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Old 29 Nov 2006
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Timex
I usually use a Timex watch. As said above, one that has the capabiity to enter different time zones and has a decent alarm on it. Something that can take a dunk in the water is a must. I also carry a spare in my tank bag and a spare battery. I have used the Timex Expedition for years. I also use a Suunto with altimeter when climbing. I prefer the analog display to the digital display. www.campmor.com usually has a decent collection of Timex and Casio watches at discount prices. Also, for what it's worth, for analog watches, if you point the hour hand towards the sun, while keeping it somewhat level, then follow the numerals clockwise towards the twelve o'clock position, halfway between these two positions will point south. If your watch is set for daylight savings time, use the one o'clock position instead of the twelve o'clock position.
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Another vote for the humble timex expedition
I have worn mine for 7 years, probably on the 4th strap now ( visa sport velcro cheapie)

very accurate and easy to read in the dark with the indiglo face


and still on the original battery
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I Also, for what it's worth, for analog watches, if you point the hour hand towards the sun, while keeping it somewhat level, then follow the numerals clockwise towards the twelve o'clock position, halfway between these two positions will point south. NO , incorrect .
This is how it works:
This traditional way of telling the time can only be used if the watch is set to G.M.T. in the United Kingdom, or to true local time (with no local additions such as summer time) if abroad.In the Northern hemisphere, hold the watch flat and point the hour hand towards the Sun, Now bisect the angle between the hour hand and the figure 12 (noon) on your watch to give you a North-South LINE.
As you know that the sun rises in the east and sets in the west, the line is easy to know which end points north and which points south.

In the Southern hemisphere, hold the watch dial and point the figure 12 (noon) towards the sun. The line that bisects the angle between the hour hand and the figure 12 is the North-South line.

NB that this method will become less accurate the nearer you are to the equator.
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NB that this method will become less accurate the nearer you are to the equator.
That figures...
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Casio Solar G-Shock G-2310-1V
I purchased my first g-shock several years ago when I was a lumberjack in Tenn. I was about 200Ft. up in a tree topping it out and my spikes started slipping

I tried to push off to dig in but it wasn't working - just then a small outcrop from a broken limb struck my left wrist and got stuck on my (plastic) watch band just long enough to get a grip. My left wrist was bleeding, my watch band had broke and it fell but I was ok, I quit very shortly after that.
Given a watch band isn't gonna stop most people but at the time I weighted around 100lbs soaking wet, lol.

I still use a G-Shock although now I have a nylon band "No more trees for me" and my current one is solar, as the one's with batteries only last about a year and a half. It charges whilst in transit.

Casio G2310-1V G-SHOCK Tough Solar Watch from LeisurePro.com

Plus it's under $100


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for me its the timex option on the road. cheap, reliable and not hartbreaking if lost or damaged. Pulsar Diver for the rest of the time.

Two watches? i think that gives me twice as much time to do stuff.
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Tag-Heuer SEL, The most comfortable watch I've owned.
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Vostok Amphibia:

A Russian wind up/self winding watch. Its extremely accurate, has hands and a date (though cant figure leap years/February). True to Russian technology its as strong as hell, with a 200m depth rating, I can vouch for the first 74m, after that I dunno yet.

The Luminous markings last for about 20 minutes, then all dark so no irritating your vision.

I have not wound it since I brought it and it has no battery.

Oh and they look great,a nd cost £40.
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I must confess that I belong to the "no watch" brigade. However, when I go touring I do carry a cheap travel alarm clock (Westclox) - does this count?

Since my bike has a clock, I only really need an alarm clock if I need to catch an early morning ferry for example. Mind you, if it fails to go off you will be amazed at how quickly you can pack your bike when you have to!

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I use a Swiss Army watch that I bought in a sale, over twenty years ago for £19.00.

Every other year I replace the battery and that's it.

Totally reliable, small, tough, waterproof and always accurate. What else would you want from a watch?

Oh, and it's analogue type, rather than these new fangled digitals, they'll never catch on , tee hee.

A few years ago I tried to point out a hot air balloon from the car, to a young passenger. I said 'look at the balloon at our three o'clock low'. He looked at his watch and said 'how did I know a balloon would be there in two hours?'. Class. We still chuckle over that one.
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I use an Omega Seamaster that I've had for about 16 years. Unfortunately the last twice it has gone to Swatch to have the battery changed it has needed servicing so I'm struggling to justify keeping it. On the plus side it is superbly accurate.

I also use a SUUNTO Vector - it too has loads of good points.

If anyone else has a decent place to get batteries replaced let me know.
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