Glycine Airman SST GMT GL0309vsSpinnaker Cahill Automatic

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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 Airman SST GMT GL0309 at true scale

Airman SST GMT GL0309

Spinnaker Cahill Automatic at true scale

Cahill Automatic

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

51mm

Thickness

n/a

13.7mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$905

$350

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW330-2

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
n/a
13.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
51mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$905
$350
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Reviews

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

Glycine Airman SST GMT GL0309

The Glycine Men's Airman SST GMT 43mm Automatic Watch GL0309 is widely praised as an excellent value for a Swiss automatic GMT watch. Owners highlight its design, referencing the brand's hometown of Bienne, Switzerland, and its cool re-release from the 1970s. Its historical significance as an early dual time zone watch, predating the Rolex GMT Master and popular with Vietnam veterans and early astronauts, is also noted. One airline pilot considers the Glycine Airman SST GMT 43mm their daily wear and the best pilot watch ever made. The dial's two black shades represent AM and PM, with the hour hand at 6 o'clock signifying noon. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Airman SST GMT 43mm Automatic Watch GL0309 highly for its historical significance and exceptional value as a pilot's watch.

Spinnaker Cahill Automatic

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Cahill Automatic for its attractive design and good value, particularly when purchased at a discount. Its 42mm size is considered ideal for smaller wrists, and the NATO strap is a favored feature. Timekeeping is generally found to be solid, with one owner noting excellent accuracy comparable to Seikos. The maxi indices are also appreciated for legibility. However, some owners express concerns about quality control and finishing for the price, with one reporting internal component failures in two separate watches. Other noted compromises include uneven lume and the use of a mineral crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Cahill Automatic well for its attractive design and value, especially when found at a discount.