Sinn Military Type III

hoppyjr · Post by **hoppyjr** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 2:58 pm

Just in!

I've always liked the looks of EZM 1 and EZM 3 models, but was afraid the 40mm size would be too small. Since selling my 857 UTC I've missed it, having found the size perfect for NATO's (love that ketchup!) but I've been reluctant to get anther UTC because the dial seems rather busy. The non-UTC 857 was an option, but not new.

I came across this one and thought I'd give it a try. First impressions; the grey "Military" & "Type III" printing is very subdued and not nearly as pronounced in person as it is in photos (think Rolex DSSD rehaut, same idea). Overall, its a nice, modern size case at 43mm but has styling cues from more traditional Sinn models. I like it.

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jeckyll · Post by **jeckyll** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 2:59 pm

Looks great!

GLWS Hoppy

smalls · Post by **smalls** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:02 pm

That looks nice! Congrats!

marchone · Post by **marchone** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:04 pm

Looks good but doesn't the crown dig into your wrist?

jeckyll · Post by **jeckyll** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:07 pm

marchone wrote:Looks good but doesn't the crown dig into your wrist?

I have had some watches with destro crowns, and they don't dig in at all

foodle · Post by **foodle** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:09 pm

marchone wrote:Looks good but doesn't the crown dig into your wrist?

The exact opposite. The destro arrangement is so that the crown doesn't dig into your wrist.

foodle · Post by **foodle** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:10 pm

Nice.

My Type II says "hi"

mellonb1 · Post by **mellonb1** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:12 pm

Great catch, Ed. Love the destro crown

hoppyjr · Post by **hoppyjr** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:20 pm

Thanks fellas.

No, the crown works great. That is one of the things I liked about that Resco Patriot I had, it is super comfy.

hoppyjr · Post by **hoppyjr** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:21 pm

foodle wrote: Nice.

My Type II says "hi"

that is smokin' on Isofrane!

Terpits · Post by **Terpits** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:22 pm

Awesome! Congrats.
Perfect on ketchup!

on foo's on iso.

Post by **toxicavenger** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:22 pm

those look great!

Post by **CGSshorty** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:25 pm

I love that big knurled crown.

4pfrench · Post by **4pfrench** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:29 pm

Really like that- size, destro, incredibly legible....excellent call

jimyritz · Post by **jimyritz** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 3:31 pm

Congrats Ed...

Post by **logan2z** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 4:22 pm

Congrats Ed, very cool Sinn.

unixshrk · Post by **unixshrk** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 4:30 pm

Cool. I'm interested in your longer term thoughts.
It does look really nice

hoppyjr · Post by **hoppyjr** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 4:40 pm

Thanks guys.

It has a really nice EZM feel to it, plus the dial is very symmetrical which is good for semi-OCD types like me. The date is barely noticeable, which is good because my tired eyes can't read the date on most watches, while the seconds hand is actually usable.

It's relatively thin and light, plus the short L-2-L would be great for smaller wrists too. It wears absolutely great on NATO.

I was sold when I saw Peter Atwood's photo on green Zulu. Killer shot.

I see this as an 857 with an EZM 1 (ish) dial. The big crown is a bonus.

lilhoody · Post by **lilhoody** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 5:26 pm

I think I really like the date in the 12 position.

kempoman · Post by **kempoman** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 5:30 pm

It's definitely not an usual Sinn. What movement is this, modded 7750??

hoppyjr · Post by **hoppyjr** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 5:59 pm

kempoman wrote:It's definitely not an usual Sinn. What movement is this, modded 7750??

I believe the Type II (chrono) is using the 7750, but I've heard two things about the Type III; A Japanese website indicated 2895-2, but I've never heard of that motor. One of the owners contacted Watchbuys and they advised 2836. I suspect it's the latter.

dukerules · Post by **dukerules** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 6:15 pm

That is really sweet.

1954Selmer · Post by **1954Selmer** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 6:20 pm

Fantastic piece and looks great on nato! Just super cool

JP Chestnut · Post by **JP Chestnut** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 6:36 pm

foodle wrote:
marchone wrote:Looks good but doesn't the crown dig into your wrist?
The exact opposite. The destro arrangement is so that the crown doesn't dig into your wrist.

Yep. The only watch that digs into my wrist is my EZM1-I wear it on my right wrist.

koda240 · Post by **koda240** » Sat Jul 12, 2014 7:16 pm

That's killer Hop. I could see myself rockin' that one. Excellent nato choice

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