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Halios Universa IIvsOrient Bambino Version 4

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Bambino Version 4
OrientBambino Version 4
MSRP $275

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Bambino Version 442mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Bambino Version 440h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Bambino Version 430m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Bambino Version 4$275

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
48.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
F6724
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$275

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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.

Orient Bambino Version 4

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Version 4 for its attractive grey sunburst dial with rose-gold accents and comfortable 42mm wearability, with reviewers noting its dial work rivals more expensive watches. Some owners find the stock strap to be a weak point, and one reviewer flags the mineral crystal as prone to scratching. The in-house F6724 movement is standard for the price range, rated at +25/-15 seconds per day with a 40-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Orient Bambino Version 4 an excellent value entry-level dress watch.

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