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(More customer reviews)I am a daily Timex user and have used the same T53161 for over 7 years. I ordered this one as a replacement because my old watch's Indiglo and audible features wore out after about 5 years. Otherwise It still works after 7 years, 5 new watchbands, 4 DIY battery changes, Many 120+ ft SCUBA dives, daily exposure to sand, dust, machine oil, mechanical vibrations from gunfire, grinders, engines etc. I am retiring this weary soldier to reserve status as soon as I get a replacement. I strongly recommend the T53161 if you are looking at a watch in this category.
I decided to try this T49754 as a replacement. While I am sure the electronic components are of equal quality, this model has a poorly designed crystal and is prone to cracking near the top corners of the Indiglo button. Notice that, unlike the T53161, this watch has the Indiglo button set into the crystal. This means the crystal has sharp interior corners (think stress concentrations, for all you engineers out there). My crystal cracked at the upper left corner of this button within 3 days of normal use. This crack grew out of the corner and is now all the way to the "mode" button. I know now to never buy a watch with buttons sticking out into the crystal
Also, the paint or coating on the housing surrounding the crystal seems like it is latex or rubber based, and it is already peeling off and revealing an unfinished surface beneath. The surface is still a steel gray color, but the peeling looks pretty bad.
Bottom line: Timex - Please don't use sharp interior corners in any of your crystals, they will always crack.
Potential Buyer - Buy the T53161
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Timex Expedition is returning to its roots with Trail Series, a collection of casual analog and accurate digital compass watches. Capturing key style elements from the best selling Expedition watches over the past ten years. The result is a collection of bold, rugged design combined with lightweight yet durable materials and easy-to-use technology.
24-Hour Time
Forward or Backward Setting
Month, Day and Date Display
Durable and Lightweight Resin Case
Durable Resin Strap
Water Resistant 100 M
Case Shape: Round
Olive Green/ Black Resin Case
Crystal/Lens Material: Acrylic
Black Resin Strap
Buckle/Clasp Type: Buckle
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