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Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT BronzevsRolex Sky-Dweller

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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.

Rolex Sky-Dweller

Owners widely praise the Rolex Sky-Dweller for its unique annual calendar and dual time zone complications, with many considering it a standout value within the Rolex lineup due to its complexity and rarity. Reviewers highlight its exceptionally good fit and finish, noting crisply defined dial markers and hands. The 42mm case size is a frequent point of discussion among owners, with some finding it wears smaller than expected and others deeming it too large or top-heavy for everyday wear, especially on smaller wrists. Availability is a significant issue, with certain configurations, like the green dial on Jubilee or stainless steel blue dial, being extremely difficult to obtain from authorized dealers, leading to high grey market prices. Opinions are split on the two-tone variant, with some viewing it as a beautiful jewelry piece and others preferring full steel for a more timeless look.

From video reviewers

The Saros annual calendar and Ring Command bezel are ingenious mechanical features. The dual-time functionality is ideal for travelers. The secondary market price significantly exceeds MSRP.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze42mm
Sky-Dweller42mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze48h
Sky-Dweller72h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze200m
Sky-Dweller100m
MSRP
Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze$2,995
Sky-Dweller$17,750

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Bronze
Yellow Rolesor
Finish
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Indices
Index
Lume
Luminous
Chromalight

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Rolex 9002
Power Reserve
48h
72h
Jewels
25
40
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
GMT, Date
GMT, Annual Calendar, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,995
$17,750
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