Citizen Promaster Diver AutomaticvsGlycine Combat Sub Vintage Bronze

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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.

Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic at true scale

Promaster Diver Automatic

Glycine Combat Sub Vintage Bronze at true scale

Combat Sub Vintage Bronze

Diameter

44mm

42mm

Thickness

n/a

10.6mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

38h

MSRP

$469

lowest

$615

Movement

Miyota 8204

Sellita SW200-1

Case

7 specs
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
n/a
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Finish
n/a
n/a
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
None
Luminous

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8204
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
38h
Jewels
0
26
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$615
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Reviews

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

Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic

Owners widely praise the Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic for its lightweight titanium construction, comfortable wear, and good specifications for the price. One owner highlights its accuracy and dynamic dial made from recycled materials. Some find the bezel action spongy and the bracelet subpar, with the overall finish described as basic due to the brushed titanium. A reviewer notes a slightly misaligned bezel and chapter ring, expressing a preference for sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic highly for its lightweight titanium build and value, despite minor criticisms regarding finishing and bezel action.

Glycine Combat Sub Vintage Bronze

The Glycine Combat Sub Vintage Bronze is widely praised for its exceptional value, thin profile, and unique aesthetic, with owners appreciating its comfortable wearability and developing patina. Many owners highlight the watch's slim case, often noted as around 10.4mm to 10.5mm, which allows it to fit easily under shirt cuffs. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is reported to be accurate, with one owner regulating it to approximately +1.9 seconds per day. Lume is generally considered strong, though one source notes it as subpar compared to other features. Criticisms include a non-bronze buckle, a desire for ceramic bezel inserts from some users, and inconsistent power reserve for one owner. On balance, owners and the community rate the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage Bronze highly for its impressive value and comfortable, thin design.