Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMTvsHenry Archer Nordlys

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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 Sport GMT at true scale

Combat Sub Sport GMT

Henry Archer Nordlys at true scale

Nordlys

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Thickness

n/a

11mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$795

$430

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW330-2

Miyota 9015

Case

4 specs
Thickness
n/a
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$795
$430
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Reviews

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

Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat GMT for its value, with one owner noting its compelling specs at a price point of $500-550 USD and another calling Glycine underrated for value. The watch is considered a great travel watch, and its lume lasts longer than a Seiko SKX007's. However, the bezel action is described as too rough and scratchy, though it feels distinct and solid. One owner dislikes the magnified date window and the legibility of red date digits on a black background, with another unable to read the date under any lighting conditions. The Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0380 measures 42mm x 49.5mm x 10.5mm. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0380 highly for its value proposition and travel watch utility, despite some criticisms regarding the date window and bezel action.

Henry Archer Nordlys

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Nordlys for its superb finishing, striking dial colors, and excellent value, with many noting its visual appeal rivals more expensive watches. The Miyota 9015 movement is appreciated for its high beat and reliability, and the solid build quality, sapphire crystal, and bright lume are consistently highlighted. Some owners find the bracelet clasp requires excessive force to open, and a few consider the designs generic or are hesitant about current pricing. One owner noted the bezel's knurling is slippery, and another mentioned the Miyota 9039 movement's rotor is audibly noticeable. Overall, owners rate the Henry Archer Nordlys highly for its exceptional finishing and striking dials at the price point.