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Halios Universa IIvsGalo Super200 Dark Edition

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Super200 Dark Edition
GaloSuper200 Dark Edition
MSRP $488

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Super200 Dark Edition39mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Super200 Dark Edition42h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Super200 Dark Edition200m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Super200 Dark Edition$488

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11.8mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Oil pressed, circular brushed (black)
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (double-domed)
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Gold
Black
Texture
Oil pressed
Indices
Applied

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$488

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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.

Galo Super200 Dark Edition

Owners widely praise the Galo Super200 Dark Edition for its design and value, with one owner noting the Miyota 9039 movement and lume on the crown. Some community members observe its resemblance to other dive watches, and one owner finds the "3" marker disrupts the dial layout, though an alternative dial is available. Overall, owners rate the Galo Super200 Dark Edition highly for its perceived value and distinct design elements.

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