Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport 39mm Automatic WatchvsPhoibos Apollo

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Measurements
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Men's Combat Sub Sport 39mm Automatic Watch

Apollo
Diameter
39mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Thickness
11.2mm
11mm
lowest
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
Power Reserve
41h
n/a
MSRP
$540
$460
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9015
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport 39mm Automatic Watch for its solid build, value, and wearability, with many regretting not opting for the 39mm size. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its clean dial, Swiss origin, and thin profile, with one owner noting accuracy at +3 seconds per day and another praising the bezel's click sound as excellent for its price. The watch is considered a strong alternative to more expensive options and offers great value, exceeding expectations for many. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport 39mm Automatic Watch highly for its exceptional value and well-executed compact design.
Owners widely praise the Phoibos Apollo for its unique design, outstanding lume, and overall quality, with many appreciating its value. Some owners, however, find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling and note the bracelet's lack of tapering. One owner also flagged the price as high relative to competitors. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetics and impressive lume.
The vibrant blue dial is a standout feature. The original spring bars were too close to the titanium case, preventing strap changes, but Phoibos will now include curved spring bars.
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