Glycine Combat Sub VintagevsMühle-Glashütte S.A.R. Rescue-Timer LUMEN

Ref. s-a-r-rescue-timer-lumen-rubber-strap-black·MSRP $2,395
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Measurements
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Combat Sub Vintage

S.A.R. Rescue-Timer LUMEN
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.6mm
Thickness
12.5mm
lowest
13.5mm
Water Resistance
200m
1000m
highest
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$540
lowest
$2,395
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
5 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
The slim 10.5mm thickness is a consensus strength. Reviewers noted the two-tone option as an aesthetic appeal. No consensus weakness was identified.
Owners and reviewers widely praise the Mühle-Glashütte S.A.R. Rescue-Timer LUMEN for its exceptional legibility, particularly its full-lume dial, and its robust, tool-like build that wears smaller than its 42mm case. Some owners report it as a fantastic daily beater that wears surprisingly well. One owner expressed concern about the potential long-term degradation and chipping of the rubber, questioning its impact shock resistance design, while another found the included textile strap to be too short, stiff, and cheap-looking. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Mühle-Glashütte S.A.R. Rescue-Timer LUMEN highly for its legibility and rugged, well-wearing design.
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