Glycine Combat Sub 42 PVD 'Soda' Ref. GL0244
Dive Watch / Tool Watch · Glycine (owned by Invicta Watch Group since 2016). Established in 1914, Glycine is a respected Swiss brand known for pilot and military watches.
Period: Modern Tool Watch (2010s-Present). It combines a military-aesthetic black PVD case with a heritage-inspired brown (bronze-tone) bezel.
Type
Dive Watch / Tool Watch
Brand
Glycine (owned by Invicta Watch Group since 2016). Established in 1914, Glycine is a respected Swiss brand known for pilot and military watches.
Movement
Automatic, Caliber GL224 (based on ETA 2824-2 or Sellita SW200-1), 28,800 vph, approx. 38-hour power reserve, 25 or 26 jewels.
Dimensions
Case diameter: 42mm; Thickness: 10.6mm; Lug-to-lug: 49.5mm; Lug width: 22mm. Known for its exceptionally slim profile for a diver.
Description
The Glycine Combat Sub GL0244 is a robust Swiss diver that defies industry standards with its ultra-thin 10.6mm case. Drawing from Glycine's history of supplying military watches, this model features 24-hour markings and high legibility. The contrast between the tactical black PVD case and the warm brown bezel gives it a unique 'vintage-modern' personality that transitions well from field use to casual wear.
Key Features
Unusually slim case profile for a 200m diver; drilled lugs for easy strap changes; dual-time scale dial; distinct 'brown and black' color palette; high value-to-performance ratio.
Dial Description
Matte black dial with 12-hour and inner 24-hour military time scales. Rose gold-tone/bronze-tone baton indices and hands with Super-LumiNova. Date window at 3 o'clock.
Case Material
Stainless steel with black PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) coating. It features a satin/brushed finish to reduce reflections, consistent with its military heritage.
Crystal Type
Flat sapphire crystal with three layers of anti-reflective coating on the underside. Highly scratch-resistant.
Bezel Details
Unidirectional 60-click rotating bezel. Matte brown aluminum insert with rose gold-tone markings and a luminous 'pearl' at the 12 o'clock position.
Crown & Pushers
Screw-down crown in polished rose gold-tone/bronze-tone PVD. Signed with the Glycine 'Crown' logo. Protected by integrated case guards.
Bracelet or Strap
Black heavy-duty nylon NATO strap with black PVD-coated stainless steel hardware and buckle.
Caseback Details
Solid screw-down stainless steel caseback. Features the Glycine 'Combat' engravings, including the seal/logo, reference number, and water resistance rating.
Movement Type
Automatic, Caliber GL224 (based on ETA 2824-2 or Sellita SW200-1), 28,800 vph, approx. 38-hour power reserve, 25 or 26 jewels.
Water Resistance
200 Meters (20 ATM). Suitable for swimming, snorkeling, and recreational scuba diving. Not for saturation diving.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made. Manufactured in Bienne, Switzerland. Uses reliable Swiss-sourced movements (Sellita or ETA).
Age Estimate
Circa 2018-2022. This specific PVD/Brown colorway is a modern addition to the long-standing Combat Sub collection.
Cultural Significance
The Combat Sub is a staple in the 'enthusiast' community for being an affordable entry point into Swiss-made automatic dive watches with genuine military heritage.
Condition Notes
Based on the stock imagery, the watch appears in Mint/New condition. In used examples, look for 'silvering' on the edges of the black PVD coating and scratches on the aluminum bezel insert.
Value Estimate
MSRP: ~$1,100; Grey Market/Street Price: $350 – $550. Value is highest when sold with the original box and documentation.
Care & Maintenance
Recommended movement service every 5 years. Rinse with fresh water after salt exposure. Ensure crown is fully screwed down before water activities.
Similar Watches
Steinhart Ocean One, Squale 1545, Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba, Seiko Prospex 'Turtle' SRPC23.
Interesting Facts
Glycine's Combat line was pioneered in the 1960s. Despite its acquisition by Invicta, the Combat Sub has maintained its build quality and remains one of the lowest-profile 200m divers on the market.