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Halios Universa IIvsPagani Design PD-1778

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
PD-1778
Pagani DesignPD-1778
MSRP $159

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
PD-177840mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
PD-177842h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
PD-1778100m
MSRP
Universa II$995
PD-1778$159

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$159

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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.

Pagani Design PD-1778

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1778 for appearing more attractive in person than in promotional images, with specific commendations for its dial color, anti-reflective coating, and case finishing relative to its price. However, the dial's font and branding are frequently disliked, with a preference for a simple logo. Some owners find the watch to be slightly too large and report difficulties with strap compatibility. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1778 highly for its aesthetic appeal and finishing at the price point, despite some reservations about the dial text and case dimensions.

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