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Glycine Airman No. 1 PuristvsZelos Blacktip 200m GMT

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Airman No. 1 Purist
GlycineAirman No. 1 Purist
MSRP $2,800
Blacktip 200m GMT
ZelosBlacktip 200m GMT
MSRP $499

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman No. 1 Purist36mm
Blacktip 200m GMT41mm
Power Reserve
Airman No. 1 Purist48h
Blacktip 200m GMT40h
Water Resistance
Airman No. 1 Purist30m
Blacktip 200m GMT200m
MSRP
Airman No. 1 Purist$2,800
Blacktip 200m GMT$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
36mm
41mm
Thickness
11.6mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Silver
MOP
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Seiko NH34 GMT
Power Reserve
48h
40h
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,800
$499

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What people say

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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.

Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT's solid bracelet construction and excellent bezel action. The watch has sold out quickly, indicating strong demand. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT highly for its robust build and desirable availability.

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