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Glycine Combat SubvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Combat Sub
GlycineCombat Sub
MSRP $895
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub40mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub200m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Combat Sub$895
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.15mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Green
Bronze
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
515
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
1
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$399

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What people say

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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