Esoteric Watches BathyalvsGlycine Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0380

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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.

Esoteric Watches Bathyal at true scale

Bathyal

Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0380 at true scale

Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0380

Diameter

44mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

n/a

Thickness

14mm

n/a

Water Resistance

600m

highest

200m

MSRP

$599

lowest

$795

Movement

Miyota 9015

Sellita SW330-2

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
14mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Water Resistance
600m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Sellita SW330-2

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.

Esoteric Watches Bathyal

The Esoteric Watches Bathyal Oscuro is praised for its attractive and unique design, comfortable wearability, and tool watch functionality. Owners report it is well-made with attention to detail. One reviewer notes potential confusion with the "Eso" branding and concerns about the long-term durability of the matte black DLC coating. The watch features a Miyota 9015 automatic movement, 600m water resistance, and a 44mm case. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Esoteric Watches Bathyal highly for its attractive design and tool watch functionality at its price point.

Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0380

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat GMT for its value, with one owner noting its compelling specs at a price point of $500-550 USD and another calling Glycine underrated for value. The watch is considered a great travel watch, and its lume lasts longer than a Seiko SKX007's. However, the bezel action is described as too rough and scratchy, though it feels distinct and solid. One owner dislikes the magnified date window and the legibility of red date digits on a black background, with another unable to read the date under any lighting conditions. The Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0380 measures 42mm x 49.5mm x 10.5mm. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0380 highly for its value proposition and travel watch utility, despite some criticisms regarding the date window and bezel action.