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Glycine Airman No. 1 PuristvsYema Rallygraf Alpine Cup Series Limited Edition

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Airman No. 1 Purist
GlycineAirman No. 1 Purist
MSRP $2,800
Rallygraf Alpine Cup Series Limited Edition
YemaRallygraf Alpine Cup Series Limited Edition
MSRP $2,390

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman No. 1 Purist36mm
Rallygraf Alpine Cup Series Limited Edition41mm
Power Reserve
Airman No. 1 Purist48h
Rallygraf Alpine Cup Series Limited Edition40h
Water Resistance
Airman No. 1 Purist30m
Rallygraf Alpine Cup Series Limited Edition50m
MSRP
Airman No. 1 Purist$2,800
Rallygraf Alpine Cup Series Limited Edition$2,390

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
41mm
Thickness
11.6mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Silver
Limited Edition
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Power Reserve
48h
40h
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,800
$2,390

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What people say

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Glycine Airman No. 1 Purist

The Glycine Airman No. 1 Purist is praised as a faithful re-creation of a historical 24-hour watch, with one owner purchasing it for $620 and viewing it as a long-term keeper due to its heritage reissue status and vintage aesthetics. The 36mm size is noted as a conversation starter. However, the acrylic crystal is prone to scratching, with one example showing a small scratch over the date window. Some community members suggest pre-Invicta models may hold value better. Overall, owners appreciate the Glycine Airman No. 1 Purist for its authentic vintage appeal and unique dial, though the acrylic crystal requires careful handling.

Yema Rallygraf Alpine Cup Series Limited Edition

The Yema Rallygraf Alpine Cup Series Limited Edition is praised for its 39mm proportions, thin profile, and retro-modern vibe, with reviewers noting decent finishing for its price point. Owners highlight the sweeping chronograph hands and good lume, though the 24-hour subdial is considered by some to be useless. The use of a K1 mineral crystal instead of sapphire is flagged as a drawback by multiple sources, and one owner finds the diver-style clasp slightly out of place. Accuracy figures and winding feel are not discussed. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Yema Rallygraf Alpine Cup Series Limited Edition for its stylish retro design and wearable dimensions at its $549 price.

From video reviewers

The in-house microrotor movement is a shared strength. Reviewers questioned the value proposition compared to alternatives.

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