Glycine Unisex Combat Sub Bronze 39mm Automatic Watch GL0517vsIXDAO 5305 Elegant Professional Dive Watch V3-California dial

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Unisex Combat Sub Bronze 39mm Automatic Watch GL0517

5305 Elegant Professional Dive Watch V3-California dial
Diameter
39mm
39.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Thickness
11.2mm
lowest
12.2mm
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
MSRP
$615
$259
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
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1 specsReviews
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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.
Owners widely report issues with bezel alignment on the IXDAO 5305 Elegant Professional Dive Watch V3-California dial, with one owner deeming it within acceptable limits for mass production while another kept the watch due to its value despite the misalignment. Some owners note looser tolerances can be expected from watches on certain platforms, and one owner found uneven finishing on case sides. One owner swapped the stock Milanese bracelet due to clasp concerns, though another reported no bezel backplay. Overall, owners find the IXDAO 5305 Elegant Professional Dive Watch V3-California dial offers good value for its price, despite potential quality control inconsistencies.
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