Glycine Men's Combat Sub Sport 39mm Automatic WatchvsZelos Swordfish 40mm Tantalum Limited Edition


Ref. swordfish-40mm-tantalum-limited-edition·MSRP $1,499
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Measurements
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Men's Combat Sub Sport 39mm Automatic Watch

Swordfish 40mm Tantalum Limited Edition
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Thickness
11.2mm
lowest
12mm
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
Power Reserve
41h
n/a
MSRP
$540
lowest
$1,499
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH35
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 40mm Tantalum Limited Edition for its solid build, awesome bracelet, firm bezel clicks, and great lume. Reviewers highlight the textured sandwich dial, case profile, bracelet quality, and bezel action, calling it a strong value. Some owners note the 40mm case wears well, though a few prefer it slightly larger, and one reviewer found the crown diameter could be larger. The Seiko NH35 movement's accuracy is noted as a potential drawback by one source. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 40mm Tantalum Limited Edition highly for its impressive build quality and value proposition.
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