Glycine Combat 6 ClassicvsSeiko 6218-8971

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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 6 Classic at true scale

Combat 6 Classic

Seiko 6218-8971 at true scale

6218-8971

Diameter

36mm

37mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

44.5mm

Thickness

n/a

12mm

Water Resistance

50m

n/a

MSRP

$545

n/a

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko 6218

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
37mm
Thickness
n/a
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
44.5mm
Lug Width
n/a
19mm
Water Resistance
50m
n/a
Caseback
n/a
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
n/a
Silver
Indices
n/a
Applied

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 6218
Beat Rate
0 vph
18,000 vph
Jewels
0
35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$545
n/a
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Reviews

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

Glycine Combat 6 Classic

The Glycine Unisex Combat 6 Classic 36mm Automatic Watch GL0107 is praised for its slim profile, around 10mm to 10.6mm thick, and its 36mm diameter, which owners find advantageous for smaller wrists. Reviewers and owners note a 38-hour power reserve and a sunray-finish dial with polished steel baton hands and straight hour markers, though some find the hands get lost against the cream dial. One owner criticized the stiff leather strap and weak lume, while another pointed out the lack of AR coating on the sapphire crystal. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Unisex Combat 6 Classic 36mm Automatic Watch GL0107 highly for its wearability and value, with its slim 36mm case being a key draw.

Seiko 6218-8971

The Seiko 6218-8971 is praised for its full date window, hidden crown, and beautiful case design, with owners noting its narrow bezel that highlights the dial, a graduated chapter ring, beautiful fonts, split day/date windows, and dauphine hands. The day display at 6 o'clock is considered unique for Seiko. One owner reported that the day/date function stopped working after a service, and Seiko technicians were unable to resolve the issue. Overall, owners rate the Seiko 6218-8971 highly for its unique dial layout and attractive case design.