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The handy and informative 2010/2011 Sinn Catalogue is now available at your favourite
The Hour Glass boutiques.
Grab yours now before they fly off the shelves!
Monday, May 10, 2010
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
The latest Basel offering
So we got the exclusive Sinn Ultimate that got us intrigued with its interesting history followed by the highly anticipated U1 mini-me version (you asked. you got it!)
After the much touted annual Basel Fair where esteemed brands presented their novelties, ardent fans of the Sinn UXS Series would be glad to know that the famous German submarine steel encased watch now comes enveloped in a black hard coating and TEGIMENT technology that make it especially scratch-resistant. And thanks to its HYDRO technology, the oil-filled dial allows the watch to be read from every angle, even underwater, yet remaining fog-free.
Looking forward to your next dive expedition with this not-so-little accompaniment? I would be.
Available now at your favourite The Hour Glass boutiques.
Please click here for UX S techincal specs.
Friday, January 22, 2010
Sinn-fully neat and small – Introducing the Sinn U200
There was the Ultimate U in 47mm and now, there is the mini-me version of the U series, in....37mm! The Sinn U200, a smaller Sinn that possesses all the requisite qualities of a Sinn U without compromise, has finally been made by Sinn, due to the numerous requests they have received from different markets, since the runaway success of the first U series. So fans out there who have been eyeing that Sinn for the longest time but was detered by its size have really no excuse now from scoring one.Be it to fit your slim wrist, or to sit neater below your shirt cuff, or simply to buy a matching one for your beloved spouse or cute 6 year-old (or simply to get your wife to stop wearing your watch), there is a Sinn now for everyone. The discerning types as usual, of course.
Launched officially today in conjunction with the boot exhibition 2010 (www.boot.de) in Dusseldorf.
Remember, you heard it here first - so call your favourite The Hour Glass boutique now to place orders!
Watch this space - more details on availability and pricing coming soon!
Please click here for U 200 and U 200 SDR techical specs.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
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
Keep your eyes peeled for the newer and bolder of the U series- The Ultimate U.
>
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
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
The Hour Glass Celebrates 30 Years!
To thank you for supporting The Hour Glass through these 30 years of success, we are making a timely offer on ALL watch purchases from now till 15 December 2009. Own your dream watch now with our easy 30-month payment plan* – The Hour Glass will undertake to absorb the interest. So, for a significantly lower monthly repayment sum, owning that desired timepiece has never been easier.
*Applicable to participating banks: Citibank, DBS, OCBC and UOB credit cards only.
Other terms & conditions apply.
Available at:
ION Orchard Tel : 65-6509 9268 • Takashimaya S.C Tel : 65-6734 2420 • Tang Plaza Tel : 65-6235 7198 • Raffles Hotel Arcade Tel : 65-6334 3241 • Millenia Walk Tel : 65-6339 4870 • Lucky Plaza Tel : 65-6733 1262 • Orchard Central Tel : 65-6337 8309
Rolex Boutiques : ION Orchard Tel : 65-6509 9282 • Raffles Hotel Arcade Tel : 65-6334 3241
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Sinn Club Exclusive: Sinn celebrates Oktober Fest!
We love any excuse to celebrate - so Oktober Fest it shall be!
While we did think about offering our members copious amounts of german beer and get everyone jolly, we reckon there must be another way to prolong joyousness beyond just being nicely inebriated on too much beer... plus, minus the hangover. So, we have sent a lttle Oktober offering to your email address registered with us. Do check your emails!
While we did think about offering our members copious amounts of german beer and get everyone jolly, we reckon there must be another way to prolong joyousness beyond just being nicely inebriated on too much beer... plus, minus the hangover. So, we have sent a lttle Oktober offering to your email address registered with us. Do check your emails!
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
The Hamburg - Berlin Rallye 20.08.09 - 22.08.09
Fans of classic cars, this entry will "pop" your eyes. The month of August was yet another exciting month for Sinn with the Hamburg-Berlin Rallye - even more so in fact, as they got right into the heart of action - by racing in it!
An annual classic-car rallye (also known as "oldtimer" car race) that spans over 3 days and across 650km, the rallye starts in the seaport city of Hamburg on 20 Aug, ending in Berlin, the capital city of Germany on 23 Aug.
One of the drivers is a man who appreciates classic design and loves masterpieces of mechanical engineering: Lothar Schmidt, owner of SINN Spezialuhren in Frankfurt am Main.
Mr Lothar Schmidt, together with fellow colleague Mrs Simone Richter, gamely participated in this special "oldtimer-rallye" together with 186 other participants and their old and young-timer cars.
Check out the SINN-Team ride: A Mercedes-Benz 220 SEL/B Cabriolet (Classified: Oldtimer). (Some "old timer" - I will gladly trade in my cookie-cutter Jap car for some of that shiny chrome!)
Mrs. Richter was the Pilot of the car while Mr. Schmidt was the Co-Pilot. His role is to navigate, while abiding to the rules and tricks during the race, maintaing optimal speed and to manage all the chicanes and different challenges. After 3 zestful days, the SINN team came in at No.82 out of 186 challengers, a commendable result indeed!
The only tool Mr. Schmidt used for this race was the NEW RALLYE chronograph Model 917 GR, one of 3 new models that were specially launched during the car rallye.
Model 917 GR
Model 917
For more details of the watch please click here http://sinntimepieces.blogspot.com/2009/09/chronograph-watch-model-917.html
For more details of the watch please click here http://sinntimepieces.blogspot.com/2009/09/chronograph-watch-model-917.html
Dashboard clock 4.917 We leave you now to enjoy these delightful pictures of a very unique event held under beautiful skies, picturesque towns and gorgeous gorgeous classic cars.
Little fun facts about the rallye:
The three-day classic car rallye from Hamburg to Berlin in August 2008 was a spectacular success when it was introduced nearly a year ago. This year, the magazine AUTO BILD KLASSIK brought back the event – and succeeded in mobilizing more than 150 extravagant classic cars to participate.
AUTO BILD KLASSIK is a germany car magazine that is all about classic vintage automobiles that are older than 15 years old. As quoted from the magazine: “The young magazine for old cars”.
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