Farr + Swit SeaplanevsGlycine Combat Sub

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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.

Farr + Swit Seaplane at true scale

Seaplane

Glycine Combat Sub at true scale

Combat Sub

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

50.5mm

n/a

Thickness

12.5mm

10.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$845

$515

lowest

Movement

ETA 2824-2

Sellita SW200-1

Case

3 specs
Thickness
12.5mm
10.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.5mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Gradient Gray to Black
n/a
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
38h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$515
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Reviews

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

Farr + Swit Seaplane

Owners widely praise the Farr + Swit Seaplane for its exceptional lume, durable construction, and legible design, highlighting its split-finish dial and comfortable red rubber strap. The ETA 2824-2 movement is noted as a strong point for its price, and the watch is appreciated for its immediate availability. One owner dislikes the deployment clasp on one of the included rubber straps. Overall, owners rate the Farr + Swit Seaplane highly for its robust build and excellent lume at the price point.

Glycine Combat Sub

The Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0530 is widely praised for its exceptional thinness at 10.4mm and its comfortable wearability on smaller wrists, often cited as a standout feature. Owners appreciate its unique, non-homage design and superior finishing for its price point, with some considering it the best automatic dive watch under $400. However, some find the "COMBAT" text on the dial unappealing, and the original strap or bracelet is frequently replaced. Reviewers and owners consistently note inconsistent power reserve figures, sometimes falling short of the advertised 42 hours, and sub-par lume readability at night. Overall, owners and community members rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0530 highly for its remarkable thinness and comfortable wearability, making it a unique offering in its segment.