Glycine CombatvsZelos Helmsman SS 'Teal MOP'

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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 Helmsman SS 'Teal MOP' at true scale

Helmsman SS 'Teal MOP'

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46.5mm

Thickness

11.2mm

lowest

11.5mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$240

lowest

$699

Movement

Automatic

Miyota 9015

Case

3 specs
Thickness
11.15mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.5mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
None
Superluminova C3/ BGW9 X1 Grade

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$240
$699
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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 Helmsman SS 'Teal MOP'

Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman SS 'Teal MOP' for its stunning and "insane" teal mother-of-pearl dial, which looks significantly better in person than in photos. The watch is noted for its excellent fit and finish, comfortable wearability, and good value as a microbrand offering. One owner reported the Miyota 9015 movement running accurately at +2 seconds per day. However, legibility in bright light can be an issue, and some found the bracelet edges to be a bit sharp. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Helmsman SS 'Teal MOP' highly for its unique dial and excellent value proposition.