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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsGlycine Combat Sub Vintage Bronze

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What people say

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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered

The satin-finished steel case is well-executed and aesthetically pleasing. The watch's lumières de nuit are not particularly bright, which might be a drawback for some users. Reviewers disagree on the watch's originality, with one reviewer finding it pleasing in-person and another describing it as decidedly derivative.

Glycine Combat Sub Vintage Bronze

The Glycine Combat Sub Vintage Bronze is widely praised for its exceptional value, slim profile, and attractive aesthetic development, with owners frequently highlighting its comfortable wearability and unique design. Its thin case, around 10.4-10.5mm, is a recurring point of admiration, fitting easily under cuffs. The ETA 2824 or SW200 movement is noted as reliable, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1.9 seconds per day. Lume is generally considered strong, comparable to a Seiko SKX007, though one source noted it as subpar. Some owners expressed a desire for ceramic bezel inserts, while others preferred the aluminum for its thinner profile. A few specific criticisms include a non-bronze buckle, the potential for uneven patina from seawater exposure, and inconsistent power reserve not always reaching the advertised 42 hours. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage Bronze highly for its ruggedness and value, making it a compelling choice for a durable diver's watch.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
Combat Sub Vintage Bronze42mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
Combat Sub Vintage Bronze38h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
Combat Sub Vintage Bronze200m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
Combat Sub Vintage Bronze$1,650

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Thickness
12.6mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Finish
Weathered
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Forged Carbon
Blue
Indices
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Luminous

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Jewels
0
26
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$1,650
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