Glycine Combat Sub SportvsPompeak Sub-Aquatic

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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 at true scale

Combat Sub Sport

Pompeak Sub-Aquatic at true scale

Sub-Aquatic

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

10.8mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

38h

MSRP

$540

lowest

$915

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
10.8mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
904L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
0h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$540
$915
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Reviews

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Glycine Combat Sub Sport

Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport 42mm Automatic Watch GL0393 for its excellent value, with prices noted between $300 and $400, and consider it a strong contender for an affordable dive watch. Its wearability is frequently highlighted, particularly on smaller wrists, due to a thin 10.4mm case and inward-bending lugs. The lume is reported to be long-lasting, though one owner noted the 6 o'clock marker lume was slightly underapplied and the dial otherwise appeared perfect. Some owners wish the bezel pip had a triangle. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport 42mm Automatic Watch GL0393 highly for its impressive wearability and value proposition.

Pompeak Sub-Aquatic

The Pompeak Sub-Aquatic is widely praised for its exceptional value, with owners highlighting its 904L stainless steel construction, Swiss Sellita SW200-1 movement, and ceramic bezel insert. The fit and finish are considered superior to lesser alternatives, and the bracelet receives particular commendation. One owner specifically points to the pleasing color gradient on the waffle dial as a standout feature. Overall, owners rate the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic highly for its exceptional quality and stupendous value for money.

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