Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMTvsSTEELDIVE SD1988

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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

STEELDIVE SD1988 at true scale

SD1988

Diameter

42mm

55.7mm

Thickness

n/a

15.2mm

Water Resistance

200m

1200m

highest

MSRP

$795

$339

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW330-2

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
55.7mm
Thickness
n/a
15.2mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Ceramic
Water Resistance
200m
1200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$795
$339
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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.

STEELDIVE SD1988

Owners widely praise the STEELDIVE SD1988's case finishing, noting it is surprisingly good for the $180 price point, with circular brushing on top and notably better linear brushing on the case back. The lume is also considered excellent. The watch features a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and has a 1200m water resistance rating. Its large 55.7mm case size is noted as a potential challenge for photography. On balance, owners rate the STEELDIVE SD1988 highly for its exceptional value, particularly the finishing and lume at its accessible price.