Glycine Men's Combat Classic Open Heart 40mm Automatic Watch GL0121vsOrient Bambino Version 7 (40.5mm)


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Measurements
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Men's Combat Classic Open Heart 40mm Automatic Watch GL0121

Bambino Version 7 (40.5mm)
Diameter
40mm
40.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.5mm
Thickness
12mm
lowest
12.3mm
Water Resistance
50m
highest
30m
MSRP
$595
$295
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Orient F6724
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Glycine Men's Combat Classic Open Heart 40mm Automatic Watch GL0121 is praised for its dress watch aesthetic and the character provided by the open heart complication. Owners report comfortable wear, visible lume, and good value for a Swiss-made timepiece. One owner notes the 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Classic Open Heart 40mm Automatic Watch GL0121 highly for its dressy character and value.
Owners widely report the Orient Bambino Version 7 (40.5mm) offers excellent value, with some preferring its Roman numerals and blue hands. However, the 40.5mm case size and 20mm or 21mm lug width are frequently cited as potentially too large for smaller wrists, particularly for a dress watch, and some owners wish the date wheel color matched the dial. One owner appreciates the strap and deployant clasp, noting it becomes comfortable after breaking in. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino Version 7 (40.5mm) highly for its value and sharp looks, though its size is a common point of consideration.
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