Archimede Watches Klassik 42 dress automatic small-seconds (round case, single subdial)vsGlycine Combat Classic Bronze

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Archimede Watches Klassik 42 dress automatic small-seconds (round case, single subdial) at true scale

Klassik 42 dress automatic small-seconds (round case, single subdial)

Glycine Combat Classic Bronze at true scale

Combat Classic Bronze

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Thickness

9.9mm

lowest

10.6mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

n/a

41h

MSRP

$960

$595

lowest

Movement

ETA 2824-2

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Thickness
9.9mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
n/a
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$960
$595
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Reviews

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Archimede Watches Klassik 42 dress automatic small-seconds (round case, single subdial)

Archimede Watches Klassik 42 dress automatic small-seconds (round case, single subdial) is described as simple and elegant, fitting well as both a casual and dress watch for less formal events. Owners note the blue hands and strap complement each other, and the watch is considered good value at USD 390. One owner found the watch a great purchase for the price but ultimately sold it to save for a different item. Some prefer the 39mm version over the 42mm, and the 42mm is available in bicolor case options. The movement is a Sellita SW 200-1, a clone of the ETA 2824-2. Overall, owners rate the Archimede Watches Klassik 42 dress automatic small-seconds (round case, single subdial) highly for its elegance and value at the price point.

Glycine Combat Classic Bronze

Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Classic Bronze 42mm Automatic Watch GL0287 for its comfortable wearability, with one owner noting it wears like a 40mm watch due to its good size and short lugs. Another owner finds the 42mm case wears large on their wrist. The bronze case is patinating less than expected for some, even with ocean exposure. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Classic Bronze 42mm Automatic Watch GL0287 highly for its comfortable dimensions and unique bronze case.