Which is cheaper, the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage or the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

At MSRP the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage is the cheaper of the two at $1,750, against $3,550 for the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME — a $1,800 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage or the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

The Glycine Combat Sub Vintage wears larger at 42mm versus 39mm for the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage or the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

The Glycine Combat Sub Vintage is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage or the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

The Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME carries a 72-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage.

What movement does the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage run compared to the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage uses the SW200-1 and the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME uses the L844.4.

Side by side

Glycine Combat Sub VintagevsLongines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Glycine Combat Sub Vintage

GL0259

MSRP $1,750

Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

L3.802.4.63.6

MSRP $3,550

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Combat Sub Vintage42mm

SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm

Power Reserve

Combat Sub Vintage38h

SPIRIT ZULU TIME72h

Water Resistance

Combat Sub Vintage200m

SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m

MSRP

Combat Sub Vintage$1,750

SPIRIT ZULU TIME$3,550

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

—

AR Coating

—

Both sides

Dial Color

Black

Anthracite

Indices

—

Applied Arabic numerals

Lume

Luminous

Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

SW200-1

L844.4

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

25,200 vph

Power Reserve

38h

72h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

Date

Hours, minutes, seconds and date, 24 hours hand with time zone mechanism

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,750

$3,550

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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 Vintage

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage for its excellent proportions and slim profile. One owner notes the lume pip on the chapter ring is slightly off-color. The power reserve is reported as inconsistent. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage highly for its value and slim wearability.

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Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Zulu Time for its excellent fit and finish, visual appeal, and value, with many preferring its thinner titanium case and color-matched date wheel. Reviewers highlight its legibility and comfortable 39mm wearability, while some owners note the bracelet could be weightier and lacks tool-less micro-adjustment. Accuracy figures range from +5 seconds per day to unspecified, and one owner reported condensation risk in hot tubs. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Zulu Time highly for its blend of tool-watch utility and segment-leading finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 18k gold capped bezel insert is a notable feature, adding a touch of luxury to the watch. However, the watch's lume is not as bright as some reviewers would like, which is a drawback for those who prioritize good illumination. Reviewers disagree on the watch's functionality, with some considering it a compelling option and others feeling it doesn't quite live up to its design.

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