CWC Mellor-72 MechanicalvsGlycine Combat Field GL0583

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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.

Mellor-72 Mechanical

Combat Field GL0583
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
n/a
Thickness
11mm
lowest
11.4mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
40h
n/a
MSRP
$761
$360
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW210-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely appreciate the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) Mellor-72 Mechanical Watch for its authentic, utilitarian military aesthetic and pleasingly simple dial. Reviewers praise its historical significance and the satisfying winding action of its Sellita SW210-1 manual-wind movement. Some owners find the 38mm case size wears smaller, while others note the tonneau case suits active wear well on a NATO strap. Accuracy is reported as acceptable, with one owner noting +6 seconds per day. Caveats include basic finishing not intended for close examination and lume on the skinny hands that could be improved. The fixed lug bars are a point of contention for some, and the Hesalite crystal, while contributing to vintage charm and historical accuracy, is fragile and the 50m water resistance does not position it as a true "beater" watch. One reviewer criticizes the Arabic numerals' serifs as deviating from the original design.
Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Field 40mm Automatic Watch GL0583 for its excellent finishing and wearability, with some noting its accuracy and reliable Sellita SW200 movement is comparable to other respected brands. One owner finds the "COMBAT" text on the dial unappealing. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Field 40mm Automatic Watch GL0583 highly for its impressive finishing and value.
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