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Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT BronzevsVario Futurist

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Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze
GlycineCombat Sub Sport GMT Bronze
MSRP $2,995
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze42mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze48h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze200m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Combat Sub Sport GMT Bronze$2,995
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Bronze
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Purple
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
48h
40h
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,995
$648

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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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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