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Halios Universa IIvsLongines ELEGANT COLLECTION

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
ELEGANT COLLECTION
LonginesELEGANT COLLECTION
MSRP $2,600

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
ELEGANT COLLECTION39mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
ELEGANT COLLECTION72h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
ELEGANT COLLECTION30m
MSRP
Universa II$995
ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,600

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11.8mm
8.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
44mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Gold
Blue
Indices
Applied
Diamond indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
L888.5
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$2,600

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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.

Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is widely praised for its value and traditional styling, offering versatility for both casual and formal wear. Owners note its elegant appearance can be suitable for any occasion. However, some find its thickness and hand color potentially confusing, with polished hands sometimes difficult to read in certain light. On balance, owners rate the Longines Elegant Collection highly for its value and timeless design.

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