Glycine CombatvsSan Martin Automatic Dive SN0123G
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Measurements
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Combat

Automatic Dive SN0123G
Diameter
40mm
44mm
Thickness
11.2mm
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$240
$148
lowest
Movement
Automatic
Seiko NH35
Case
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
Owners widely praise the San Martin Automatic Dive SN0123G for its exceptional value, noting fantastic lume and construction for the price, with many appreciating the sandblasted steel finish and asymmetric case design as a wicked retro look. The bezel is found useful for tracking a second time zone. However, some owners find the 44mm case too large for smaller wrists. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting a loss of about 3 seconds per day. One owner noted a crooked 6 o'clock index. Overall, owners rate the San Martin Automatic Dive SN0123G highly for its impressive finishing and tool watch utility at an accessible price point.
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