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Borealis Watch Co. SintravsHalios Universa II

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

Sintra
Borealis Watch Co.Sintra
MSRP $650
Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sintra41.50mm
Universa II38mm
Power Reserve
Sintra40h
Universa II40h
Water Resistance
Sintra200m
Universa II100m
MSRP
Sintra$650
Universa II$995

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
41.50mm
38mm
Thickness
12.95mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (double-domed)
Dial Color
Black
Gold
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Sellita SW300-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$995

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What people say

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Borealis Watch Co. Sintra

Borealis Watch Co. Sintra owners widely praise its well-executed design, featuring applied indices and a shimmering blue dial that some prefer over more expensive alternatives. The timepiece is noted for excellent build quality and high-end specifications for its price, including a Miyota 90S5 movement and a premium bracelet. One owner did not purchase due to its size not being 39mm or less, while the 90xx movements are considered reliable and accurate, though some find them noisy. On balance, owners rate the Borealis Watch Co. Sintra highly for its impressive design and build quality at its price point.

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.

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