Glycine Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0249vsSeiko Prospex Sea

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Measurements
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Men's Combat Sub 42mm Automatic Watch GL0249

Prospex Sea
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.9mm
Thickness
n/a
12.3mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
n/a
70h
MSRP
$595
lowest
$900
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 6R35
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its value and robust build, with many highlighting its excellent lume and attractive design. Some owners find the 41mm case size perfect, while others with smaller wrists consider it too large, thick, and heavy. The stock rubber strap is noted as uncomfortable for land wear by one owner. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its design and value at the price point.
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