Glycine Airman SST GMT GL0312vsGlycine Airman Vintage The Chief Purist GL0474


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Measurements
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Airman SST GMT GL0312

Airman Vintage The Chief Purist GL0474
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Water Resistance
200m
highest
30m
MSRP
$3,400
$905
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW330-2
Sellita SW330-2
Case
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Glycine Men's Airman SST GMT 43mm Automatic Watch GL0312 is praised as one of the best values for a Swiss automatic GMT watch. Owners note its 1970s reissue design, referencing the brand's hometown of Bienne, Switzerland, and the dial's two black shades representing AM and PM. This model is recognized as an early purpose-built dual-time zone watch. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Airman SST GMT 43mm Automatic Watch GL0312 highly for its value and historical design cues.
Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief Purist 40mm Automatic Watch GL0474 for its historical connection to aviators, its blue dial, and the unique 24-hour time display. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the stunning gilt dial and hands, excellent lume, and nicely finished case and bezel. The 40mm size is considered ideal by many, and the Purist model's omission of a GMT hand adheres to the original Airman design. While the original leather strap was soft and comfortable, some owners have experimented with alternative bracelets. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief Purist 40mm Automatic Watch GL0474 highly for its authentic pilot watch design and attractive gilt detailing.
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