SINN Catalog English 2010 2011

The 2010/2011 Catalog

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Our customers trust the quality, reliability and proven performance

of our timepieces. They include people who have a high affi nity

for technology. They are fascinated, for example, by our solutions

for magnetic fi eld protection and scratch resistance. However, our

customers also include those who must be able to rely on their watch

completely, such as divers, pilots or elite special forces units like the

German GSG 9.

It 's functionality that counts. Therefore SINN watches include only

truly useful technological features and omit purely fashionable

gadgetry.

Thus we are always on the lookout for new technologies and mate-

rials. We often fi nd inspiration by looking beyond the usual sources.

We observe the developments in the sciences and other industries

and push the limits of what is physically possible time and again

in creating new watches. What's the most exciting thing about our

work? There are still many discoveries to be made!

We hope you enjoy reading our informative catalog!

Lothar Schmidt, CEO

Foreword


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Contents

4 – 5 SINN Spezialuhren zu Frankfurt am Main

6 – 15 SINN Technologies at a Glance

6 HYDRO

7 Temperature Resistance Technology

8 – 9 Ar-Dehumidifying Technology

10 DIAPAL

11 TEGIMENT and Black Hard Coating

12 – 13 Magnetic Field Protection

14 – 15 Captive Safety Bezel

16 – 43 Instrument Watches and Chronographs

18 – 19 Series 103

20 – 21 Series 142 St II

22 – 23 Series 144

24 – 25 Series 356

26 – 27 Model 556

28 – 29 Series 656

30 – 31 Series 756

32 – 33 Series 757

34 – 35 Series 856

36 – 37 Series 857

38 – 39 Series 900

40 – 41 Series 903

42 – 43 Series 917 and 956

44 – 47 Dashboard Clocks

48 – 61 Diving Watches and Mission Timers

50 – 51 Series U1000 (EZM 6)

52 – 53 Series U1

54 – 55 Series U2 (EZM 5)

56 – 57 Series U200 (EZM 8)

58 – 59 Series UX (EZM 2 B)

60 – 61 Model EZM 3

62 – 71 Classic Masterpieces

64 – 65 Model 1736 Classic and series 1746

66 – 67 Series 6000 and model 6030

68 – 69 Models 6033, 6036, 6060 and 6066

70 – 71 Series 6100 REGULATEUR

72 – 77 Ladies' Watches

74 – 75 Series 243 Ti

76 – 77 Series 456

78 – 95 Reports and Technical Specifications

80 – 83 Arved Fuchs: The U2 in the realm of eternal ice

84 Tim Thompson: The U2 in use in harsh climatic conditions

85 Ralf Niebergall: Aerobatic pilot relies on SINN Watches

86 – 87 Christian Moser: The 757 DIAPAL proves a reliable

companion in Patagonia

88 – 89 Germanischer Lloyd Certifies SINN Diving Watches

90 – 95 Technical Specifications


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Groundbreaking developments.

Designed for practical use.

The team of watchmakers,

designers and engineers at

SINN focuses on technological

innovations, new materials and

new solutions. Our objective is

to develop watches that are

absolutely reliable no matter

where they are worn – on the

trading fl oor or on a polar expe-

dition, under water or above

the clouds, in the desert or the

rainforest. At SINN, functionality

is never achieved only at a

theoretical level. That's why our

customers include pilots, divers

and members of special forces

such as the GSG 9.

Our watch tests are tougher

than the real world.

Special areas of application

require special solutions. A pilot's

watch has to satisfy different

demands than a diver's watch.

The endurance tests to which

SINN watches are subjected

vary accordingly. The tests have

only one thing in common:

For some, time is a philosophical concept. For others, it's a precisely measurable unit. For SINN, it is both.

Our watches unite traditional fi ne craftsmanship with pioneering innovations. The result: timepieces that

people can rely on throughout their lives and that guarantee the highest precision even under extreme

conditions. This reliability can be experienced fi rsthand and verifi ed by objective methods.

Even under the toughest climatic conditions, Arved Fuchs swears by the reliability and suitability of the U2 for everyday use.

A discreet sign of SINN's exclusive cutting edge technology: the Ar-symbol on the dial denotes models fi lled with inert gas.

Timeless esthetics and the power of cutting edge innovation:

SINN Spezialuhren zu Frankfurt am Main


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they are carried out under

realistic conditions. Furthermore,

they document the functional

robustness of our models very

impressively. And that's not

going to change. You won't fi nd

technological stagnation at

SINN.

The SINN way: seeking tomor-

row's solutions today.

The company has focused

entirely on high-quality mechan-

ical watches since its founding

in 1961. When engineer Lothar

Schmidt purchased the fi rm from

its founder in 1994, a new era

of technology began. The list

of innovations is impressive. The

most important developments

by SINN include:

• Magnetic Field Protection

• Temperature Resistance

Technology

• Ar-Dehumidifying Technology

• HYDRO

• DIAPAL

• TEGIMENT Technology

• Black Hard Coating

on TEGIMENT Technology

• Captive Safety Bezel

Innovations and technologies

available only in our watches.

And there are many more yet

to come.

Skeletonized movement bridge for the 2300 model.

A model in fi nal assembly.The endurance test at –45 °C in the environmental test chamber.


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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 fi lled 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 fog-

ging, 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 model under water: with oil fi lling 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 fi lm. 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 like-

wise 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 tem-

peratures. The composition of the oil ensures that

it is still suffi ciently fl uid 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.


Temperature 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 fi lling. Aging processes and fogging of the crystal from sudden cold are

prevented, and reliable functioning and accuracy are ensured.


-Dehumidifying Technology

Why does a watertight watch need dehumidifying

technology anyway?

The beauty and fascination of owning a SINN

watch are enhanced by the knowledge of the fi ne

mechanical precision of this object of daily use.

