Glycine CombatvsMKII Paradive Gen 3

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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

MKII Paradive Gen 3 at true scale

Paradive Gen 3

Diameter

40mm

41.3mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49.5mm

Thickness

11.2mm

lowest

15.5mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$240

n/a

Movement

Automatic

Seiko NE15

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
41.25mm
Thickness
11.15mm
15.54mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49.5mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko NE15
Power Reserve
0h
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$240
n/a
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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.

MKII Paradive Gen 3

Owners and reviewers widely praise the MKII Paradive Gen 3 for its excellent legibility, clean dial, and top-notch finishing, noting its comfortable, asymmetrical design and BGW9 lume. Some owners report accuracy figures ranging from +1/+2 seconds per day to +15 seconds per day, with the Seiko NE15 movement considered reliable. The watch is noted for its tactical subtlety and versatility as a military-inspired daily wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the MKII Paradive Gen 3 highly for its excellent legibility and finishing at the price.