New Arrival: Glycine Lagunare Chrono 3837 'Big Nine'
Discussion
My latest acquisition is now in my hands and as promised, here is a short review! 
Glycine was established in 1914 by Eugene Meylan and has been based in Bienne, Switzerland ever since. Glycine is one of the few remaining independent watch companies in Switzerland and as a result, is a fairly understated and under-marketed brand. The company's crowning achievement was the introduction of the Airman series in the 1950's. The range became popular with American military and commercial pilots, what with the ability to display a second time zone. The Airman series also saw action in Vietnam.
I have opted for a watch from the diver orientated 'Lagunare' series, more notably the Chrono 3837 'Big Nine'. My first impressions were focused on the chunkiness of the watch - It's no clown watch (
), but with such measurements as 46mm in diameter and 16.5mm in height, it certainly isn't one for skinny wrists! The weight is also fairly substantial, but remains comfortable on the wrist. The 3837 with rubber strap tips the scales at 157 grams.
Unpacking the 3837 felt rather special - More so than my other watches. A simple, yet elegant white box hid a nicely finished wooden presentation case that is filled with small extras. A Glycine strap removal tool is included along with a range of straps. As I picked mine up second hand, I also have a mesh bracelet.
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I am incredibly impressed with the overall build quality of the watch. It definitely rivals some of Omega's offerings! The specification includes a decorated Valjoux 7750 movement, which has been treated to Côtes de Genève on the rotor, perlage on the bridges and an abundance of blued screws. This is complimented nicely by a sapphire glass display window
Other notable features include a depth rating of 300 metres, locking chrono pushers, super-luminova markings and a 60 click uni-directional bezel, which has a smooth, yet precise action. It's a shame that as a diver's watch it doesn't have a 120 click bezel, but that's something I can overlook!
The lume is excellent, as you would expect, and has also been applied to one of the 3837's main focal point, the oversized '9' ... Glycine like large numbers, as well as large watches!
The sides of the case, sides of the lugs, crown and pushers are finished in polished stainless steel, which contrasts against the brushed finished of the bezel and tops of the lugs. It is not as well executed as the finish on a PO, but the circular brushed effect on the bezel looks fantastic in bright natural light
Overall I'm very happy with my new addition and will not hesitate in purchasing another Glycine in the future. Unfortunately they do seem to be heavy on depreciation, so your best bet is finding one second hand
Anyway, here are a few more pics! Any questions, just ask!
Glycine was established in 1914 by Eugene Meylan and has been based in Bienne, Switzerland ever since. Glycine is one of the few remaining independent watch companies in Switzerland and as a result, is a fairly understated and under-marketed brand. The company's crowning achievement was the introduction of the Airman series in the 1950's. The range became popular with American military and commercial pilots, what with the ability to display a second time zone. The Airman series also saw action in Vietnam.
I have opted for a watch from the diver orientated 'Lagunare' series, more notably the Chrono 3837 'Big Nine'. My first impressions were focused on the chunkiness of the watch - It's no clown watch (
), but with such measurements as 46mm in diameter and 16.5mm in height, it certainly isn't one for skinny wrists! The weight is also fairly substantial, but remains comfortable on the wrist. The 3837 with rubber strap tips the scales at 157 grams.Unpacking the 3837 felt rather special - More so than my other watches. A simple, yet elegant white box hid a nicely finished wooden presentation case that is filled with small extras. A Glycine strap removal tool is included along with a range of straps. As I picked mine up second hand, I also have a mesh bracelet.
I am incredibly impressed with the overall build quality of the watch. It definitely rivals some of Omega's offerings! The specification includes a decorated Valjoux 7750 movement, which has been treated to Côtes de Genève on the rotor, perlage on the bridges and an abundance of blued screws. This is complimented nicely by a sapphire glass display window
Other notable features include a depth rating of 300 metres, locking chrono pushers, super-luminova markings and a 60 click uni-directional bezel, which has a smooth, yet precise action. It's a shame that as a diver's watch it doesn't have a 120 click bezel, but that's something I can overlook!
The lume is excellent, as you would expect, and has also been applied to one of the 3837's main focal point, the oversized '9' ... Glycine like large numbers, as well as large watches!
The sides of the case, sides of the lugs, crown and pushers are finished in polished stainless steel, which contrasts against the brushed finished of the bezel and tops of the lugs. It is not as well executed as the finish on a PO, but the circular brushed effect on the bezel looks fantastic in bright natural light
Overall I'm very happy with my new addition and will not hesitate in purchasing another Glycine in the future. Unfortunately they do seem to be heavy on depreciation, so your best bet is finding one second hand
Anyway, here are a few more pics! Any questions, just ask!I'm likng that, great purchase and it's good to have a little history lesson with it as well. I've seen a few Glycines on TZ and I'd pretty much go for any of them, though with my recent Sinn purchase I'm going to have to hold back for a little while 
Edited by CardShark on Tuesday 1st February 01:41
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