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Glycine Combat Sub VintagevsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Combat Sub Vintage
GlycineCombat Sub Vintage
MSRP $1,750
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub Vintage42mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub Vintage38h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub Vintage200m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Combat Sub Vintage$1,750
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,750
$699

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What people say

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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.

Vaer D5 Tropic Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto for its excellent value, vintage aesthetic, and comfortable 39mm size that wears larger. Specific highlights include the bezel's satisfying click action and subtle shine, beautifully finished lugs that pair well with a jubilee bracelet, and a dynamic black and cream dial with a unique date feature. The incorporation of brushed steel, quick-release spring bars for easy strap changes, and good timekeeping are also frequently mentioned positives. The Vaer D5 Tropic Auto is considered good value with excellent water resistance, making it a great daily wear, and its fit and finish are often compared favorably to brands like Hamilton and Tissot. On balance, owners rate the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto highly for its blend of vintage styling, practical features, and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial design is a standout feature. The Miyota automatic movement is also noted.

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