Glycine Unisex Combat Sub Bronze 39mm Automatic Watch GL0517vsTissot Seastar 1000

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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 Unisex Combat Sub Bronze 39mm Automatic Watch GL0517 at true scale

Unisex Combat Sub Bronze 39mm Automatic Watch GL0517

Tissot Seastar 1000 at true scale

Seastar 1000

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Thickness

11.2mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$615

lowest

$875

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Tissot Powermatic 80

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11.2mm
12.48mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Material
Bronze
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
Graded grey-black
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Tissot Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$615
$875
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Reviews

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Glycine Unisex Combat Sub Bronze 39mm Automatic Watch 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.

Tissot Seastar 1000

Owners widely praise the Tissot Seastar 1000 for its value, solid build, and 300m water resistance, with reviewers highlighting its comfortable wearability and affordable price point for a sporty diver. Some owners find the bezel difficult to use and note glare from the crystal, while others criticize the lume and bracelet quality, with one owner describing the clasp as flimsy. Accuracy figures for the quartz models are excellent, and the Powermatic 80 movement is considered reliable. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Seastar 1000 highly for its strong value proposition as a sporty, affordable everyday watch.

From video reviewers

The 80-hour power reserve from the Powermatic 80 movement is a significant strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

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