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Post by 69ChevelleSS on Oct 12, 2019 11:20:50 GMT -8
So I was in COSTCO today and had to look in the watch case. Sadly, no Seikos but ran across a Glycine Combat watch that looked pretty nice. Priced at $289 (IIRC). HUGE picture below courtesy of Ashford.com.
So . . . My questions are . . . . is this a good brand? Quality? Reliability? Good deal? Couldn't get the bezel to turn . . . should I be concerned or just a sample issue? I like the style of the watch and it felt pretty substantial.
This would be my first foray into the dark side . . . . LOL!!!
Any input would be greatly appreciated! TIA!!!!
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Post by HiBeat on Oct 12, 2019 12:28:23 GMT -8
Glycine is a TOP Swiss brand. $289 for a swiss auto powered by the ETA 2824-2 derivative? That's one half of a very good discount price !
And with Costco you can always return.
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Post by philsinclair on Oct 12, 2019 15:39:49 GMT -8
Hi. Glycine was once a top Swiss brand. Sadly no more.Now owned by INVICTA. Cheers Phil
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Post by HiBeat on Oct 12, 2019 16:56:41 GMT -8
Phil, the Glycine Combat 69ChevelleSS is contemplating uses a version of the ETA 2824-2, so at that price the watch is a bargain.
Whatever business relationship there is with Glycine and Invicta, Glycine remains a very respectable brand.
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Post by suntzu on Oct 12, 2019 17:12:18 GMT -8
I had a vintage Glycine Airman 24 hour dial in my military collection that I sold (see below for reference). They were used in combat during Vietnam. So I have a soft spot for them. Solid Swiss brand. Can't go wrong with it given the sub $300 price point. If it speaks to you and you have the cash burning a hole in your pocket; by all means take the plunge. "Dark Side" be damned.
I've been eyeballing some Zodiac models myself that I need to see in person.
I'm in Jersey so if if it's at Willowbrook, I may beat you AND HiBeat! Kidding!
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Post by suntzu on Oct 12, 2019 19:20:46 GMT -8
Nice review from the Urban Gentry. He reviews it against the Squale 1521.
I think you'll find it useful.
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Post by cobrajet25 on Oct 12, 2019 20:53:54 GMT -8
I dig Glycines. I bought a Combat Chronograph with a tan dial a year or so ago, but had to send it back because it was ENORMOUS. I still want an Airman Purist in 36mm.
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Post by HiBeat on Oct 13, 2019 5:55:59 GMT -8
Nice review from the Urban Gentry. He reviews it against the Squale 1521. I think you'll find it useful.
I don't have 22 minutes to spare on this, what was his bottom line on the Glycine ? PM me when you get to Willowbrook I'll buy you a beer ! |
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Post by suntzu on Oct 13, 2019 7:13:52 GMT -8
Nice review from the Urban Gentry. He reviews it against the Squale 1521. I think you'll find it useful.
I don't have 22 minutes to spare on this, what was his bottom line on the Glycine ? PM me when you get to Willowbrook I'll buy you a beer ! He loved it. Fantastic mid range tool watch. The lume on it is awesome. |
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Post by kue on Oct 13, 2019 13:43:29 GMT -8
Love a Glycine and especially for that price.
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Post by trandy on Oct 16, 2019 13:24:23 GMT -8
I've owned a couple of the Combat series from Glycine....nice enough watch I suppose....but they just didn't "do it" for me.
YMMV
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Post by 69ChevelleSS on Oct 24, 2019 9:36:34 GMT -8
Thanks for the input gents! I have to give it some thought as the hands set doesn't really speak to me.
@ hibeat and suntzu . . . don't worry . . . I'm in NY State so don't worry . . . there should be plenty of them there when you go! |
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Post by suntzu on Oct 24, 2019 9:40:12 GMT -8
Thanks for the input gents! I have to give it some thought as the hands set doesn't really speak to me.
@ hibeat and suntzu . . . don't worry . . . I'm in NY State so don't worry . . . there should be plenty of them there when you go! I like the lollipop hand, but the minute hand is a little skinny looking for a tool watch. |
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Post by 69ChevelleSS on Oct 24, 2019 10:11:50 GMT -8
Thanks for the input gents! I have to give it some thought as the hands set doesn't really speak to me.
@ hibeat and suntzu . . . don't worry . . . I'm in NY State so don't worry . . . there should be plenty of them there when you go! I like the lollipop hand, but the minute hand is a little skinny looking for a tool watch. Agreed! I much perfer the hand set on this version:
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Post by bklake on Oct 28, 2019 11:33:39 GMT -8
You people are a bad influence. An hour to look around while getting tires and, well...
Nice watch. Off to fix the roof on the dog house. That's where I'll be for awhile.
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