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Halios Universa IIvsZelos Great White 43

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Great White 43
ZelosGreat White 43
MSRP $599

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Great White 4343mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Great White 4340h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Great White 43300m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Great White 43$599

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38mm
43mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$599

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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 Great White 43

Owners widely praise the Zelos Great White 43's "unbelievable" and "amazing" lume, particularly on the carbon and Frost variants. The Miyota 9015 movement and 300m water resistance are noted features. Some owners find the 43mm size large, while others report it wears well. Opinions are divided on colorways, with some disappointed by the absence of a "Nebula" option and others finding the "Arctic" version striking. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Great White 43 highly for its exceptional lume and robust specifications at the price point.

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