jdkno Posted July 30, 2009 Report Share Posted July 30, 2009 You could swap to a 'tatty' velcro strap ANy links to this 'Tatty" velcro strap? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member X Posted July 30, 2009 Report Share Posted July 30, 2009 I was thinking gasgasbones: http://gasgasbones.com/ Have a look under the 'webbing' section They look pretty discreet, even new (IMO) and would soon look a bit more used once you'd been travelling for a couple of weeks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken fingerlove Posted July 31, 2009 Report Share Posted July 31, 2009 G-shock. No question. I would suggest Suunto, but I've had two (Vector and T3) and they have abysmal battery life. Get a solar G 5600. Indestructable. Unless you're going polar, I wouldn't even consider a mechanical watch, but surely you're far more likely to drop/bash/whatever it than get it frighteningly cold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnDorian Posted July 31, 2009 Report Share Posted July 31, 2009 Gold Rolex Submariner with diamond bezel. It was nice knowing you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranisavage Posted July 31, 2009 Report Share Posted July 31, 2009 If you want a rep i would actually recommend a BR02-92 on rubber or on the nylon. I think it's a fantastic watch. Everyone's recommendations are great when it comes to the usefulness of the watch for your journey however i think the BR02-92 on rubber or nylon is really cool. I love mine and have worn it every day for the last few weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrissej Posted July 31, 2009 Report Share Posted July 31, 2009 Suunto Core.. got it all. Temp/Alti/Stormwarning/Deapthmeter/compass/etc... Can handle rough time, and imo looks good to.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noslen Posted July 31, 2009 Report Share Posted July 31, 2009 G-shock without doubt, you'll die before the watch does. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted July 31, 2009 Report Share Posted July 31, 2009 I have had a G shock for over five years and I have beat the shi out of this thing and it's has never failed me, not once. If you must have a auto the Invicta Pro diver Is hard to beat. They came In 40mm - 47mm I think. I know a lot of people look down on Invictas but they are a good watch for the price. Pro divers go from just under $100.00 to 300, depending on the movement, Swiss/Jap. There are many reviews, just google search Invicta pro diver, I would go with the Casio, good luck Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted July 31, 2009 Report Share Posted July 31, 2009 I would recommend a Timex Ironman. I used to do a lot of climbing...and the timing functions and alarm are essential for travel, alpine starts, timing speed ascents, etc. A metal watch will get scratched to bits, so the rubber and plastic combo works well to resist damage...and it's light. I would not want a big B&R on my wrist climbing, given how many times I've had to use my forearm for holds chimneying, or face climbing for support. I usually just velcro the watch to my harness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted July 31, 2009 Report Share Posted July 31, 2009 I would recommend a Timex Ironman. I used to do a lot of climbing...and the timing functions and alarm are essential for travel, alpine starts, timing speed ascents, etc. A metal watch will get scratched to bits, so the rubber and plastic combo works well to resist damage...and it's light. I would not want a big B&R on my wrist climbing, given how many times I've had to use my forearm for holds chimneying, or face climbing for support. I usually just velcro the watch to my harness. Good point Toad, the Iron man Is a fine watch for such activities,tough watch. Takes a licking and keeps on... well you know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metaljesus Posted July 31, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2009 (edited) You know what, I'm really loving the look of those Cores: http://bp3.blogger.com/_GQ9jVpYbVtI/SJHWNklOClI/AAAAAAAAAKU/R6yPTmx9tAo/s1600-h/Cores.jpg That brown/white/black combo is very nice and the orange/black could be sweeeeet on a nato. Perhaps a little flashy for the 3rd world but it works as a sporting watch for me. Would be happy to wear that around hardcore downhill riders I'm still thinking about picking up a bell and ross for music festivals and camping and such. Ie where Ill get hell dirty but im not doing anything high impact Edited July 31, 2009 by metaljesus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OmegaPOFL Posted August 2, 2009 Report Share Posted August 2, 2009 G-shockkkk or a Seiko sport model Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChipSlap Posted August 2, 2009 Report Share Posted August 2, 2009 If you absolutely need a mechanical and hate the Seiko Monster, then you can try the skx007/skx009. But personally, I'd wear my Casio g shock solar atomic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porschespeedster Posted August 3, 2009 Report Share Posted August 3, 2009 no one has mentioned luminox or marathon???? as someone said earlier, look at what people deployed in active combat zones are wearing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChipSlap Posted August 3, 2009 Report Share Posted August 3, 2009 If you're looking to have something for barter or maybe bribing the local constabulary, why not tuck a couple of Noobmariners or Air Kings in your pack? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj85 Posted August 3, 2009 Report Share Posted August 3, 2009 no one has mentioned luminox or marathon???? as someone said earlier, look at what people deployed in active combat zones are wearing. Luminox run at around 20% failure rate so thats why they haven't been mentioned probably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdkno Posted August 3, 2009 Report Share Posted August 3, 2009 no one has mentioned luminox or marathon???? as someone said earlier, look at what people deployed in active combat zones are wearing. Other than REMF, you won't find many Luminox or Marathon watches attached to boots on the ground. The inability to controll when it lights up and when it does not is something that could comprimise your position and in effect your life. The reason G Shocks are proven to be tough as tanks is because of their extensive use. While many other watches could probably be just as tough they have not been used enough to find out 100% like the G Shocks have been. For refrence: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChipSlap Posted August 3, 2009 Report Share Posted August 3, 2009 That is some excellent photographic evidence! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest avitt Posted August 5, 2009 Report Share Posted August 5, 2009 Tissot T-Touch Titanium/Sapphire is $299 today on chronoshark.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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jdkno Posted August 5, 2009 Report Share Posted August 5, 2009 Tissot T-Touch Titanium/Sapphire is $299 today on chronoshark.com Nice watch, would look even better with a nice DLC coating I would however advise against anything that has a bracelet. Bracelets have 2 distinct problems: 1. Pins and screws that can break or become loose and fall out, 2. You can not open a bracelet completely to attach it to your gear if need be. I can't count the number of times I slid the strap of my G Shock through a piece of molle webbing to get it off the wrist for some reason or another while still leaving it easily accessable if need be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McRae Posted August 5, 2009 Report Share Posted August 5, 2009 I'm with jdkno, you definatly want to have a webbing strap, per stated reasons. Also ALL watches with a look similar to the B&R isn't a very good idea, you'll break the crystal in about 2 sec, VERY thin, no protruding bezel to protect it and totally flat (curved objects are always stronger). G-shocks sure are ugly, but life is beautiful so why waste your own for vanity? If you go with anything else, do tune it down, like a Seiko 007 with DLC on a velcro or something. BTW, the Luminox isn't very good, unprotected crystal as per a B&R. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotoman Posted August 5, 2009 Report Share Posted August 5, 2009 someone asked this question a few years ago, i almost expected this to be the same thread. i know its been said, use a gen tissot t touch is useful if you need a compass and barometric altimeter. i just noticed avitt said the same thing he knows his stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kronos twin Posted August 6, 2009 Report Share Posted August 6, 2009 Go with a Luminox. That thing will go through the fire. The G Shock is the other way to go. Or maybe an MTM special ops watch if you want to go a little military chic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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