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Glycine Combat Sub SportvsRolex Sea-Dweller

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Combat Sub Sport
GlycineCombat Sub Sport
MSRP $1,650
Sea-Dweller
RolexSea-Dweller
MSRP $14,550
What people say

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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.

Rolex Sea-Dweller

Owners widely praise the Rolex Sea-Dweller's matte dial with red lettering, with some calling it the best dial on a modern Rolex. The watch is noted for its substantial presence, with some owners appreciating its "chunkiness" and "clean look," while others find it wears smaller than its 43mm size suggests. The Sea-Dweller is considered by some to be a superior, more masculine dive watch than alternatives. However, the watch's thickness and 215-gram weight are frequently cited as potential drawbacks, making it best suited for larger wrists. Some owners find the cyclops on newer models detracts from the watch's aesthetic, with one reviewer calling it "goofy." The Sea-Dweller is also considered less versatile and popular than other models due to its size and thickness. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Sea-Dweller highly for its distinct dial and substantial presence, though its size and thickness make it a niche choice for those with larger wrists.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub Sport42mm
Sea-Dweller43mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub Sport38h
Sea-Dweller70h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub Sport200m
Sea-Dweller1,220m
MSRP
Combat Sub Sport$1,650
Sea-Dweller$14,550

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
10.45mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Oystersteel
Finish
Water Resistance
200m
1220m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Index
Lume
Luminous
Chromalight

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
3235
Power Reserve
38h
70h
Jewels
26
31

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,650
$14,550
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