Glycine CombatvsSTEELDIVE SD1970F

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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

STEELDIVE SD1970F at true scale

SD1970F

Diameter

40mm

43.8mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46.8mm

Thickness

11.2mm

lowest

13.5mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

41h

MSRP

$240

$139

lowest

Movement

Automatic

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
43.8mm
Thickness
11.15mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.8mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Ceramic

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$240
$139
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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.

STEELDIVE SD1970F

Owners widely praise the STEELDIVE SD1970F as an exceptional value diver, with many finding it compelling enough to wear constantly and consider it the best value diver available on AliExpress, especially given its low price point around $70-$100 AUD. Some owners note potential quality control issues when purchasing through AliExpress, and one user dislikes the current clasp, mentioning a new, fully milled version is being released. The seller suggested using a NATO or rubber strap, implying the bracelet might be too short for some wrists. Overall, owners rate the STEELDIVE SD1970F highly for its incredible value at the price point.