Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport 39mm Automatic WatchvsPhoibos Voyager

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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 Men's Combat Sub Sport 39mm Automatic Watch at true scale

Men's Combat Sub Sport 39mm Automatic Watch

Phoibos Voyager at true scale

Voyager

Diameter

39mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45mm

Thickness

11.2mm

lowest

13.5mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

41h

n/a

MSRP

$540

$350

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Thickness
11.2mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
41h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$540
$350
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Reviews

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

Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport 39mm Automatic Watch

Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport 39mm Automatic Watch for its excellent value, with many considering it the best watch they own for its price point. Its solid build, reliability, and attractive design are frequently highlighted, alongside a surprisingly thin profile and comfortable wearability for daily use. Some owners report accurate timekeeping around +3 seconds per day, and the bezel action is described as satisfyingly clicky. One owner notes that their 4-year-old Glycine Combat Sub still exhibits excellent quality. The 39mm size is particularly favored for its sleekness and versatility, with some regretting not choosing it over larger variants. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport 39mm Automatic Watch highly for its exceptional value and well-executed design.

Phoibos Voyager

The Phoibos Voyager is praised for its attractive MOP dial that plays with light, good overall finishing, and fun octopus logo. Owners note the 39mm case is comfortable, with all components well-aligned, and describe the watch as a "tank." However, the date wheel is criticized for being illegible due to its color blending into the dial, and one owner reported the 13.5mm thick case is prone to striking objects. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Voyager highly for its attractive dial and good finishing at the price.

From video reviewers

The case finishing is a strong positive for the price. The bracelet quality and bezel action were cited as potential drawbacks. Reviewers were split on the amount of polished surfaces on the watch.