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Glycine Combat SubvsSeiko Prospex Sea

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What people say

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Glycine Combat Sub

The Glycine Combat Sub is widely praised for its excellent value, thin case height (ranging from 10.4mm to 10.8mm), and comfortable wearability due to downward-curving lugs, with owners noting its quality and finishing punch well above its price point. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its smooth bezel action, crisp font, and a unique aesthetic that avoids being a direct homage. However, criticisms include sub-par lume that is difficult to read in low light and an inconsistent power reserve, with some owners suggesting it may require servicing. Opinions are split on the 42mm size, with some finding it perfect and others preferring a smaller variant. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its exceptional thinness and quality finishing at its price point.

Seiko Prospex Sea

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its excellent value, robust build, and superior lume, with many noting its comfortable wearability and faithful design recreations. Some owners report the watch can feel big, thick, and heavy on smaller wrists, while others find the sizing perfect. The bezel action is frequently highlighted as smooth and precise, often exceeding that of less expensive models. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub36mm
Prospex Sea41.7mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub38h
Prospex Sea41h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub300m
Prospex Sea200m
MSRP
Combat Sub$1,850
Prospex Sea$595

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
36mm
41.7mm
Thickness
12mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Finish
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Lume
Luminous
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 4R35
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
26
23
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$595
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