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Swatch Sistem MechevsUnimatic Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only

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What people say

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Swatch Sistem Meche

Owners widely report the Swatch Sistem Meche's automatic movement is durable, with one owner using theirs roughly for four years without issue. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner noting gains of 1-2 seconds daily when worn, but over 12 seconds when stationary, while another reports -2 seconds/day accuracy, praising it as remarkable for the price. The watch features a 90-hour power reserve, and its transparent case back is admired. However, the Swatch Sistem Meche's sealed, non-serviceable construction is a point of concern for some, who note that Swatch typically replaces rather than services these watches, and that the plastic case can scratch easily. The automatic movement does not hack, and some users report the minute hand takes time to adjust after setting. Overall, owners rate the Swatch Sistem Meche highly for its impressive power reserve and accuracy at its price point, despite concerns about its non-serviceable design.

Unimatic Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only

The Unimatic Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only features a robust 40mm black DLC case, 13.7mm to 13.9mm thick, with drilled lugs and a fixed steel bezel that balances beefiness with wearability. Reviewers note improved crown action and refinement over earlier models, with a flat sapphire crystal. Its sandwich dial reveals Super-LumiNova BG W9 beneath cut-out indexes, paired with a Seiko NH35A automatic movement. While the movement is considered robust and reliable, one reviewer expressed a preference for a Sellita caliber given the watch's heft. On balance, reviewers find the Unimatic Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only to be a well-refined and wearable tool watch with a distinct military character.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sistem Meche42mm
Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only40mm
Power Reserve
Sistem Meche
Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only
Water Resistance
Sistem Meche30m
Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only300m
MSRP
Sistem Meche$250
Modello Quattro UC4 Classic Time Only$655

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Mechanical
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13.8mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.6mm
0mm
Lug Width
0mm
Material
Water Resistance
30m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Matte black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$250
$655
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