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Glycine Combat SubvsSpinnaker Cahill Automatic

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Combat Sub
GlycineCombat Sub
MSRP $895
Cahill Automatic
SpinnakerCahill Automatic
MSRP $350

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub40mm
Cahill Automatic42mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub
Cahill Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub200m
Cahill Automatic200m
MSRP
Combat Sub$895
Cahill Automatic$350

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.15mm
13.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
515
SII NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
1
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$350

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What people say

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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.

Spinnaker Cahill Automatic

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Cahill Automatic for its attractive vintage-inspired design, comfortable wearability on smaller wrists, and good timekeeping, with one owner specifically noting the large "maxi" indices and NATO strap as highlights. However, some find the lume application uneven and note the use of a mineral crystal. A significant concern raised by one owner is a report of internal component failures and a perceived lack of quality control within the brand. On balance, the Spinnaker Cahill Automatic is well-regarded by owners for its style and value, particularly at specific price points, despite some noted manufacturing inconsistencies.

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