Which is cheaper, the Glycine Combat Sub or the Traska Venturer GMT?

At MSRP the Traska Venturer GMT is the cheaper of the two at $785, against $1,850 for the Glycine Combat Sub — a $1,065 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Glycine Combat Sub or the Traska Venturer GMT?

The Glycine Combat Sub wears larger at 42mm versus 40mm for the Traska Venturer GMT — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Glycine Combat Sub or the Traska Venturer GMT?

The Glycine Combat Sub is rated to 200m versus 150m for the Traska Venturer GMT.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Glycine Combat Sub or the Traska Venturer GMT?

The Traska Venturer GMT carries a 42-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Glycine Combat Sub.

What movement does the Glycine Combat Sub run compared to the Traska Venturer GMT?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Glycine Combat Sub uses the SW200-1 and the Traska Venturer GMT uses the 9075.

Side by side

Glycine Combat SubvsTraska Venturer GMT

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Glycine Combat Sub

GL0426

MSRP $1,850

Traska Venturer GMT

VNT-GMT-BLK-V6

MSRP $785

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Combat Sub42mm

Venturer GMT40mm

Power Reserve

Combat Sub38h

Venturer GMT42h

Water Resistance

Combat Sub200m

Venturer GMT150m

MSRP

Combat Sub$1,850

Venturer GMT$785

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

—

Underside

Indices

—

Applied

Lume

Luminous

Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

SW200-1

9075

Power Reserve

38h

42h

Complications

Date

GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,850

$785

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Glycine Combat Sub vs Traska Venturer GMT gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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 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.

Owners widely praise the Traska Venturer GMT for its slim, wearable 38.5mm case and comfortable Oyster-style bracelet featuring an excellent micro-adjustment system. Reviewers highlight its outstanding build quality for the price, crisp glossy white lacquered dial, and reliable flyer GMT functionality powered by the Miyota 9075 movement. One owner finds the Traska Venturer GMT a versatile watch suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Traska Venturer GMT highly for its exceptional value and wearability.

From video reviewers

The Traska Venturer GMT has a notable movement with the Sellita SW330-1 caliber, praised for its accuracy and reliability. The watch's lume brightness is somewhat lacking, particularly in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the watch's most notable feature, with one highlighting the independently adjustable hour hand for quickly adapting to a new timezone, and the other praising the movement's accuracy and reliability.

Fratello

Keep exploring