SOS - Sinn Owners of Singapore

[nicholasmk]

hi harry, where didja manage to get that U1! it's gorgeous :)

[nicholasmk]

drac was very kind to trade some overseas sms-es with me regarding the purchase of the U1! thanks bro!

and kool cat has a kool idea over there... perhaps even better, we can get find out which forum members are working, or know people who are working, as cabin crews. that would make things even easier!

[Crusader]

My first post here, want to say hello to all of you in Singapore. Here is my U1, just acquired few days ago

Welcome to the forum, Hary!

[U-ship]

Wow great trip you got there Dracula!

Seems you spent quite a deal on cabs eh... When I was there I took trains, hitched on the bus to get there. I had a daring adventure considering I do not speak a word of German except, "Guten Morgen" kekekeke. And the best thing was my friend sabo-ed me saying the phase above meant good day, Like how you would have the indians saying "Balakum" for greetings in the morning, afternoon and evening. Incidentally the fella who thought me this is an Indian chap. Hence I went around saying "Guten Morgen" to everyone everyday and anytime

Anyway I think the suggestion Kool Cat stated is the ultimate suggestion of the year man! He should be awarded the man of the match wonder how we're gonna start this ball rolling... Say what, next time a Singapore's going to Sinn factory, he/ she should just pop a note on this forum so that we can forecast our servicings. Now with this fantastic option I dare say I will consider the UX and U2 big time.....

[U-ship]

I was lucky there as they have just completed a few U1, was told next batch will be 4 weeks later. I reserved 2 and by the time some Bros decided to get after many sms with me, they are left with only another 2 pieces.

dracula, you really "heng" (Lucky in Hokkien; one of Singapore's most used dialect). People like me waited for months man! you just go there and fish out a few pieces..... bulls eye's trip man!

[Hary]

hi harry, where didja manage to get that U1! it's gorgeous :)

Hi Nicholas, I got it from Hour Glass. Awesome watch

[Hary]

Hi, anyone knows where to get the bracelet for U1 in Singapore? Or where could I get it online? PM me please, thanks

[waypoint]

Agreed! Kudos to Dracula for offering AND managing to secure a bracelet for my EZM 1. Hoo-AH!

Can't wait for the 17th! In fact, his arrival time allowing, why don't we meet up at the airport to welcome him and at the same time collect and pay for our stuff! =)

BR,
w a y

drac was very kind to trade some overseas sms-es with me regarding the purchase of the U1! thanks bro!

and kool cat has a kool idea over there... perhaps even better, we can get find out which forum members are working, or know people who are working, as cabin crews. that would make things even easier!

[woodsteel23]

Hi fellow Singaporeans! I'm working as cabin crew and have been to the Sinn factory in Frankfurt once last month.
It was actually pretty easy to get there via bus and train from my hotel but had some help from forum members here.

Almost picked up Kool Cat's U2 that was sent for servicing there, but they sent it back just before I went.

The factory is strangely situated in a suburban area, totally surrounded by residences. In fact, it is about the size of two apartment blocks, and is very clean and neat.

I sent my own U2 in for servicing and the person who fixed my watch was a 26 year old girl! I always pictured watch techs as doddering old men, haha!
She was really friendly though and spent some time telling me about frankfurt.

There was also the showroom where they retail watches, they understandably have more watches in one place than most AD's in Spore, and customers are free to feel and try on the watches, which are not placed in cases, this made me gain and appreciation for some watches and lose interest in some.

For instance, the 903, which I've never fancied, took me by surprise as it looked grand in real life. And the 656, which I've always been a fan of, felt very small there.

You also can get a variety of straps there that are not easily available here and other cool stuff like caps, t-shirts and jackets.

Stupidly, I did not charge my camera before the trip and thus ended up with no photos, but will take some next time!

Unfortunately, I did not manage to view the actual assembly area and workshop, but perhaps if we indeed band together a tour, something like that could be arranged.

In all, the factory visit was a pleasant one and I sure am looking forward to going back in future!

I'll be more than happy to take any purchase requests or warranty send-in's or stuff like that anytime I have a trip there, so just let me know!

P.S. My U2 came fedexed back to me about two weeks after my visit and I was pretty impressed with the turnaround time.

Thanks for reading my long and rambling post!

[Dracula]

Agreed! Kudos to Dracula for offering AND managing to secure a bracelet for my EZM 1. Hoo-AH!

Can't wait for the 17th! In fact, his arrival time allowing, why don't we meet up at the airport to welcome him and at the same time collect and pay for our stuff! =)

BR,
w a y

Hey Bro, thanks for the offer. I think it will be too early for you guys to come to the airport as my arrival is in the morning.

Furthermore, I'm actually bringing in quite a few pieces so it's not nice for the customs to see it. Haha

Btw, like I had suspected....I did not managed to get the VAT cause the custom office wasn't open when I left Franfurt for New York. Though the sign say they will be open at 6.45am, they were still closed at 7.15am. On my return trip, I only have 1 hour transit so it's quite impossible for me to do it. Won't know when is my next trip, as there's only a 3 month grace period.

I would not be able to claim my own VAT as well, but I'm happy enough to get the watch and believe it's still cheaper than in Sin.

For the Bros that I had bought the stuff for you, will contact you when I had a good rest when back. Cheers!!!