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Glycine Airman Base 22 Purist GL0216

Glycine Airman Base 22 Purist GL0216

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$1,023.36at Bartels WatchesChecked Nov 13

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  • Last seen at $1,023.36 at Bartels Watches on Nov 13.
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Our take on the Glycine Airman Base 22 Purist GL0216

The Glycine Airman Base 22 Purist GL0216 is a 42 mm Swiss automatic GMT pilot's watch in an all-black finish, with a black dial on a black textile strap. Its Purist layout keeps the original 24-hour Airman concept: the dial reads the full day once around, so a second time zone is tracked with the 24-hour bezel rather than a fourth hand. Inside is the Swiss automatic GL293 with 21 jewels and about 42 hours of reserve, under sapphire crystal. It suits pilots, travelers and collectors who want a tool-like GMT with heritage; against mainstream GMTs it trades a date and extra hands for a cleaner, more instrument-like face, and owners of the Airman line prize that purity while some find the 24-hour dial slower to read at a glance.

Best forPilots and frequent travelers tracking a second time zoneCollectors of the Airman heritage lineBuyers wanting a blacked-out tool watchThose who prefer a clean 24-hour dial over a date and extra hands
Pros
  • Swiss automatic GL293 with about 42 hours of reserve
  • True 24-hour Purist GMT layout with rotating bezel
  • Sapphire crystal resists scratches
  • 42 mm steel case with black coating and matching textile strap
  • Instrument-style dial with strong legibility in daylight
Cons
  • 24-hour dial takes getting used to for quick reading
  • No date and no separate GMT hand in the Purist layout
  • Black coating can show wear and scratches over time
  • Textile strap less formal and slower to dry than a bracelet

Glycine Airman Base 22 Purist GL0216 prices at every store

  • Bartels WatchesNew

    In stockPriced in EUR (€923.53)Return policy

    $1,023.36Checked Nov 13
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  • Lot-ArtPre-owned

    Availability unknown

    $1,990.46Checked Nov 13
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What reviewers say

Owners of the Airman line praise the Purist for its authentic 24-hour GMT layout, solid Swiss automatic movement and tool-watch feel. Common complaints center on the learning curve of the 24-hour dial and the coated case showing marks with use.

What people mention
  • Dial legibilityMixedOwners like the clean 24-hour face but say it takes practice to read quickly.
  • MovementPraisedThe Swiss automatic GL293 is described as reliable with a useful reserve.
  • Case coatingCriticisedThe black coating is reported to show scratches and wear over time.
  • BuildPraisedThe steel case and sapphire crystal feel solid and tool-like.
  • StrapMixedThe textile strap suits the look but feels less premium than a bracelet.

About the Glycine Airman Base 22 Purist GL0216

The Glycine Airman Base 22 Purist GL0216 is a Swiss automatic GMT men's watch with an all-black look. It has a 42 mm round stainless steel case with a black coating, a black dial and a black textile strap.

It is powered by the Swiss automatic caliber GL293 with 21 jewels and a power reserve of about 42 hours. The Purist version follows the original GMT concept of the Airman line. A sapphire crystal protects the dial.

The strap has a 22 mm lug width. The watch is water resistant to 200 meters (20 ATM).

Brand
Glycine
Collection
Airman Base 22 Purist
Reference
GL0216
Movement
Automatic, Swiss caliber GL293
Power reserve
About 42 hours
Jewels
21
Case diameter
42 mm
Case material
Stainless steel, black coated
Case shape
Round
Dial
Black
Crystal
Sapphire
Strap
Black textile
Lug width
22 mm
Water resistance
200 m / 20 ATM
Warranty
2 years manufacturer warranty

Questions and answers

How does the Purist GMT work without a fourth hand?
The dial is marked for 24 hours, so the main hour hand shows a full day in one turn. You set the rotating bezel to a second time zone and read it against the 24-hour scale.
Does it have a date?
No. The Purist version drops the date to keep the dial clean and true to the original Airman concept.
What is the movement and power reserve?
It uses the Swiss automatic Glycine GL293 with 21 jewels and about 42 hours of power reserve.
What size is the case and strap?
The case is 42 mm stainless steel, and the strap has a 22 mm lug width.
Is it good for daily wear?
Yes for a tool watch: sapphire crystal and a steel case hold up well, though the black coating can pick up marks and the textile strap is casual.
How does it differ from other Airman models?
The Purist keeps the pure 24-hour dial without a date or extra GMT hand, while other Airman versions add those features.
Where is the Glycine Airman Base 22 Purist GL0216 cheapest?
At Bartels Watches, for $1,023.36, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Glycine Airman Base 22 Purist GL0216?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Bartels Watches, Lot-Art.

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