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Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT BronzevsPhoibos Wave Master GMT

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Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze
GlycineCombat Sub Sport GMT Bronze
MSRP $2,995
Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze42mm
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze48h
Wave Master GMT40h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze200m
Wave Master GMT200m
MSRP
Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze$2,995
Wave Master GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Bronze
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
SII NH34
Power Reserve
48h
40h
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,995
$399

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What people say

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Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze

Owners report the Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze offers a unique aesthetic and remarkable value, often found at significant discounts. One owner notes difficulty matching straps with the bronze dial and that seawater exposure can cause rapid, undesirable patina, suggesting regular cleaning mitigates issues. Another owner flags sub-par lume that is difficult to read at night and an inconsistent power reserve that may not reach the advertised 42 hours. On balance, owners value the Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze for its unique aesthetic and strong value proposition, though lume and power reserve performance are noted concerns.

Phoibos Wave Master GMT

The Phoibos Wave Master GMT is widely praised for its attractive design, comfortable 20mm tapering bracelet, and wearability on a 7" wrist, with owners finding it a strong value proposition at $220. Some minor finishing flaws, such as slightly crooked markers and off-center dial numbers, are noted by one owner, while accuracy averages around 5-10 seconds over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master GMT highly for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Wave Master GMT's notable feature is its 200M water resistance. A drawback is the rattle of the bracelet. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer noting its significant weight for a 39.5mm case diameter, but the other reviewer doesn't mention any specific weaknesses or trade-offs.

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