Sinn 556 Owner Review : Efficient, proportionate and essential

I absolutely love everything about this watch. For me, its proportions are perfect: the ratio of diameter to lug width to thickness to lug width is just right. The matte black dial stands out beautifully against the double-sided anti-reflective crystal. The dial itself may seem simple, but it exudes a clear sense of balance on the wrist. There's no text, just 12-3-6-9 numerals and deceptively simple hour markers, but everything seems perfectly placed and sized. The date window is very well integrated. I also love the crown diameter, especially the crown guard, which I think contributes significantly to the overall balance of the case. There are no polished parts, which adds a touch of ruggedness but also a discreet and elegant feel. The H-link bracelet conveys both robustness and a sporty look. The clasp is simple yet effective. I can't imagine this watch on any other bracelet than its steel one, to be honest. Overall, the finish is impeccable. Nothing special to say about the movement, a well-known SW200. However, I find the rotor rather ineffective for winding. Apart from that, the accuracy is quite good. The set includes a tool for removing links and threadlocker, which is just great. Because I have to find some drawbacks, I would say that the satin-finished steel is quite prone to scratches. Also, the luminescence is very basic, neither powerful nor long-lasting. For me, it's an essential watch that ticks a lot of boxes, but it has become too expensive for a simple three-hand watch with a basic SW200 movement (two and a half years ago I already thought it was quite pricey, but now...).