Glycine Combat SubvsRolex Submariner Date

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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

Rolex Submariner Date at true scale

Submariner Date

Diameter

42mm

41mm

Thickness

10.4mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

38h

70h

highest

MSRP

$515

lowest

$19,450

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

3235

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
10.45mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Rolesor
Finish
n/a
18 kt yellow gold
Water Resistance
200m
300m
Caseback
n/a
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
3235
Power Reserve
38h
70h
Jewels
26
31
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$515
$19,450
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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 thinness, with sources noting case thicknesses around 10.4mm to 10.8mm, perfect proportions, and a refined aesthetic that avoids homage designs. Many highlight its significant value, especially at discounted prices, and its solid build quality. 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 blend of wearability and value.

From video reviewers

The Glycine Combat Sub offers good value at its price point, with reviewers highlighting its attractive design and comfortable wear. However, multiple reviewers noted areas where cost-saving measures are apparent in the build quality.

Rolex Submariner Date

The Rolex Submariner Date is widely appreciated for its functional date complication and iconic cyclops lens, which some owners find essential for daily use. However, a significant portion of the community prefers the no-date Submariner for its cleaner, more symmetrical dial aesthetic and perceived historical accuracy. On balance, owners value the Submariner Date for its practicality, though its visual appeal is a point of division compared to the no-date variant.

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