Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT GL04xx SeriesvsGlycine Combat Sub Bronze GL0517

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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 Airman Vintage The Chief GMT GL04xx Series at true scale

Airman Vintage The Chief GMT GL04xx Series

Glycine Combat Sub Bronze GL0517 at true scale

Combat Sub Bronze GL0517

Diameter

40mm

39mm

Thickness

n/a

11.2mm

Water Resistance

30m

300m

highest

MSRP

$905

$615

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW330-2

Sellita SW200-1

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
n/a
11.2mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
30m
300m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$905
$615
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Reviews

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

Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT GL04xx Series

Owners widely appreciate the Glycine Men's Airman Vintage The Chief GMT GL04xx Series for its faithful vintage-inspired design, featuring a 24-hour dial and rotating bezel for tracking a second time zone. Some owners find the "caller GMT" function on this dial design preferable to an additional hand, noting it is easy to set and adapt to. One owner, however, suggested prioritizing the traditional 24-hour hand over the caller GMT function for buyers who prefer the "old-style" Airman aesthetic. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Airman Vintage The Chief GMT GL04xx Series highly for its authentic vintage appeal and functional dual-time display.

Glycine Combat Sub Bronze GL0517

Owners widely praise the Glycine Unisex Combat Sub Bronze 39mm Automatic Watch GL0517 for its value and quality, with some calling it superior in finishing, thinness, and movement feel compared to other automatic dive watches under $400. The watch is noted for its unique bronze aesthetic and is considered a compelling alternative to more expensive divers, with one owner finding it "very beauty" and in excellent condition for the price. However, some owners report issues with dial alignment, and dissatisfaction with the original strap or bracelet clasp is a recurring point. Concerns about bronze rot from seawater exposure and strap pairing difficulties are also mentioned by one owner. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Unisex Combat Sub Bronze 39mm Automatic Watch GL0517 highly for its aesthetic appeal and perceived quality at its price point.