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Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMTvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Combat Sub Sport GMT
GlycineCombat Sub Sport GMT
MSRP $1,295
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub Sport GMT42mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub Sport GMT
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub Sport GMT200m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Combat Sub Sport GMT$1,295
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Rose Gold
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Green
Indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
RONDA 515.24H
Miyota 9075
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
1
25
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,295
$935

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What people say

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Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT for its refined feel and sleek wearability, with many noting its thin profile and downward-curving lugs contribute to comfort. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its exceptional value and solid build quality. Some owners report the lume is sub-par, and one noted a slightly off-color lume pip on the chapter ring. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner achieving +1 second per day after regulation, while another found the stock beat error acceptable for the price. The power reserve can be inconsistent, and the lack of a date cyclops is a minor drawback for some. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT highly for its impressive thinness and refined aesthetic at its price point.

Vaer G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

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