Glycine Combat Sub VintagevsZelos Blacktip 200m Ti

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Glycine Combat Sub Vintage at true scale

Combat Sub Vintage

Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti at true scale

Blacktip 200m Ti

Diameter

42mm

41mm

Thickness

12.5mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$540

lowest

$649

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Miyota 9015

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
n/a
n/a
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
Black
Aventurine
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$540
$649
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Reviews

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

Glycine Combat Sub Vintage

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.

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.

Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti for its comfortable 41mm titanium case, light weight, and scratch-resistant hardness coating. The unique dial options, such as the "Whirlpool" and red aventurine, are frequently highlighted for elevating the dive watch aesthetic. The smooth micro-adjust clasp and angled lugs contribute to a comfortable fit for many, and the Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its quality at the price point. Some owners find the titanium case too light, and the metal bracelet has been described as uncomfortable by one user. The bezel action is firm with a slight return, and rotor noise is noticeable. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti highly for its comfortable titanium build and distinctive dial options at the price.