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Sinn 900 DIAPALvsGlycine Combat Sub

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900 DIAPAL
Sinn900 DIAPAL
MSRP $5,000

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What people say

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Sinn 900 DIAPAL

Owners praise the Sinn 900 DIAPAL for its 24-hour GMT hand and Sinn's proprietary technologies including the TEGIMENT case, AR dehumidification, and copper phosphate tablet. The internal rotating bezel is noted as very easy to turn but prone to being knocked out of position, making it unreliable for elapsed time. Some owners find the large dial contributes to an illusion of a bigger watch. On balance, owners value the Sinn 900 DIAPAL for its advanced proprietary technologies and GMT functionality.

Glycine Combat Sub

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub for its exceptional thinness, with many noting its 10.4mm to 10.8mm profile for a diver, perfect proportions, and solid build quality that offers significant value, especially at discounted prices. Its unique aesthetic is appreciated for avoiding homage looks, and the lug design contributes to a smaller perceived wear size despite its 42mm case. Some owners report an inconsistent power reserve and sub-par lume that can be difficult to read at night, while one owner noted a slightly off-color lume pip on the chapter ring. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its refined feel, slim profile, and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Glycine Combat Sub offers good value at its price point, with reviewers highlighting its attractive design and comfortable wear. However, multiple reviewers noted areas where cost-saving measures are apparent in the build quality.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
900 DIAPAL44mm
Combat Sub42mm
Power Reserve
900 DIAPAL42h
Combat Sub38h
Water Resistance
900 DIAPAL200m
Combat Sub200m
MSRP
900 DIAPAL$5,000
Combat Sub$1,850

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
15.5mm
10.45mm
Finish
satinized

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Anthracite
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminescent
Luminous

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret L120
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Complications
GMT, Date, Chronograph, Pilot's Bezel
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,000
$1,850
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