Seiko Captain WillardvsUnimatic Modello Uno U1-U

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Seiko Captain Willard at true scale

Captain Willard

Unimatic Modello Uno U1-U at true scale

Modello Uno U1-U

Diameter

42.7mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.6mm

n/a

Thickness

13.2mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

70h

n/a

MSRP

$1,300

$1,090

lowest

Movement

Seiko 6R35

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42.7mm
40mm
Thickness
13.2mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
n/a
AR Coating
underside
n/a
Dial Color
Black
n/a
Lume
LumiBrite
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko 6R35
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
70h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,300
$1,090
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Seiko Captain Willard

The Seiko Captain Willard is praised for its supremely wearable 42.7mm case, icy white textured dial, and bright LumiBrite lume, with reviewers noting impressive finishing and value over $1,000. Some models feature a unique azurage textured navy blue bezel insert, while others have a matte grey or unidirectional bezel with cream accents. The Seiko Captain Willard houses the 6R35 automatic movement with a 70-hour power reserve and 200m water resistance, though one reviewer questions if its performance specs match its price. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Captain Willard highly for its comfortable slim profile and excellent LumiBrite lume at its price point.

Unimatic Modello Uno U1-U

Owners widely praise the Unimatic Modello Uno U1-U's case finishing and distinctive minimalist design, finding it impressive for the price. Reviewers highlight its industrial aesthetic and solid construction, noting it feels like a piece of equipment. Some owners are drawn to its unique style over movement specifications. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Unimatic Modello Uno U1-U highly for its standout industrial design and impressive case finishing at its price point.