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Halios Universa IIvsSeiko Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
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.

Seiko Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

The Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition features a white enamel dial with black Roman numerals and gold leaf hands, evoking early 20th-century designs. It is powered by the 72-hour calibre 6R51. Overall, owners view the Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition as a meaningful family heirloom.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition35mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition72h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition50m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition$1,900

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
35mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
37mm
Lug Width
20mm
11mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Gold
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
6R51
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$1,900
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