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Glycine Combat SubvsZelos Spearfish 3

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Combat Sub
GlycineCombat Sub
MSRP $1,850
Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub42mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub38h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub200m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
Combat Sub$1,850
Spearfish 3$749

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
10.45mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Diver - Forged Carbon
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
La Joux-Perret G100
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$749

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What people say

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Glycine Combat Sub

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub for its exceptional thinness, with many noting its 10.4mm to 10.8mm profile for a diver, perfect proportions, and solid build quality that offers significant value, especially at discounted prices. Its unique aesthetic is appreciated for avoiding homage looks, and the lug design contributes to a smaller perceived wear size despite its 42mm case. Some owners report an inconsistent power reserve and sub-par lume that can be difficult to read at night, while one owner noted a slightly off-color lume pip on the chapter ring. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its refined feel, slim profile, and value proposition.

Zelos Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

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