Nonetheless, no matter how accurately the indi-

vidual 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 gas-

eous 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 effi ciency

of the lubrication deteriorates. Electrochemical

corrosion, wear and friction increase, reducing

the amplitude of the balance. The watch runs

with decreasing accuracy and must fi nally be

reconditioned. Our engineers looked for solutions

to this problem and found them in the form of

dehumidifying technology.

Three technical elements

The Ar-Dehumidifying Technology is based on

three technical elements: a drying capsule, EDR

seals and a protective gas fi lling.

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 colors of the drying capsule.

The color scale for the Ar-Dehumidifying Technology with a drying capsule: the capsule continues to absorb moisture until the darkest coloration is reached.

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


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The capsule is fi lled 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 infi ltration 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 fi lling

The Ar-Dehumidifying Technology is completed

by a superior protective gas fi lling. 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

afi cionados of mechanical watches. A three-year

warranty is offered on all watches featuring

Ar-Dehumidifying Technology.

Unobtrusively integrated in the case: the coloration 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 a seal made of special plastic. On the right: copper sulfate (CuSO4) binds moisture and changes color from white to blue.


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Model 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.

Amplitude

– 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 signifi cant decrease in amplitude after three to fi ve years. During this period the escapement with DIAPAL technology continues to function perfectly.


DIAPAL

Time in years

a polished diamond surface

proved to be a better friction

partner than the ruby tradition-

ally used for this purpose. Lubri-

cation 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

fi rst patents in 2000.

To counteract the aging

processes of the oil in the watch,

the movement is maintained

in a dry environment fi lled

with protective gas using our

Ar-Dehumidifying Technology.

The technicians, engineers and

physicists at SINN are currently

focusing on an even more

effi cient solution to this problem.

Their idea: if oil isn't used, there

won't be any diffi culties 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 dia-

mond: 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,


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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 combina-

tion with TEGIMENT Technology.

To keep the cases of our

watches in the best possible

condition when they are worn,

SINN uses the TEGIMENT Tech-

nology 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 mate-

rial. Rather, the surface of the

stainless steel itself is hardened

using a special process.

With this technology, SINN effec-

tively protects the surface of the

watch case from scratches.

The 756, 757, 856, 857, 900 and

U1000 models as well as the

bezels of the SINN U1, U2 and UX

diver's watches are treated with

this technology.

Black hard coating

The TEGIMENT Technology forms

the basis for PVD coating for the

models 756 S, 757 S, 856 S, 857 S,

U1000 S and U2 S.

TEGIMENT cases have a special

feature which immediately gave

the SINN engineers a new idea.

The hardness profi le of the TEGI-

MENT 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-colored coating on

a hardened case without having

to fear the familiar peeling of the

colored coat from the body of

the case.

The TEGIMENT, on the other

hand, has a hardness compa-

rable 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

coloring of a steel case by PVD.

Scratch-proof like the TEGIMENT layer: the black hard coating on the U1000 S.


TEGIMENT Technologyand the Black Hard Coating


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As early as the 1930s, watches

used for special purposes were

protected against magnetic

fi elds.

Later, magnetic fi eld protection

was integrated in pilots' watches

due to the magnetic defl ectors

used in the radar screens found

in airplane cockpits and ground

stations. However, the restriction

of magnetic fi eld protection

to professionally used chrono-

meters is proving absolute in

today's world.

In a study of 1000 watches by

SINN's customer service depart-

ment, nearly 60% of the watches

received were magnetized, and

half of these (30%) had severe

defects caused by magnetic

fi elds.

During this study, the speed of

the movement before and after

demagnetization was docu-

mented. If the speed deviation

before demagnetization was

greater than 5% of the speed

after demagnetization, a defect

due to magnetic fi elds was

assumed.

While the earth's magnetic fi eld

is far too weak to pose any risk,

magnetic fi elds from electric

motors, loudspeakers, door

closers or other such sources

can cause lasting interfer-

ence with the function of a

mechanical watch. 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 mate-

rial for the purpose of thermal

compensation.

When it comes to magnetic fi eld

sensitivity, the modern balance

spring is far superior to the

older steel springs with regard

to sensitivity to magnetic fi elds,

because Nivarox springs are

non-magnetic as required by

DIN 8309. However, in the case

of a relatively low magnetic

fi eld exposure of 4,800 A/m or

Magnetic fi elds 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 fi eld protection far exceeds the

DIN specifi cation for anti-magnetic watches and minimizes magnetic interference.


Magnetic Field Protection

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)


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The chart shows the shielding infl uence of the magnetically soft sheath. Without magnetic fi eld protection, nothing prevents the magnetic fi eld from affecting the movement of the watch. The SINN magnetic fi eld protection reduces the strength of the magnetic fi eld in the interior of the case to a fraction of the external value (red curve).

100

90

80

70

60

50

40

30

20

10

010 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100

Field

strength

inside

the

case

(mT)

Field strength outside of the case (mT)

– Watches without magnetic fi eld protection

– Watches with

Unit SINN watches with

A/m (Ampère pro Meter) 80.000

mT (Millitesla) 100

Gauß 1.000

Conversion table showing the common measuring units for magnetic fi elds.

At SINN we use a closed,

magnetically soft case interior

consisting of the dial, the move-

ment holding ring and the case

back to achieve this protection.

This type of shielding far

exceeds the DIN specifi cation

for anti-magnetic watches.

The DIN specifi cation for

anti-magnetic watches requires

protection only up to 4,800 A/m.

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

fi elds, the oscillation of the bal-

ance will change permanently.

Protection from magnetic fi elds

Magnetic fi elds can be diverted

using magnetizable materials.

If you place a hollow body

made of iron in a magnetic fi eld,

you will see that a large part

of the magnetic fl ux 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 mag-

netic fi eld 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 fi eld) 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 fi eld pro-

tection symbol are protected

from magnetic fi elds up to

80,000 A/m and 100 mT.


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According to the DIN specifi cation, 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 acci-

dental misadjustment. Thanks to this comprehensive safety system, divers can be confi dent 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.


