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Halios Universa IIvsVenezianico Nereide Malachite

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Nereide Malachite
VenezianicoNereide Malachite
MSRP $1,495

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Nereide Malachite42mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Nereide Malachite40h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Nereide Malachite200m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Nereide Malachite$1,495

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
49mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$1,495

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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.

Venezianico Nereide Malachite

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide Malachite for its attractive design and refined finishing, with some finding it comparable to higher-end brands. However, one owner reported a bezel alignment issue where it was half a click off to the left, leading to a return. On balance, owners appreciate the Nereide Malachite for its build quality and aesthetic appeal, finding the brand's negative reputation unwarranted.

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