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Glycine Airman No. 1 PuristvsYema Superman Worldtime GMT

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

Airman No. 1 Purist
GlycineAirman No. 1 Purist
MSRP $2,800
Superman Worldtime GMT
YemaSuperman Worldtime GMT
MSRP $1,549

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman No. 1 Purist36mm
Superman Worldtime GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Airman No. 1 Purist48h
Superman Worldtime GMT40h
Water Resistance
Airman No. 1 Purist30m
Superman Worldtime GMT300m
MSRP
Airman No. 1 Purist$2,800
Superman Worldtime GMT$1,549

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
11.6mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
300m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Silver
39mm Automatic
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Power Reserve
48h
40h
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,800
$1,549

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Glycine Airman No. 1 Purist

The Glycine Airman No. 1 Purist is praised as a faithful re-creation of a historical 24-hour watch, with one owner purchasing it for $620 and viewing it as a long-term keeper due to its heritage reissue status and vintage aesthetics. The 36mm size is noted as a conversation starter. However, the acrylic crystal is prone to scratching, with one example showing a small scratch over the date window. Some community members suggest pre-Invicta models may hold value better. Overall, owners appreciate the Glycine Airman No. 1 Purist for its authentic vintage appeal and unique dial, though the acrylic crystal requires careful handling.

Yema Superman Worldtime GMT

Owners widely praise the Yema Superman Worldtime GMT for its premium feel, unique bezel-lock mechanism, and attractive domed crystal. Some owners note the aluminum bezel insert is less desirable than ceramic and report the bracelet clasp can be stiff or difficult to open. Inconsistent quality control and poor customer service have been flagged by some owners. On balance, owners value the Yema Superman Worldtime GMT for its distinctive features and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The "Coke" bezel and maxi dial are attractive design elements. The in-house automatic GMT movement is a French alternative to pricier GMTs.

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