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Halios Universa IIvsShiro Kara Daibāzu: Hulk SUB

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Daibāzu: Hulk SUB
Shiro KaraDaibāzu: Hulk SUB
MSRP $508
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.

Shiro Kara Daibāzu: Hulk SUB

Owners widely praise the Shiro Kara Daibāzu: Hulk SUB for its dial printing, date wheel, and bezel action. One owner confirmed the watch remained waterproof after five days. However, some owners report minor issues such as a slightly off-centered 12 marker or dissatisfaction with bracelet quality, while another felt the crystal was not the best but still looked great. Overall, owners rate the Shiro Kara Daibāzu: Hulk SUB highly for its strong dial and bezel presentation at the price point.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Daibāzu: Hulk SUB40mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Daibāzu: Hulk SUB41h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Daibāzu: Hulk SUB100m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Daibāzu: Hulk SUB$508

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
13.2mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
904L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$508
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