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anOrdain Fabrik GMTvsGlycine Combat Sub

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Fabrik GMT
anOrdainFabrik GMT
MSRP $1,937
Combat Sub
GlycineCombat Sub
MSRP $1,850

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fabrik GMT38mm
Combat Sub42mm
Power Reserve
Fabrik GMT42h
Combat Sub38h
Water Resistance
Fabrik GMT50m
Combat Sub200m
MSRP
Fabrik GMT$1,937
Combat Sub$1,850

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
10.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Fabrik GMT
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
SW200-1
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Jewels
26
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,937
$1,850

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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anOrdain Fabrik GMT

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Fabrik GMT for its striking purple lacquer dial. Some enthusiasts, however, feel it departs from the brand's signature enamel dials and Scottish heritage. The watch is considered good value at £1350 GBP, featuring a Swiss LJP movement and a German-made dial. One owner noted the 38mm case size felt small on an 8.5" wrist. Overall, owners rate the anOrdain Fabrik GMT highly for its unique dial and perceived value, despite some feeling it deviates from the brand's core identity.

From video reviewers

The hand-enameled dial is a significant strength. No weaknesses were cited by multiple reviewers.

Glycine Combat Sub

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub for its exceptional thinness, with many noting its 10.4mm to 10.8mm profile for a diver, perfect proportions, and solid build quality that offers significant value, especially at discounted prices. Its unique aesthetic is appreciated for avoiding homage looks, and the lug design contributes to a smaller perceived wear size despite its 42mm case. Some owners report an inconsistent power reserve and sub-par lume that can be difficult to read at night, while one owner noted a slightly off-color lume pip on the chapter ring. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its refined feel, slim profile, and value proposition.

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