Fortis v Sinn v Damasko

[huwp]

Looking at buying a chronograph from one of the above. All have the same movement and are approx £1,600.

I'm drawn to the Damasko DC 56 but struggling to make a final decision. I will also be buying on-line (Page and Cooper or Jura) so am unable to compare them in the flesh.

Any experience or opinions would be appreciated.

Thanks

[bazza.]

You maybe able to pick up a used sinn EZM13 for that price

[andy tims]

Which Sinn? I've had st loads of them and I love the brand.

All Damasko's had hardened steel cases. They make great watches too - had several.

I've "only" had 3 Fortis. Good watches, but I'd go Sinn or Damasko.

[huwp]

Thanks for the responses so far.

Options are:-

Damasko DC56

Sinn 756/356 or 144

Fortis Professional Chronograph

The Fortis is probably my least preferred. Hard to explain but it looks a little chintzy compared to the others.

My favourite is the Damasko. I'm drawn to the engineering that seems to go into their watches.

The Sinn is not far behind.

The watch will replace a Tudor Black Bay Red which I've never really bonded with - no date and how it sits on the wrist.

[CardShark]

bazza. said:

You maybe able to pick up a used sinn EZM13 for that price

I bought mine pre-owned for a good chunk less than £1600, not that they pop up often. By coincidence I've been wearing mine for the last few days.

OP - each brand has its fans, never owned a Fortis myself though I have 2 Sinns (plus 2 I've sold on) and 3 Damaskos. You won't go wrong with either though as Andy has mentioned the Damaskos all have hardened cases, that may swing the decision towards them. Which Sinn are you considering? The 356/8 range are classic Sinns though I'd be tempted to go for the 144.

Edit - just seen your preferred Sinn choices... Go with the Sinn/Damasko that you prefer ref size and aesthetics, there isn't really a "worst" choice from the lot of them. The 356 has an acrylic crystal (pro - won't shatter/chip, con - will pick up light scratches), that might be worth noting.

Edited by CardShark on Sunday 30th April 20:54

Edited by CardShark on Sunday 30th April 20:58

[bazza.]

I vote Sinn but there again I'm a bit of a fan

[CardShark]

^^^ Nice line-up of EZMs, that

[andy_s]

As the guys say, not really a fag paper between them in most respects, either Sinn or Damasko would be a good considered choice I reckon.
Never had a Damasko, but seem to have ended up with 3 Sinns, older ones though -

[LC23]

I've got a Sinn 356 Flieger (original with the acrylic crystal) and a Damasko DC57. Either is great and as others have said, there is not a lot in it. If I were to only keep one however it would be the Damasko. So if you are wanting a black faced chrono I would choose the DC56.

[huwp]

Update - ordered the Damasko today which should arrive tomorrow. Opted for the strap over the bracelet and got a Damasko NATO and strap changing tool thrown in.

My thanks to those who responded.

Huw

[Salted_Peanut]

huwp said:

Update - ordered the Damasko today which should arrive tomorrow.

OK, I know it's an old thread But I'd be interested in an update from the OP since he bought his Damasko. (And Christmas is a time for forgiveness for necromancy.)

[bazza.]

I've gotten a few more Sinns now lol

[andy_s]

I know bazza.....I know...

[bazza.]

andy_s said:

I know bazza.....I know...

Just making sure Andy

[Mezzanine]

This is my DA36 after 3 1/2 years of abuse.



Barely a scratch and still feels like new.