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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsGlycine Combat Sub Bronze

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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 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.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
Combat Sub Bronze42mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
Combat Sub Bronze38h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
Combat Sub Bronze200m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
Combat Sub 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
Champagne
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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