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

38h

MSRP

$845

$515

lowest

Movement

ETA 2824-2

Sellita SW200-1

Case

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

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
Gradient Gray to Black
Black
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
BGW9
Luminous

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Jewels
0
26
Complications
None
Date

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

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub for its exceptional thinness, with sources noting case thicknesses around 10.4mm to 10.8mm, perfect proportions, and a refined aesthetic that avoids homage designs. Many highlight its significant value, especially at discounted prices, and its solid build quality. 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 blend of wearability and value.

From video reviewers

The Glycine Combat Sub offers good value at its price point, with reviewers highlighting its attractive design and comfortable wear. However, multiple reviewers noted areas where cost-saving measures are apparent in the build quality.

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