Erebus Watches ORIGIN 40vsGlycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0249

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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 ORIGIN 40 at true scale

ORIGIN 40

Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0249 at true scale

Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0249

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

12mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$499

lowest

$540

Movement

Miyota 9015

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$540
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Reviews

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Erebus Watches ORIGIN 40

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches ORIGIN 40 for its tooly brushed finish, excellent legibility with subtle red accents, and a business-like appearance. The 40mm case is noted for wearing smaller than its dimensions suggest, and the design is preferred by some for its refined hands and dial texture. The watch is available for £330/$299 and is reportedly made by San Martin, contributing to its exceptional build quality for the price. One owner questions the long-term appeal of the 13-24 date complication. There are concerns regarding Erebus's warranty service, with one reviewer presenting evidence of defective bracelet pins not being covered. Some dislike the branding, and one owner finds the design dreadfully boring. Overall, owners rate the Erebus Watches ORIGIN 40 highly for its impressive build quality and wearability at its price point.

Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0249

Owners widely appreciate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0249 for its value, often finding it for around $330, significantly below its advertised price. It is considered a versatile everyday and business-casual watch, recommended as an entry into dive watches. One owner notes the lume on the 6 o'clock marker is slightly underapplied and overall lume appeared weak, though the dial itself is otherwise perfect. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0249 highly for its value and versatility as an accessible dive watch.

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