Glycine Combat Sub VintagevsLaco Himalaya 39

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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 Sub Vintage at true scale

Combat Sub Vintage

Laco Himalaya 39 at true scale

Himalaya 39

Diameter

42mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47.5mm

Thickness

12.5mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$540

lowest

$1,200

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
300m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
Black
n/a
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

4 specs
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$540
$1,200
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Glycine Combat Sub Vintage

The Glycine Combat Sub Vintage is widely praised by owners for its perfect proportions and slim profile, with one owner noting a thinness of 10.4mm. The unique, non-homage design is a significant draw. However, some owners report sub-par lume and inconsistent power reserve. One owner of a 39mm variant also noted a slightly off-color lume pip on the chapter ring. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage highly for its wearability and distinct design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The slim 10.5mm thickness is a consensus strength. Reviewers noted the two-tone option as an aesthetic appeal. No consensus weakness was identified.

Laco Himalaya 39

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Laco Himalaya 39 for its tank-like build, good fit and finish, and comfortable 39mm wearability, with many appreciating its ceramic lumed bezel and gear-shaped bezel for grip. Some owners feel it "ticks all the boxes" and offers excellent value, though one reviewer criticizes its straightforward, unimaginative design lacking a clear product identity. The Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement is noted, with one source reporting accuracy around +/-7 seconds per day and a 38-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Laco Himalaya 39 highly for its robust construction and comfortable wearability at its price point.