Glycine Combat SubvsTAG Heuer Formula 1 Date

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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 at true scale

Combat Sub

TAG Heuer Formula 1 Date at true scale

Formula 1 Date

Diameter

40mm

41mm

Thickness

11.2mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$225

lowest

$1,850

Movement

515

Quartz

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
11.15mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Finish
n/a
RUBBER
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
Green
Black
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
515
n/a
Beat Rate
n/a
0 vph
Power Reserve
n/a
0h
Jewels
1
0
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$225
$1,850
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Reviews

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

Glycine Combat Sub

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub for its slim profile, with multiple sources noting thicknesses around 10.4mm to 10.8mm, and its well-proportioned, non-homage design that wears comfortably. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its exceptional value and quality for the price, with one owner reporting accuracy rivaling COSC standards and exceptional durability. The bezel action is described as buttery smooth, and the dial features tasteful indices and crisp fonts, with one specific gold and blue variant lauded for its refined aesthetic. However, multiple sources flag the lume as sub-par and difficult to read at night, and some owners note inconsistent power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its exceptional value and slim, comfortable wearability.

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.

TAG Heuer Formula 1 Date

Owners widely consider the TAG Heuer Formula 1 Date a good value quartz watch, durable, low-maintenance, and accurate, suitable as a grab-and-go beater. Some owners find the price point for a quartz TAG Heuer to be too high, while others appreciate its racing history and affordability within the brand. One owner notes the alarm function lacks AM/PM distinction and can be unreliable if set too close to the current time. Overall, owners rate the TAG Heuer Formula 1 Date highly for its durability and value as a quartz daily wearer.

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