Sinn U2C Einsatzzeitmesser Extreme Cold Test

HSTE · 2017-11-30T03:45:15Z

HSTE tests his Sinn U2C Einsatzzeitmesser's extreme cold resistance by freezing it in water. Discover how this 2000m diver performs at -22°C and its impact on accuracy.

HSTE

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HSTE conducts a fascinating experiment with his limited edition Sinn U2C Einsatzzeitmesser, testing its extreme temperature resistance by freezing it in water for 24 hours at -22°C. This post not only showcases the watch's robust engineering but also sparks a lively community discussion about the durability and practical limits of modern tool watches. His findings offer unique insights into real-world performance beyond manufacturer specifications.

....it says in the specs that a) the watch is fine to 2000m under water and it also says the watch is fine to minus 45 degrees Celsius temparatures.

In that respect, this was actually a walk in the sunshine for my watch: it was only in a glass bowl (ca. 0-30mm below water) and in minus 22 degrees C for almost 24 hours.

The result: it still works in frozen stage although it is too slow by some 40 minutes. And it is a "cool" subject for pictures.

By the way: Sinn U2C Einsatzzeitmesser from 2015. Only 50 of them were made.

Cheers, HSTE

Key Points from the Discussion

The Sinn U2C, rated for 2000m water resistance and -45°C, still functions after being frozen in water at -22°C for 24 hours, though it runs approximately 40 minutes slow.
The significant deviation in accuracy while frozen is an unexpected finding, prompting questions about the watch's performance in extreme cold beyond mere functionality.
Other collectors share their own experiences with subjecting watches to water, including an IWC dropped into a glass at an event, highlighting a playful approach to testing watch durability.
The experiment inspires other tool watch owners, particularly those with Sinn EZM models, to consider conducting similar extreme condition tests.
The post generates discussion on the contrast between a watch's stated capabilities and a collector's reluctance to test them, even for robust tool watches.
The experiment humorously suggests that while the watch continues to function in extreme cold, its accuracy drop implies that 'Death approaches but slower' in such conditions.

The Discussion

MTF

Nov 30, 2017

HSTE, Thanks for your dedication to scientific proof and method. My takeaway is that if you are stuck in extreme cold with this watch, Death approaches but slower.... Excellent! Regards, MTF

Alkiro1

Nov 30, 2017

But you forgot one! 😉 Best wishes Alkiro

nilomis

Nov 30, 2017

That's the craziest thing that I saw here, outperforming Nicolas (I believe) that dropped a watch on a glass of beer. Cheers, Nilo

Luis6

Nov 30, 2017

Bravo to the watch, and to the brave you!

zabreg1 Mr White

Nov 30, 2017

Kidding, of course. Very cool photos came out of this experiment. And nice to see Sinn still functioning.

HSTE

Nov 30, 2017

Thanks for your feedback. Cheers, HSTE

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