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Glycine Combat Sub Box CeramicvsZelos Blacktip 200m GMT

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Combat Sub Box Ceramic
GlycineCombat Sub Box Ceramic
MSRP $1,800
Blacktip 200m GMT
ZelosBlacktip 200m GMT
MSRP $499

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub Box Ceramic41mm
Blacktip 200m GMT41mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub Box Ceramic38h
Blacktip 200m GMT40h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub Box Ceramic200m
Blacktip 200m GMT200m
MSRP
Combat Sub Box Ceramic$1,800
Blacktip 200m GMT$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Thickness
12.75mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
Material
Ceramic
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Seiko NH34 GMT
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$499

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What people say

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Glycine Combat Sub Box Ceramic

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Box Ceramic for its exceptional thinness at 10.4mm for a 42mm diver, perfect proportions for small wrists, and unique, non-homage aesthetic, with some considering it the best dive watch under $400 due to its superior finishing and value. The case shape, dimensions, and drilled lugs are also highlighted as positives, and the dial is legible with good lume on the hands. However, reviewers and owners consistently flag sub-par lume on the markers that fades quickly, and an inconsistent power reserve. Some owners report the stock strap or bracelet is subpar, and one owner experienced the bezel detaching after a light bump, questioning build quality. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner noting it runs about 2.5 seconds fast per day, while another reports an inconsistent power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Box Ceramic highly for its thinness, unique design, and value, despite concerns about lume and strap quality.

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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