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Fears Brunswick (Anthracite)vsHalios Universa II

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Brunswick (Anthracite)
FearsBrunswick (Anthracite)
MSRP $26,670
Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Brunswick (Anthracite)38mm
Universa II38mm
Power Reserve
Brunswick (Anthracite)40h
Universa II40h
Water Resistance
Brunswick (Anthracite)30m
Universa II100m
MSRP
Brunswick (Anthracite)$26,670
Universa II$995

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
12.12mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
48mm
Material
Platinum
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
LJP D100
Sellita SW300-1
Type
Manual
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$26,670
$995

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What people say

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Fears Brunswick (Anthracite)

The Fears Brunswick (Anthracite) is praised for its anthracite dial with raised Arabic numerals and unique eye-dropper hands, which shift from anthracite to silver in different light. Its 38mm cushion case is noted for its contoured design that fits well on the wrist. One owner found the case back to be a letdown. The manually wound ETA 7001 movement offers a 38-40 hour power reserve without hacking seconds. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Fears Brunswick (Anthracite) for its distinctive dial and comfortable wearability.

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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