Have been eyeing the Glycine Combat Sub for quite some time now. Being an owner of a Glycine Airman, I kind of know what to expect in terms of quality from the brand. I know your video is five years old, but it made me finally pull the trigger on the Golden Eye. So far am loving it, the thinness of the case and the dial design. It edges out my old Seamaster Pro 300m in terms of slimness for a dive watch. My other dive watches seems relatively thick when placed side by side with this. I also placed mines on a black mesh strap and it is absolutely stunning. The dial design, color combination, case shape makes it a winner. A con for this watch would be the lume. Am still not decided on the 60 click bezel as its not really a con but it is different. I didnt consider it a con because it lines up (on my watch at least) and bezel play is nonexistent. Time will tell if the bezel action holds up. So far this watch is a winner even if it is priced in pre-Invicta prices but all the more now that they are agressively priced. Too bad Glycine has taken a bad rep because of Invicta but I guess thats good for us watch lovers. Thanks TVG for helping me decide on the golden eye. I wonder if you did keep your Glycine Combat Sub.

After months and months and months of tedious research, I finally pulled the trigger and bought this as my first watch. No regrets. She’s even more beautiful in person.

Rewatching this years later and the glycine is still such an amazing watch. Now they have the 40mm(39mm) version along with a 36mm version.

Looking good TVG, love Glycine and thanks for introducing the whole company to me. The Golden Eye is beautiful. Glad you are healing up nicely and getting back in the groove after your hospital stay.

After months of negotiation Ive bought the Golden Eye. Thanks for putting this review up, it really sold me on this watch.

I don't think watch enthusiasts have ever had it so good at the moment. Seriously good quality pieces that really make you question why you would ever spend 1000's on the higher tier. Another great vid cheers.... Alex.W.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+magicrising LOL, too kind my friend. Thank you Alex! Best regards, TGV

Just purchased a combat sub and totally fell in love with it, can’t take it off! By far the most comfortable automatic diver I have ever worn. Great watch !

Absolutely stunning piece, hope you'll keep it in your collection TGV. As always, all the very best from Poland

Bought this watch a week ago, after seeing this review... It's an amazing watch. Bought it straight from Glycine factory, in Bienne, and got a 20% discount (it costed me around the 750$ mark). I am super pleased with the watch. Super slim, classy and gorgeous looking... Keep up the good work! Cheers

This video really helped me decide on purchasing this exact model, it will be a keeper in my growing collection. Thanks for pointing out so many good qualities I didn't think of, please keep up the great videos and reviews, I am new to watch collection but thanks to your videos I have gained so a tremendous amount of knowledge and appreciation for the hobby.

I just saw this video tonight and ordered the watch and the Holben mesh band. Exquisite. Thank you for bringing this to my attention.

I hope you kept it!! What a wonderful watch and what a respectful company!!!

Thanks to you, I got my Combat Sub in green bezel. Love it! The best value for money military diver watch to date.

Thank you for this review. I finally made up my mind and bought a Glycine Combat SUB Automatic GL0076 and I agree, It´s a wonderful watch in every possible way.

Absolutely beautiful watch! And 0:00 to 0:25 the best watch intro I've seen yet

Thanks for the review. Number 1 on my list of watches to get next. 42mm should fit my wrist perfectly. Great coverage and thanks for your honesty. Oh yeah, and thanks for the Salzman's discount!

I own a Combat Sub and absolutely love it! Amazingly reliable and perfect size. It’s been everywhere with me ..

I simply love this watch. Excellent review TGV.

The intros are getting better and better! Great job !

Lovely watch! As a pilot recently purchased a Glycine Airman. Must say the quality is unbelievable.

Great video, TGV. Fantastic watch! Can't wait for the state of the collection video! Best regards, Michele.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Michele Calò Thank you Michele! Best regards, TGV

Received my Glycine Combat Sub (brownish bezel, black dial ) a few weeks ago. I absolutely love it. Love the thinness, the vintage military style dial and the overall fit on my wrist. It is such a sophisticated piece. The only thing I find disappointing is the lume: takes forever to charge and after that it works for 15 minutes or so.

