Glycine Combat SubvsRatio FreeDiver GMT Series

FreeDiver GMT Series
RatioFreeDiver GMT Series

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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 Sub at true scale

Combat Sub

Ratio FreeDiver GMT Series at true scale

FreeDiver GMT Series

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Thickness

n/a

13.6mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

40h

MSRP

$595

$170

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko NH34

Case

3 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
n/a
13.6mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH34
Power Reserve
0h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$595
$170
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Reviews

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

Glycine Combat Sub

Owners widely appreciate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0249 for its value, often finding it for around $330, significantly below its advertised price. It is considered a versatile everyday and business-casual watch, recommended as an entry into dive watches. One owner notes the lume on the 6 o'clock marker is slightly underapplied and overall lume appeared weak, though the dial itself is otherwise perfect. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0249 highly for its value and versatility as an accessible dive watch.

Ratio FreeDiver GMT Series

Owners widely praise the Ratio FreeDiver GMT Series for its exceptional value, with multiple users highlighting its sub-$150 price point as a significant draw and one owner calling it their most used watch. The lume is noted as being nearly as good as a Citizen Promaster diver, and the branding details, including the pi symbol on the second hand, are appreciated. One owner also noted the original design and mechanical GMT function impressed them with its looks and feel. Some owners find the design generic and dislike the date window's impact on proportions, while others suggest a Seiko as a more rational choice. The Ratio FreeDiver GMT Series is priced at ₹15k on Amazon India. Overall, owners rate the Ratio FreeDiver GMT Series highly for its outstanding value and impressive lume at its price point.