Glycine Combat Sub VintagevsZelos Helmsman 3

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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 Helmsman 3 at true scale

Helmsman 3

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Thickness

12.5mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$540

$529

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Miyota 9015

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
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
SS - Frost
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
$529
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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 Helmsman 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman 3 for its beautiful and unique dials, with many highlighting the quality and finishing on the titanium case, which some feel is nicer than previous models. The brushed beads of rice bracelet is noted as fitting well, and the on-the-fly clasp is considered amazing. Specific dials like the Titanium Crystalline and Damascus Titanium are frequently mentioned as aesthetically pleasing and head-turning. The watch is also praised for its great lume and value for money. However, some owners report the watch can feel top-heavy and have sharp edges, making it less ideal as a daily driver for some. One owner found the meteorite bezel did not add significant value, and the stock strap's keepers and stitching detracted from the watch's appearance. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Helmsman 3 highly for its unique dial designs and excellent finishing at its price point.

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