Because of this video i looked into Glycine and purchased the Glycine Combat Sub GL0092 Red /Rose Gold and absolutely Love it !

Got one on order. Lovin' the unique style / colour combo of this. Thanks for the review.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Manmeet Anand Nice!!! Enjoy it :D Thanks for sharing, Best regards, TGV

Great review. Glycine is now on my list of watches to get.

Great looking watch love the gold and black pvd contrast. And for the price you are getting a solid, well made timepiece of high quality.KEEP IT TGV!!!

Excellent channel TGV...always informative and well structured. Cheers

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+BobSweete Thank you Bob! Best regards, TGV

Spectacular intro! It's definitely adds too your amazing already amazing videos. Stunning watch! I must say it's a beautiful piece! Cheers DTL

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Dylan Tyler Thank you Dylan :D Best regards, TGV

That glycine is growing on me big time, could end up on my wrist sooner than later! Great video T! Matt.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Matt H Thank you Matt! Best regards, TGV

@ojodelcaos

7 жыл бұрын

The Urban Gentry can you review the combat chronograph please

Really enjoyed the opening of the video. I am impressed with how thin the Glycine is. Cheers.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Bob FromBrisbane Thank you Bob, Puts even a few dress watches to shame! Best regards, TGV

You really know how to compliment watches with the right band, that mesh looks great in the glycine.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Mtalll1 Thank you! :D Best regards, TGV

I cant keep up you are always bringing next level to the table. Dam.

Thanks so much for the multi-faceted approach to a quite wide range of time pieces. Much appreciated. I have a modest collection, as my lifetime collection was stolen a while back. I wanted to at least get a special watch for my 24 y.o. son's upcoming birthday. After viewing many of your excellent videos, I decided to bypass the new 'Made in Japan' Orients and got the following blue Glycine Combat watch. But then I feared I had blundered on the purchase, the specs are so different from what I've heard you describe. Sooooo.....here goes> Glycine Men's 3916.18S LBK8 Combat 6 Automatic 36mm Blue Dial Blue Leather Watch...Brand Glycine Gender Men's MPN 3916.18S.LBK8 Features 12-Hour Dial, Date Indicator, Sapphire Crystal, Scratch-Resistant, Swiss Made, Swiss Movement, Movement Mechanical (Automatic) Water Resistance Rating 50 m (5 ATM) Display Analog Watch Shape Round Case Material Stainless Steel, Face Color Blue, Band Material Genuine Leather, Band Color Blue, Case Size 36mm Country/Region of Manufacture Switzerland The MSRP was listed as $1,250 and I negotiated to a final price of $470. It was listed as new, with tags, etc.My son is 6' 3" tall and a trim, but big guy. His wrists are not much bigger than yours. When I saw the 36mm spec and others, I got worried that I maybe made a big mistake. Since I have grown to respect your assessments and knowledge, I suppose I was looking for an experienced enthusiast's opinion of my [maybe impulsive] purchase. Thanks so much. [I'll get the next one from Saltzman's, of course, as I grew up in Boston...about a half hour from the store in Rhode Island.] Just break it to me gently...and I hope you won't be forced to consult with Frederico on this embarrassing matter. [I have no money left for his consultation fees!!!! lol] I'm grateful for this...and all you've done. Gary K.

You're killing me mate! First the Squale and now the Golden Eye! At least I got to utilize the discount! Brings my collection up to 8. Good stuff TGV. Thanks.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+D. G. LOL, sorry mate, well at least you will have one killer collection. Thanks for watching, Best regards, TGV

@gdgnj1

8 жыл бұрын

+The Urban Gentry Haha All thanks to you bud. The Glycine should arrive on Friday and I also ordered the pvd mesh bracelet from Holbens. Thanks again!

Wow! I have that Golden eye and I put that same mesh band from Holbens on it. Bought as an EDC beater watch but after seeing it in person has been added to my dress watch collection. It is just so thin, so dressy, so slides under any sleeve, and exudes class. It is a keeper! Don't sell it!! Sean Connery In a tux would look well dressed with this watch with or without a PPK in his other hand. This is the dress Diver of the century. Hell it is the ONLY Dress diver out there! Best value out there! I am going to order another one, or two just so I can have backups. And to think this was supposed to be a replacement for my EDC beater watch, a Hamilton Titanium Khaki Field PVD. Guess I have to wear the Hamilton a while yet. Not complaining as the Hamilton is a damn fine watch.

