Cronos Watchdives 38mm EXD Titanium Diver WatchvsGlycine Combat Sub

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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.

Cronos Watchdives 38mm EXD Titanium Diver Watch at true scale

Watchdives 38mm EXD Titanium Diver Watch

Glycine Combat Sub at true scale

Combat Sub

Diameter

38mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

10.3mm

lowest

11.2mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$129

lowest

$225

Movement

Seiko VH31

515

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
10.35mm
11.15mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Finish
n/a
n/a
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
n/a
Green
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko VH31
515
Beat Rate
0 vph
n/a
Power Reserve
0h
n/a
Jewels
0
1
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$129
$225
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Reviews

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Cronos Watchdives 38mm EXD Titanium Diver Watch

Owners widely praise the Cronos Watchdives 38mm EXD Titanium Diver Watch for its excellent value, specifically citing the titanium case, 38mm sizing, and Seiko VH31 quartz movement. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its significant lume and AR-coated sapphire crystal. Some owners note the titanium case is less reflective than other models, and one owner found the PVD execution excellent. A few quality control issues are mentioned by one owner. Overall, owners rate the Cronos Watchdives 38mm EXD Titanium Diver Watch highly for its exceptional design and value proposition in a compact titanium package.

Glycine Combat Sub

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub for its slim profile, with multiple sources noting thicknesses around 10.4mm to 10.8mm, and its well-proportioned, non-homage design that wears comfortably. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its exceptional value and quality for the price, with one owner reporting accuracy rivaling COSC standards and exceptional durability. The bezel action is described as buttery smooth, and the dial features tasteful indices and crisp fonts, with one specific gold and blue variant lauded for its refined aesthetic. However, multiple sources flag the lume as sub-par and difficult to read at night, and some owners note inconsistent power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its exceptional value and slim, comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The slim case profile and comfortable wearability are praised. The bezel action received criticism for having slight play and a less-than-satisfying click.

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