Thorn Thorn TitaniumvsGlycine Combat Sub Sport

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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.

Thorn Titanium

Combat Sub Sport
Diameter
39mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.4mm
n/a
Thickness
12.1mm
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
MSRP
$185
lowest
$540
Movement
PT5000
Sellita SW200-1
Case
5 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Cronos Thorn PT5000 Automatic 39mm Titanium Watch SHY036 for its value, with one owner calling it the best modern explorer homage under $170. The tool-free bracelet adjustment links are considered a game-changer, and the 39mm titanium case is noted as unobtrusive and keeping the watch under 11mm thick. The PT5000 movement's accuracy is a point of varied owner experience, ranging from exceptional timekeeping comparable to quartz, to running 2.8 seconds fast per day, or gaining 2.5 minutes over two weeks. Some owners express skepticism or disappointment with the PT5000 movement, with one finding it noisy and finicky, and another preferring Seiko alternatives. Overall, owners rate the Cronos Thorn PT5000 Automatic 39mm Titanium Watch SHY036 highly for its excellent value and practical bracelet features, despite mixed experiences with the PT5000 movement's accuracy.
Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport 39mm Automatic Watch GL0403 as an exceptional value, noting its sleek design and solid, tool-like build. Some owners report a minor color mismatch between the lume pip and dial lume, and one suggestion for improvement includes a clasp with tool-less micro adjustments. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport 39mm Automatic Watch GL0403 highly for its impressive design and build quality at its price point.
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