@SkyBridgeRE

6 жыл бұрын

Scott Massie do you still have it and still love it?

@puscifer99

3 жыл бұрын

Cool I've been looking for a black mesh, thanks for pointing me in the right place :)

Love that color combo TGV. the bronze is beautiful and just goes so well with the black

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Cameron G Totally! Thank you Cameron, Best regards, TGV

just beautiful!!! a combat sub will be my purchase for sure this year (my budget allows one watch a year)

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Oscar Cubero Thank Oscar, you will not regret it :D Best regards, TGV

Good to see you looking a lot happier and healthy:-)

TGV - Thanks for your review! I am still honeymooning with the Glycine Sub I received this week. Very pleased with it and it is rare to find such a thin case in this style watch. I heartily recommend the Glycine Sub and agree it's best to purchase from Saltzman's. Very nice people and as you say, the only Glycine AD in North America. Cheers!

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+John Viano Thank you John for sharing that., your validation means a great deal. So happy to hear of your success, enjoy it! Best regards, TGV

your welcome my friend, also this watch came at a tough time and lifted your spirts at the time, let it become part of the collection, symbolic piece .

I have this exact model and bracelet. Hadley Roma MB3848A. I'll admit I was confused how to adjust the band at first but a quick google search sorted me out. I think it looks very classy, thanks for the review.

great review I can't say enough about how great your channel is. it has definitely given me greater knowledge into the world of watches. I just want to thank you for your hard work. PS. definitely keep it ;)

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Jacob tyler Thank you Jacob, so glad to hear! Best regards, TGV

Fantastic review as always my friend. I'd say keep it. The Goldeneye is unlike anything else in your collection. You know me I'm a sucker for the unique and out there designs.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+JustinMiles17 That is very true, you have a very articular taste, I only just noticed, I like that! Takes balls to be different. Thank you Justin, Best regards, TGV

Based on your review I recently got a Combat sub. I like the looks and love the thinness! Two disappointments though. They don’t have drilled lugs anymore and the lume doesn’t last at all. But it keeps good time and it wears well on my small wrist. Overall I’m proud of it. Thanks for the review.

I'll have to join FB again, just to be a part of your community. Fantastic vid as always. A pleasure. Keep up all the good work, ignore anything negative, your the man, we all think so. chur Tgv.

@Kiwi_Dad

7 жыл бұрын

Ohh, will that military discount extend to foreign armies... Allied.

I love Glycine Combat, I've got pre-invicta two years ago.

I was going back and forth between a Hamilton khaki, or a Glycine. I will get the Hamilton khaki, but I think the Glycine will come first. Your videos are great. I know this one is on the older side, but anytime I'm curious about a watch I look to see if you have a video on it first. Thank you so much!

nice review TGV! that strap perfectly matches the watch, good choice!!! cant wait for the 2016 straps video! cheers!!!

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+hellotabasco Thank you, working on it now ;-) Best regards, TGV

Great review! Looking forward to the state of collection.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Tom Knox Thank you Tom, Best regards, TGV

Do you know the technical differences between a stock ETA 2824-2 movement and the GL224? At a cursory glance, there don't really seem to be any. I see a signed rotor, and what appears to be a single blued screw at the rear most rotor bridge assembly. Is this pretty much it?

Oh man this watch is so amazing. I'm drawn to it for so many reason. Such an eye catching piece but it's not overly flashy.... Very very tempted.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Pierce Allston So glad to hear, Thank you Pierce! Best regards, TGV

@pierce_fierce

8 жыл бұрын

+The Urban Gentry If you ARE ever in the market of selling yours cause it is too large, don't fret to hit me up :)

Great review as always. Really got me thinking of a glycine. I am liking your regular publishing of quality videos. Keep up the good work TGV! All the best. Oh, keep it mate, you can pull off a 42!

