Chronotechna NanoBlackvsGlycine Men's Combat Field 42mm Automatic Watch GL0560
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Measurements
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NanoBlack
Men's Combat Field 42mm Automatic Watch GL0560
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
n/a
Thickness
11.7mm
11.6mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
n/a
$675
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Chronotechna NanoBlack is noted for its pigment issues, with over 50% of the NanoBlack and VantaBlack pigments being rejected and requiring dial recalls and repainting. On balance, the Chronotechna NanoBlack is not rated well due to significant pigment and dial issues.
Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Field 42mm Automatic Watch GL0560 for its exceptional value, thinness, and excellent finishing, with many considering it a rugged and comfortable "forever" watch. The winding action is noted as smooth, and accuracy is reported as impressive, with one owner seeing gains of about 13 seconds per week and another finding it more accurate than their Seiko Alpinist. Some owners report inconsistent power reserves and find the lume to be sub-par, though one comparison suggests it is comparable to a Seiko SKX007. The PVD coating has been noted to hold up exceptionally well to hard use. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Field 42mm Automatic Watch GL0560 highly for its impressive build quality and wearability at its price point.
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