SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

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SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by vbuskirk » Sun Jun 27, 2010 9:46 am

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This match was originally going to be billed as "The Battle of the Dive Watch Iron Men", but it seem the Seiko has a little more "pretty boy" in it than I had originally anticipated based on pictures. Anyway, I'm doing a head to head comparison of these two watches over the next several days. You may have noticed the separate threads titled "Round #1" & "Round #2" yesterday. This thread will serve to consolidate and summarize the individual comparison threads. Here we go ...


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Re: SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by vbuskirk » Sun Jun 27, 2010 12:15 pm

Round #4 results on 'Bezels' have been posted. The Seiko pulls back ahead.
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Re: SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by SCM64 » Sun Jun 27, 2010 12:31 pm

I'm all caught up, excellent thus far! You didn't mention your Sinn bezel impressions. I know it's not a strength, but wanted to hear your description.

This is becoming a classic. :thumbsup:
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Post by vbuskirk » Sun Jun 27, 2010 1:36 pm

Round #5 on "crowns" brings the Sinn back, neck and neck.
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Re: SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by el presidente » Sun Jun 27, 2010 1:41 pm

Yes,truely great comparison review`s Chris :clap:

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Post by moishlashen » Sun Jun 27, 2010 2:21 pm

This format is genius Chris. Really like it. :salute:
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Post by dukerules » Sun Jun 27, 2010 3:41 pm

I am loving this comparo. Two great pieces, both of which deserve the hype IMO. :salute:

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Post by aikiman44 » Sun Jun 27, 2010 4:56 pm

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Re: SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by vbuskirk » Wed Jul 07, 2010 5:37 pm

Round #6 on timekeeping accuracy is up.
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Re: SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by vbuskirk » Sat Jul 10, 2010 4:51 pm

Rounds 7-10 are completed. Sinn takes 8, 9 & 10. :shock:
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Re: SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by SCM64 » Sat Jul 10, 2010 8:07 pm

Chris, this review is kicking ass and is very well done. Great job, and not just because the Sinn is doing well. ;)

Looks like we are going past the 12th round...so are we going for a 15 round old school decision?
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Post by vbuskirk » Sat Jul 10, 2010 8:22 pm

I'll never tell. :whistle:
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Post by moishlashen » Sat Jul 10, 2010 8:28 pm

U1 is kicking the crap out of the MM :crybaby:
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Re: SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by SCM64 » Sat Jul 10, 2010 8:32 pm

moishlashen wrote:U1 is kicking the crap out of the MM :crybaby:
I think many rounds have been close, and would just come down to personal preference. Awesome to see the two compared as they are so different, yet built for the same purpose. :thumbsup:
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Re: SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by moishlashen » Sun Jul 11, 2010 12:06 pm

Got an email this morning from watchbuys saying my order for the last U1 on strap was abruptly cancelled by me at the last step of the process. I'm guessing a Boddington pale ale/St Pauli girl induced action :shrug:




Hello.

We have received an order from you which appears to be incomplete.

Since this is the last Sinn U1 we have in stock, we wanted to contact you quickly to see if you received an error message or if we may help with this order.

Thank you.

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Re: SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by vbuskirk » Sun Jul 11, 2010 12:13 pm

So July is going to be U1 month at DWC (again). I was sure Doxa was gonna make a comeback instead.
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Re: SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by moishlashen » Sun Jul 11, 2010 12:17 pm

I didn't get it. Can't justify the purchase right now plus I don't want to sell any of my pieces either. I'm pretty close to justifying it however after looking at the last 2 I bought from WB and paid more for :scratch: . I think by the time the mental justification is in the last one will be gone though. No biggie :liar:
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Post by vbuskirk » Sun Jul 11, 2010 12:19 pm

Buy it and put it in the safe. It'll go for $3K next year after WB gets through dicking around with the market prices.
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Post by moishlashen » Sun Jul 11, 2010 12:27 pm

I gotta stay strong Bro. I'm a reformed flipper who now appreciates what he has vs what he doesn't have :shock: :shifty:
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Re: SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by ezcheese » Sun Jul 11, 2010 7:28 pm

I'v done that once or twice before. One time it was for a $3,000 + Sea-Gull Tourbillion. :whistle:
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Re: SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by vbuskirk » Sun Jul 11, 2010 9:04 pm

Okay, I'm going to call it. While most rounds are pretty close individually, the big picture is slanted favorably toward the Sinn in my opinion. I think it is an easy call. I like the Seiko, but if I had to chose one and only one between the two, then there would be no contest.

But before we close this down, let's review a few more relevant points.
  • Presence - I give the nod to the Sinn on this one. They both have great wrist presence, but the Sinn is a step above the Seiko, which is too similar to other designs.
  • Comfort - The Seiko is definitely more comfortable, as expected since it is smaller and lighter.
  • Value & Resale - At the time of purchase, these watches were priced similarly on the used market. Both are an excellent value in my opinion.
  • Prestige - Both watches are under the radar when it comes to recognition factor.
  • Uniqueness - I've caught myself thinking before that "there are now new ideas" in life. But Sinn disproves that silly nonsense.
  • Toughness - The Sinn is a tough, tool watch. The Seiko at least looks a little delicate, with all its shiny surfaces
  • Elegance & Refinement - The Sinn is somewhat crude. Seiko definitely takes this category.
  • Movement - Again, Seiko handily mops the floor with Sinn in this category.
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Re: SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by vbuskirk » Sun Jul 11, 2010 10:02 pm

I hope you guys enjoyed this little exercise. I know I had fun. Thanks for participating, and please tack on your comments/contributions for the stuff I've missed (or gotten wrong).

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Re: SHOWDOWN : U1 -vs- MM300, (The Thrilla in my Cellar)

Post by moishlashen » Mon Jul 12, 2010 5:48 am

Best comparative review I've seen. Good work and you are an asset to DWC. :salute:
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