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Glycine Combat SubvsHamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto

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Combat Sub
GlycineCombat Sub
MSRP $1,850
What people say

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Glycine Combat Sub

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub for its exceptional thinness, with many noting its 10.4mm to 10.8mm profile for a diver, perfect proportions, and solid build quality that offers significant value, especially at discounted prices. Its unique aesthetic is appreciated for avoiding homage looks, and the lug design contributes to a smaller perceived wear size despite its 42mm case. Some owners report an inconsistent power reserve and sub-par lume that can be difficult to read at night, while one owner noted a slightly off-color lume pip on the chapter ring. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its refined feel, slim profile, and value proposition.

Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto for its classical design, quality finishing, and refined presence, with its silver sunburst dial and rose gold accents frequently highlighted as beautiful. The H-10 movement offers an 80-hour power reserve, and some find the 42mm case size and 12mm thickness ideal for wearability. However, legibility can be an issue due to thin hands on the reflective dial, and the laser-engraved quote on the strap is a common point of contention, with some finding it detracts from the strap's appearance. Concerns are also raised about its limited versatility for everyday wear due to its dressier style, low water resistance, and lack of crown guards. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto highly for its attractive design and value for money, particularly its movement and finishing.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub42mm
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto42mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub38h
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto80h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub200m
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto50m
MSRP
Combat Sub$1,850
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto$1,195

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Thickness
10.45mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
H-10
Power Reserve
38h
80h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$1,195
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