Chronotechna SeaQuest DivevsGlycine 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.

Chronotechna SeaQuest Dive at true scale

SeaQuest Dive

Glycine Combat Sub Vintage at true scale

Combat Sub Vintage

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.7mm

n/a

Thickness

12.4mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

41h

highest

38h

MSRP

n/a

$540

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Thickness
12.36mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.67mm
n/a
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
SLN Dark Grey X1 Grade
Luminous

Movement

4 specs
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
41h
38h
Jewels
0
25
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$540
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Chronotechna SeaQuest Dive

The Chronotechna SeaQuest Dive is commended for its distinctive "blackest black" dial, achieved with Musou paint for striking contrast, and its minimalist design that sidesteps common diver watch clichés. The watch is equipped with a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement, a 42mm steel case featuring both brushed and polished finishes, a unidirectional ceramic bezel, and 300m water resistance. However, one owner notes that the cut-out edges of the sandwich dial appear rough, suggesting potential quality control issues with dial finishing. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Chronotechna SeaQuest Dive for its unique dial and design, despite some concerns about dial finishing.

Glycine Combat Sub Vintage

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.

From video reviewers

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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