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Sinn 717vsKobold SMG-2

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717
Sinn717
MSRP $5,389
What people say

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Sinn 717

The Sinn 717 is widely praised for its legible, cockpit-instrument-inspired dial and the functional SZ01 movement with central chronograph minute and second hands. Owners appreciate its solid winding action, crisp button feel, and accurate date changes. Despite its 45mm diameter, the Sinn 717 wears well due to its short lug-to-lug distance and comfortable strap options, and its TEGIMENT-treated black PVD case offers significant scratch resistance. Reviewers highlight its robust build quality and 200m water resistance, noting the innovative bezel sealing. Some community members criticize the blacked-out case aesthetic, and one owner finds the bezel action stiff, which they also see as a positive for preventing accidental turns. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Sinn 717 highly for its unique legibility, robust construction, and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Kobold SMG-2

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At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
71745mm
SMG-243.5mm
Power Reserve
71738h
SMG-2
Water Resistance
717200m
SMG-2200m
MSRP
717$5,389
SMG-2$6,450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Tool
Diameter
45mm
43.5mm
Thickness
15.3mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
24mm
22mm
Finish
bead-blasted
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Lume
Luminescent
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SINN Movement SZ01
ETA 2893
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
28
0
Complications
Chronograph, Date, Pilot's Bezel
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,389
$6,450
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