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I liked my silver Glycine F104s so much that I bought another one in black.
I already had the limited-edition F104 and the 48mm F104 in a silver dial. Those lighter dials go with certain outfits, so I wanted a darker face for others. Because I like the F104 so much, the black dial was an easy decision. The F104 is no longer listed on Amazon, so the button below goes to a current Glycine automatic with a black dial.
- Matte black dial with subtle, color-matched details
- Color-matched date wheel blends into the dial
- Lumed numerals and markers
- A lot of watch for the money
- 48mm is big, although it wears thin
- I think the gap between “F” and “104” on the dial is too wide
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The black dial
It is a straight-up black dial with a matte finish. “F104” is ghosted at 6 o’clock in color-matched raised lettering, which is really subtle. To me there is a little too much space between the F and the 104, almost a typewriter space.
I love that the date wheel is color-matched too, so the date almost looks like part of the dial instead of a jarring separate window.
Two-level dial and lume
The dial is sunk in two levels: an outer chapter ring with minute markings and lume pips, and an inner dial with lumed Arabic numerals. The seconds hand reaches all the way to the outer ring, and the applied Glycine logo is silver and luminous.
Strap, buckle and movement
The original leather strap has a natural finish that changes color as it wears, copper-colored side stitching, rivets, and an interesting hinged buckle with Glycine on it.
Through the back you see the ETA-based movement with Glycine on the rotor, 25 jewels, marked GL224.
About the buy link
The F104 itself is no longer on Amazon, so the button goes to the Glycine Combat Sub automatic with a black dial (GL0173), a current Glycine automatic. It is a different model, so check the listing for size and specs.
Why I keep recommending Glycine
People ask me what to buy if they do not have a lot of money. I put Glycine on that list. It is the kind of money people spend on a Shinola, a Tissot, a Diesel or a Michael Kors, but it feels like a different caliber. If 48mm is too big, it comes in 40mm too.
FAQ
What movement is in the Glycine F104?
Mine has an ETA-based Glycine GL224 with 25 jewels, visible through the case back.
Is 48mm too big?
It is large, but it is a pretty thin watch. There is also a 40mm version.
Why does the button go to a different Glycine?
The F104 is no longer listed on Amazon, so it links to a current Glycine automatic with a black dial.
Does the date window stand out?
No. The date wheel is color-matched, so it blends into the dial.
Is this an affiliate link?
Yes. The buttons are #ad affiliate links, and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It costs you nothing extra.
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