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Glycine Combat Sub SportvsOrient M-Force AC0L

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Glycine Combat Sub Sport

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Sport for its exceptional value, thin profile, and solid build quality, often noting its finishing and wearability as superior for its price point. Reviewers consistently flag its slim case, with measurements around 10.4mm to 10.8mm, and appreciate its non-homage design and comfortable lug curvature. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting only 2 seconds per day loss, while another notes their Sellita SW200 movement runs at +6 to +9 seconds per day. Some owners report inconsistent power reserve not reaching the advertised 42 hours and find the lume sub-par for nighttime legibility. A few also mention sharp bracelet edges and a potentially short bracelet for larger wrists, and one owner dislikes the "COMBAT" text on the dial. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Combat Sub Sport highly for its impressive thinness and value as a Swiss automatic diver.

Orient M-Force AC0L

Orient M-Force AC0L owners widely praise its robust build, distinctive neo-retro design, and excellent value, with many highlighting its mirror and satin finishing that enhances its angular case. Reviewers and owners alike commend its modern specifications, including a sapphire crystal and ISO certification for shock resistance and anti-magnetism, positioning it as a durable beater watch. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +3/-2 seconds per day and another noting +12 seconds per day, while some find the stock bracelet's quality and clasp disappointing. Low-light legibility and lume are considered poor by some, and a wobbly crown has been reported by a few owners. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Orient M-Force AC0L highly for its durable construction and unique design at its price point.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub Sport42mm
M-Force AC0L45mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub Sport38h
M-Force AC0L40h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub Sport200m
M-Force AC0L200m
MSRP
Combat Sub Sport$1,650
M-Force AC0L$605

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
10.45mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
F6727
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,650
$605
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