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Halios Universa IIvsNOMOS Glashütte Tangente

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Tangente
NOMOS GlashütteTangente
MSRP $2,620

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Tangente35mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Tangente53 hoursh
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Tangente50m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Tangente$2,620

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
38mm
35mm
Thickness
11.8mm
6.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Gold
White
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
DUW 4001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
40h
53 hoursh
Jewels
25
17

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$2,620

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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.

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente is celebrated as an industry classic with an award-winning, time-tested design that fits diverse environments. Reviewers highlight its slim 6.8mm thickness and 37.5mm case, housing a 52-hour power reserve hand-wound movement. However, its 30m water resistance limits suitability for beach activities, and the dual date complication is considered eccentric. On balance, reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente highly for its enduring design and wearability.

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