Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0380vsSpinnaker Dumas Automatic

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Measurements
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Men's Combat Sub Sport GMT 42mm Automatic Watch GL0380

Dumas Automatic
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Thickness
n/a
15mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
MSRP
$795
$239
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW330-2
Seiko NH35
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Dumas Automatic for its robust build quality, attractive textured blue dial, and excellent finishing for its price point. The watch is noted for its comfortable wearability, attributed to a short lug-to-lug distance, and owners report positive experiences with the Seiko NH35 movement. Some owners mention a mineral crystal instead of sapphire, a bracelet with a learning curve, and a crown that feels slightly small. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Dumas Automatic highly for its aesthetic appeal and solid construction at a fair price.
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