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Halios Universa IIvsMr Jones Watches Daydreamer

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Daydreamer
Mr Jones WatchesDaydreamer
MSRP $225

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Daydreamer
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Daydreamer40h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Daydreamer
MSRP
Universa II$995
Daydreamer$225

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Casual
Diameter
38mm
Thickness
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
Dial Color
Gold
Limited edition (300 pieces)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$225

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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.

Mr Jones Watches Daydreamer

Owners widely praise the Mr Jones Watches Daydreamer for its super colorful, whimsical, and fun design, with one owner finding it a lighthearted and retro addition to their collection. However, multiple owners have noted that the central seconds indicator sometimes stops ticking, with one owner confirming this as a defect and expressing hope for warranty service. On balance, owners appreciate the unique aesthetic of the Mr Jones Watches Daydreamer, despite some concerns regarding the reliability of its central seconds indicator.

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