Glycine Combat Sub BronzevsSpinnaker Wreck Automatic

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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

Spinnaker Wreck Automatic at true scale

Wreck Automatic

Diameter

42mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

50mm

Thickness

10.6mm

lowest

14mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$615

$189

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko NH35

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
10.6mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
50mm
Material
Bronze
316L 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
Champagne
Black
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH35
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$615
$189
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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.

Spinnaker Wreck Automatic

Owners praise the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic for its exceptional value and the best bezel and crown action experienced across many watches, including high-end brands, noting its cool distressed finish. Reviewers highlight the hand-finished, abraded aluminum bezel inserts and etched dials designed to look weathered, with applied indices and arrow-shaped hands for legibility. The 44mm steel case is water-resistant to 200 meters and houses a Seiko NH35 automatic movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic highly for its outstanding value and tactile user experience at its price point.