Captive Safety Bezel

Diver's bezel

The rotating diver's bezel is fi rmly 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 divers' 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 fi ngers.

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 misadjust-

ment of the rotating bezel by contact with a fi nger

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

tion 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 refl ects 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 fl ight.

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

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

- Case made of polished stainless steel

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

- Low pressure resistant

Model 103 A Sa with white counters, here with matching stainless steel bracelet. (Case diameter 41 mm)

Model 103 St – Luminous.

Model 103 A Sa – Luminous.

Model 103 St Sa with highly polished stainless steel case, screw-fastened push-pieces, sapphire crystal glass and stainless steel bracelet. (Case diameter 41 mm)

Model 103 St Ty with polished stainless steel case without rotating bezel. (Case diameter 40 mm)

Series 103 The traditional pilot chronograph.

Large image: Model 103 St DIAPALwith leather strap with alligator embossing.


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A big step for SINN: Our model 142 was the fi rst automatic chrono-

graph 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. Model 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 fi rst 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



Model 142 St II with bead-blasted stainless steel case and bracelet with the same fi nish. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Modell 142 St II – Luminous.

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

Model 142 St II GZ with bead-blastedstainless steel case and bracelet with thesame fi nish, and tide bezel. (Case diameter 44 mm)

During the 1985 D1 mission, physicist, astro naut and professor Dr. Reinhard Furrer demonstrated with model 142 that an automatic watch functions even in a weightless environment.

Series 142 St IIThe space chronograph and the tide chronograph.

Large image: Model 142 St II with bead-blasted stainless steel case.


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At home in every time zone: The GMT version of model 144 makes it

easy for frequent fl yers and world travelers to keep track of things.

This is facilitated by the fi ne mechanical precision for which SINN is

known as well as the additional hand with its arrow tip, which can set

to a second time zone using the crown. Ready for new adventures.

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

case made of titanium, bead-blasted

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

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


- Second time zone

- Tachymeter/pulsometer scale

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


Model 144 GMT Ti with titanium case and matte silk fi nish with solid bracelet. (Case diameter 41 mm)

Upon request the 144 GMT Ti can be fi tted with the Ar-Dehumidifying Technology.

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

Model 144 Ti DIAPAL with titanium caseand matte silk fi nish with cowhide strap. (Case diameter 41 mm)

Series 144The world time chronograph.

Large image: Model 144 Ti DIAPAL with solid bracelet.


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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 fi ne satinized fi nish. As professional as it is elegant, with sophisti-

cated 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)



Model 356 Sa PILOT II with guilloché dial and satinized, fi ne 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.

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

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

Series 356 The traditional pilot's chronograph.

Large image: Model 356 Sa PILOT UTCalso available with acrylic crystal, stainless steel back and satinized case.


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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, fi ne

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

right choice for any occasion.

- Satinized stainless steel case




Model 556 with satinized solid bracelet matched to the case and with folding safety clasp. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

Model 556 – Luminous.

The back view of Model 556 : The anti-refl ective sapphire crystal glass reveals the movement.

Model 556 with satinized fi ne link bracelet matched to the case and with a butterfl y clasp. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

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

Model 556The elegantly sporty watch.

Large image: Model 556 with satinized fi ne link bracelet matched to the case and with a butterfl y clasp.


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Our experience in manufacturing precision cockpit navigation

clocks is still refl ected 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 fi eld protection up to 80,000 A/m

- Sapphire crystal glass



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

Model 656 with silicone strap. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)

Large image: Model 656 with bead-blasted solid bracelet.

Series 656 and 657The pilot watch with magnetic fi eld protection.


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

Model 657 with Captive rotating pilot's bezel with minute ratcheting and bead-blasted solid bracelet. (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 fi elds that far exceeds the

DIN requirements.

• 756 DIAPAL: DIAPAL technology – 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 with TEGIMENT and Ar-Dehumidifying

Technology




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



Model 756 with solid bracelet and TEGIMENT Technology. Also available as 756 UTC with second time zone. (Case diameter 40 mm)


Model 756 DIAPAL with fi ne link bracelet and TEGIMENT Technology and satinized fi nish. (Case diameter 40 mm)

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

Series 756The duochronograph.

Large image: Model 756 DIAPAL


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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 technology – Lubrication-free escapement

• 757 S / 757 S UTC: With black hard coating

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

- TEGIMENT Technology and Ar-Dehumidifying Technology


- Captive stainless steel pilot's bezel with minute ratcheting and

TEGIMENT Technology



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



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


Model 757 S with solid bracelet with TEGIMENT Technology and black hard coating. (Case diameter 43 mm)

Model 757 with silicone strap. (Case diameter 43 mm)

Series 757The duochronograph with captive rotating bezel.

Large image: Model 757 DIAPAL with DIAPAL technology and second time zone.

Model 757 DIAPAL – back view.


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Precision right down to the second when you're fl ying 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: Stainless steel case with TEGIMENT Technology

• 856 S: Stainless steel case with TEGIMENT Technology and black

hard coating

- Ar-Dehumidifying Technology for enhanced freedom from

fogging

- Second time zone on a 24-hour basis







Model 856 with solid bracelet with TEGIMENT Technology. (Case diameter 40 mm)


Large image: Model 856 with solid bracelet with TEGIMENT Technology.

Series 856The pilot watch with magnetic fi eld protection.


With a height of 10.6 mm, the 856 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 com-

panion, due to its attractive design, its reliability in all time zones and

environments, and its professional appearance.

• 857: Stainless steel case with TEGIMENT Technology

• 857 S: Stainless steel case with TEGIMENT Technology and black

hard coating


fogging




- Captive stainless steel pilot's bezel with minute ratcheting





Model 857 with solid bracelet and TEGIMENT Technology. (Case diameter 43 mm)


Large image: Model 857 with black cowhide strap.

Series 857The pilot watch with a second time zone.


Side view of Model 857 with the captive rotating bezel with TEGIMENT Technology.


