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Halios Universa IIvsPagani Design PD-1717

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
PD-1717
Pagani DesignPD-1717
MSRP $158

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
PD-171738mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
PD-171742h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
PD-1717200m
MSRP
Universa II$995
PD-1717$158

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Thickness
11.8mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$158

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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.

Pagani Design PD-1717

Pagani Design PD-1717 owners widely praise its value for money and competent finishing, highlighting its admirable lug drop and unique dial step. However, reviewers and owners consistently note its weak lume and a 13mm thickness. Some owners report ill-fitting end links and disappointing AR coating. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1717 highly for its impressive value and competent finishing at its price point.

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