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Glycine Airman PuristvsWolbrook Skindiver Automatic

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Airman Purist
GlycineAirman Purist
MSRP $2,700
Skindiver Automatic
WolbrookSkindiver Automatic
MSRP $549

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Purist42mm
Skindiver Automatic38mm
Power Reserve
Airman Purist48h
Skindiver Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Airman Purist100m
Skindiver Automatic200m
MSRP
Airman Purist$2,700
Skindiver Automatic$549

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Green
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
48h
40h
Jewels
21
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,700
$549

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What people say

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Glycine Airman Purist

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman Purist's 39mm case size as ideal, noting it wears well, while some prefer the 36mm variant. The 24-hour dial is an engaging feature that proves easy to adapt to, particularly for those familiar with 24-hour timekeeping. Readability is a point of discussion; while some contemporary models feature stealthy, difficult-to-read hands and bezels, others, especially vintage versions and the white-dial GL0376, offer good contrast and legibility. On balance, owners appreciate the Glycine Airman Purist for its comfortable wearability and unique 24-hour dial experience, despite some legibility concerns on specific configurations.

Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic 38mm for its vintage-inspired design, compact 38mm size, and tool-like aesthetic, offering good value for its price. The watch features ridiculously bright and long-lasting lume, a clean dial, and a Miyota 9039 no-date movement. Some owners find the push-pull crown a drawback, while others note the clasp and some bracelet links can feel sharp. Opinions are split on the bracelet design, with some finding it confusing and others praising its articulation and micro-adjustments. One owner found the 40mm case felt larger than expected. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic 38mm highly for its vintage aesthetic and tool-watch appeal at a reasonable price.

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