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Top functionality and precision in an extremely compact design –

indispensable for expeditions beyond the ordinary. The multifunc-

tional instrument 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, mag-

netic fi elds 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

- 5 conversion and tracking scales for European and American units

- Satinized stainless steel case with TEGIMENT Technology


fogging






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


Model 900 PILOT – Luminous.

Model 900 with satinized fi ne link stainless steel bracelet and TEGIMENT Technology. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Model 900 PILOT with satinized fi ne link stainless steel bracelet and TEGIMENT Technology. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Series 900The multifunctional chronograph and the large pilot chronograph.

Large image: Model 900 PILOT


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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 com-

plexity. 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




Model 903 H4 – Chronograph with hand-wound movement, moon phase and polished/satinized stainless steel case. (Case diameter 41 mm)

Model 903 St – Luminous.

Models 903 H4 and 903 Classic – Luminous.

Model 903 St – the navigation chronograph with polished/satinized, fi ne link bracelet. (Case diameter 41 mm)

Series 903The navigation chronograph.

Large image: Model 903 St Silver

Model 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 cap-

tivate 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

• 917 Series: With Countdown bezel, easy to read with to-the-second

precision in time trials.

• 917: With Day of the week display

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

• 956 Series: Case diameter 41,5 mm

• 956 Series: Double tachymeter scale from 30 to 60 km/h

and 60 to 500 km/h

- Polished stainless steel case




Model 956 with black dial and fi ne link bracelet. (Case diameter 41.5 mm)

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

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

Series 917 and 956The traditional rally chronograph.

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

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


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45Large image: Set of dashboard clocks with wooden display block made from cherry wood.

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 fi rst 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 specifi ed times in

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

Optimal reliability thanks to outstanding technology.

Individually confi gurable

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

fl yback 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-fi nished 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 of pure titanium

- Secure fastening with bayonet joint

- Sapphire crystal glass (!) with

innovative anti-refl ection technology

- Flyback function on chronograph

- Watertight and pressure-resistant to 10 bar

- Ar-Dehumidifying Technology for enhanced

freedom from fogging

- High-altitude resistance (for use in airplanes)

- Fully functional at temperatures

between -20 °C and +60 °C

- Rotating bezel with exchangeable inserts

- Enhanced resistance to shock and vibration


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Individually confi gurable

Fully functional even under extreme conditions

These clocks and chronographs are watertight. But even with

watertight 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 devel-

oped Ar-Dehumidifying Technology. The combination of a special

drying capsule, EDR seals (extreme diffusion reduction) and a fi lling

of protective gas guarantee that these instruments remain free from

fogging, even in diffi cult weather conditions.

Another benefi t: With its outstanding qualities, SINN special oil

ensures the functional reliability of these instruments at temperatures

ranging from -20°C 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 fl yback function

you are perfectly equipped to

drive a defi ned route within a

specifi ed time – a challenge for

both the driver and navigator.

The dashboard chronograph

with fl yback 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 cover)

Pilot’s count-

down bezel

Dashboard

clock with

countdown

bezel

Pilot’s bezel,

forward-

counting

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 fi rst company to manufacture diving watches that complied with European diving

equipment standards, and the fi rst to test and certify them for pressure resistance, watertightness 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 waterproof,

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 certifi ed materials to SINN's own proprietary technolo-

gies, our watches offer everything divers need.

• U1000 S: Completely made with black hard coating

and TEGIMENT Technology

• U1000 SDR: Diver's bezel with black hard coating

- Tested based on European diving equipment standards and

certifi ed by Germanischer Lloyd, Hamburg

- Pressure-resistant to 1,000 m diving depth, tested and certifi ed

by Germanischer Lloyd in Hamburg

- Completely made of seawater-resistant German submarine steel

with TEGIMENT Technology

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


- Ar-Dehumidifying Technology for enhanced freedom from fogging

- Functions reliably at temperatures between –45 ºC and +80 ºC

- Chronograph functions can be actuated up to the nominal

pressure (100 bar) even when wearing diving gloves


Model U1000 with solid bracelet with TEGIMENT Technology. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Model U1000 SDR has a solid bracelet with TEGIMENT Technology and diver's bezel with TEGIMENT Technology and black hard coating. (Case diameter 44 mm)

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

Large image: Model U1000 with silicone strap.

Series U1000 (EZM 6)The superlative divers' chronographs.

Model U1000 – Luminous.

Germanischer Lloyd confi rms and certi-fi es the pressure resis-

tance of our U1000 to a diving depth of 1,000

meters as well as temperature resis-tance and function based on EN 250 and EN 14143, 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, waterproof 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

• U1 SDR: Diver's bezel with TEGIMENT Technology and black hard

coating


certifi ed by Germanischer Lloyd in Hamburg

- Pressure-resistant to 1,000 m diving depth, tested and certifi ed by

Germanischer Lloyd in Hamburg




Model U1 with solid bracelet. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Model U1 with silicone strap. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Model U1 SDR with diver's bezel with TEGIMENT Technology and black hard coating. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Large image: Model U1 with silicone strap.

Germanischer Lloyd confi rms and certi-f ies the pressure

resistance of our U1 to a diving depth of 1,000


Series U1The diving watch made of German submarine steel.

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. Equipped with a second time zone. Functions reliably at

temperatures between –45 and +80 °C. Confi rmed and certifi ed.

• U2: Diver's bezel with TEGIMENT Technology

• U2 S: Case, crown and diver's bezel with TEGIMENT Technology

and black hard coating


coating





- Captive diver's bezel


- Ar-Dehumidifying Technology to ensure enhanced freedom from

fogging





Model U2 SDR with solid bracelet. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Model U2 S – Solid bracelet with TEGIMENT Technology and black hard coating. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Large image: Model U2 S with silicone strap.




Series U2 (EZM 5)The mission timer made of German submarine steel.



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

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

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

lower weight – without compromising on functionality!

