Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief Purist GL0474vsGlycine Combat

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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 Purist GL0474 at true scale

Airman Vintage The Chief Purist GL0474

Glycine Combat at true scale

Combat

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Thickness

n/a

11.2mm

Water Resistance

30m

200m

highest

MSRP

$905

$240

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW330-2

Automatic

Case

3 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Thickness
n/a
11.15mm
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$905
$240
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Reviews

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Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief Purist GL0474

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief Purist 40mm Automatic Watch GL0474 for its historical connection to aviators, its blue dial, and the unique 24-hour time display. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the stunning gilt dial and hands, excellent lume, and nicely finished case and bezel. The 40mm size is considered ideal by many, and the Purist model's omission of a GMT hand adheres to the original Airman design. While the original leather strap was soft and comfortable, some owners have experimented with alternative bracelets. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief Purist 40mm Automatic Watch GL0474 highly for its authentic pilot watch design and attractive gilt detailing.

Glycine Combat

Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Quartz 40mm Watch for its quality feel, good finishing, and sapphire crystal, noting its comfortable bracelet and excellent value, especially given its Swiss-made origin. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its sleek, thin profile and well-executed dial layout that avoids clutter. One owner finds it a great, reliable quartz daily watch for the price, though they dislike the Mercedes hands. Another owner suggests the unique yellow dial variant justifies a higher price point. The Glycine Combat Quartz 40mm Watch is considered a well-styled watch with great heritage, a solid purchase despite the brand's acquisition. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Quartz 40mm Watch highly for its quality finishing and value at the price point.