Glycine Men's Combat Field 40mm Automatic Watch GL0578vsOak & Oscar The Olmsted 38

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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 Field 40mm Automatic Watch GL0578 at true scale

Men's Combat Field 40mm Automatic Watch GL0578

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38 at true scale

The Olmsted 38

Diameter

40mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

44.9mm

Thickness

11.4mm

10.8mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$1,400

lowest

$1,775

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW300-1

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.4mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
44.9mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Caseback
n/a
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Double-domed
AR Coating
n/a
Underside
Dial Color
n/a
Green
Indices
n/a
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW300-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
0h
42h
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,400
$1,775
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Reviews

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Glycine Men's Combat Field 40mm Automatic Watch GL0578

Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Field 40mm Automatic Watch GL0578 for its exceptional value, thin 10.6mm case, and the smooth winding feel of its Sellita automatic movement. Reviewers and owners alike note that its finishing, accuracy, and overall movement quality surpass other automatic watches in the sub-$400 price bracket, with one owner stating no comparable watch exists at that price point. The original strap is considered subpar and is frequently replaced. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Field 40mm Automatic Watch GL0578 highly for its impressive build quality and wearability at its price point.

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38 is praised for its sharp, stealthy aesthetic and excellent wearability at 38mm, featuring a durable ceramic-coated stainless steel case and a clean, no-date dial. Reviewers highlight its value at $1,475, which includes two strap options and a watch wallet. On balance, reviewers rate Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38 highly for its modern, aggressive design and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Olmsted 38 features tightly executed tolerances and an ultra-fine level of finishing. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

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