Glycine Men's Combat Sub GMT 46mm Automatic Watch GL0330vsSeiko 5KX

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Measurements
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Men's Combat Sub GMT 46mm Automatic Watch GL0330

5KX
Diameter
46mm
42.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Thickness
10.6mm
lowest
13.4mm
Water Resistance
300m
highest
100m
Power Reserve
n/a
41h
MSRP
$895
$350
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW330-2
Seiko 4R36
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Sub GMT 46mm Automatic Watch GL0330 for its excellent value, with one owner calling it a stellar watch for $425 and another highlighting it as a great entry-level Swiss Made diver. The hands offer longer-lasting lume than a Seiko SKX007, and some owners prefer its hand design over lollipop styles found on newer models. The 46mm case, despite its size, is noted as wearable due to its thin profile and reasonable lug-to-lug. However, the bezel action is described by one owner as rough and scratchy, deterring its use, and another dislikes the magnified date window with red digits on a black background. The watch features a 60-click bezel, differing from some other models. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub GMT 46mm Automatic Watch GL0330 highly for its value and unique GMT offering.
Owners widely praise the Seiko 5KX for its strong lume and value, with many reporting accuracy within +/-5 to 10 seconds per day, though some experience +/-1 second. The 42.5mm case is noted to wear smaller, and the watch offers a comfortable feel for many. Some owners are split on the bracelet quality, with opinions ranging from "cheaper side" with hollow links to "flimsy-feeling" jubilee. A few quality control issues have been reported, including a failed bezel clickspring and misaligned components. The Seiko 5KX is seen by some as a worthy successor to the original SKX, offering an upgraded movement with hacking and hand-winding capabilities, though others lament the loss of ISO certification and a screw-down crown. Overall, owners rate the Seiko 5KX highly for its excellent lume and value proposition, making it a popular choice for everyday wear.
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