Glycine Combat SubvsYema Diver

The Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0189 is praised for its wearability on smaller wrists, attributed to its thin 10.4mm case and inward-bending lugs. Owners report its lume lasts longer than a Seiko SKX007's, though one notes the 6 o'clock lume appears slightly underapplied. The watch is noted for its sharp looks and solid build, with one owner wishing the bezel pip had a triangle. The Glycine Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0189 is available at significant discounts, often found around $300-$330. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0189 highly for its comfortable wearability and value proposition at its discounted price point.

One owner reported a water ingress issue on their Yema Diver the first time it got wet in a lake, despite rinsing and inspecting the watch and bezel. Another owner noted that this manual wind Yema Diver, while featuring a cool patina, is unlikely to be waterproof or gain value, positioning it as a fun second watch rather than an investment. Overall, owners view the Yema Diver as a fun second watch rather than an investment, with one owner experiencing a water ingress issue.