Glycine Combat SubvsZenith Defy Revival A3643

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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

Zenith Defy Revival A3643 at true scale

Defy Revival A3643

Diameter

36mm

37mm

Thickness

12mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

38h

50h

highest

MSRP

$540

lowest

$7,800

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

n/a

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
37mm
Thickness
12mm
n/a
Lug Width
18mm
n/a
Finish
n/a
Stainless steel
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
n/a
Type
Automatic
n/a
Power Reserve
38h
50h
Jewels
26
0
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$540
$7,800
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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.

Zenith Defy Revival A3643

Owners widely praise the Zenith Defy Revival A3643 for its faithful 1969 reissue, featuring a crisp silver sunburst dial, sharp hands, and a sculptural 14-sided bezel within an eight-sided case. Its 37mm size and case geometry allow it to wear vintage without feeling top-heavy, and the 300m water resistance makes it a chic dive watch. The Gay Frères-inspired ladder bracelet, though divisive, offers comfortable wear with period correctness. One owner notes the lume is significantly brighter than on other Zenith models. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting -5 seconds per day and another experiencing -10 to -15 seconds per day issues. The price is $7,800. Overall, owners rate the Zenith Defy Revival A3643 highly for its faithful reissue and comfortable wearability at the price.

From video reviewers

The octagonal case and fourteen-sided bezel are consistently praised. The 15mm thickness is considered substantial for the 37mm case size.

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