One of the major reasons Sinn has become such a popular brand in the United States over the past two decades is due to its ability to consistently strike the hard-to-reach zone between producing reliable tool watches and aesthetically cool timepieces that can be worn every day. The accessible price point that Sinn is able to remain under also keeps them in the good graces of enthusiasts everywhere. This year, the German brand has released multiple new watches that should satisfy its rabid online fanbase. The spotlight, however, was on two chronographs; one limited, one not, that toe the line between form and function seamlessly.
The Sinn 103 Sa B E. Image courtesy of Sinn.
The Sinn 103 Sa B E is a traditional pilots’ chronograph that features an iridescent blue dial. The 41 mm stainless steel watch feels like a classic Sinn timepiece but something feels a bit different when compared to previous 103 iterations. The brand is no stranger to playing with different dial combinations and color schemes but the choice to use a sunburst sheen here is distinctly unlike the classic Sinn look which has traditionally leaned toward more utilitarian colors such as black, gray, and a more matte blue. It’s a bold move yet it works thanks to the richness of the color; rather than changing from light to dark blue, the color shifts between an almost-black and blue depending on the light, maintaining the subtle virility that is one of the brands calling cards. This dial color is co...