Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0186vsSeiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch Limited Edition

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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 Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0186 at true scale

Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0186

Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch Limited Edition at true scale

Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch Limited Edition

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48.6mm

Thickness

10.4mm

lowest

13.3mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

72h

MSRP

$515

lowest

$1,750

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko 6R54

Case

4 specs
Thickness
10.45mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 6R54
Power Reserve
0h
72h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$515
$1,750
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Reviews

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Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0186

Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0186 for its value, often noting its sub-$300 price point and reliable Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its robust construction, with one owner reporting it has endured range use, diving, and drops. The watch is considered a distinct design, not an homage, and is recommended as a more affordable alternative to other dive watches. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0186 highly for its exceptional value and proven durability.

Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch Limited Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch Limited Edition is widely praised for its excellent quality and finishing for its price, with reviewers highlighting its beautiful case, bracelet, and Lumibrite lume. Owners appreciate the comfortable 42mm case size and the 4 o'clock crown position. The watch features a sapphire crystal and uses the in-house 6R54 automatic movement with a three-day power reserve. Some reviewers note that the GMT function is secondary and that the bezel clicks are quieter than expected. The 4:30 date window splits opinion among enthusiasts, and it is described as a "caller GMT" rather than a true "traveller GMT." Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch Limited Edition highly for its excellent value, quality finishing, and comfortable wearability.

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