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Halios Universa IIvsMarloe Watch Company Sceptre

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Sceptre
Marloe Watch CompanySceptre
MSRP $507

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Sceptre42mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Sceptre40h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Sceptre200m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Sceptre$507

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12.65mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
Lume
None
Natulite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$507

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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.

Marloe Watch Company Sceptre

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre for its aesthetic appeal, noting it is more beautiful in person than in photos, and appreciate its solid feel and the complementary nature of the canvas strap against the steel case. One owner highlights the bracelet's good build quality and micro-adjustment capabilities. On balance, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre highly for its attractive design and comfortable wearability.

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