Unimatic Modello Uno UT1vsYema Superman Slim CMM.20

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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.

Unimatic Modello Uno UT1 at true scale

Modello Uno UT1

Yema Superman Slim CMM.20 at true scale

Superman Slim CMM.20

Diameter

40mm

39mm

Thickness

2.5mm

lowest

9.9mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

$780

lowest

$2,372

Movement

Seiko VH31

Yema CMM.20

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
2.5mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VH31
Yema CMM.20
Type
Quartz
Mechanical

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$780
$2,372
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Reviews

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

Unimatic Modello Uno UT1

The Unimatic Modello Uno UT1 is widely praised for its minimalistic, utilitarian design and rugged build, meeting MIL-STD-810H standards. Owners and reviewers highlight its clean dial, rotating timing bezel, and the Seiko VH31 mecaquartz movement, which offers quartz accuracy with a sweeping seconds hand. The case finishing, with a mix of brushed and polished elements, is noted as impressive and offering good value. Lume performance is strong, though some sources mention slight unevenness. The watch is described as a practical, durable, and versatile tool watch. Some reviewers note a lack of AR-coating on the sapphire crystal and a rigid polyurethane strap material. One owner finds the steel case finishing lacks refinement, while another finds the "faux patina" lume gimmicky. The 40mm case size is generally considered wearable, though one source notes a beefier feel on the wrist due to its size and thickness.

Yema Superman Slim CMM.20

Owners widely praise the Yema Superman Slim CMM.20's appealing retro design, 39mm case, and the in-house CMM.20 micro-rotor movement, with some specifically noting the fish scale bracelet. Reviewers and owners alike mention the movement's design can lead to a "jittery" seconds hand, though Yema states this does not impact performance. Some owners question the $2500 MSRP, finding it overpriced, while others note initial stiffness in the bracelet that improves with wear. Finishing inconsistencies were noted on a prototype, and the stamped clasp on the bracelet is considered subpar by one reviewer. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Yema Superman Slim CMM.20 a compelling option for its vintage styling and unique micro-rotor movement, despite some concerns about its value proposition and minor execution details.

From video reviewers

The upgraded CMM.20 micro-rotor movement is a significant enhancement. Reviewers noted the slim profile and redesigned case. One reviewer indicated a significant flaw was discussed, but the nature of this imperfection was not specified.