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Halios Universa IIvsBrew Metric Lite

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Metric Lite
BrewMetric Lite
MSRP $375

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Metric Lite30mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Metric Lite
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Metric Lite50m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Metric Lite$375

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
Mechanical
Diameter
38mm
30mm
Thickness
11.8mm
10.55mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
34mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Gold
Applied Index Markers
Indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
6T27
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$375

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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.

Brew Metric Lite

The Brew Metric Lite is praised for its comfortable wear and attractive dial. Owners note the Miyota 6T27 automatic movement, which offers a 40-hour power reserve and features a signed rotor. It includes applied indices with polished "mountain-top" details and lume pips. Some owners, however, express a desire for a larger case and crown. Overall, owners appreciate the Brew Metric Lite for its comfortable wear and beautiful dial.

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