Glycine Combat Sub VintagevsVenezianico Nereide Turchese
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Measurements
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Combat Sub Vintage
Nereide Turchese
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12.5mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$540
lowest
$1,331
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
4 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.
The Venezianico Nereide Turchese is widely praised for its gorgeous and impressive dial quality and finishing, with owners finding it suitable for everyday wear on its bracelet, though one owner notes it can be a bit flashy. Some owners express a desire for a thinner, more accurate movement and a smaller diameter option. Overall, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide Turchese highly for its stunning dial design and impressive quality at its price point.
The unique natural turquoise dial is a standout feature, with each disc carefully selected from a lump of the mineral, giving the watch an individual character. A weakness of the watch is its relatively limited production run, which the reviewer notes will likely sell out quickly. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer suggesting it may be a case of style over substance due to its $1,000 price point, while another reviewer did not mention the price as a concern.
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