Glycine CombatvsHeimdallr SKX007 Applied Mechanical V2

SKX007 Applied Mechanical V2
HeimdallrSKX007 Applied Mechanical V2

Ref. heimdallr-skx007-applied-mechanical-watch-v2·MSRP $135

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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 at true scale

Combat

Heimdallr SKX007 Applied Mechanical V2 at true scale

SKX007 Applied Mechanical V2

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

11.2mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$240

$135

lowest

Movement

Automatic

Hangzhou 2553A

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.15mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Hangzhou 2553A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$240
$135
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Reviews

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

Glycine Combat

Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Combat Quartz 40mm Watch for its quality feel, good finishing, and sapphire crystal, noting its comfortable bracelet and excellent value, especially given its Swiss-made origin. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its sleek, thin profile and well-executed dial layout that avoids clutter. One owner finds it a great, reliable quartz daily watch for the price, though they dislike the Mercedes hands. Another owner suggests the unique yellow dial variant justifies a higher price point. The Glycine Combat Quartz 40mm Watch is considered a well-styled watch with great heritage, a solid purchase despite the brand's acquisition. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Men's Combat Quartz 40mm Watch highly for its quality finishing and value at the price point.

Heimdallr SKX007 Applied Mechanical V2

Owners widely praise the Heimdallr SKX007 Applied Mechanical Watch V2 for its value, with many considering it one of the best SKX homages available at a reasonable price, citing its sapphire crystal and applied indices. The lume is noted as exceptionally bright when charged, though it fades within 15-20 minutes. Some owners report improved quality and QC compared to previous versions, with specific mentions of a new milled clasp. However, one owner experienced the balance wheel stopping upon movement, suggesting a potential power delivery issue. The bracelet clasp is considered not the highest quality, a trade-off for its sub-$200 price point and feature set. Overall, owners rate the Heimdallr SKX007 Applied Mechanical Watch V2 highly for its build quality and value proposition at its price.