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Glycine Combat SubvsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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Combat Sub
GlycineCombat Sub
MSRP $895
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub40mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub200m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
Combat Sub$895
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.15mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Green
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
515
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
1
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$279

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

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