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Glycine Combat SubvsPagani Design PD-1793

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What people say

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

Glycine Combat Sub

The Glycine Combat Sub is widely praised for its exceptional thinness, with multiple sources highlighting its sub-11mm case height and comfortable wearability, even on smaller wrists. Owners appreciate its unique, non-homage aesthetic, refined finishing, and excellent value for money. Specific positive notes include a buttery smooth bezel action, tasteful indices, crisp font, and a matching date wheel. Accuracy is reported to rival COSC standards by one owner, and durability is noted as exceptional. However, some owners report inconsistent power reserve and sub-par lume that is difficult to read in low light. On balance, owners and community members rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its slim profile and unique design at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The slim case profile and comfortable wearability are praised. The bezel action received criticism for having slight play and a less-than-satisfying click.

Pagani Design PD-1793

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1793 for its dial texture, applied logo, faceted hands, and overall case finishing, especially considering its sub-£40 price point and sapphire crystal. The VH31 quartz movement is noted for keeping time very well. However, the watch draws criticism for its 19mm strap width, sharp and thick lugs contributing to a bulky feel, and a rehaut that some find horrendous. Lume is described as standard for the brand, fading quickly, and the bracelet, while good for the price, is compared unfavorably to higher-end options, featuring a stamped clasp with limited adjustment. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1793 highly for its exceptional value as a budget grab-and-go watch, citing its dial and finishing as key strengths.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub40mm
PD-179338mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub
PD-1793
Water Resistance
Combat Sub200m
PD-1793100m
MSRP
Combat Sub$895
PD-1793$131

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.15mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Finish
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Green
Indices
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
515
Seiko VH31
Beat Rate
0 vph
Power Reserve
0h
Jewels
1
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$131
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