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Glycine Combat SubvsCWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

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Combat Sub
GlycineCombat Sub
MSRP $895
SBS 1987 Aged Special
CWCSBS 1987 Aged Special
MSRP $1,083

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub40mm
SBS 1987 Aged Special40mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub
SBS 1987 Aged Special40h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub200m
SBS 1987 Aged Special300m
MSRP
Combat Sub$895
SBS 1987 Aged Special$1,083

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Thickness
11.15mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
300m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Green
SBS 1987 Aged Special
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
515
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
1
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$1,083

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Glycine Combat Sub

The Glycine Combat Sub is widely praised for its exceptional thinness, with multiple sources highlighting its sub-11mm case height and comfortable wearability, even on smaller wrists. Owners appreciate its unique, non-homage aesthetic, refined finishing, and excellent value for money. Specific positive notes include a buttery smooth bezel action, tasteful indices, crisp font, and a matching date wheel. Accuracy is reported to rival COSC standards by one owner, and durability is noted as exceptional. However, some owners report inconsistent power reserve and sub-par lume that is difficult to read in low light. On balance, owners and community members rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its slim profile and unique design at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The slim case profile and comfortable wearability are praised. The bezel action received criticism for having slight play and a less-than-satisfying click.

CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

Owners widely praise the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special for its rugged build and military heritage, with some finding its quality comparable to higher-end watches. A reviewer notes the 41mm PVD-coated watch features a bright SuperLuminova dial. One owner reports a bit of play in the 60-click bezel, present from new, alongside minor wear on the PVD coating and bezel insert. On balance, owners rate the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special highly for its rugged build and military heritage, despite some questioning its value at £700.

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