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Halios Universa IIvsGrand Seiko SLGW007

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
SLGW007
Grand SeikoSLGW007
MSRP $10,000

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
SLGW00738.6mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
SLGW00780h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
SLGW00730m
MSRP
Universa II$995
SLGW007$10,000

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
38.6mm
Thickness
11.8mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
45mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
9SA4
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$10,000

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Grand Seiko SLGW007

Grand Seiko SLGW007 owners and reviewers praise its compact 38.6mm x 9.95mm Evolution 9 case and the textured "Moonlit Birch" dial, described as moody, elegant, and captivating. The technically credible 9SA4 hand-wound movement with an 80-hour power reserve is also highlighted. Its 30m water resistance and lack of lume are noted as appropriate for a dress watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGW007 highly for its refined case, captivating dial, and updated movement.

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