Glycine CombatvsPhoibos Apollo Titanium

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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

Phoibos Apollo Titanium at true scale

Apollo Titanium

Diameter

40mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

11.2mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

MSRP

$240

lowest

$575

Movement

Automatic

Miyota 9015

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
11.15mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
Green
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$240
$575
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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.

Phoibos Apollo Titanium

The Phoibos Apollo Titanium is described as beautiful and unique by owners. Some owners note small marks appearing on the case, bracelet, bezel, and case back, though the watch is otherwise reported to be in very good condition. Overall, owners appreciate the Phoibos Apollo Titanium for its aesthetic appeal and unique design.

From video reviewers

The full titanium build is a notable strength. The spring bar placement, initially an issue for strap changes, has been addressed by Phoibos.