Glycine Combat Sub SportvsZelos Swordfish 40mm

Swordfish 40mm
ZelosSwordfish 40mm

Ref. swordfish-40mm-bronze-emerald-green·MSRP $349

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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

Zelos Swordfish 40mm at true scale

Swordfish 40mm

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

11.2mm

lowest

12mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$540

$349

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko NH35

Case

7 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11.2mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH35
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$540
$349
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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.

Zelos Swordfish 40mm

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 40mm for its exceptional value, tool-watch aesthetic, and solid construction, with many highlighting the comfortable wearability and well-executed design. The bracelet is frequently noted as easy to size and comfortable, and the Seiko NH35 movement is considered reliable, with one owner reporting remarkable accuracy of +/- 1 second per day. Some reviewers and owners, however, point to sharp edges on the bracelet clasp or edges and a stiff bezel action. The Zelos Swordfish 40mm is also available in various materials like bronze and titanium, and features unique dial options such as meteorite and full lume. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 40mm highly for its impressive build quality and distinctive design at its price point.

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