Glycine Airman Base 22 GMT: An Owner's Initial Review

kevinc1001 · 2020-07-13T13:19:21Z

Collector KevinC1001 reviews his new Glycine Airman Base 22 GMT, detailing pros, cons, and community insights on straps and reliability.

KevinC1001 shares his excitement for a new Glycine Airman Base 22 GMT, acquired as a 35th birthday treat. His post offers an honest, out-of-the-box assessment of the watch's features, including its dimensions, water resistance, and movement. This personal review provides valuable insights for collectors considering this robust and historically significant GMT timepiece.

As stated yesterday I mentioned I have a BD coming up on the 19th of July so to celebrate it I, wanted to get something special to mark the occasion, after all, I'm only gonna be turning 35 once so to I

decided to get me something special. I try at least twice a yr to treat myself without feeling guilty the other being Christmas after everyone else is bought for. I'll admit I had zero intentions of buying another watch

but this was one of those deals I just couldn't pass up and I'm glad I didn't because less than 48hrs the price jumped up another $100, after all, every penny counts. I know this watch, won't be everyone's cup of tea and

I'm ok with that. Now I'm gonna give my pros and cons out of the box. Now I'm still contemplating if I should wear it now or wait till the 19th? Also, should I change out the strap for something sporty like a nato or rubber for the summer heat or should I just keep it on the factory leather?

Pros

42mm

12.9mm thick

200m WR

Sapphire crystal

screw-down crowns

Super Luminova

Cons

Uses either an ETA 2893-2 or A Sellitta SW330 GMT

Also, the bezel does turn bidirectional but it doesn't click just glades.

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Key Points from the Discussion

The Glycine Airman Base 22 is an underrated gem that holds up well over time and is a reliable companion for travel.
The watch's water resistance, ability to track multiple time zones, good lume, and the robust, slim movement are key strengths.
For summer wear, especially in humid climates, switching to a NATO or rubber strap is recommended for comfort and practicality.
The original author is already contemplating his next acquisition, seeking a watch with American heritage but a Swiss movement, indicating a continuous passion for collecting.

The Discussion

Cpt Scarlet

Jul 13, 2020

Congratulations ! ...

I hope that you can join us and post some photos on your Birthday 🥂

kevinc1001

Jul 13, 2020

It's probably not gonna be anything special

Those days are long gone I'm afraid.

templetowers

Jul 13, 2020

What ! Don't you believe it - you have years of partying left you young fella-me-lad ! ;) [nt]

Cpt Scarlet

Jul 13, 2020

You are joking 🙃 [nt]

templetowers

Jul 13, 2020

This is a great looking watch and nothing wrong at all with the movement - super reliable, easy to set and great for servicing - Congratulations and enjoy it in good health ! :) [nt]

xyz123abc

Jul 13, 2020

This is actually a watch I could use on a daily basis

- water resistant, local and two additional time zones (to keep track of my American and my New Zealand daughters at the same time), good lume, the straps looks good and the second version of the slim movement is reliable and robust. Congratulations on a nice watch. Wear it in good health.

Glycine Airman Base 22 GMT: An Owner's Initial Review

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