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Glycine Airman PuristvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Airman Purist
GlycineAirman Purist
MSRP $2,700
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Purist42mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Airman Purist48h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Airman Purist100m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Airman Purist$2,700
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
48h
40h
Jewels
21
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,700
$399

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What people say

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Glycine Airman Purist

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman Purist's 39mm case size as ideal, noting it wears well, while some prefer the 36mm variant. The 24-hour dial is an engaging feature that proves easy to adapt to, particularly for those familiar with 24-hour timekeeping. Readability is a point of discussion; while some contemporary models feature stealthy, difficult-to-read hands and bezels, others, especially vintage versions and the white-dial GL0376, offer good contrast and legibility. On balance, owners appreciate the Glycine Airman Purist for its comfortable wearability and unique 24-hour dial experience, despite some legibility concerns on specific configurations.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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