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Halios Universa IIvsPagani Design PD-YS029

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
PD-YS029
Pagani DesignPD-YS029
MSRP $171

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
PD-YS02942mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
PD-YS02940h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
PD-YS029100m
MSRP
Universa II$995
PD-YS029$171

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
26.2mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$171

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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-YS029

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-YS029's attractive design and bracelet. However, the 42mm case size is frequently cited as too large, particularly with the integrated bracelet, and some owners dislike the prominent dial text. Some owners also express a desire for AR coating on the crystal. On balance, owners value the Pagani Design PD-YS029 for its aesthetics and bracelet, but the 42mm sizing presents a significant drawback for many.

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