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Halios Universa IIvsanOrdain Model 3 Method

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Model 3 Method
anOrdainModel 3 Method
MSRP $4,693

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Model 3 Method39mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Model 3 Method56h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Model 3 Method50m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Model 3 Method$4,693

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11.8mm
10.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
Model 3 Method

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Sellita SW300
Power Reserve
40h
56h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$4,693

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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.

anOrdain Model 3 Method

Owners widely report the anOrdain Model 3 Method's dial is unique, deep, and colorful, with a textured surface that plays with light. Reviewers praise its craftsmanship and elegant case, noting a slim 39mm profile. Some owners find the skinny lugs less appealing, and one forum member preferred the dial typography of an earlier model and disliked the Model 3 case. While no longer considered a value proposition due to price increases, the quality is deemed worth the cost. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 3 Method highly for its unique dial and elegant case craftsmanship.

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