel, unparalleled in its remarkable resistance to seawater and anti-magnetic quality, sets the inspiration and creation of the U Series. Exclusively for Sinn, the steel supplier of Howaldtswerke-Deutsche Werft and Nordseewerke Emden GmbH shipyards are supplying the watchmaker with smaller amounts of exactly the same steel of which the world’s most modern non-nuclear submarines are made – the new submarine class 212 of the German Navy. A technical marvel of unparalleled reliability, it can be tegimented especially well. The rotating bezel’s minute scale for dive time reading is milled directly into the steel to assure safety, legibility and accuracy. Tested by Germanischer Lloyd, the global authority in pressure testing of submarines, the Sinn U Series is the ultimate indispensable equipment for professionals and sports divers.

With key distinction in its new oversized case, with a larger crown, the “Ultimate U” has a special dial embossed with the outline of a submarine. Its date marker on the dial presents the 30th day in each month in white, as a distinction to The Hour Glass’ 30th anniversary this year. Its caseback is engraved with “The Hour Glass Limited 200”. Each watch is also accompanied by a certificate that is personally signed-off by Mr Lothar Schmidt, CEO of Sinn.





(Photos are courtesy of Mr Su Jiaxian)

The Sinn “Ultimate U” is exclusively available at The Hour Glass and retails at
S$7,300.

Please click here for Ultimate U's technical details

The New Limited Edition UX Sansibar

What is a Sansibar? For those who are hearing it here for the first time, Sansibar is the most famous restaurant situated on Sylt, a top notch island off the coast of Germany and Denmark, right by the North Sea. Sited on sand dunes and facing the coast, Sansibar greets its visitors that include German dignitaries, with a pirate flag and the ubiquitous crossed swords emblem. http://www.sansibar-sylt.de/

If you are curious about where Sylt is, or how to pronounce it (as we were), visit http://en.sylt.de/ to see why Sylt deserves to be crowned "Queen of the North Sea".

Mr Seckler, owner and founder of Sansibar Sylt, receiving the 1st ever UX Sansibar on 21 May 2009. With him is Mr Lothar Schmidt, CEO of Sinn.

While I may not have been to Sylt, or the North Sea for the matter, the Crossed Swords emblem on a UX is definitely covetable...there is something wickedly rakish about it, dont you think?

The UX Sansibar

Limited Edition of just 500 pieces

- Hand-made Sterling silver appliqués in the shape of crossed swords, branded with the logo of the Sansibar on the island of Sylt
- Case made of German submarine steel
- Captive diver’s bezel with TEGIMENT technology
- Reflection-free under water thanks to HYDRO technology, readable from any angle and completely free from fogging
- Temperature-stabilized chronometer quartz movement, functionally reliable at temperatures between –20 °C and +60 °C
- Movement pressure-resistant to 5000 meters, case tested to a diving depth of 12,000 meters, certified by Germanischer Lloyd, Hamburg
- Tested based on the European standards for diving equipment and certified by Germanischer Lloyd Hamburg

Please click here for more details.

The New Sinn U1 White

The Hour Glass & Sinn launched the limited edition Sinn U-Black last year. We know, we know, 399pcs worldwide only for such a gorgeous piece is bound to create some ownership rivalry, and a big pity for those who would have liked one but didn't manage to (I know that feeling, because I couldnt get my hands on a piece either.. .staff also have to queue). Floating around the blog-sphere are still many entries and photos from the U-Black party we hosted.

Well, we have some news: Anyone wants a WHITE to accompany their Black? In a move that may take some fans by surprise, the usually staid black Sinn has reinvented itself and come up with a bold white twin - Sinn U White! (Ok, the official name is U1 W).

Are you a Black or White? You decide.
Sinn U1 with All-Black Tegimented Case

- Submarine steel case with Tegiment technology and black hard coating
- Case back made of submarine steel, screwed-down with Tegiment technology and black hard coating
- Automatic winding
- 1000 meters water resistance
- Uni-directional ratchet operated rotating bezel
- Case diameter 44 mm
- Case thickness 14.35 mm
- Lug width 22mm
- White rubber with black folding clasp
- 2 years manufacturers limited warranty

There are no confirmed number of pieces yet, BUT we know the U1 W is VERY limited. As it is a Sinn worldwide edition and not solely for The Hour Glass (unlike U Black), we will have to fight tooth and nail with other countries to get as many pieces as we can for our dedicated SINNers.

We will be updating you as soon as we get more information.

Watch this space.

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