Glycine Combat Sub SportvsHenry Archer Nordsø
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Measurements
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Combat Sub Sport

Nordsø
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Thickness
10.4mm
lowest
10.6mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$540
$521
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9015
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
5 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Sport for its exceptional value, often found under $400, its solid build with brushed finishing, and its notably thin case profile, with many sources citing dimensions around 10.4mm to 10.8mm, making it comfortable and wearable. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its unique, non-homage aesthetic and excellent timekeeping, with some reporting accuracy within +1/+2 seconds per day, though one owner noted their Sellita SW200 movement ran at approximately +6 to +9 seconds per day. Some owners dislike the "COMBAT" text on the dial and find the lume sub-par, while others note inconsistent power reserve not always reaching the advertised 42 hours. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Combat Sub Sport highly for its outstanding value and comfortable, thin wearability.
Henry Archer Nordsø owners widely praise its exceptional fit and finish for a sub-$500 watch, with reviewers highlighting its vibrant dial colors and overall value. The 40mm case is noted as comfortable, and the watch is described as well-made with good durability. Some owners find the blue hand against the green dial polarizing, and the hands are criticized as a design weakness. The bezel knurling is flagged as slippery and lacking legibility for serious diving. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Henry Archer Nordsø highly for its striking use of color and impressive build quality at its price point.
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