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Halios Universa IIvsCWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
SBS 1987 Aged Special
CWCSBS 1987 Aged Special
MSRP $1,083

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
SBS 1987 Aged Special40mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
SBS 1987 Aged Special40h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
SBS 1987 Aged Special300m
MSRP
Universa II$995
SBS 1987 Aged Special$1,083

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
Dial Color
Gold
SBS 1987 Aged Special
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$1,083

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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.

CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

Owners widely praise the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special for its rugged build and military heritage, with some finding its quality comparable to higher-end watches. A reviewer notes the 41mm PVD-coated watch features a bright SuperLuminova dial. One owner reports a bit of play in the 60-click bezel, present from new, alongside minor wear on the PVD coating and bezel insert. On balance, owners rate the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special highly for its rugged build and military heritage, despite some questioning its value at £700.

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