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Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMTvsRolex Explorer II

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Combat Sub Sport GMT
GlycineCombat Sub Sport GMT
MSRP $2,995
Explorer II
RolexExplorer II
MSRP $10,600
What people say

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Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT for its solid build, slim wearability, and value, with many noting its comfortable fit due to curved lugs and thin case. Reviewers highlight its classic design, unique dial, and legible date window, while some owners report excellent bezel action and accuracy under +1 second per day after regulation. A minor criticism is a slightly off-color lume pip on the chapter ring, and one owner notes sub-par lume and inconsistent power reserve not always reaching 42 hours. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT highly for its comfortable wearability and value at the price point.

Rolex Explorer II

Owners widely praise the Rolex Explorer II for its high-contrast, legible polar dial and understated, classic toolish aesthetic, with some noting excellent accuracy around +/- 1 second per day. The bracelet is described as incredibly comfortable, and the lume is clean and stunning. However, the 42mm case size is a point of contention, with some finding it too large or flashy, while others appreciate its practical, tool-y nature or consider it a comfortable everyday wear. The bezel is noted as easily scratched, and some dislike the magnified date window for its readability at angles and aesthetic clutter. Availability at authorized dealers varies, with some experiencing long wait times and others finding immediate availability. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Explorer II highly for its legibility and understated tool watch aesthetic, despite some reservations about its size.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub Sport GMT42mm
Explorer II42mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub Sport GMT48h
Explorer II70h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub Sport GMT200m
Explorer II100m
MSRP
Combat Sub Sport GMT$2,995
Explorer II$10,600

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Thickness
10.85mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Oystersteel
Finish
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Index
Lume
Luminous
Chromalight

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
3285
Power Reserve
48h
70h
Jewels
25
34

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,995
$10,600
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