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Sinn 356 PILOT Classic AS EvsNivada Grenchen Chronomaster 38mm Automatic Chronograph

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Sinn 356 PILOT Classic AS E

The Sinn 356 PILOT Classic AS E is praised for its excellent legibility, clean bicompax dial, and strong lume, with owners appreciating its fit and finish and attractive gradient dial. The Sellita SW510 BH b movement is noted as reliable, and chronograph functions are responsive, with accuracy reported within COSC parameters at +5 seconds per day. The 38.5mm case, particularly with the domed acrylic crystal, is described by some as wearing tall and appearing "tubby" on the wrist due to its 15.6mm thickness, though others find the sapphire version acceptable for a chronograph. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Sinn 356 PILOT Classic AS E highly for its vintage aesthetic and strong legibility.

Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster 38mm Automatic Chronograph

Owners widely appreciate the Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster 38mm Automatic Chronograph for its perfect 38mm size and faithful vintage reproduction, with one owner finding its worn bezel enhances its appeal. Reviewers praise its unique "baked" tropical dial, which mimics patina without the risks of a vintage piece. However, one owner reported a feeling of poor construction and lighter-than-expected weight, while another regretted the automatic caseback causing the watch to sit high on the wrist. The chronograph's 100m water resistance is noted as a slight limitation. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster 38mm Automatic Chronograph highly for its excellent vintage aesthetic and unique dial that offers the enjoyment of a tropical watch without the associated risks.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
356 PILOT Classic AS E38.5mm
Chronomaster 38mm Automatic Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
356 PILOT Classic AS E56h
Chronomaster 38mm Automatic Chronograph
Water Resistance
356 PILOT Classic AS E100m
Chronomaster 38mm Automatic Chronograph100m
MSRP
356 PILOT Classic AS E$3,024
Chronomaster 38mm Automatic Chronograph$2,085

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Chronograph
Diameter
38.5mm
38mm
Thickness
15.6mm
15.85mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
Finish
bead-blasted
Brushed + Polished
Caseback
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Acrylic
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Dial Color
Anthracite
White
Indices
Lume
Luminescent
x1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW 510
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
56h
0h
Jewels
27
0
Complications
Chronograph
GMT, Chronograph, Small seconds

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,024
$2,085
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