Glycine Combat Sub BronzevsMakara Watches Octopus

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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 Bronze at true scale

Combat Sub Bronze

Makara Watches Octopus at true scale

Octopus

Diameter

42mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

52mm

Thickness

10.6mm

lowest

15.8mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

38h

42h

highest

MSRP

$615

$549

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Miyota 9015

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
10.6mm
15.75mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
52mm
Lug Width
22mm
24mm
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
Champagne
n/a
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$615
$549
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Reviews

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

Glycine Combat Sub Bronze

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Bronze for its slim 10mm case, comfortable wearability, and the appealing patina development that occurs naturally on the bronze. The lume is described as extraordinary, and the watch is noted for being shockingly accurate. Some owners dislike the shiny, non-bronze buckle, and one reviewer found the dial's gradient unappealing, though others appreciate its dynamic appearance. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Bronze highly for its unique aesthetic and excellent value at its price point.

Makara Watches Octopus

Owners widely praise the Makara Watches Octopus for its Miyota 9015 movement, which is noted for running lovely and keeping accurate time, with some reporting near-perfect timekeeping and durability through drops and ocean plunges. The watch's angular, funky case shape and domed sapphire crystal are appreciated, as is the contrast between dial elements like mother-of-pearl and brass on certain variants. Some owners find the watch to have a heavy, clunky feel and have replaced the stock strap for improved aesthetics. Overall, owners rate the Makara Watches Octopus highly for its robust build and accurate movement at its price point.

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