Farer Pembroke IIvsGlycine Combat Field GL0578

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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.

Pembroke II

Combat Field GL0578
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
n/a
Thickness
11.7mm
11.4mm
lowest
Water Resistance
150m
highest
100m
Power Reserve
41h
n/a
MSRP
$660
lowest
$1,400
Movement
Sellita SW221-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
6 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Farer Pembroke II for its comfortable wearability and improved proportions due to a slimmer bezel, with one owner calling it a favorite in their collection. Reviewers note the 39mm case and 150m water resistance, powered by a Sellita SW221-1 automatic movement. One owner points out that the numerals appear near black in person, not the vivid blue shown online, and found the company's response unsatisfactory, while another reviewer flagged the gap above the crown as a quirky design feature. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Farer Pembroke II for its comfortable wearability and updated design, despite minor color discrepancies and a quirky crown gap.
Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Field 40mm Automatic Watch GL0578 for its exceptional value, thin 10.6mm case, and the smooth winding feel of its Sellita automatic movement. Reviewers and owners alike note that its finishing, accuracy, and overall movement quality surpass other automatic watches in the sub-$400 price bracket, with one owner stating no comparable watch exists at that price point. The original strap is considered subpar and is frequently replaced. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Field 40mm Automatic Watch GL0578 highly for its impressive build quality and wearability at its price point.
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