Glycine Men's Combat Classic Moonphase 40mm Automatic Watch GL0114vsKIWAME TOKYO ASAKUSA KUROTSUKI (黒月)

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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 Men's Combat Classic Moonphase 40mm Automatic Watch GL0114 at true scale

Men's Combat Classic Moonphase 40mm Automatic Watch GL0114

KIWAME TOKYO ASAKUSA KUROTSUKI (黒月) at true scale

KUROTSUKI (黒月)

Diameter

40mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

12mm

9.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

$595

lowest

$650

Movement

Miyota GL280

Miyota 9039

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
n/a
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
9.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Lug Width
n/a
16mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota GL280
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$595
$650
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Reviews

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Glycine Men's Combat Classic Moonphase 40mm Automatic Watch GL0114

The Glycine Men's Combat Classic Moonphase 40mm Automatic Watch GL0114 is widely praised for its attractive moon phase complication and good value, with owners highlighting its elegant 40mm case size that fits comfortably under a cuff. The watch is considered versatile, suitable for both casual and business-casual wear, and offers good dial legibility with luminous hands and indices. Some owners find the moon phase mechanism slightly annoying to set, and the included leather strap is frequently described as stiff, limiting initial wearability. Lume performance is generally rated as just "okay," with a desire for brighter illumination. Accuracy figures vary, with one reviewer noting it runs fast by 8-10 seconds per day, while another owner of a 36mm variant reported great timekeeping. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Men's Combat Classic Moonphase 40mm Automatic Watch GL0114 highly for its beautiful moon phase complication and appealing design at an affordable price.

KIWAME TOKYO ASAKUSA KUROTSUKI (黒月)

KIWAME TOKYO ASAKUSA KUROTSUKI (黒月) is widely praised for its refined multi-surface finishing and well-balanced 38mm case proportions, with owners finding it beautifully finished and exactly what they were looking for. Reviewers highlight the glossy black lacquer dial as a standout feature, noting thoughtful details like the Kaminarimon gate design on the buckle and the red seconds hand tip. The watch is powered by a Miyota 9039 automatic movement and offers 100m water resistance, with a price point of $650-$690 USD. Some reviewers note legibility can be challenged by dial reflections and express a personal preference for a hand-wound caliber, while one reviewer found the typography could be more interesting. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the KIWAME TOKYO ASAKUSA KUROTSUKI (黒月) highly for its impressive fit and finish for its price and elegant vintage-inspired design.