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Glycine Combat SubvsOrient Stretto Chronograph

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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.

Orient Stretto Chronograph

Owners praise the Orient Stretto Chronograph for its exclusivity and unique colorway, with one owner noting a preference for the version without the logo for a classier aesthetic. One owner found the bracelet uncomfortable. Overall, owners appreciate the Orient Stretto Chronograph for its distinctive appearance.

From video reviewers

The value proposition at its price point is a key strength. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub40mm
Stretto Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub
Stretto Chronograph
Water Resistance
Combat Sub200m
Stretto Chronograph50m
MSRP
Combat Sub$895
Stretto Chronograph$350

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Thickness
11.15mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.12mm
Finish
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
515
Seiko VS752
Type
Quartz
Solar
Beat Rate
0 vph
Power Reserve
0h
Jewels
1
0
Complications
Date
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$350
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