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Halios Universa IIvsLorier Hyperion SII Skyward

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Hyperion SII Skyward
LorierHyperion SII Skyward
MSRP $599

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Hyperion SII Skyward39mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Hyperion SII Skyward40h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Hyperion SII Skyward200m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Hyperion SII Skyward$599

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$599

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What people say

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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.

Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward

Owners widely praise the Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward for its comfortable, thin, and light wearability, with one owner noting a perfect case width and another highlighting its 10.7mm thickness. The bi-directional GMT bezel is described as decent for its price, and the movement is considered fine and accurate, making it a low-key travel watch. The bracelet is also noted as well-made and finished for the price. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward highly for its comfortable wearability and value as a mechanical GMT.

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