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Posted: 11/22/2014 7:38:23 PM EDT
[#1]
Can't go wrong with a Casio G-Shock if he is going to be wearing it on duty.
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Posted: 11/22/2014 7:39:43 PM EDT
[#2]
Suunto Military.
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Posted: 11/22/2014 7:40:57 PM EDT
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Have a look around this site.
https://www.marathonwatch.com/search/category/29 You don't mention budget. Something like this https://www.marathonwatch.com/product/divers-quartz |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 7:41:11 PM EDT
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Panerai of course.
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Posted: 11/22/2014 7:43:21 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
Can't go wrong with a Casio G-Shock if he is going to be wearing it on duty. |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 7:43:21 PM EDT
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Luminox 3051 EVO
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Posted: 11/22/2014 7:45:20 PM EDT
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Gshock on duty. Hamilton for Class A's/Off duty. Classic American look. Stay away from Suunto, they are overrated in my opinion.
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Posted: 11/22/2014 7:45:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Can't go wrong with a Casio G-Shock if he is going to be wearing it on duty. FPNIA
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Posted: 11/22/2014 7:47:03 PM EDT
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Casio G-Shock / Pathfinder / Pro Trek. I like the solar atomic versions for zero upkeep.
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Posted: 11/22/2014 7:47:36 PM EDT
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Get him one of the Swiss made military watches with Tritium illumination. Marathon from CountyComm. Or search Amazon for Watch - Tritium.
The ones with the Carbon fiber or plastic cases are inexpensive, but well made and pretty waterproof. Get one that is official military issue (for US or other). Thats what I would want if I were running around in the dark. |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 7:48:07 PM EDT
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thank you for the info.. looking to spend around $200-300 Should I stay away from Tritium illumination? I was looking at the watches at the Military Watch Company..
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Posted: 11/22/2014 7:49:23 PM EDT
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I was concerned about Tritium due to his MOS.. I like it but not sure if it is practical
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Posted: 11/22/2014 7:57:26 PM EDT
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G-Shock Model: GA100-1A1. it even does the funky extra half hour for when in Afghanistan |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 7:58:31 PM EDT
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If you can find a Tritium powered watch that also has some type of maintenance free mode of operation such as solar or automatic that is <$500 please let me know...
Anyway, Tritium is great because it always illuminates. I also don't know how it would be an issue given any MOS as Tritium is used in several different applications in the military such as the ACOG rifle scope... |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 8:06:13 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If you can find a Tritium powered watch that also has some type of maintenance free mode of operation such as solar or automatic that is <$500 please let me know... Anyway, Tritium is great because it always illuminates. I also don't know how it would be an issue given any MOS as Tritium is used in several different applications in the military such as the ACOG rifle scope... well some Tririum watches are very bright... and could give away you position in the dark |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 8:13:31 PM EDT
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The Seal team member I hunted with this season swore by his Suunto Core:
http://www.suunto.com/en-US/Products/Sports-Watches/Suunto-Core/Suunto-Core-All-Black/ |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 8:14:38 PM EDT
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Interested as my son is also 19D - should be home in 4 weeks...........
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Posted: 11/22/2014 8:15:30 PM EDT
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Posted: 11/22/2014 8:30:58 PM EDT
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I second the Luminox.
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Posted: 11/22/2014 8:47:37 PM EDT
[#20]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
Suunto Military. Those suck dick. Been through a few of them G shock is much better. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 8:49:43 PM EDT
[#21]
Seiko SKX007:
A decent quality watch that will take some abuse and isn't too out of place in any uniform or style of dress. |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 8:55:19 PM EDT
[#22]
Suunto core or Citizen eco-drive.
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Posted: 11/22/2014 8:55:28 PM EDT
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Gshock on duty. Hamilton for Class A's/Off duty. Classic American look. Stay away from Suunto, they are overrated in my opinion. Gotta agree, on the Sunnto, bought my son one for his 21st b-day. That thing eats batteries like crazy. Maybe it's just his but I would go with the G-shock over it any day. |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 9:01:13 PM EDT
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Victorniox Swiss Army makes some beautiful watches.
