Glycine Combat SubvsIXDAO Bronze Dive Watch

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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.

Glycine Combat Sub at true scale

Combat Sub

IXDAO Bronze Dive Watch at true scale

Bronze Dive Watch

Diameter

42mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

n/a

11.5mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$515

$269

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

PT5000

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
n/a
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Lug Width
n/a
21mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
PT5000

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$515
$269
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Reviews

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

Glycine Combat Sub

Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0092 as an exceptional value, with one owner noting it is available for $330 while advertised elsewhere for over $1000. The matte black dial, red bezel, and gold accents on the GL0092 are considered a successful and versatile combination, suitable for various straps. One owner reports the lume on the 6 o'clock marker is slightly underapplied, though the dial generally appears perfect. The watch's dimensions are noted as 42mm x 49.5mm x 10.5mm. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0092 highly for its remarkable value and attractive design.

IXDAO Bronze Dive Watch

Owners praise the IXDAO Bronze 39mm Automatic Dive Watch for its dial aesthetics, with some appreciating the earth tones and resemblance to luxury dive watches, and others specifically liking the Chinese numeral variant. The 39mm case is noted as being manageable on smaller wrists due to its 47mm lug-to-lug measurement. Some owners express concern over the reliability of the PT5000 movement's keyless works, while others find the original strap to be of good quality. The design is seen as a missed opportunity by some, though the symbol and Cali dial are praised. Overall, owners appreciate the IXDAO Bronze 39mm Automatic Dive Watch for its unique dial options and wearability on smaller wrists, despite some reservations about the movement.