Cooper Watches MWC 1970s/80s Pattern Automatic 24 Jewel Military Divers Watch with SapphirevsGlycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0094

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MWC 1970s/80s Pattern Automatic 24 Jewel Military Divers Watch with Sapphire

Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0094
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
41h
n/a
MSRP
$316
lowest
$515
Movement
Seiko NH35
Sellita SW200-1
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners report the Cooper Watches MWC 1970s/80s Pattern Automatic 24 Jewel Military Divers Watch with Sapphire has lume reminiscent of aircraft gauges and praise its bezel text against the matte black ceramic. One owner finds their Cooper watch solid, giving it a 7/10 and noting good construction and movements but suggests it isn't for rough handling. Another owner notes the watch is about 2mm thicker than a Rolex Submariner due to tritium vials. On balance, owners appreciate the Cooper Watches MWC 1970s/80s Pattern Automatic 24 Jewel Military Divers Watch with Sapphire for its distinctive lume and bezel text.
The Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0094 is praised for its slim profile, measuring 10.4mm thick with inward-bending lugs that contribute to comfortable wear on smaller wrists. Owners report excellent timekeeping, with one noting accuracy around 0.01 seconds per day. The lume is noted to last longer than a Seiko SKX007, although visibility of individual markers can vary, and one owner observed slight underapplication on the 6 o'clock marker. The watch is widely available for around $300-$340, though some retailers list it significantly higher. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0094 highly for its comfortable wearability and accurate timekeeping at its accessible price point.
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