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Halios Universa IIvsMagrette Moana Pacific Waterman GMT

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Moana Pacific Waterman GMT
MagretteMoana Pacific Waterman GMT

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Moana Pacific Waterman GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Moana Pacific Waterman GMT
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Moana Pacific Waterman GMT500m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Moana Pacific Waterman GMT

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11.8mm
14.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
50.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
500m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
Dial Color
Gold
Lume
None
SuperLuminova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
ETA Caliber 2893-2
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995

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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.

Magrette Moana Pacific Waterman GMT

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Magrette Moana Pacific Waterman GMT for its attractive, retro-inspired design and excellent value. The 42mm case size is noted as appealing for those who find larger watches uncomfortable. Some find the second hand style visually perplexing, and one owner dislikes the unidirectional bezel. Accuracy figures range from -5s/d. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Magrette Moana Pacific Waterman GMT highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

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