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Posted: 11/22/2014 9:02:29 PM EDT
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Victorniox Swiss Army makes some beautiful watches. Get 'em used. They shed value like a mail order bride when purchased. |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 9:07:45 PM EDT
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Seiko SKX007: http://forums.watchuseek.com/attachments/f67/432100d1304664292-review-seiko-skx007-divers-200m-02.jpg A decent quality watch that will take some abuse and isn't too out of place in any uniform or style of dress. It's shiny. Another vote for a G Shock. Takes abuse, keeps working. He will never use any of the shit on the Suunto |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 9:55:51 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryThat's what I would recommend, with a NATO strap. Mine has been bombproof, and i'm not gentle to it. |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 9:57:16 PM EDT
[#28]
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That's what I would recommend, with a NATO strap. Mine has been bombproof, and i'm not gentle to it. Quote HistoryQuoted:
That's what I would recommend, with a NATO strap. Mine has been bombproof, and i'm not gentle to it. They are nice for the office, but G-Shock for down range. Of course, I have no clue where my g-Shock is. I'm such a staff bitch. |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 10:02:12 PM EDT
[#29]
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Can't go wrong with a Casio G-Shock if he is going to be wearing it on duty. Can't go wrong here. These are about the toughest watches I have found. |
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Posted: 11/22/2014 10:21:15 PM EDT
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Suunto Military. Nailed it |
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Posted: 11/23/2014 12:20:33 AM EDT
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They are nice for the office, but G-Shock for down range. Of course, I have no clue where my g-Shock is. I'm such a staff bitch. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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That's what I would recommend, with a NATO strap. Mine has been bombproof, and i'm not gentle to it. They are nice for the office, but G-Shock for down range. Of course, I have no clue where my g-Shock is. I'm such a staff bitch. Beat mine to death during four harsh deployments. Got blowed up and had the inards replaced. Rock solid. My suits are now too tailored for such a thick watch. |
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Posted: 11/23/2014 1:13:06 AM EDT
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Beat mine to death during four harsh deployments. Got blowed up and had the inards replaced. Rock solid. My suits are now too tailored for such a thick watch. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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That's what I would recommend, with a NATO strap. Mine has been bombproof, and i'm not gentle to it. They are nice for the office, but G-Shock for down range. Of course, I have no clue where my g-Shock is. I'm such a staff bitch. Beat mine to death during four harsh deployments. Got blowed up and had the inards replaced. Rock solid. My suits are now too tailored for such a thick watch. It's a Beautiful watch. OP, there are watch bands that have a little velcro cover, if you are worried about the illum. |
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Posted: 11/23/2014 1:15:07 AM EDT
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Posted: 11/23/2014 1:31:13 AM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryQuoted: If you can find a Tritium powered watch that also has some type of maintenance free mode of operation such as solar or automatic that is <$500 please let me know... Anyway, Tritium is great because it always illuminates. I also don't know how it would be an issue given any MOS as Tritium is used in several different applications in the military such as the ACOG rifle scope... Deep Blue makes one. Here's a link. http://www.deepbluewatches.com/dat1opstrflt39.html I've never owned one, but I have met people that love them. |
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Posted: 11/23/2014 1:35:01 AM EDT
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I used my Suunto Core a lot, that thing was awesome. Great or elevation, direction, even temperature and storm warning. Good battery life (2 years).
Mine was stolen and I had to get a new one, the wrist strap has been re-designed and it broke twice already. The watch itself is still good, but they complicated the strap attachment and it's weaker. G Shock is good too but for a hundred bucks more I go for the Suunto. |
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Posted: 11/23/2014 1:36:01 AM EDT
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Posted: 11/23/2014 1:39:17 AM EDT
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Suunto Military. Suunto Vector. He's cav? Get him a My Little Pony watch or one of those free cartoon cow watches that Chik-Fil-A gives out. |
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Posted: 11/23/2014 1:41:07 AM EDT
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My wife just purchased me a Suunto Ambit 3 Peak and it does literally everything.
It is, by far, the most technologically awesome watch I have ever owned. I've had it for about week and am only now starting to scratch the surface of it's awesome potential. It is the ultimate watch and in fact is so awesome I don't know that "watch" really adequately describes it. It's more like a wrist top computer. |
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Posted: 11/23/2014 1:45:49 AM EDT
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Suunto Military. Concur. Aviator |
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Posted: 11/23/2014 1:46:47 AM EDT
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OP, there are watch bands that have a little velcro cover, if you are worried about the illum. Velcro? Wouldn't the noise give up your position? 
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Posted: 11/23/2014 1:47:53 AM EDT
[#41]
Quote Historyyup i have the same one |
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Posted: 11/23/2014 1:47:57 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryThey're great until the bezel falls off for no discernible reason whatso-fucking-ever. My G-Shock has done more than I would've thought to ask of a $160 watch and never even hiccupped. The solar power and atomic clock updates are nice too 
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Posted: 11/23/2014 1:50:09 AM EDT
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My Suunto Ambit 3 is so intelligent I fear it may at some point become self aware and take over the world.
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Posted: 11/23/2014 2:51:13 AM EDT
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Posted: 11/23/2014 2:53:45 AM EDT
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The worst was 0001 - 0200. Forget about sleeping that night.
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Posted: 11/23/2014 3:00:35 AM EDT
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Pulp Fiction Watch
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Posted: 11/23/2014 3:03:25 AM EDT
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Seiko Diver's Watch
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Posted: 11/23/2014 3:07:26 AM EDT
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Swiss Army
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Posted: 11/23/2014 3:09:30 AM EDT
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Suunto Military. This Gshock isn't quite as nice and every one I had broke in the field or deployment. My suunto never dies. |
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Posted: 11/23/2014 3:11:20 AM EDT
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Gshock on duty. Hamilton for Class A's/Off duty. Classic American look. Stay away from Suunto, they are overrated in my opinion. Gshocks are for people that don't go to the field. 
Suunto's are so much higher quality and just all around better than anything gshock has ever made. |
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