Halios
Vancouver, Canada · Est. 2009
Founded by Jason Lim
Halios is a Canadian independent watch brand founded in 2009 by Jason Lim in Vancouver, British Columbia, producing high-quality diver and field watches in limited quantities. Known for exceptional value and quality finishing, the Seaforth and Universa series are frequently cited as benchmarks in the micro-brand dive watch segment.
- Founded
- 2009
- Headquarters
- Vancouver, Canada
- Group
- Independent
- Price Segment
- Entry
- Status
- Active
Key Collections
- Seaforth — Halios' signature dive watch line, built around a compact, enthusiast-friendly tool-watch formula with titanium construction, 200m water resistance, and multiple dial and bezel configurations that keep it central to the brand's identity.
- Universa (2026) — Halios' more restrained everyday watch line, pairing a slim 38mm stainless-steel case with clean dial execution and a versatile profile that bridges sport-watch practicality and dressier wear.
- Fairwind — Upcoming Halios series noted by the brand as a planned project, with current official references indicating it is still in planning and not yet in production.
Timeline
- 2009 — Jason Lim founds Halios in Vancouver, Canada, driven by a passion for dive watches and the online watch community.
- 2015 — The Seaforth is launched, becoming a cult favourite among micro-brand enthusiasts for its design and quality-to-price ratio.
- 2020 — Universa is introduced as a slimmer, more versatile daily wearer, expanding Halios beyond pure dive watches.
- 2022 — Fairwind launches, adding a GMT-inspired travel watch to the Halios lineup.
Frequently Asked Questions about Halios
- Why are Halios watches so hard to get?
- Halios produces watches in small batches to maintain quality control. New releases sell out within minutes, creating a strong secondary market. Jason Lim intentionally keeps production limited.
- Where are Halios watches made?
- Designed in Vancouver, Canada, with components manufactured in Asia, Switzerland, Germany, and the US. Final quality control and testing take place in Vancouver.
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