Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT BronzevsSpinnaker Tesei Mille Metri GMT

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Measurements
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Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze

Tesei Mille Metri GMT
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
52mm
Thickness
12mm
lowest
16mm
Water Resistance
200m
1000m
highest
Power Reserve
48h
n/a
MSRP
$795
$559
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW330-2
Seiko NH34
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
5 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
The Spinnaker Fleuss Midnight Black features a reliable and accurate Japanese TMI NH35 Automatic Movement with 3 Hands and Date. A potential drawback is the watch's relatively low 15 ATM water-resistance rating compared to other watches in its class. Reviewers disagree on the watch's suitability for larger wrists, with one reviewer noting a 43mm diameter and 51mm lug-to-lug fit, while the other mentions a 51mm lug-to-lug measurement.
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