Glycine Combat SubvsTrematic ZY6

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Glycine Combat Sub at true scale

Combat Sub

Trematic ZY6 at true scale

ZY6

Diameter

36mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

44mm

Thickness

12mm

11.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

38h

41h

highest

MSRP

$540

lowest

$855

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
n/a
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
44mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
Black
n/a
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

4 specs
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$540
$855
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Glycine Combat Sub

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub for its exceptional value, smooth bezel action, and refined finishing for the price. The thin case, noted as 10.4mm or 10.8mm across different variants, and downward-curving lugs contribute to comfortable wearability, with many appreciating its unique, non-homage aesthetic. However, reviewers and owners consistently flag sub-par lume and an inconsistent power reserve. Some owners also express a preference for smaller case sizes within the line, with one noting the 42mm version's size led them to gift it away. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its excellent finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Trematic ZY6

The Trematic ZY6 is praised for its fantastic appearance, particularly the blue/white dial on a bracelet, and its elegant, vintage-inspired design with applied markers. The 38mm stainless steel case is described as fully polished. However, the grainy textured dial is a point of contention for some owners, with one reporting it as a documented problem. The watch has 100m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Trematic ZY6's aesthetic appeal and refined design, though the dial texture is a divisive element.