Every time I think of the GSAR I have to remind myself that skipping a month's mortgage payments just to buy another version of a watch that I already have makes no sense whatsoever <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />.

SER 0017 from the March 2004 production run.

I also like the Timex Expedition. I have had mine six years, still on original battery, but had to replace the band last month. I use the alarm when traveling instead of the clocks in hotels or the front desk (who seem to be asleep when they are to be waking you up). They are waterproof, good for swimming or canoeing. The timer helps on weekends when making waffles for the kids. The chrono helps timing scouts when they are performing the running test for Tenderfoot. The indiglo works for those impatient checks 20 minutes into the movie, waiting on the ads to end. Everything you need, and nothing you don't. The perfect watch for under $50.

I currently EDC this.



# INDIGLO? night-light
# Accurate electronic compass
# Declination adjustment scale
# Stainless steel case
# 3 year battery life**
# Water-resistant 100m

But lately I have been drooling over this little number and I think it may soon replace my Expedition. <img src="/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />



Style and technology in perfect harmony

The ultimate option for the outdoor enthusiast who needs a stylish watch to wear in and out of the office.

Suunto X-Lander is an accurate altimeter, a complete barometer, a precise electronic compass and a multi-functional sports watch in a one elegant package.

In spite of the abundance of features, it is extremely user-friendly and has easy-to-use logic, a large display with big numerals and an electro-luminescent backlight for dimly lit conditions.

Suunto X-Lander combines exclusive looks with the rock solid construction. The non-allergenic aluminum casing, carbon fiber back and the durable mineral crystal glass combined with the water resistant fabrik strap make Suunto X-Lander ideal for those who want their watch to tell more than the time.

# Altimeter: Altitude, vertical speed, altitude alarm, logbook, altitude difference, automatic 24h altitude memory, logbook capacity 8kB, recording intervals 20s, 1min, 10min and 60min, with respective times 10h, 12h, 7 days and 10 days
# Barometer: Sea level pressure, absolute pressure, pressure difference, pressure trend indicator, 4-day barometric memory, temperature
# Compass: Cardinal bearing, North-South arrow, bearing tracking, declination setting
# Chronograph: Stopwatch, countdown timer, calendar, three daily alarms
# Material: Aluminium casing and a water resistant fabric band


# Water resistant to 30 m (100 ft) NEW! Suunto X-Lander black. Available in Fall 2005.

by far the best edc watch I ever owned was a casio that doubled as a scientific calculator. It cost about $30 at the time, and I haven't found one to replace what I had back in the late 80s but ruined with a lawn mower one day. Now I just pack a $15 casio with a standard calc function. Not as useful, but I added a $6 compass to the band that has come in handy on a regular basis. I've managed to keep the current watch on my wrist for 7 years now, and have only replaced the battery once about 2 years ago.

Duratec Titanium and bright all night long, ecodrive with 6 months power reserve, second time zone hand included :
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I have the Suunto X-Lander watch. It is very light and the leather band does not make my wrist sweat like a plastic band. The altimeter is very accurate and the Barometer forcaster has been reliable. The only problem with the watch is that TSA makes me x-ray the watch because is sets off the metal detectors (big cell battery).

You should look on ebay for the watch. Most people buy them and never wear them.