• U200: Diver's bezel with TEGIMENT Technology


coating




by Germanischer Lloyd in Hamburg


- Captive diver's bezel


- Ar-Dehumidifying Technology to ensure enhanced freedom from

fogging




Model U200 with solid bracelet. (Case diameter 37 mm)

Model U200 SDR with solid bracelet. (Case diameter 37 mm)

Large image: Model U200 with solid bracelet.




Series U200 (EZM 8)The mission timer made of German submarine steel.



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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: Crown at right at 4 o'clock

• UX GSG 9: Crown at left at 10 o'clock

• UX SDR / UX SDR GSG 9: Diver's bezel with TEGIMENT Technology

and black hard coating

• UX S / UX S GSG 9: Case, crown, diver's bezel and solid bracelet

with black hard coating and TEGIMENT Technology



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

case to 12,000 m diving depth, tested and certifi ed

- Refl ection-free under water thanks to HYDRO technology,

readable from any angle and completely free from fogging


- Captive diver's bezel with TEGIMENT Technology


- Temperature-stabilized chronometer quartz movement, functions

reliably at temperatures between –20 °C and +60 °C


Model UX with matching solid bracelet. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Model UX GSG9 with silicone strap. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Model UX S – Solid bracelet with TEGIMENT Technology and black hard coating. (Case diameter 44 mm)

Large image: Model UX SDR GSG 9 with solid bracelet and diver's bezel with black hard coating.


re sistance of our UX to a diving depth of 5,000

(or 12,000) meters as well as tempera-ture resistance and function based on EN 250 and EN 14143, the European standards for diving equipment.

Models UX (EZM 2B)The mission timer for maritime use.

The UX is also readable from any viewing angle underwater. Under water, starting at an angle of approximately 45°, a non-fi lled watch acts like a mirror due to the total refl ection.

M d l UX GSG9 ith ili tGSG9


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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 infl uence of magnetic fi elds. Free from fogging,

temperature-resistant and reliable.

- Tested based on European diving equipment standards

and certifi ed by Germanischer Lloyd, Hamburg

- Pressure-resistant to 500 m diving depth, tested and certifi ed

by Germanischer Lloyd, Hamburg

- Bead-blasted stainless steel case

- Diver's bezel


- Ar-Dehumidifying Technology for enhanced freedom from fogging

- Functions reliably at temperatures from –45 °C to +80 °C thanks to



Model EZM 3 with stainless steel solid bracelet. (Case diameter 40 mm)

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

Model EZM 3The mission timer with magnetic fi eld protection.

Large image: Model EZM 3 with black silicone strap.

Model EZM 3 – Luminous. (Case diameter 40 mm)


resistance of our EZM 3 to a diving depth of 500


Back and side view of the EZM 3 : magnetic fi eld protection and Ar-Dehumidifying Technology are standard.


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These classic masterpieces rank as primus inter pares (fi rst 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 con-

trasts 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 land-

scapes and three city scenes, each in the colors blue, purple and

anthracite, and the coat of arms of Frankfurt am Main. Strictly

limited editions of 25 per motif and color; custom motives can be

produced upon request

• 1746: Case diameter 42 mm

• 1736 Classic: Case diameter 36 mm



- Exquisitely decorated movement



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

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

Model 1736 Classic and series 1746The classics.

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

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

Large image: Model 1746 Classic with vitreous enamel dial and date display.

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 technology, three

time zones

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

DIAPAL technology, three time zones

• 6000: Three time zones, exquisitely decorated

movement with an engraving on the rotor of the Frankfurt

skyline, highly polished stainless steel case

• 6030: Two time zones, exquisitely decorated

movement with an engraving on the rotor of the "Bull and Bear",

highly polished stainless steel case




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

Large image: Model 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.

Standard: The watch in the sophisticated case, complete with two watch bands, band replacement tool, spare spring bars, Eschenbach watchmaker's loupe, cleaning cloth and booklet.

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

Model 6000 – The Frankfurt Financial District Watch with highly polished stainless steelcase and fi ne link bracelet. (Case diameter 38.5 mm)


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In the world's fi nancial centers, the traditional virtues such as punctu-

ality, quality-consciousness and reliability are still in demand today.

These are symbolized by the Frankfurt Financial District watches with

their galvanized dial, up to three time zones and fi nely 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"



- Galvanized black dial with rhodanized appliqués



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

Large image: Models 6036 and 6060.

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).

Standard: The watch in the sophisticated case, complete with an articulated band of solid stainless steel, calf leather strap, band replacement tool, spare spring bar, Eschenbach watchmaker's loupe, cleaning cloth and booklet.

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

The sapphire crystal glass with its anti-refl ective 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".


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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 Rose gold: Guilloché, silver electroplated dial and second stop

function, case made of 18-carat rose gold

• 6100 Classic 4N: With gold-plated hands and appliqués, polished

and satinized stainless steel case and guilloché, silver electro-

plated dial

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

satinized stainless steel case and guilloché, silver electroplated dial

• 6100 Technik: With black galvanized dial, hands coated with special

luminous paint and second stop function

- Fine, sophisticated chronometer-quality SINN SZ 04 movement

- Glucydur screw balance

- Triovis precision adjustment system




Model 6100 Technik with black, fl at-paddedcowhide strap with alligator embossing. (Case diameter 44 mm)

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

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

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

Series 6100 REGULATEURThe traditional REGULATEUR.

Large image: Model 6100 REGULATEUR Rose Gold with mocha brown alligator leather strap.

The 6100 REGULATEUR won the coveted 2008 “Golden Balance” award.


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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 waterproof, 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 fi rst glance. The rhodanized appliqués meticulously attached by

hand also complement this delicate look. The rectangular dial taste-

fully 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.

- Case made of polished titanium




Back view of the model 243 Ti. (Fig.: reduced scale)

Series 243 TiThe classic ladies' watches.

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

Model 243 Ti S with black galvanized dial and fi ne link bracelet. (Case: 22.5 x 29.5 mm / Fig.: 1:1)

Large image: Model 243 Ti M with mocha-brown galvanized dial and leather strap with alligator embossing.

