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Glycine Combat Sub VintagevsSeiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Glycine Combat Sub Vintage

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage for its excellent proportions and slim profile. One owner notes the lume pip on the chapter ring is slightly off-color. The power reserve is reported as inconsistent. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage highly for its value and slim wearability.

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.

Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition is widely praised for its visually striking and unique dial designs, often described as a standout feature offering significant aesthetic appeal for the price. Owners and reviewers consistently highlight the attractive blue gradients, wave patterns, and textured finishes that evoke ocean depths. The watch is generally considered comfortable to wear, with a well-proportioned case size and good build quality. Accuracy is reported as around +5 seconds per day by one owner. However, several sources point to the bracelet and clasp as a weak point, with criticisms including pin-and-collar construction, stamped clasps, and a lack of a convenient diver's extension. Some reviewers also note potential issues with bezel alignment and day/date wheel alignment. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition highly for its exceptional dial design and overall value.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub Vintage42mm
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition42.4mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub Vintage38h
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition41h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub Vintage200m
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition200m
MSRP
Combat Sub Vintage$1,750
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition$550

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
42.4mm
Thickness
12.5mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.4mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Lume
Luminous
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 4R36
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,750
$550
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