Massena LAB Unimatic U4S-T-SPWvsSquale Matic

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Measurements
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Unimatic U4S-T-SPW

Matic
Diameter
40mm
44mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
51mm
Thickness
13.3mm
lowest
16mm
Water Resistance
300m
600m
highest
Power Reserve
38h
38h
MSRP
$2,995
$1,595
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Massena LAB UNIMATIC U4S-T-SPW features a 40mm titanium case with a white Cerakote coating and a meteorite dial, noted by reviewers for its visual appeal reminiscent of NASA suits. It comes with two quick-release straps and a two-watch case. The Sellita SW200-1 b automatic movement is rated at +/-12 seconds per day. Reviewers consider the €2,500 price steep, attributing the premium to the Cerakote and meteorite dial, though one owner notes a EUR 750 price point for a different configuration. Some dislike the NASA branding. Overall, reviewers find the Massena LAB UNIMATIC U4S-T-SPW visually striking for its unique dial and case finish, though the price is considered a significant factor.
Owners widely praise the Squale Matic for its superb finishing and comfortable wearability, with many noting its vintage-inspired design and the 4 o'clock crown contributing to a compact feel on the wrist despite its 44mm size. Reviewers highlight the outstanding lume on the hands and the double-domed sapphire crystal as favorite features, while some owners find the bezel insert glossy and the lume on the orange indices to be almost non-existent. One owner dislikes how the oyster bracelet terminates at the springbars instead of sitting flush with the case. The Squale Matic is powered by a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Squale Matic highly for its robust build quality and comfortable, vintage-inspired ergonomics at its price point.
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