Breitling Avenger Automatic GMTvsGlycine Combat Sub Box Ceramic

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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.

Breitling Avenger Automatic GMT at true scale

Avenger Automatic GMT

Glycine Combat Sub Box Ceramic at true scale

Combat Sub Box Ceramic

Diameter

43mm

41mm

Thickness

12.3mm

lowest

12.8mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

42h

highest

38h

MSRP

$4,800

$1,800

lowest

Movement

Breitling 32

Sellita SW200-1

Case

7 specs
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Thickness
12.28mm
12.75mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Ceramic
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Breitling 32
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Jewels
0
26
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
GMT
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,800
$1,800
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Reviews

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Breitling Avenger Automatic GMT

Owners widely praise the Breitling Avenger Automatic GMT for its attractive aesthetics, with specific mentions of the white dial's contrast and the overall subtle yet beautiful look. The watch is considered wearable and comfortable, with some owners finding it suitable for wrists around 6.75 inches and appreciating its slim profile. The GMT function is a key draw for many, and the timer bezel is seen by some as more useful than a 24-hour one. Accuracy is reported around +2 seconds per day by one owner. However, the 42-hour power reserve is a point of contention for some, who consider it low. The 24-hour scale on the dial is described as small and potentially difficult to read, and the 45mm case size is noted as potentially too large for many wrists. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Avenger Automatic GMT highly for its aesthetic appeal and GMT functionality, despite some reservations about its power reserve and dial legibility.

Glycine Combat Sub Box Ceramic

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Box Ceramic for its exceptional thinness, comfortable 41mm case, and unique, non-homage design, with one owner calling it the best dive watch under $400 due to superior finishing and value. The bezel action is described as solid and precise, and the dial is legible with good lume on the hands. However, multiple sources flag inconsistent power reserve, sub-par lume on the markers that fades quickly, and a subpar stock strap or bracelet. One owner reported the bezel detaching after a light bump, raising questions about build quality, while others note potential issues with the stem or anti-reflective coating. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner seeing it run about 2.5 seconds fast per day. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Box Ceramic highly for its comfortable thin case and unique design at its price point.

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