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Fears Arnos (Blue)vsHalios Universa II

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Arnos (Blue)
FearsArnos (Blue)
MSRP $4,604
Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arnos (Blue)30.8mm
Universa II38mm
Power Reserve
Arnos (Blue)40h
Universa II40h
Water Resistance
Arnos (Blue)30m
Universa II100m
MSRP
Arnos (Blue)$4,604
Universa II$995

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
30.8mm
38mm
Thickness
8.4mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
48mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW1000-1b
Sellita SW300-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,604
$995

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What people say

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Fears Arnos (Blue)

The Fears Arnos (Blue) is lauded for its striking blue galvanic dial with a hobnail surround and Roman numerals, housed in a vintage-inspired 33.5mm rectangular stainless steel case measuring 8.4mm in thickness. Reviewers note the convenience of its automatic Sellita SW1000-1b movement, which offers a 46-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers praise the Fears Arnos (Blue) for its distinctive dial and slim, wearable case.

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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