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Halios Universa IIvsTuseno Shellback

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

From video reviewers

The pastel blue dial is a standout feature. The push-pin crown is a potential drawback.

Tuseno Shellback

The build quality is cited as a significant strength. Availability is a weakness, with stock running low.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Shellback40mm
Power Reserve
Universa II
Shellback
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Shellback200m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Shellback$840

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
Dial Color
Gold
Yellow
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$840
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