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Glycine Combat SubvsZelos Swordfish 3

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Combat Sub
GlycineCombat Sub
MSRP $1,850
Swordfish 3
ZelosSwordfish 3
MSRP $399

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub42mm
Swordfish 340mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub38h
Swordfish 340h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub200m
Swordfish 3200m
MSRP
Combat Sub$1,850
Swordfish 3$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
10.45mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 3 for its strong value, with reviewers highlighting the textured sandwich dial, Seiko NH35 movement, 200m water resistance, and surprisingly good bracelet. The titanium construction is noted for making the watch compact and comfortable, weighing 117g. Some owners find the dimensions fine on paper and based on experience with other models. One reviewer flagged that legibility can suffer in bright light and bracelet edges are sharp. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 3 highly for its incredible value and fun design, particularly with unique dial options.

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