Glycine Combat Sub SportvsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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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 Sport at true scale

Combat Sub Sport

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 at true scale

SOMBRERO 90-011

Diameter

39mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45.5mm

Thickness

11.2mm

lowest

12.4mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

38h

42h

highest

MSRP

$540

lowest

$980

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Miyota 9039

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
11.2mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45.5mm
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Dome
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
Luminous
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$540
$980
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Reviews

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

Glycine Combat Sub Sport

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Sport for its thinness, with various sources citing measurements between 10.4mm and 10.8mm, and its comfortable wearability due to contoured lugs that make it feel smaller than its 39mm case size. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its value, with some considering it the best dive watch under $400 and noting its refined finishing and smooth winding action. However, opinions are mixed on its design, with some finding it unique and others plain or questioning its homage status. Lume quality is a point of contention, with some finding it subpar and hard to read at night, while others describe it as marginally better than a Seiko SKX007. Some owners have also reported inconsistent power reserve or stem issues. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Combat Sub Sport highly for its exceptional thinness and value proposition at the price point.

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its delightful dials, blued hands, and refined aesthetic, with many highlighting the quality finishing and vintage-style design as great value for its price. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned strengths, and one owner found the dive bezel useful for timing minutes. However, one owner notes it is "pretty thick in regards to height," and minor criticism was leveled at the handset finish and crown edges, with visibility issues arising from the indices and handset sharing a similar color. Accuracy can range from -10 to +30 seconds per day with the Miyota 9039 movement. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its stunning appearance and blend of vintage and modern design at a competitive price.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

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