Glycine Combat Sub Box CeramicvsResco DLC

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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

Resco DLC at true scale

DLC

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

50mm

Thickness

12.8mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$1,800

lowest

$2,155

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12.75mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
42mm
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
$2,155
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Resco DLC

Owners widely praise Resco watches for their toughness, tactical appeal, and American-made quality, with one owner noting the Resco DLC wears great. Some owners find Resco watches expensive for their movements, while others appreciate the strong cases, customization options, and unique dial details. One owner reported the bezel required breaking in and acceptable timekeeping of -9 seconds in 7 days. Overall, owners rate the Resco DLC highly for its robust build and tactical aesthetic.

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