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

Series 243 Ti – Luminous.


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These luxurious timepieces by SINN are 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 TW 70: 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 St TW 70: 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 18 kt A: With a decorative ring of 18-carat yellow gold

- Polished stainless steel case




Back and side view of Model 456 TW 70. (Fig.: reduced scale)

Model 456 TW 70 –18-carat gold bezel and 70 Top Wesselton diamonds, fi ne 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.

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

Model 456 St 18 kt A –18-carat gold bezel.(Case diameter 28 mm / Fig.: 1:1)

Large image: Model 456 St TW 70 with gracefully designed fi ne link bracelet.

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


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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 certifi ed 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 Specifi cations.


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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 fi rst sailboat to circum-

navigate all of North and South

America without an icebreaker.

In 2000 he retraced the leg-

endary 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

Arved Fuchs is the most famous adventurer in Germany. At least, this is how the native of Schleswig-

Holstein 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 understate-

ment to say the least, as the 55-year-old resident of Bad Bramstedt has a fi rm 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 fi lm-maker.

The U2 in the realm of eternal ice

ARVED FUCHS

Arved Fuchs: Polar explorer, expedition leader, journalist and fi lm-maker.


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as –52 °C, his eight-member

expedition team 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 fi rst German

to reach both poles – and the

fi rst 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 intensifi ed,

you see things differently and

more intensely. For me it's an

incredibly beautiful landscape."

At the same time these expedi-

tions are the fulfi llment 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. I found it

absolutely fascinating. I also

In 1996 the "Dagmar Aaen" became the fi rst sailing ship to circumnavigate North and South America without an icebreaker.


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loved outdoor sports such as

hiking, riding, sailing and skiing,

and foreign cultures and new

situations were always exciting."

He began organizing his fi rst

expeditions during his training

as a seaman in the merchant

marine. He abandoned his

studies in marine engineering to

fulfi ll 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 calcu-

lable 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 expedi-

tions I can't worry about han-

dling 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 cru-

cially important in regions where

daylight lasts 24 hours. It 's clear

that precise time measurement

is required for reliable naviga-

tion – 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 certifi ed there. This

plays a major role in his decision

of which watch to purchase.

"This goes beyond run-of-the-mill

marketing. With this certifi cation,

SINN has undertaken to docu-

ment 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 fulfi llment of a childhood dream.


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The U2 in use in harsh climatic conditions

TIM THOMPSON

This is became known when

Tim Thompson reported on his

experiences with the watch – in

a letter to Lothar Schmidt, the

owner of SINN. He explained

that it had always been very

diffi cult to fi nd a watch that

could withstand the extreme

climatic conditions of his home

region. All of the timepieces

he'd previously tried ran slow or

stopped after a period of time

or fogged up. Quartz watches

stop running entirely. One day

Tim Thompson read about the

U2. He was so intrigued that he

ordered it immediately. Since

then it has accompanied

him in all weather. Thompson

described how he wears the

U2 over his glove in winter, for

instance when he's shoveling

snow. He wears it to go ice-

fi shing and when working with

the snowblower. In summer he

goes swimming with it. And he

wears it when he's driving new

piles in murky water for slips.

And of course he wears it when

collecting maple syrup in spring

or using his chain saw.

In the meantime, the U2 has

experienced snowstorms and

thun derstorms, winter cold and

summer heat. It goes wherever

Thompson goes and is subjected

to every imaginable test in his

everyday routine. However,

to date no damage, dents or

scratches are visible. The crystal

is also intact and the TEGIMENT

layer is in perfect condition.

The movement still keeps time

to its initial accuracy of +3.5

to 5.0 seconds/day. And the

most important thing for Tim

Thompson: the watch has never

stopped.

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 fl uctuations: in summer the mercury rises to 40 °C, dropping to

–50 °C in winter. But this story is particularly interesting because Tim Thompson has been the proud pos-

sessor 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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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 oldtimer, 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 fl ying time under his

belt, over 600 of them in aero-

batics. He became familiar with

the SINN brand while serving in

the army. A hobby has turned

into nine successful years of col-

laboration with the company.

"With regard to SINN, I'm a true

believer. The company manu-

factures 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 fl ight time, Nieber-

gall used to rely on the

pilot's chronograph Model 103

and the navigation cockpit

chronograph Model NaBo 54.

More recently, this task has been

accomplished with the aid of

the duochronograph Model 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 spec-

tators at air shows. But when it comes to modern time measurement on the ground and in the air, the

40-year-old aerobatic pilot from Neuwied relies exclusively on watches made by SINN Spezialuhren zu

Frankfurt am Main.

RALF NIEBERGALL relies on his Model 757 UTC duochronograph.


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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 moun-

tainous area of stone and ice,

with innumerable fjords and

Pacifi c 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 fi nd 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 39-year-

old 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.

For nearly ten years now, Moser

has been organizing and

leading trekking and mountain-

climbing tours for adventurous

“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 defi nitely 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

fi xed 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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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 fl uctuations,

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.mos-

eractive.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 inter-

ested 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 TEGI-

MENT and DIAPAL technologies

have also proven themselves

under the extremely diffi cult day-

to-day conditions in Patagonia.

“I’m extremely satisfi ed 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

superfl uous 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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Germanischer Lloyd Certifi es SINN Diving Watches

The background: time plays a

crucial role in survival on every

dive. Diving watches must

therefore be waterproof, reliable

and durable, and guarantee

perfect readability in all lighting

and water conditions. The infor-

mation we provide about our

diving watches is thus not merely

captured in words, but proven in

practice as well.

Testing for watertightness and

pressure resistance

Since 2005 Germanischer Lloyd

has been testing our diving

watches for watertightness and

pressure resistance.

In accordance with these certifi -

cation standards, the U1 and the

U1000 series are pressure-resis-

tant 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 confi rmed 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 models

in order to document the

consistency of the quality.

