UNIMATIC / The Ultra light Titanium Modello Quattro Ultratool
Key Highlights
- Two new references: Modello Quattro Toolwatch ref. UT4-U-TI and Modello Quattro Toolwatch GMT ref. UT4-U-TI-GMT
- Sandblasted Grade II titanium construction — weighing just 51g and 53g respectively
- 300-metre water resistance and UNIMATIC’s proprietary 360 protection system
- Each reference individually numbered and limited to 99 pieces
- Launching May 15th, 2026 — priced at €495 and €595 (ex. VAT)
UNIMATIC Modello Quattro Ultratool UT4-U-TI titanium toolwatch with matte black dial and international orange accents” />The Ultratool Concept
With Ultratool, UNIMATIC extends its Modello Quattro platform into deliberately pared-back territory. The two-watch collection is built around a single, coherent premise: reduce every element to its functional core without surrendering the durability a genuine toolwatch demands. Founded in 2015 by industrial designers Giovanni Moro and Simone Nunziato — both alumni of Politecnico di Milano — UNIMATIC has consistently pursued a design language rooted in utilitarian clarity, and Ultratool represents one of its most disciplined expressions of that philosophy.
Both references share the same 40mm Modello Quattro case, constructed entirely from sandblasted Grade II titanium with a 49mm lug-to-lug profile and a 28.4mm case opening. A fixed monoblock bezel, an 8mm screw-down Alchemical Sun crown and a 2.8mm flat sapphire crystal with inner anti-reflective coating complete the architecture. The result is a case that feels substantive on the wrist while remaining uncommonly light: 51 grams for the standard model and 53 grams for the GMT, measured head-only. You can explore the full UNIMATIC collection for further reference on the brand’s broader toolwatch lineup.
360 Protection and Technical Credentials
UNIMATIC’s proprietary 360 protection system lies at the structural heart of both Ultratool references. Designed and manufactured in Italy, this system encases the movement in a full-perimeter protective shell engineered to absorb shocks and resist the stresses of extreme environments. The concept positions these watches as instruments capable of genuine field use rather than incidental tool-watch styling, and both references are individually tested for accuracy and water resistance to a rated depth of 300 metres.
Case thickness on the UT4-U-TI measures 12mm without the lens and 12.3mm with it — figures that underscore the brand’s commitment to proportional discipline. The combination of rated water resistance, the monoblock bezel and the screw-down crown reflects a coherent approach to protection, one that avoids adding bulk purely for the sake of a professional specification. Every element earns its place in the design. For a technical deep-dive, UNIMATIC documents the 360 protection system in detail at unimaticwatches.com/360-protection-technology.
Dial, Calibres, and Visual Language
A Disciplined Graphic Identity
Both watches share a matte black dial defined by printed Arabic numerals, a white open second rail and international orange trim elements. Matte black ladder phantom hour and minute hands are paired with a reverse lollipop seconds hand tipped in international orange — a deliberate accent that draws the eye without disrupting the overall restraint of the composition. Super-LumiNova® C1 ensures legibility across low-light conditions, maintaining the high-contrast read that field instruments require above all else.
Two Movements, Two Functions
The Modello Quattro Toolwatch ref. UT4-U-TI is powered by the quartz VH31A caliber, which produces a smooth sweeping seconds hand — an unusual choice for a quartz movement and one that lends the watch a continuous visual rhythm more commonly associated with mechanical calibers. The Modello Quattro Toolwatch GMT ref. UT4-U-TI-GMT is driven by the Swiss Made Ronda 515.24D caliber, adding a GMT display and a date window at 6 o’clock alongside a hacking seconds hand for precise time-setting. Both calibers are well-matched to their respective roles: one emphasising clean timekeeping presence, the other adding genuine travel utility.
Strap, Delivery, and Limited Edition Status
Both references are fitted with a black nylon two-piece strap featuring an international orange three-layer nylon keeper, secured by sandblasted titanium hardware signed UNIMATIC. The strap choice reinforces the collection’s field-ready character, keeping weight and bulk minimal while maintaining a cohesive visual identity. Each watch is delivered with the Ultratool caseback, a UNIMATIC travel pouch and a warranty card bearing a unique ID seal — packaging that reflects the same economy of means as the watches themselves.
Each reference is individually numbered and limited to 99 pieces. Both launch simultaneously on May 15th, 2026 at 5:00 PM CET, available exclusively through unimaticwatches.com and selected authorised retailers. The Modello Quattro Toolwatch ref. UT4-U-TI is priced at €495 (ex. VAT) and the GMT variant ref. UT4-U-TI-GMT at €595 (ex. VAT). At those price points, the Ultratool collection makes a compelling case for precision-engineered, Italian-designed field watches within a genuinely attainable tier of the market.
Why It Matters
The Ultratool collection matters because it applies genuine material and engineering rigour — Grade II titanium construction, a 300-metre rating, proprietary shock protection — to a format that remains accessible and visually unambiguous. For collectors and enthusiasts in the GCC who navigate demanding climates and value watches that perform as stated, the combination of extreme lightness, a 99-piece limit and clear Italian industrial design credentials makes both Ultratool references worth serious attention.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What case material and size does the UNIMATIC Modello Quattro Ultratool use?
Both Ultratool references are crafted entirely from sandblasted Grade II titanium, housed in a 40mm Modello Quattro case with a 49mm lug-to-lug profile and a 28.4mm case opening.
How much does the UNIMATIC Modello Quattro Ultratool cost?
The Modello Quattro Toolwatch ref. UT4-U-TI is priced at €495 (ex. VAT), while the GMT variant ref. UT4-U-TI-GMT is priced at €595 (ex. VAT).
What movements power the UNIMATIC Ultratool watches?
The UT4-U-TI is powered by a quartz VH31A caliber with a sweeping seconds hand, while the GMT variant UT4-U-TI-GMT uses the Swiss Made Ronda 515.24D caliber with GMT functionality and a hacking seconds hand.
How limited is the UNIMATIC Modello Quattro Ultratool edition?
Both the UT4-U-TI and the UT4-U-TI-GMT are individually numbered and each limited to a production run of 99 pieces.
What is UNIMATIC's 360 protection system?
The 360 protection system is a proprietary protection shell engineered in Italy and designed in-house by UNIMATIC. It provides a 360-degree defence around the movement, absorbing shocks from extreme environmental stress.
