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Halios Universa IIvsMaen Classic 36

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Classic 36
MaenClassic 36
MSRP $639

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Classic 3636mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Classic 3640h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Classic 3650m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Classic 36$639

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
11.8mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Sellita SW200

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$639

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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.

Maen Classic 36

Owners widely praise the Maen Classic 36 for its salmon dial and clean moon phase, with its radial brushing also noted as a positive design element. One owner reports excellent quality, drawing from experience with a sibling model. A concern exists regarding the inability to try on microbrand watches before purchase to assess value. One owner experienced a non-functional watch upon arrival. Overall, owners value the Maen Classic 36 for its attractive dial and design elements, though a significant quality control issue was reported by one owner.

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