Unimatic Modello Cinque UT5vsYema 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 Cinque UT5 at true scale

Modello Cinque UT5

Yema Superman Slim CMM.20 at true scale

Superman Slim CMM.20

Diameter

36mm

39mm

Thickness

2.2mm

lowest

9.9mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

$700

lowest

$2,372

Movement

Seiko VH31

Yema CMM.20

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
2.2mm
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
$700
$2,372
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Reviews

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

Unimatic Modello Cinque UT5

Owners are surprised by how much they like the Unimatic Modello Cinque UT5, with reviewers praising its 36mm case as the most wearable Unimatic yet and noting its robust construction meeting MIL-STD-810H standards. The watch features UNILIGHT hour markers and a gilt minute track, with some variants offering a vintage-military aesthetic and stonewashed Cerakote treatment. The DLC-coated steel case provides excellent scratch resistance, and the design is inspired by German industrial design. Some reviewers find the small text on the dial difficult to read, and one owner notes an inconsistent color match between dial markers and handset lume. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Unimatic Modello Cinque UT5 highly for its wearable 36mm case size and robust, well-executed design.

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.