Premiere: certifi cation for com-

pliance 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 fi rst who have watches

tested and offi cially certifi ed

according to the European stan-

dards for diving equipment. Also

these tests are accomplished

at regular intervals for all these

models.

The testing and certifi cation

according to the European

standards EN 205 and EN 14143

was completely new territory

for both sides. This was the

case because the standards

for diving equipment cannot

be applied to watches without

modifi cation. The experts at Ger-

manischer Lloyd thus adapted

the standards appropriately and

defi ned two series of tests. In

the fi rst of the two, they put the

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

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

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

never done before in the watchmaking industry: certifi cation in accordance with the European stan-

dards 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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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 tem-

peratures. 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 functionality were doc u-

mented and certifi ed for the

watches in the U1, U1000, U2,

U200 and EZM 3 series after both

tests. The watches from the UX

series were also certifi ed, but

due to their battery operation

and oil fi lling, they were

subjected to a modifi ed test

involving temperatures between

–20 °C and +60 °C.

The shipping "TÜV"

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 classifi cations.

Today, Germanischer Lloyd

is one of the market leaders

worldwide in the area of ship

classifi cation.

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.


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Model name Article no. Catalog page Caliber Movement

winding

Case material Crystal

103 St 103.031 18-19 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic

103 St Ty 103.050 18-19 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic

103 St Sa 103.061 18-19 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

103 St Sa Ar UTC 103.069 18-19 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

103 St DIAPAL 103.0616 18-19 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

103 Ti Ar 103.071 18-19 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2)

103 Ti Ar UTC 103.074 18-19 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2)

103 Ti DIAPAL 103.078 18-19 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2)

103 A Sa 103.060 18-19 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

142 St II 142.050 20-21 Dubois-Dépraz 2070 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

142 St II GZ 142.051 20-21 Dubois-Dépraz 2070 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

144 GMT St 144.060 22-23 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 1)

144 GMT Ti 144.070 22-23 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 1)

144 Ti DIAPAL 144.078 22-23 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 1)

356 PILOT 356.020 24-25 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic

356 PILOT UTC 356.025 24-25 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic

356 PILOT II 356.031 24-25 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Acrylic

356 Sa PILOT 356.070 24-25 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

356 Sa PILOT UTC 356.071 24-25 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

356 Sa PILOT II 356.072 24-25 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

356 Sa GR 356.077 24-25 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

556 556.010 26-27 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)


656 S 656.020 28-29 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)


756 756.010 30-31 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

756 UTC 756.011 30-31 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

756 S 756.020 30-31 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

756 S UTC 756.021 30-31 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

756 DIAPAL 756.030 30-31 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)


757 UTC 757.011 32-33 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

757 S 757.020 32-33 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

757 S UTC 757.021 32-33 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

757 DIAPAL 757.030 32-33 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)


856 S 856.020 34-35 ETA 2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)


857 S 857.020 36-37 ETA-2893-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

Instrument Watches and Chronographs

Technical Specifi cations

All models are shock-resistant as specifi ed by DIN 8308, anti-magnetic as per DIN 8309 and watertight , in compliance with DIN 8310.All movements are fi tted with a second stopwatch function.


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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

Solid 20/200 41 15.5 20 Sapphire crystal glass, Sapphire crystal glass back

Solid 20/200 40 15.5 20 Sapphire crystal glass, Sapphire crystal glass back

Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 16.5 20 optional, solid back

Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 16.5 20 Solid back

Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 16.5 20 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C Solid back



Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 16.5 20 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C Solid back

Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 16.5 20 optional, solid back

Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 15 22

Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 15 22


Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 14.5 20 optional

Sapphire 1) 20/200 41 14.5 20 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 10/100 38.5 15.5 20 Sapphire crystal glass, Sapphire crystal glass back



Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20

Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20

Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20

Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20

Sapphire 1) 20/200 38.5 10 20

Solid 20/200 38.5 10 20

Solid 20/200 38.5 10 20 / bc

Solid 20/200 41 12 20

Solid 20/200 40 14 20 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 20/200 40 14 20 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 20/200 40 14 20 bhc / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 20/200 40 14 20 bhc / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 20/200 40 14 20 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 20/200 43 15 22 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 20/200 43 15 22 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 20/200 43 15 22 bhc / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 20/200 43 15 22 bhc / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 20/200 43 15 22 DIAPAL / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 20/200 40 11 20 / Second time zone

Solid 20/200 40 11 20 bhc / Second time zone

Solid 20/200 43 12 22 / Second time zone

Solid 20/200 43 12 22 bhc / Second time zone

1) Crystal with anti-refl ective coating on the inside2) Crystal with anti-refl ective coating on both sides

= Dehumidifying Technology = case with TEGIMENT Technology = Magnetic Field Protection up to 80,00 A/m

bc = case with black crome-platedbhc = case with black hard coating


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U1000 (EZM 6) 1011.010 50-51 SZ 02 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

U1000 S (EZM 6) 1011.020 50-51 SZ 02 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

U1000 SDR (EZM 6) 1011.030 50-51 SZ 02 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

U1 1010.010 52-53 ETA 2824-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

U1 SDR 1010.040 52-53 ETA 2824-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

U2 (EZM 5) 1020.010 54-55 ETA 2893-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

U2 S (EZM 5) 1020.020 54-55 ETA 2893-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

U2 SDR (EZM 5) 1020.040 54-55 ETA 2893-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

U200 (EZM 8) 1012.010 56-57 ETA 2824-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

U200 SDR (EZM 8) 1012.030 56-57 ETA 2824-2 Automatic German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

UX (EZM 2B) 403.030 58-59 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

UX GSG 9 (EZM 2B) 403.031 58-59 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

UX S (EZM 2B) 403.060 58-59 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

UX S GSG 9 (EZM 2B) 403.062 58-59 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

UX SDR (EZM 2B) 403.050 58-59 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

UX SDR GSG 9 (EZM 2B) 403.051 58-59 ETA 955.652 Quartz German submarine steel Sapphire 2)

