Glycine Combat Classic GL0455vsHamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic

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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 Classic GL0455 at true scale

Combat Classic GL0455

Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic at true scale

Jazzmaster Performer Automatic

Diameter

43mm

38mm

Thickness

n/a

11.5mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$540

lowest

$1,245

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Hamilton H-10

Case

4 specs
Diameter
43mm
38mm
Thickness
n/a
11.47mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Hamilton H-10
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$540
$1,245
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Reviews

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

Glycine Combat Classic GL0455

Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Classic 43mm Automatic Watch GL0455 as a versatile quasi-field watch with a cream dial that pairs well with various straps, and some consider Glycine the best value Swiss brand for its heritage and automatic movements. The 43mm case size is noted by some owners as potentially wearing large, even compared to other 43mm watches, and may be a drawback for those preferring smaller timepieces. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Classic 43mm Automatic Watch GL0455 highly for its value proposition and versatile design.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic for its clean look, comfort, and stylish design, with one owner noting accuracy averaging just over 2 seconds per day. The 38mm case size is generally considered wearable, though one owner found the 34mm variant too small. A common point of contention among enthusiasts is a dislike for open-heart designs, which some find cluttered. One owner reported an internal movement failure causing the time to jump back, which was resolved through service. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic highly for its comfort and attractive design at its price point.