Squale Super-SqualevsUnimatic Modello Cinque U5S-BL


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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.

Super-Squale

Modello Cinque U5S-BL
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
2.2mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
38h
41h
highest
MSRP
$1,230
lowest
$1,250
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Squale Super-Squale for its comfortable 38mm case, vintage skin diver aesthetic, and outstanding build quality for the price, with many highlighting the beads-of-rice bracelet as a standout feature and finding it a great value "go anywhere, do anything" watch. Some owners note the stock strap is not ideal and consider alternative strap options, while one enthusiast finds the 38mm case with 18mm lug width wears small. Accuracy of the Sellita SW200-1 movement is reported as ±7–20 seconds per day, which is considered not impressive by today's standards, though adequate for reliability and serviceability. Overall, owners rate the Squale Super-Squale highly for its vintage charm, comfortable wearability, and excellent value.
The Unimatic Modello Cinque U5S-BL is praised for its refreshing 36mm midsize case, offering a comfortable and wearable tool watch feel, with owners specifically drawn to its icy blue dial color and minimalist German industrial design. Reviewers highlight its excellent legibility with luminous hour markers and a high-quality NATO strap, though some note the small dial text can be difficult to read and there is an inconsistent color match between the markers and handset lume. The Sellita SW200-1 movement's accuracy is reported by one source as an average of ±12 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Unimatic Modello Cinque U5S-BL highly for its wearable 36mm size and distinctive minimalist design.
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