Glycine Combat Sub Box CeramicvsMicromilspec Field Testing Unit

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Glycine Combat Sub Box Ceramic at true scale

Combat Sub Box Ceramic

Micromilspec Field Testing Unit at true scale

Field Testing Unit

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Thickness

12.8mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$1,800

n/a

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12.75mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Material
Ceramic
Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
n/a
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
Grey
n/a
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

4 specs
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
n/a
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Reviews

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Glycine Combat Sub Box Ceramic

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Box Ceramic for its exceptional thinness, comfortable 41mm case, and unique, non-homage design, with one owner calling it the best dive watch under $400 due to superior finishing and value. The bezel action is described as solid and precise, and the dial is legible with good lume on the hands. However, multiple sources flag inconsistent power reserve, sub-par lume on the markers that fades quickly, and a subpar stock strap or bracelet. One owner reported the bezel detaching after a light bump, raising questions about build quality, while others note potential issues with the stem or anti-reflective coating. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner seeing it run about 2.5 seconds fast per day. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Box Ceramic highly for its comfortable thin case and unique design at its price point.

Micromilspec Field Testing Unit

Owners praise the Micromilspec Field Testing Unit as a daily driver, with one owner noting its Sellita SW200-1 movement runs "like an absolute dream." The watch features a 42mm brushed 316L stainless steel case that is 12mm thick with a 50.5mm lug-to-lug distance. Its dial resembles a dog tag, displaying the model name and serial number, and field testing emphasizes practical aspects like crown grip with gloves. On balance, owners rate the Micromilspec Field Testing Unit highly for its robust build and practical military-inspired design.

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