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Unimatic · Modello Uno U1-MY

Unimatic Modello Uno

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Case

Diameter
40mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water resistance
300m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire

Movement

Caliber
Seiko NH35
Type
Automatic

Seiko

Seiko's third-party supply version of the 4R35, sold to external watch brands and modders worldwide. Adds hacking and hand-winding over the 7S26 it effectively replaced. The NH35 has become the default automatic movement for watch modding and microbrand watches, thanks to its low cost, reliability, and wide availability of compatible parts including dials, hands, and cases in the Seiko-compatible format.

3 colorways

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Owners widely praise the Unimatic Modello Uno for its well-finished case and minimalist, utilitarian design, with reviewers noting its high build quality at its price point. The Seiko NH35A movement is considered reliable and keeps good time, and the case feels robust. Some owners find the stock bracelet and rubber strap uncomfortable, preferring the brand's NATO strap. One reviewer notes the Super-LumiNova lume application can be slightly uneven, and another questions the "Made in Italy" origin statement due to Asian-sourced components. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Unimatic Modello Uno highly for its distinctive minimalist design and solid build quality at the price.

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