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Glycine Combat SubvsZelos Nova 37

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Combat Sub
GlycineCombat Sub
MSRP $1,850
Nova 37
ZelosNova 37
MSRP $899

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub36mm
Nova 3737mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub38h
Nova 3740h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub300m
Nova 3750m
MSRP
Combat Sub$1,850
Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
36mm
37mm
Thickness
12mm
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
37mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
ETA 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$899

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What people say

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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.

Zelos Nova 37

Owners widely praise the Zelos Nova 37's spectacular 37mm dimensions and extremely light, thin wearability. The meteorite dial is frequently highlighted as a captivating feature, though some reviewers suggest simpler indices would improve legibility over the Arabic numerals. The watch is considered a considerable value at $1,999. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Nova 37 highly for its excellent dimensions and dial execution at the price.

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