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Halios Universa IIvsSpinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Bradner Pearl Diver
SpinnakerBradner Pearl Diver
MSRP $370

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Bradner Pearl Diver42mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Bradner Pearl Diver40h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Bradner Pearl Diver180m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Bradner Pearl Diver$370

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11.8mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
180m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$370

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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.

Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver

The Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver is noted by owners as large on smaller wrists, with a 50mm lug-to-lug and 15mm height being a concern, though some find it acceptable with specific strap choices. Opinions on finishing quality vary, with one owner reporting issues like a poorly seated bezel and crooked indices. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver with mixed reviews regarding its size and finishing.

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