Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT BronzevsNodus Nomad

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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 Sport GMT Bronze at true scale

Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze

Nodus Nomad at true scale

Nomad

Diameter

42mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

12mm

11.7mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

48h

highest

41h

MSRP

$795

$575

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW330-2

Seiko NH34

Case

8 specs
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Bronze
Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Tan
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
Luminous
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Seiko NH34
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
48h
41h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$795
$575
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Reviews

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

Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze

Owners praise the Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze for its exceptional thinness and unique aesthetic, noting its remarkable value when found discounted. However, some owners report sub-par lume that is difficult to read at night and an inconsistent power reserve that may not reach the advertised 42 hours. One owner found it difficult to match straps with the bronze dial and noted that seawater exposure caused rapid, undesirable patina, suggesting avoidance of bronze divers for ocean use. On balance, owners value the Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze for its thin profile and aesthetic uniqueness, despite concerns about lume and power reserve consistency.

Nodus Nomad

Owners widely praise the Nodus Nomad for its excellent value, fantastic presentation, and comfortable bracelet with the NodeX micro-adjustment system, with some calling it a bargain and anticipating significant wear. One owner, however, found the Nodus Nomad to be unreasonably thick and catching on shirt cuffs. The Nodus Nomad is powered by a Seiko NH34 automatic movement, rated at 100m water resistance, and features a 38mm case. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Nomad highly for its exceptional value and comfortable wearability, making it a compelling daily driver.

From video reviewers

The Nodus Nomad's accuracy, attributed to its well-regulated Seiko movement, is a shared strength. Reviewers noted a lack of detail regarding water resistance and bracelet quality.

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