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Paul Albeit Thank you Paul :D Best regards, TGV

Heres one for you ... How about a review of the watches in The Big Short !

Great review TGV, love that strap perfect choice! 👌🏻

@saxophone.4513

4 жыл бұрын

Great looking watch but the Invicta movements in them are not great.

Top notch watch and review. I just ordered the red bezel black dial gold tone accent on SS bracelet. Will post pics to the group FB page when it arrives.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Andre Audie Thank you Andre, look forward to seeing the pics :D Best regards, TGV

just bought mine. beautiful watch thanks for the vid.

Whooo! Thanks for the review and your personal opinion on the Golden Eye, TGV! I like the colour combination! And I like how it sits on the wrist. Although it is a sports or diving watch it could be worn with a more dressier outfit as well, because of its gold and bronze tones. It's a really nice contrast. I'm going to wait for Baselworld to make a final decision what pricier watch is coming next. But the Golden Eye is high on my list. Best regards, Claus

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Claus-L. Müller (CLMac66) Very true, I didn't think of that but you are so right about wearing it with more dressy attire! Thank you Claus. Best regards, TGV

I have a Glycine Combat Sub, simply great watch!

love it love it love it, its a keeper, i know the size is a issue for you but it wears fine, this could be the official tgv wild card, fantastic review, all the best my friend Ryan.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Ryan Mead Thank you Ryan, I think you are right! :D Best regards, TGV

Glycine combat is an amazing watch. They hit all the marks. Can be found sub $400 on the gray market. Amazing amazing. And so thin. OMG. I've been following Glycine for quite a long time.

Ordered mine, getting it in 3 days. You brainwashed me TGV :)

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Sai Kalidass Niiiice! You will love it I am sure. Sorry it took so long to get round to reviewing it. Thank you, Best regards, TGV

@sairulz1988

8 жыл бұрын

+The Urban Gentry Yea I got hooked on to it ever since the last few reviews from you and pulled the trigger, it will be my first automatic watch. Great job by the way on all your reviews. Wish you the best !

Hi TGV, What kind of leather nato strap would you recommend for the goldeneye? I just got mine in 2 days ago and I don't know which kind of leather Nato strap would work. Do you have any suggestions?

it's gorgeous... keep it!

How this mesh band calls? I want to buy one for my Golden Eye, but don’t know what to choose

lovely watch! works really good with the aftermarket bracelet nice vid!

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Bryan Verhage Thank you Bryan, Best regards, TGV

Wow, that's a beautiful watch!! Might need to add this to my list of "to get" :)

@BilllB

3 жыл бұрын

Haha that's all my collection is, a list :(

keep it !! its an amazing watch !! and that mesh strap works wonders with it !

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+X arch Thank you :D Best regards, TGV

The combat subs are rather nice. I remember the video comparing the glycine combat sub with the squale. I was looking to get a squale later this year, but the glycine looks like a better deal. I love the brown and gold colour scheme, very understated. Good stuff.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+BritishRacingGreen Thank you, I certainly could not choose between them, would change my mind every day! ;-) Best regards, TGV

I agree that even though it is a larger sized watch, it does wear well on a smaller wrist due to it being thinner. My suggestion, keep it for a while, have fun with it and then make a decision on its future in the collection. Btw, I like either of the bands. 👍🏻

Great review once again! long time subscriber here

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Epvgolf12 So glad to hear! Thank you, Best regards, TGV

the colors on this watch are beautiful

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+gfk22 Thank you, Best regards, TGV

Wow What an amazing watch. (Nice video btw keep it up!)

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Kevin Beckers Thank you Kevin, very kind of you to say. Best regards, TGV

Ordered a Combat Sub from Massdrop. I don’t know if the quality has changed with Invicta ownership. Also it’s the first time I’ve bought a watch through Massdrop. The thinness is the selling feature on the watch for me. Thanks for the review.

