Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0091vsMido Ocean Star 200C

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Measurements
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Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0091

Ocean Star 200C
Diameter
42mm
42.5mm
Thickness
11mm
lowest
12.3mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
n/a
80h
MSRP
$540
lowest
$1,360
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Caliber 80
Case
2 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0091 is noted for its exceptional value, with owners reporting it available at Costco for $300, far below its typical retail price. One owner points out the case dimensions are 42mm x 49.5mm x 10.5mm and that the design is original. A minor flaw noted by one owner is slightly underapplied lume at the 6 o'clock position, and lume is described as weak under artificial light. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0091 highly for its significant value proposition at its discounted price point.
Owners widely praise the Mido Ocean Star 200C for its excellent build quality and value, with many highlighting the matte black dial, ceramic bezel, and applied indices as attractive design elements. The watch is noted for its light titanium construction and great lume, offering good legibility and wearability, with some owners appreciating its low thickness. Accuracy is exceptional, with one owner reporting 0 to +1 second per day. However, some find the 42.5mm case size acceptable but would prefer a slightly smaller diameter, and one owner noted significant wear on the case and bezel after 3.5 months. The crown is described as slightly small, and the bezel tension as potentially a touch light. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Mido Ocean Star 200C highly for its impressive build quality and accuracy at its price point.
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