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Halios Universa IIvsStraton Straton Yacht Racer Quartz

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Straton Yacht Racer Quartz
StratonStraton Yacht Racer Quartz
MSRP $349

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Straton Yacht Racer Quartz42mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Straton Yacht Racer Quartz
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Straton Yacht Racer Quartz100m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Straton Yacht Racer Quartz$349

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 6S21
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$349

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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.

Straton Yacht Racer Quartz

Owners report the Straton Yacht Racer Quartz is in excellent condition with flawless sapphire crystal and lumed bezel, and some find the 42mm case a bit wide. Reviewers praise the Straton Yacht Racer Quartz as a fun, colorful, and quirky chronograph offering exceptional value under $300 with a retro design and a reliable Miyota quartz movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Straton Yacht Racer Quartz highly for its exceptional value and retro design.

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