TGV keep this beautiful piece and if you are really selling it at the end of the day, I would be glad to buy from it together with the mesh bracelet. ☺

NGV, Nice Video! I was wondering what is the best way to sell fast or exchange watches in UK? i would like to get new timepiece but have to sell old one Best Regards Irakli

just got me one in blue/ gold a few days ago. put it on a blue nato strap. looks awesome xD

Hello! The model has this brown/gold combo only? Or the gold on gold version, GL0093, is called "Golden Eye" too?

Yes! again TGV another great review! Even thou not a Glycine fan! Just don't like the look of them but what a great discount for thoughs who do😊

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Philip O Sullivan Thank you :D Best regards, TGV

The PVD version is very nice indeed but a ceramic bezel combo wound be ideal. I'm also sold on the seiko skx TGV. I bought an orient mako but the height of the crystal made it vulnerable to chipping.

I adore this watch. Adore.

Great review! I just ordered my Glycine Combat Sub (Golden Eye) after watching it (it was a difficult decision, had to skip on the Mido Ocean Star Captain V Titanium). :) I also wanted to ask you about the black bracelet from the review, cause I love the combo with the Combat Sub and would like to get the same bracelet. Could you give me some info from where to get or for some cheaper alternative, if this one is too pricey? Thanks!

I recently purchased a Bronze Combat Sub (GL0281) and I could not be happier. I agree that a 40mm case diameter would be better for me. I have 6.5 inch wrists and it is borderline too big.

I don’t know how I feel about the PVD coating on the case but the rest of the watch is amazing

Just noticed they do a stainless version with blue dial and bezel with gold accents - nice!

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Audittr2108 YESSSSSSS, love that one too. Thank you, Best regards, TGV

Great video but I need somebody's advice... Is this watch going to lose value over time or is it going to hold it's value??? Help please

Just picked up a goldeneye in 46mm. Can't believe how thin and light it is for its size.

hello, I have bought a golden eye from glycine and I would like to ask you if the strap which you put on is Hadley-Roma MB3838 Mesh Straight End PVD from the Holben site? Thank you.

Lovely opening, TGV!

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Chaim Magal Thank you :D Best regards, TGV

Awesome video and watch. Please install the rubber back back on. It looks so much with it on.

@theurbangentry

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you :D Best regards, TGV

Thanks for the videos...would love if you could give any feedback or reviews on the Oris Diver 65.....Thanks again

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Bizznichw Would LOVE to, I think a viewer will be sending it for review this coming month. Thank you, Best regards, TGV

That's such a nice watch, you should def keep it!!! 😃

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+smiley42 Thank you, duly noted ;-) Best regards, TGV

What happend to the date on 1 of March 2016? Was it 30th? Every month you have to adjust the time/date? And you have to do it twice otherwise date will change at noon? ;-/

I really like this watch! I would definitley keep it if I were you. I hope to have one myself one day soon.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+bgsman44 Thank you :D Best regards, TGV

Love this watch but I'll by when it will be a ceramic bezel. Or tell me of you know a seller 😊

Hi TGV, the "golden eye" is on massdrop right now for $399. Should I jump on this deal? I've got my blue squale 1521 on mesh which I wear daily but I really would like to add the "golden eye" with black mesh to my small but utilitarian collection. I'm just not sure how often I'll wear it because I do LOVE the squale 1521. I also have the squale 30 atmos GMT you've previously reviewed. But, I don't have a black diver, pvd or otherwise.

If you were buying a watch to wear with natos, what would you choose between the glycine and a Mako II?

Thanks for the review, and that 30% discount helps with the Canadian dollar being so awful. I'm getting the blue dial/orange bezel one!

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+Alexandre Misson Niiiice! Almost went for that one myself. Enjoy it. Thank you, Best regards, TGV

Did you film the shots at the very beginning yourself? Very nicely done if so, I would very much like to see more of that stuff from you.

@theurbangentry

8 жыл бұрын

+vladu789 Yes, everything is shot by me. I takes a whole afternoon to do but I am getting quicker. Thank you btw, time permitting I will always do as much as I can. Best regards, TGV

Does TGV not like Glycines anymore? I saw a few reviews from back in 2015 and this is the only other one I can find.

Please review the Bronze version (GL0281) of this watch. I do not what to think about the looks and function of the Bronze and would love to hear your opinion.