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Halios Universa IIvsTudor Pelagos FXD GMT

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Pelagos FXD GMT
TudorPelagos FXD GMT
MSRP $5,475

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Pelagos FXD GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Pelagos FXD GMT65h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Pelagos FXD GMT200m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Pelagos FXD GMT$5,475

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Satin
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
MT5652-U
Power Reserve
40h
65h
Complications
None
GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$5,475

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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.

Tudor Pelagos FXD GMT

The Tudor Pelagos FXD GMT is a 42mm titanium tool watch with a matte black dial and beige markings, featuring a bi-directional 48-click 24-hour bezel and 200m water resistance. Reviewers highlight its legibility and the functional 24-hour bezel for timezone adjustments, noting its METAS Master Chronometer certified movement contributes to a surprisingly thin 12.7mm profile. However, some find the 42mm size and the beige lume colorway divisive. On balance, reviewers appreciate the Tudor Pelagos FXD GMT for its robust tool-watch functionality and advanced movement certification, despite some polarizing design elements.

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