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Dryden PathfindervsHalios Universa II

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Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
Universa II38mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
Universa II40h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
Universa II100m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
Universa II$995

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48mm
Water Resistance
201m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

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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Dryden Pathfinder

The Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm is widely praised for its excellent case finishing and comfortable wearability, with a sleek 11.75mm height. Owners note generous BGW9 lume and excellent end link fitment on the bracelet, though the crown is described as small and slippery, and the clasp disappointing. The dial's design is considered generic by some, and one owner desires a more unique aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm highly for its case finishing and comfortable wearability 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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