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Halios Universa IIvsNorqain Wild ONE Skeleton 42mm

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Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995
Wild ONE Skeleton 42mm
NorqainWild ONE Skeleton 42mm
MSRP $7,673

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Universa II38mm
Wild ONE Skeleton 42mm42mm
Power Reserve
Universa II40h
Wild ONE Skeleton 42mm41h
Water Resistance
Universa II100m
Wild ONE Skeleton 42mm200m
MSRP
Universa II$995
Wild ONE Skeleton 42mm$7,673

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Tool
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
49.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Carbon
Finish
Brushed and polished
NORTEQ
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
NORQAIN NN08S
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Complications
None
Skeleton

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$7,673

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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.

Norqain Wild ONE Skeleton 42mm

The Norqain Wild ONE Skeleton 42mm is praised for its bold design, lightweight feel, and comfortable wearability, featuring a legible skeletonized dial and a unique composite case construction. It is powered by a COSC-certified automatic movement with a 41-hour power reserve and offers 200m water resistance. On balance, reviewers highlight the Norqain Wild ONE Skeleton 42mm as a handsome and shock-resistant statement watch, with its unique construction and bold aesthetic being key selling points.

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