http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/list.php?53Thu, 23 May 2013 13:43:42 -0400 Phorum 5.2.11 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,307013,307013#msg-307013 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,307013,307013#msg-307013Movement: Casio Cal. 4765

Why: Because this version is not only tough but solar and atomic, which is important for Military and Police.

[AWG-100-1A] Multi-Band 5 Atomic Timekeeping and Tough Solar Power for the ultimate in perfect precision timekeeping. The Atomic Solar Ana-Digi’s from G-Shock also feature 48-city World Time, LED light, and Countdown Timer.

Chosen by: arutlosjr11 (police officer)
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Additional pictures from [watchshock.com]

]]> Reto TOP 10 Poor Man's Service Watches Tue, 05 Apr 2011 02:41:21 -0400 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,294087,294087#msg-294087 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,294087,294087#msg-294087
Movement: 2836-2 (even the day of the week is not displayed, it is a 2836!)

Dimensions (mm):
Case diameter (excl.crown): 40
Lug to Lug: 48
Height: 11
Lug width: 20
Bracelet tapered 20 to16
Sapphire Crystal
Screwed Crown WR 100

Weight 125 grams

Price Feb 2011 USD 289 (from the "Poor Man's" Watch Corner PMWC)

Submitted by Reto

]]> Reto TOP 10 Poor Man's Service Watches Mon, 28 Feb 2011 08:20:06 -0500 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,241723,241723#msg-241723 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,241723,241723#msg-241723
Having deployed to Afghanistan with the Canadian Forces (CF), I came across several common watch brands being worn. Obviously Timex is one of them. The reason being they are so inexpensive that guys don't mind if they bang them up or loose them. And most guys want an alarm function.

But another brand that was pretty popluar between the guys who looked at thier watch as more of a tool to aid in several tasks (rather than just telling the time or using for an alarm) is Suunto.

Many guys had the Suunto X9i (me included which I subsequently replaced with an X10) and even more had the Vector.

The X9i/X10 were popular for thier GPS feature as GPS aren't individual issue. So you saw guys in leadership positions weaing them (those that would have to call in a quick sitrep or contact report.)

The vector on the other hand is popular becuase of the digital compass. The CF works on mils (6400 mils to a circle) but fast air and aviation works on degrees. So some guys had the vector in the case they had to call in fast air or aviation. Also, our Forward Observation Officers get them issued.

So I propose that either the Vector or X10 (as thier current GPS watch) get the nod for inclusion in the Top 10 Service Watches and the Luminox Traser or 3000 gets pulled.

Pictures pulled from stock Suunto pictures.

Submitted by Ray C.

Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 09/17/2010 05:35PM by Ray C.]]> Reto TOP 10 Poor Man's Service Watches Sat, 18 Sep 2010 02:28:47 -0400 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,241722,241722#msg-241722 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,241722,241722#msg-241722
Having deployed to Afghanistan with the Canadian Forces (CF), I came across several common watch brands being worn. Obviously Timex is one of them. The reason being they are so inexpensive that guys don't mind if they bang them up or loose them. And most guys want an alarm function.

But another brand that was pretty popluar between the guys who looked at thier watch as more of a tool to aid in several tasks (rather than just telling the time or using for an alarm) is Suunto.

Many guys had the Suunto X9i (me included which I subsequently replaced with an X10) and even more had the Vector.

The X9i/X10 were popular for thier GPS feature as GPS aren't individual issue. So you saw guys in leadership positions weaing them (those that would have to call in a quick sitrep or contact report.)

The vector on the other hand is popular becuase of the digital compass. The CF works on mils (6400 mils to a circle) but fast air and aviation works on degrees. So some guys had the vector in the case they had to call in fast air or aviation. Also, our Forward Observation Officers get them issued.

So I propose that either the Vector or X10 (as thier current GPS watch) get the nod for inclusion in the Top 10 Service Watches and the Luminox Traser or 3000 gets pulled.

Pictures pulled from stock Suunto pictures.

Submitted by Ray C.
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 09/17/2010 05:35PM by Ray C.]]> Reto TOP 10 Poor Man's Service Watches Sat, 18 Sep 2010 02:28:09 -0400 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,237077,237077#msg-237077 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,237077,237077#msg-237077
Submitted by Catalin]]> Reto TOP 10 Poor Man's Service Watches Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:46:39 -0400 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,237075,237075#msg-237075 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,237075,237075#msg-237075I think they would be better served by the Luminox because it is analogue and has a functional elapsed time bezel. Personally I find digital watches too abstract. The mind always knows how to interpret hour and minute hands and a visual bezel when in a high stress mental fog. Plus you need to use both hands to control the functions of a digital watch and your other hand may be doing something it cannot be taken away from if you are a soldier, medic or fireman.

There are certain additional advantages to a multi-functional digital, but as a basic timepiece it can fail to deliver the pertinent information whereas an analogue watch such as the Luminox is ready at a glance.

So I vote for a high-contrast Luminox/Traser such as the white or yellow on black, with a black dial.

Submitted by "thebarak"]]> Reto TOP 10 Poor Man's Service Watches Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:45:02 -0400 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,237073,237073#msg-237073 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,237073,237073#msg-237073The current US Government contract holder.

A substantial and solid line of watches including dive, chrono and navigator styles including use and options of quartz and automatic movements as well as tritium gas tubes for lume.

Submitted by: turner/Bill]]> Reto TOP 10 Poor Man's Service Watches Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:43:59 -0400 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,237072,237072#msg-237072 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,237072,237072#msg-237072
Submitted by Adam in NYC]]> Reto TOP 10 Poor Man's Service Watches Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:42:49 -0400 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,237070,237070#msg-237070 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,237070,237070#msg-237070
Submitted by Adam in NYC]]> Reto TOP 10 Poor Man's Service Watches Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:38:39 -0400 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,237069,237069#msg-237069 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?53,237069,237069#msg-237069
Submitted by jeremd676]]> Reto TOP 10 Poor Man's Service Watches Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:36:27 -0400