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Glycine Combat SubvsTissot Chrono L

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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.

Tissot Chrono L

Owners widely praise the Tissot Chrono L's attractive, expensive-looking design and vintage style, with some regretting its discontinuation. However, several owners report issues with misaligned subdials and date windows, and one noted the chronograph second hand moved when stationary. Visibility in bright daylight is a drawback due to a shiny dial and reflective hands, and the signed buckle logo is a decal that easily rubs off. Some owners find the Tissot Chrono XL variants too large for smaller wrists. On balance, owners appreciate the Tissot Chrono L's aesthetic appeal and vintage charm, despite some concerns regarding dial alignment and legibility.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub40mm
Chrono L42mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub
Chrono L
Water Resistance
Combat Sub200m
Chrono L100m
MSRP
Combat Sub$895
Chrono L$475

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.15mm
10.97mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Green
Blue
Indices
Arabic
Lume
Luminous
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
515
13.25'
Beat Rate
0 vph
Power Reserve
0h
Jewels
1
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$475
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