Watch Recommendation

[Fl0und3rz]

I haven't worn a watch in forever, and I find that relying on a phone is not optimal.  So I am looking for recommendations and feedback.


What I am look for:

- rugged; don't want to have to care about removing for car/construction work, swimming, paddling, hunting
- good battery life
- probably not analog, unless there is something out there
- don't need jewelry; don't need a fashion statement, but can be priced according to features/quality
- not gigantic; I have relatively narrow but manly wrists
- probably not metal, fabric, or leather band for sweat resistance
- decent water resistance but don't need a dive watch
- beyond, normal time, date, timer, alarm functions OK
   - night time illumination would be good
   - compass and barometer would be nice and temp also, but not necessary
   - no need for heart rate monitor, blue tooth, wifi, camera, email, smoothie attachment, manpurse organizer


I realize that this probably points to some GShock model, or similar, but let me know what is out there.


Thank you.

[High Climber]

Timex Ironman triathalon
No compass, barometer, temp just a watch. They are under $40 and last me 3-5 years before I manage to break it somehow 

[syoungs]

https://www.amazon.com/Casio-SGW-1000-2BCF-Triple-Digital-Display/dp/B01537PYNM/ref=sr_1_13?keywords=casio+watch+compass&qid=1577995129&sr=8-13

Ive been running this watch for 3 or 4 years now. I love it. very handy features, its tough as nails, and not as big as the G-shock so its more comfortable to wear. The one negative I had with it was battery life. stock battery they put in all these watches are more of a "shipping" battery, and wont last as long as a replacement one would.
A buddy has another casio with the triple sensor, slightly different model. His is just as old, he is just as rough, and its lasted great as well.

EDIT: the thermometer function on these watches, and I assume most watches, don't work while your wearing them. instructions say to take off the watch for approx. 10 minutes before the temperature stabilizes and body heat isn't skewing the number.

[Fl0und3rz]

Timex Ironman triathalon
No compass, barometer, temp just a watch. They are under $40 and last me 3-5 years before I manage to break it somehow 

Thanks.  I've had them in the past and liked them.  I'll put them on the list.

[Fl0und3rz]

https://www.amazon.com/Casio-SGW-1000-2BCF-Triple-Digital-Display/dp/B01537PYNM

Thanks.  That seems to hit all the wickets, and at Case Diameter = 54.7mm, it is about the largest that I would want.

[bowhunterforever]

Check out suunto traverse alpa. It has all the bells and whistles. I just got one and love it so far

[Fl0und3rz]

Thanks.  I've had my eye on the Suunto for a while and like the idea.  I'll see if there is something in the small but manly wrist size.

[Shaqdiesel]

I have had a Suunto for a year and it’s bullet proof

[CoryTDF]

I sure like mine. Shane Dorian is an archery hunter and avid supporter of hunting.
https://timeconcepts.net/collections/shane-dorian-icon-watch/products/icon-shane-dorian-signature-5304

[cbond3318]

Thanks.  I've had my eye on the Suunto for a while and like the idea.  I'll see if there is something in the small but manly wrist size.

I use the Garmin Fenix which may be too big for your liking but the Forerunner may be right up your alley.

[Fl0und3rz]

I sure like mine. Shane Dorian is an archery hunter and avid supporter of hunting.

https://timeconcepts.net/collections/shane-dorian-icon-watch/products/icon-shane-dorian-signature-5304

Man, that speaks to me, and the 42 mm case seems about right, but it may be a bit lacking in the multifunction area.

I'll keep it on my list.

[Fl0und3rz]

Thanks.  I've had my eye on the Suunto for a while and like the idea.  I'll see if there is something in the small but manly wrist size.

I use the Garmin Fenix which may be too big for your liking but the Forerunner may be right up your alley.

I think my main hesitations on the Garmins and Suuntos are the too many features and size of the case.  I'll check them out.  But if it has heartrate, step, GPS, etc. it is probably beyond what I am looking for.  But I may surprise myself.

[Dhoey07]

I had a citizen watch that I wore for years.  Fit was good, I liked that I didn't have to replace a battery and it wasn't big and bulky.  I broke the crystal 3 times and finally gave up.  I don't wear one now but will be interested in what people come up with for ya.

[h20hunter]

Narrow but manly wrists.....

[Fl0und3rz]

Hey now. 

I am liking the Suunto Core (no GPS), but the case diameter at 49 mm is about the upper edge of the case diameter.   

Even the Casio listed above is 54 mm.  That just isn't going to work.   Maybe I should shop ladies watches.


I had a citizen diver (which was like a weapon) and an eco-drive (which I liked) for a number of years.  I end up taking them off when working on the car or something and end up leaving them places.