Which is cheaper, the Glycine Combat Sub or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $425, against $1,850 for the Glycine Combat Sub — a $1,425 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Glycine Combat Sub or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton wears larger at 40mm versus 36mm for the Glycine Combat Sub — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Glycine Combat Sub or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Glycine Combat Sub is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Glycine Combat Sub or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Glycine Combat Sub.

What movement does the Glycine Combat Sub run compared to the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Glycine Combat Sub uses the SW200-1 and the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton uses the SII NH38A.

Side by side

Glycine Combat SubvsSpinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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

Glycine Combat Sub

GL0397

MSRP $1,850

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

croft-mid-size-skeleton-automatic-spongebob-squarepants-peek-a-boo-limited-edition-dollar-diver-sp-5152-01

MSRP $425

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Combat Sub36mm

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm

Power Reserve

Combat Sub38h

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h

Water Resistance

Combat Sub300m

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m

MSRP

Combat Sub$1,850

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

—

Inner

Dial Color

Black

Dollar Diver

Indices

—

Applied

Lume

Luminous

None

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

SW200-1

SII NH38A

Power Reserve

38h

40h

Jewels

Complications

Date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,850

$425

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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 excellent value, thin case height (ranging from 10.4mm to 10.8mm), and comfortable wearability due to downward-curving lugs, with owners noting its quality and finishing punch well above its price point. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its smooth bezel action, crisp font, and a unique aesthetic that avoids being a direct homage. However, criticisms include sub-par lume that is difficult to read in low light and an inconsistent power reserve, with some owners suggesting it may require servicing. Opinions are split on the 42mm size, with some finding it perfect and others preferring a smaller variant. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its exceptional thinness and quality finishing at its price point.

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Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is noted for its 40mm steel case, sapphire crystal, and 150m water resistance. One owner reports strong performance from the TMI NH70 movement at -3 seconds per day, with very nice lume. On balance, owners find the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton to be a pretty nice option, particularly for its movement performance and lume.

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