Glycine Combat Sub VintagevsSpinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie
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Measurements
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Combat Sub Vintage
Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
51mm
Thickness
12.5mm
lowest
13mm
Water Resistance
200m
highest
150m
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$540
$425
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH35
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
5 specsMovement
5 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 are split on build quality, with one reporting disappointing finishing and a misaligned bezel, while another praises robust construction and beauty. The Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie is noted by one owner as being large. The watch offers good value with unique design elements celebrating its Scottish theme, featuring a blue mother-of-pearl dial and a hidden Nessie silhouette. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie to be a good value with unique design elements, though build quality perceptions vary.
The blue Mother-of-Pearl dial with "Nessie" easter eggs is a distinctive design element. The 43mm case size may be substantial for smaller wrists.
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