Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMTvsGlycine Combat Sub Sport GMT 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.

Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT at true scale

Ascent 40 GMT

Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze at true scale

Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

12.4mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

48h

MSRP

$599

lowest

$795

Movement

Miyota 9075

Sellita SW330-2

Case

8 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
Malachite
Blue
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
BGW9 Super-LumiNova®
Luminous

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Sellita SW330-2
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
n/a
48h
Jewels
0
25
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$795
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Reviews

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

Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT (4th central GMT hand, 24-hour rotating GMT bezel, "Ascent GMT" dial text, date at 6) for its appealing price point, stunning textured dial, and excellent case and bracelet finishing, with many finding it a comfortable and robust GADA watch. The 40mm case, slim profile, and bracelet's screw links for easy sizing are frequently highlighted as strong points. Some owners note concerns about reliability due to its manufacturing origin, and one reviewer prefers the aesthetics of a competing model. A reviewer points out a lack of scratch resistance on the polished case sides and a winding action that is not as smooth as some competitors. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT (4th central GMT hand, 24-hour rotating GMT bezel, "Ascent GMT" dial text, date at 6) highly for its attractive aesthetics and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Erebus Ascent 40 GMT offers excellent proportions and a comfortable wear. The watch is competitively priced, significantly undercutting competitors. Reviewers noted the lack of a hard coating as a potential drawback.

Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze

Owners praise the Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze for its exceptional thinness and unique aesthetic, noting its remarkable value when found discounted. However, some owners report sub-par lume that is difficult to read at night and an inconsistent power reserve that may not reach the advertised 42 hours. One owner found it difficult to match straps with the bronze dial and noted that seawater exposure caused rapid, undesirable patina, suggesting avoidance of bronze divers for ocean use. On balance, owners value the Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze for its thin profile and aesthetic uniqueness, despite concerns about lume and power reserve consistency.