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Halios Universa IIvsMaen Manhattan 40

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Manhattan 40
MaenManhattan 40
MSRP $799

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Manhattan 4040mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Manhattan 4040h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Manhattan 40100m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Manhattan 40$799

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
Dial Color
Gold
M3.1.1

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$799

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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 Manhattan 40

Owners appreciate the Maen Manhattan 40's thin case and unique dial, with some finding its proportions too large for smaller wrists. One owner noted a snagging crown and difficult winding action. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +18s/d to +24s/d on the 37mm version, while another owner of the 40mm model did not specify accuracy. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Maen Manhattan 40 to be a good value, with its thinness and dial finishing being key strengths.

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