Glycine CombatvsSternglas Merion

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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

Sternglas Merion at true scale

Merion

Diameter

40mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49mm

Thickness

11.2mm

lowest

14mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

41h

MSRP

$240

lowest

$701

Movement

Automatic

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
11.15mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
Luminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
0h
41h
Jewels
0
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$240
$701
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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.

Sternglas Merion

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Merion for its distinct 60s style, attractive dial colors, and classic compressor-style case, noting it offers great value and is not underwhelming in person. One owner vouches for Sternglas quality, describing their Merion as beautiful with clean lines and good build quality. The Merion features a highly readable sapphire crystal and a comfortable 41mm case. Overall, owners rate the Sternglas Merion highly for its design and value at the price point.

From video reviewers

The value proposition of the Sternglas Merion is consistently praised by reviewers. Reviewers disagree on whether the Sternglas Merion is the best dive watch under €500.