Glycine CombatvsZelos Abyss 3000m

Abyss 3000m
ZelosAbyss 3000m

Ref. abyss-bronze-blue-dial·MSRP $820

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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

Zelos Abyss 3000m at true scale

Abyss 3000m

Diameter

40mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

51.5mm

Thickness

11.2mm

lowest

18mm

Water Resistance

200m

3000m

highest

MSRP

$240

lowest

$820

Movement

Automatic

Automatic

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
11.15mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
51.5mm
Water Resistance
200m
3000m

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$240
$820
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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.

Zelos Abyss 3000m

Owners widely praise the Zelos Abyss 3000m's beautiful sunburst dials and amazing sapphire crystals. The watch features a helium release valve and lumed crowns and bezel. One owner notes the watch wears smaller than its 20.5mm thickness suggests and is suitable for everyday wear, while another finds it a potential heirloom piece offering high value. The automatic movement, while not regulated by Zelos and running slow out of the box for one owner, was easily adjustable. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Abyss 3000m highly for its aesthetic appeal and perceived value.