Glycine Combat Sub BronzevsZelos Helmsman 2 300m: Bronze Black Ceramic

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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

Zelos Helmsman 2 300m: Bronze Black Ceramic at true scale

Helmsman 2 300m: Bronze Black Ceramic

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

10.6mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$615

lowest

$649

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko NH35

Case

6 specs
Thickness
10.6mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Material
Bronze
Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
300m
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
Seiko NH35
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$615
$649
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Reviews

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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.

Zelos Helmsman 2 300m: Bronze Black Ceramic

Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman 2 300m: Bronze Black Ceramic for its bold design, intricate case finishing, and comfortable wearability, with one owner noting it does not wear as large as its 42mm case might suggest. The reliable Seiko NH35 automatic movement is also a point of appreciation. One owner, however, finds the watch top-heavy with some sharp edges and notes that advancing the date requires cycling through 22 days due to the crown's lack of a midpoint. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Helmsman 2 300m: Bronze Black Ceramic highly for its visually playful design and comfortable wear at the price point.

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