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Halios Universa IIvsPagani Design PD-YS023

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
PD-YS023
Pagani DesignPD-YS023
MSRP $155

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
PD-YS02340mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
PD-YS02340h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
PD-YS023100m
MSRP
Universa II$995
PD-YS023$155

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
24mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
Dial Color
Gold
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 8215

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$155

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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-YS023

Owners find the Pagani Design PD-YS023 chunky for an integrated bracelet watch, though some appreciate its case back design. On balance, owners consider the Pagani Design PD-YS023 a great addition to their collection, citing its sapphire crystal and 100m water resistance.

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