Watches with compass?

[Judas]

Hey gang.. I'm looking for a watch with a compass, it can either be digital or analog, doesn't matter to me, as long as its not outrageously bulky or what not.

I know G-Shock makes one, but I'm looking to see what else my options are. My price range is not to exceed $200-300.

 

[XDSteve]

I've done some research on this and the Suunto Core watches look amazing and can be found in your price range. Good luck. http://www.outdoorgearlab.com/Altimeter-Watch-Reviews/Suunto-Core

 

[FallenXJustice]

I own a 5.11 Tatical Field Ops watch. It has a digital compass which is why I got it. Also it comes with a ballistics calculator. I am no sniper but it's a nice option to have as I do plan on getting a rifle eventually. It lists for 235 dollars and I got insanely lucky and found a new one wore once for 110 dollars. I love the watch but I have to say the watch is large in size and the band is thick. For me it's perfect I love the size and the band thickness but I understand it's not for everyone. Look into it though.



http://www.511tactical.com/All-Products/Accessories/Watches/Field-Ops-Watch-New-Design.html

 

[FallenXJustice]

To give you a idea of the size of the 5.11 Field Ops.

 

[AdmSlc]

I love the Casio Pathfinder.

 

[hawk652]

check out the g-shock mudman. the scorpion model is awesome looking. I also like the Tissot t-touch

 

[Semper Praesidio]

How quickly do these watches with the digital compasses drain the battery?


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[AdmSlc]

How quickly do these watches with the digital compasses drain the battery?


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I'd say quite quickly if you're always using all the functions. This pathfinder takes 4 or 5 batteries and costs almost $50 to have them replaced.


-AdmSlc

 

[Semper Praesidio]

How quickly do these watches with the digital compasses drain the battery?


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I'd say quite quickly if you're always using all the functions. This pathfinder takes 4 or 5 batteries and costs almost $50 to have them replaced.


-AdmSlc

So, are we talking about a once a year replacement? How frequent?


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[sghian]

If you are flexible about the compass you could buy a clip on one that slips over the watch band.

This one is doesn't take a battery and you are free to buy any watch you want.


http://www.itstactical.com/store/accessories/suunto-clipper-compass/

 

[AdmSlc]

The first year or two yes.. Because you'll play with the functions all the time. After that probably every 3 years.


-AdmSlc

 

[assoc]

You could always get one of these or a Suunto Vector.

 

[CSM-101]

Instead of starting a new thread I thought I'd bump this one. I've been wearing a Timex Ironman of one style or another
since I was in the 10th grade but lately I've been thinking about buying a watch with a compass. While I love my Ironman
I'm not that crazy about the looks of the Expeditions, the Casio Pathfinders are OK, and the Suunto's are nice but one
of those would equal the price of all the watches I've owned in my life... ever Recommendations?

 

[dmak]

I've worn a Solar Pathfinder pretty much everyday for the last 8 years. Still keeps a full charge. Sensors are still accurate. I got it at Costco years ago for like $150ish. Its been worth its weight in gold

Typed by my sad little thumbs on this tiny ass screen. Sorry for typos!

 

[Desertratt1322]

Been wearing my Casio Pathfinder for about 6 years love it, but looking to go to a solar later. The Compass works great and sensors are still working good. replaced the battery several times and still a great watch. I'll try and upload a picture later tonight of it.

Here is the picture of my Casio Pathfinder

 

[dmak]

Here's my Pathfinder



Typed by my sad little thumbs on this tiny ass screen. Sorry for typos!

 

[BOOM!]

I absolutely love my Protrek, it's been on my wrist for over 2 years now. I consider it my most reliable compass when GPS isn't available for some reason:

Mine is the PRG-200 GB-3:

The latest one is the PRG-3000 I believe, I suggest you check that one out @CSM-101 . Good to see you here by the way