Batavi Watches Amsterdam AquamarinevsGlycine Combat Sub Vintage
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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.
Aquamarine
Combat Sub Vintage
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Thickness
11mm
lowest
12.5mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m
highest
Power Reserve
44h
highest
38h
MSRP
$486
lowest
$540
Movement
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW200-1
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
5 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Batavi Watches Amsterdam Aquamarine is praised for its original design and value, featuring a 39mm case with a hollowed mid-case and concave bezel. Reviewers note the Miyota 9039 movement offers standard accuracy of -10/+30 seconds per day. Some critiques mention the pull-out crown is short and overly polished, and the hollowed-out case flanks are a bit rough with a coarse finish. Overall, owners rate the Batavi Watches Amsterdam Aquamarine highly for its original design and value at the price.
The Glycine Combat Sub Vintage is widely praised by owners for its perfect proportions and slim profile, with one owner noting a thinness of 10.4mm. The unique, non-homage design is a significant draw. However, some owners report sub-par lume and inconsistent power reserve. One owner of a 39mm variant also noted a slightly off-color lume pip on the chapter ring. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage highly for its wearability and distinct design at its price point.
The slim 10.5mm thickness is a consensus strength. Reviewers noted the two-tone option as an aesthetic appeal. No consensus weakness was identified.
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