Which is cheaper, the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze or the Praesidus Rec Spec?

At MSRP the Praesidus Rec Spec is the cheaper of the two at $235, against $1,650 for the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze — a $1,415 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze or the Praesidus Rec Spec?

The Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze wears larger at 39mm versus 38mm for the Praesidus Rec Spec — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze or the Praesidus Rec Spec?

The Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Praesidus Rec Spec.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze or the Praesidus Rec Spec?

The Praesidus Rec Spec carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze.

What movement does the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze run compared to the Praesidus Rec Spec?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze uses the SW200-1 and the Praesidus Rec Spec uses the Seiko NH36.

Side by side

Glycine Combat Sub Sport BronzevsPraesidus Rec Spec

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

Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze

GL0518

MSRP $1,650

Praesidus Rec Spec

P-38-RSTI-MDG-KHNK1

MSRP $235

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Combat Sub Sport Bronze39mm

Rec Spec38mm

Power Reserve

Combat Sub Sport Bronze38h

Rec Spec40h

Water Resistance

Combat Sub Sport Bronze300m

Rec Spec100m

MSRP

Combat Sub Sport Bronze$1,650

Rec Spec$235

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

—

Inner

Dial Color

Blue

Nylon NATO 38mm

Indices

—

Applied

Lume

Luminous

None

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

SW200-1

Seiko NH36

Power Reserve

38h

40h

Jewels

Complications

Date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,650

$235

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze for its exceptional thinness, comfortable proportions, and finishing, with many appreciating its unique, non-homage design and the potential for a developing bronze patina. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent value below $500, noting features like a Swiss movement with hacking, sapphire crystal, 200m water resistance, and excellent bezel action. Some owners find the crown digs into the wrist, and the original strap or bracelet is frequently disliked. Lume quality and power reserve consistency are noted as areas for improvement by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Glycine Combat Sub Sport Bronze highly for its impressive finishing and slim profile at its price point.

The Praesidus Rec Spec features a textured dial and applied luminous numerals, with a mix of case finishes. One owner notes the recessed 4 o'clock crown can be difficult to operate. On balance, owners rate the Praesidus Rec Spec positively for its charming homage design and textured dial.

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