Glycine Combat Sub SportvsUnimatic Modello Uno

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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 Combat Sub Sport at true scale

Combat Sub Sport

Unimatic Modello Uno at true scale

Modello Uno

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Thickness

11.2mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

41h

n/a

MSRP

$540

lowest

$970

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko NH35

Case

2 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11.2mm
n/a

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$540
$970
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Reviews

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Glycine Combat Sub Sport

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.

Unimatic Modello Uno

Owners widely praise the Unimatic Modello Uno for its well-finished case and solid build quality at its price point, with reviewers highlighting its minimalistic, utilitarian design that feels like a technical instrument. The watch features clever case design with mirrored lines and a mix of finishes, and its matte black dial offers hypnotic light play with the sapphire crystal's anti-reflective coating. One owner notes the Super-LumiNova C3 lume is slightly uneven between the dial, hands, and bezel pearl. The Unimatic Modello Uno uses a reliable Seiko NH35 automatic movement and is 40mm. Some owners found the included bracelet and rubber strap uncomfortable, though a Unimatic nato strap was comfortable. The U1-B's tan lume and "Made in Italy" origin statement are questioned by some. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Unimatic Modello Uno highly for its distinctive minimalist design and robust build quality for the price.

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