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Halios Universa IIvsZelos Nova 37

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Nova 37
ZelosNova 37
MSRP $899

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Nova 3737mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Nova 3740h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Nova 3750m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
37mm
Thickness
11.8mm
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
37mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
ETA 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$899

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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.

Zelos Nova 37

Owners widely praise the Zelos Nova 37's spectacular 37mm dimensions and extremely light, thin wearability. The meteorite dial is frequently highlighted as a captivating feature, though some reviewers suggest simpler indices would improve legibility over the Arabic numerals. The watch is considered a considerable value at $1,999. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Nova 37 highly for its excellent dimensions and dial execution at the price.

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