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Bremont The Meta KronosvsHalios Universa II

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The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145
Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Meta Kronos40mm
Universa II38mm
Power Reserve
The Meta Kronos40h
Universa II40h
Water Resistance
The Meta Kronos30m
Universa II100m
MSRP
The Meta Kronos$3,145
Universa II$995

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (double-domed)
Dial Color
Steel
Gold

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,145
$995

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What people say

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Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

Halios Universa II

Owners widely praise the Halios Universa II for its applied indices, excellent finishing for the price, and comfortable 38mm dimensions. The integrated bracelet design with a satisfying micro-adjust clasp and case architecture are described as masterclasses. However, some find the bracelet clasp chunkier than the overall design, and the angular lug design is noted as not being for everyone. One owner reported unexpected pastel dial colors and a poor winding action. On balance, owners rate the Halios Universa II highly for its applied indices and excellent finishing at the price point.

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