EZM 3 603.010 60-61 ETA 2824-2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

Diving Watches and Mission Timers



winding



900 PILOT 900.011 38-39 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

903 St 903.040 40-41 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

903 St Black 903.041 40-41 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

903 St Silver 903.042 40-41 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

903 H4 903.080 40-41 Lemania 1883 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

917 GR 917.010 42-43 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)



956 Classic 956.012 42-43 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

Dashboard clock 4.917 44-47 Unitas 6497-1 Manual Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2)

Dashboard chronograph 4.917 44-47 Hanhart 126 Flyback Manual Titanium Grade 2 Sapphire 2)

Instrument Watches and Chronographs

The U models and the EZM 3 meet the technical requirements specifi ed in the diving equipment standard DIN 8306.The U models and the EZM 3 are certifi ed by Germanischer Lloyd Hamburg according to the European standard for diving equipement.



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Case back Pressure

resistance

(bar/m)

Diameter

of case

(mm)

Watch

thickness

(mm)

Band lug

width

(mm)

SINN technologies/Special features

Solid 100/1000 44 18 22 Captive safety bezel / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 100/1000 44 18 22 bhc Captive safety bezel / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 100/1000 44 18 22 Captive safety bezel / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 100/1000 44 14.3 22

Solid 100/1000 44 14.3 22

Solid 200/2000 44 15.5 22 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C, Second time zone

Solid 200/2000 44 15.5 22 bhc / – 45 °C up to +80 °C, Second time zone

Solid 200/2000 44 15.5 22 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C, Second time zone

Solid 200/2000 37 14.5 18 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 200/2000 37 14.5 18 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C


Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 bhc HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

Solid 500/5000 44 13.3 22 bhc HYDRO / – 20 °C up to +60 °C



Solid 50/500 40 13 20 / – 45 °C up to +80 °C

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

Solid 20/200 44 15.5 22 / Second time zone

Solid 20/200 44 15.5 22 / Second time zone

Sapphire 1) 10/100 41 14.5 22

Sapphire 1) 10/100 41 14.5 22

Sapphire 1) 10/100 41 14.5 22

Sapphire 1) 10/100 41 13.2 22

Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 15.5 22

Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 15.5 22

Sapphire 1) 10/100 41.5 15 22

Sapphire 1) 10/100 41.5 15 22

Solid 10/100 58 25 - / – 20 °C up to +60 °C

Solid 10/100 58 25 - / – 20 °C up to +60 °C





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1736 Classic 1736.010 64-65 ETA 2892-A2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

1746 Classic 1746.011 64-65 ETA 2892-A2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

1746 Porcelain 1746.010 64-65 ETA 2892-A2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

6000 Rose Gold 6000.040 66-67 Valjoux 7750 Automatic 18-carat rose gold Sapphire 2)

6000 Platinum 6000.050 66-67 Valjoux 7750 Automatic Platinum 950/1000 Sapphire 2)


6030 6030.010 66-67 ETA 2094 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

6033 6033.010 68-69 ETA 2892-A2 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)



6066 6066.010 68-69 AS 5008 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

6100 Rose Gold 6100.021 70-71 SZ 04 Manual 18-carat rose gold Sapphire 2)

6100 Classic B 6100.010 70-71 SZ 04 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

6100 Classic 4N 6100.011 70-71 SZ 04 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

6100 Technik 6100.015 70-71 SZ 04 Manual Stainless steel Sapphire 2)


Ladies' watches


winding


243 Ti S 243.010 74-75 ETA 2671 Automatic Titanium Grade 5 Sapphire 2)

243 Ti Mother-of-pearl W 243.011 74-75 ETA 2671 Automatic Titanium Grade 5 Sapphire 2)

243 Ti K 243.012 74-75 ETA 2671 Automatic Titanium Grade 5 Sapphire 2)

243 Ti M 243.013 74-75 ETA 2671 Automatic Titanium Grade 5 Sapphire 2)

456 ST 18 kt A 456.021 76-77 ETA 2671 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

456 TW 12 456.027 76-77 ETA 2671 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

456 TW 70 456.040 76-77 ETA 2678 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

456 St TW 70 456.030 76-77 ETA 2678 Automatic Stainless steel Sapphire 2)

Classic Masterpieces



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Case back Pressure

resistance

(bar/m)

Diameter of

case

(mm)

Watch

thickness

(mm)

Band lug

width

(mm)

SINN technologies/ Special features

Sapphire 1) 10/100 36 9 19

Sapphire 1) 10/100 42 9.5 22

Sapphire 1) 10/100 42 9.5 22

Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 16.5 20 DIAPAL / 3 time zones

Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 16.5 20 DIAPAL / 3 time zones

Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 16.5 20 3 time zones

Sapphire 1) 10/100 34 11.2 18 2 time zones



Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 12 20 3 time zones

Sapphire 1) 10/100 38.5 15 20 3 time zones

Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

Sapphire 1) 10/100 44 10.6 22

Case back Pressure

resistance

(bar/m)

Diameter

of case

(mm)

Watch

thickness

(mm)

Band lug

width

(mm)

Solid 10/100 22.5 x 29.5 9 14

Solid 10/100 22.5 x 29.5 9 14

Solid 10/100 22.5 x 29.5 9 14

Solid 10/100 22.5 x 29.5 9 14

Sapphire 1) 20/200 28 9 14

Sapphire 1) 20/200 28 9 14

Sapphire 1) 20/200 28 10 14

Sapphire 1) 20/200 28 10 14





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Overall design: SINN Spezialuhren GmbHPhotography: Fotodesign Silvia Frey, Thüngersheim; Achim Küst, Frankfurt am MainIndividual photographs: Stefan Freund, Frankfurt am MainGraphic design and typesetting: HINKEL360 WerbeagenturLithography: Das Studio Torsten Hegner GmbHProduction: Druckhaus Becker GmbHLast revised: February 2010


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SINN Catalog English 2010 2011