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Bremont MBIIvsHalios Universa II

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MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400
Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBII43mm
Universa II38mm
Power Reserve
MBII40h
Universa II40h
Water Resistance
MBII100m
Universa II100m
MSRP
MBII$5,400
Universa II$995

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
43mm
38mm
Thickness
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium (DLC coated)
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
Sellita SW300-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$995

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What people say

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Bremont MBII

The Bremont MBII is praised for its striking, high-tech pilot's watch aesthetic, reassuring heft, and quality feel, featuring an anti-shock system and customizable barrel. Owners note its condition can be excellent with minor hairlines, and it is presented with all original boxes and papers. A drawback cited is its 38-hour power reserve compared to newer movements. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Bremont MBII affordable and a good representation of the brand.

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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