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Sinn 903 St IIvsGlycine Combat Sub

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903 St II
Sinn903 St II
MSRP $3,942

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Sinn 903 St II

The Sinn 903 St II is widely praised for its robust build quality, over-engineered feel, and strong value proposition, featuring 200 meters of water resistance and a La Joux-Perret L110 column-wheel chronograph movement. Owners appreciate the hybrid ceramic lume and the practical functionality of the slide rule operated by the bezel. However, reviewers note that the busy slide-rule dial can make time-reading challenging, with some finding the chronograph hand's placement over the "12" numeral less refined. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Sinn 903 St II highly for its exceptional build quality and value, particularly its robust water resistance and functional slide rule at its price point.

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

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
903 St II41mm
Combat Sub42mm
Power Reserve
903 St II60h
Combat Sub38h
Water Resistance
903 St II200m
Combat Sub200m
MSRP
903 St II$3,942
Combat Sub$1,850

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
14.5mm
10.45mm
Finish
polished / satinized

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret L110
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
60h
38h
Complications
Date, Chronograph
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,942
$1,850
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