Showing posts with label outdoors. Show all posts
Showing posts with label outdoors. Show all posts

Thursday, May 24, 2012

Casio Men's SGW100-1V Digital Compass Twin Sensor Sport Watch Review

Casio Men's SGW100-1V Digital Compass Twin Sensor Sport Watch
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This is a great watch. About accuracy: After performing the compass calibration, I can say it is fairly accurate. I always get acceptable direction of where the north should be. Temperature is also accurate but it is true, you need to take off the watch for about 10 to 15 min to get a good reading. If not, then you get a constant 31 degrees.
About size, I think it does has a very good size, big numbers, clear display and very nice to press buttons.
Band is resin.
I gave 4 stars because I think alarm is dim but that is just a personal point of view.
Very nice to use. In all, I am happy with my purchase.
Update dic 21 08: Yes, time is display normally in the central area of the screen, where the 330° is shown on picture. This picture here in amazon shows the compass mode. I have added some images for size and display info.

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Innovative technology and sleek, sporty style combine in Casio's Twin Sensor Watch #SGW100-1V. Temperature and direction readings make this rugged timepiece ideal for workouts, outdoor adventures, and water sports. There's also world time (29 time zones/48 cities), declination correction, a convenient stopwatch, four daily alarms and one snooze alarm, auto calendar, and a mineral glass for extra protection against scratching. Direction readings and time are indicated on a large LCD that is divided into three segments for a clear, easy-to-understand display. Water resistance to 660 feet and a rugged resin band ensure durability, while digital quartz movement provides reliable precision.

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Sunday, March 11, 2012

Timex Unisex T49754 Expedition Digital Watch Review

Timex Unisex T49754 Expedition Digital Watch
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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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Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Timex Men's T48042 Expedition Classic Digital Outdoor Performance Chrono Alarm Timer Watch Review

Timex Men's T48042 Expedition Classic Digital Outdoor Performance Chrono Alarm Timer Watch
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I have been a fan of Timex digital watches for years because unlike other brands there is a great selection of smaller, light weight designs. When I obliterated my "Iron Man" recently I was once again in the market for a digital, but this time I wanted something that looked less like a runner's watch and more like a conventional watch with the functionality I needed.
I am happy to say, the Timex Men's Outdoor Performance Chrono Alarm Timer Expedition Watch #T48042 fit the bill perfectly. It is small, for those of us with small bone structure it will not overwhelm your wrist, and stylish, it has the functionality but also fits better than my previous digital watches in a business environment.
There is one great change from my earlier watches. For backpacking or any time you need to check the time at night the Indiglo button has been moved to the front and it is much easier to light up the watch face.

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Designed for active, outdoor lifestyles--as well as the rigors of harsh urban landscapes--the mid-sized Timex T48042 Expedition digital watch adds a stylish yet rugged complement to your everyday wear. It features a round resin watch case in black with an olive green top ring and a water-resistant leather strap in brown with black mesh lining. Timing features include a 100-hour chronograph with lap or split options, 99-lap counter, 24-hour countdown timer, and second time zone with date. It also offers three alarms with daily, weekday, and weekend options, and water resistance to 100 meters (330 feet).
The Indiglo night-light uniformly lights the surface of the watch dial using patented blue electroluminescent lighting technology. It uses less battery power than most other watch illumination systems, enabling your watch battery to last longer. The Night Mode feature allows you to illuminate the Indiglo night-light for 3 seconds with any button press, regardless of the mode or function.

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