Aigi Watches ARCTIC DIVERvsGlycine Combat Sub Bronze

The measurements

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Aigi Watches ARCTIC DIVER at true scale

ARCTIC DIVER

Glycine Combat Sub Bronze at true scale

Combat Sub Bronze

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

11.9mm

10.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

41h

highest

38h

MSRP

$480

lowest

$1,650

Movement

Seiko NH35

Sellita SW200-1

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
11.95mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Finish
n/a
n/a
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
white
Champagne
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
41h
38h
Jewels
0
26
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$480
$1,650

What people say

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Aigi Watches ARCTIC DIVER

The Aigi Watches ARCTIC DIVER is considered a decent value for its Kickstarter price, featuring a Seiko NH35 movement and 200m water resistance. However, its 41mm case size and 49mm lug-to-lug are described as chunky by some owners, and there are questions about the long-term viability of a Kickstarter brand. Overall, owners view the Aigi Watches ARCTIC DIVER as a solid watch for its price point, with its value proposition being a key draw.

Glycine Combat Sub Bronze

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Bronze for its beautiful and unique patina development, comfortable thin 10mm case, and extraordinary lume. The watch is considered a fun and good value at its price point, with a cool bezel insert and a surprisingly accurate movement. Some owners dislike the shiny, non-bronze buckle, while opinions are split on the dial's gradient, with some appreciating its changing appearance and others disliking it. One owner notes the crown can be slightly difficult to screw down. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Bronze highly for its attractive bronze patina and slim, comfortable wearability at an accessible price.

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