Which is cheaper, the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze or the Boldr The Vogelkop?

At MSRP the Boldr The Vogelkop is the cheaper of the two at $449, against $1,650 for the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze — a $1,201 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze or the Boldr The Vogelkop?

The Boldr The Vogelkop wears larger at 40mm versus 39mm for the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze or the Boldr The Vogelkop?

The Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze is rated to 300m versus 200m for the Boldr The Vogelkop.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze or the Boldr The Vogelkop?

The Boldr The Vogelkop carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze.

What movement does the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze run compared to the Boldr The Vogelkop?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze uses the SW200-1 and the Boldr The Vogelkop uses the Seiko NH38A.

Side by side

Glycine Combat Sub Sport BronzevsBoldr The Vogelkop

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

Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze

GL0518

MSRP $1,650

Boldr The Vogelkop

the-vogelkop-superb-bird-of-paradise

MSRP $449

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Combat Sub Sport Bronze39mm

The Vogelkop40mm

Power Reserve

Combat Sub Sport Bronze38h

The Vogelkop40h

Water Resistance

Combat Sub Sport Bronze300m

The Vogelkop200m

MSRP

Combat Sub Sport Bronze$1,650

The Vogelkop$449

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

—

Yes

Dial Color

Blue

Vogelkop Superb

Indices

—

Applied

Lume

Luminous

Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

SW200-1

Seiko NH38A

Power Reserve

38h

40h

Jewels

Complications

Date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,650

$449

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze for its exceptional thinness, comfortable proportions, and finishing, with many appreciating its unique, non-homage design and the potential for a developing bronze patina. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent value below $500, noting features like a Swiss movement with hacking, sapphire crystal, 200m water resistance, and excellent bezel action. Some owners find the crown digs into the wrist, and the original strap or bracelet is frequently disliked. Lume quality and power reserve consistency are noted as areas for improvement by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze highly for its impressive finishing and slim profile at its price point.

The Musou Black dial is the standout feature, creating a unique and stealthy aesthetic. The watch offers 200m water resistance and a comfortable 40mm case size. Reviewers did not explicitly agree on any weaknesses.

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