Glycine CombatvsSeiko Prospex Alpinist

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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

Seiko Prospex Alpinist at true scale

Prospex Alpinist

Diameter

40mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

11.2mm

lowest

12.9mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

70h

MSRP

$240

lowest

$503

Movement

Automatic

Seiko 6R35

Case

3 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.15mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
None
LumiBrite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
0h
70h
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$240
$503
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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.

Seiko Prospex Alpinist

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Alpinist for its excellent 38mm case size and versatile design, making it a capable everyday and business-casual watch. The dark green sunburst dial is a standout feature, described as dynamic and beautifully textured. Its character is further enhanced by the compass bezel and gold indices, and it is considered a great "GADA" (Go Anywhere, Do Anything) watch and a "strap monster" adaptable to various bands. One owner notes the gold tone is less convincing than solid gold alternatives. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Alpinist highly for its appealing design and wearability at the price point.