"tactical" watches

bsbllrooster10 · August 20, 2009, 12:42 AM

In several gun magazines I have seen some pretty slick watches.

http://www.specialopswatch.com/?gcli...Fc5L5Qod0zO2ng

http://roguewarriorwatches.com/

Although these watches are pretty sweet they are also pretty pricey. Does anyone know of a watch with a similar look and quality (waterproof, durable, preferably black, etc) but with a kinder price tag. I know you usually get what you pay for but I was hoping there might be an exception.

Any suggestions??

fastforty · August 20, 2009, 12:59 AM

Looks like you're paying for the website designer on those babies

FamilyTruckster · August 20, 2009, 06:13 AM

Yep, nice looking but you can get a very similar look in a cheapo Timex and not care when it gets beat up.

tomgun · August 20, 2009, 06:21 AM

http://www.timex.com/gp/product/imag...imexBrand=core

eppler · August 20, 2009, 08:52 AM

Just because they market something as used Special Forces does not mean it is used by Special Forces. The Fist watch I think it hast to be charged from a 110 outlet no spec ops guy will use a watch that has to be charged or I would not (not too many 110 outlets in the desert). Most use Casio G shock. Now every oil, watch, ar15 acc is used by Special Forces soon Wal-Mart will be selling the flat screen HD TV used by special forces.

ming · August 20, 2009, 09:37 AM

I'd be embarrassed to wear a watch that said SPECIAL FORCES or some such nonsense. Way too mall ninja for me.

WC145 · August 20, 2009, 09:44 AM

This is what I wear for a duty watch. Never a problem, keeps perfect time, it is rugged and takes a beating. I've had it for several years and it's been great. Bought mine through Quartermaster Uniforms for around $70.
www.qmuniforms.com

Rubber Strap

Self-Illumination System glows for over 25 years

Black Dial

Screw Down Crown Rotating Bezel

Hardened Mineral Crystal

High Quality Swiss Component Movement

Water Resistant to 200 meters

Gift Boxed

3 Year Battery

1 Year Warranty

$89.95 MSRP

Wagonman · August 20, 2009, 10:31 AM

I have had the Navy SEAL watch by Luminox since G.I. Jane.

kraigwy · August 20, 2009, 10:40 AM

I think I'm gonna start selling boxer shorts. I'm gonna call them tactical shorts and tripple the price.

I will also have a line of Sniper Shorts too.

Randy_che · August 20, 2009, 01:06 PM

Casio G-Shock Mudman

I don't know if it's "Tactical", but it's tough and has some handy features.
Time zones, stopwatch, illumination, multiple alarms, etc.

Around $70 on Amazon

rkba_net · August 20, 2009, 08:43 PM

I'd rather keep my Omega Seamaster...

scorpion_tyr · August 20, 2009, 08:48 PM

Casio "Illuminator" --$20

Dr. Strangelove · August 20, 2009, 09:21 PM

Seiko "Orange Monster" - 'bout $200.00 when you find it on sale....

It's a diving watch, waterproof to 200m, and a huge hunkin' piece o' stainless steel. Mine's the orange/stainless one.

http://www.amazon.com/Seiko-Orange-M.../dp/B000EPLR2G

If you destroy this beast, you're probably dead....

Just to clarify, I bought this one as a diving watch, not a tactical watch. It's got the secondary clasp that allows you to wear it over a wetsuit, it's really a great watch.

(Typed on my "Special Forces" keyboard - hey, it's black.... with my "black ops" optical laser mouse as backup

)

fastforty · August 20, 2009, 11:29 PM

Dang, that thing looks like it would stop bullets.

Who was that superhero who deflected incoming bullets with his wrists..... Dr.... somebody (it's ok, your secret is safe here).

emcon5 · August 21, 2009, 02:11 AM

Quote:

http://roguewarriorwatches.com/

That is just sad. I used to have a lot of respect for Richard Marcinko.

Quote:

Who was that superhero who deflected incoming bullets with his wrists.

That would be "Wonder Woman".

Skan21 · August 21, 2009, 02:41 AM

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Casio G-Shock

Wore one of these bad boys for 16 months in Iraq, and it still keeps perfect time. I beat it badly though, so I only wear it for work and the range. Plus, the backlight is awesome. Just bright enough.

BillJunior · August 21, 2009, 04:51 AM

I've had one of these for over 10 years now:

Luminox Model 3001. You can find them for around $ 200.00 or less.

Capt. Charlie · August 21, 2009, 12:22 PM

You might consider a Casio Pathfinder. It's digital rather than the analog models you seem to like, but it's rugged, has a large bold display that's easy to see in low light, and has more bells & whistles than any gadget guru could ever hope for

.

Seriously, I've had mine for over 10 yrs. and I love it. I spend a lot of time outdoors, and little things like its digital, flux gate compass, altimeter, and barometer (to hint of incoming weather) have been a lot of help on several occasions.

Te Anau · August 21, 2009, 01:30 PM

I gotta say that those Uzi watches look pretty cool for the $$$

saltydog452 · August 22, 2009, 10:31 AM

The Seiko Dive Watches can also be used as a cosh.

I've had mine since the mid-80s or so. When my eyes first started going bad on me, the large dial was kinda neat.

The radium paint on the dials and hands are kinda dim.

Better stuff is available now.

salty

BerettaBuckeye · August 22, 2009, 06:48 PM

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I'd be embarrassed to wear a watch that said SPECIAL FORCES or some such nonsense. Way too mall ninja for me

I agree 100%. I always thought the all black watches with a metal bracelet looked cool and would make a nice work watch but all the mall ninja logos ruined them for me so I never bought one. I'm just not a "tacti-cool " dude I guess. Then I found a Bulova Marine Star in all black and I had to have it.

I bought it at JCPenney for $99 ( clearance ) and I couldn't be happier. And yeah, that JCP was at the mall....

Wuchak · August 22, 2009, 07:44 PM

I hear chicks dig tactical watches. They tell them which guys to avoid.

Seriously, unless you are actually part of a special forces team they look goofy. Even if you are on one of those teams it's something to be worn on the job, like the bullet proof vest, thigh holster, etc. Personally, before I wore a "tactical" watch (or anything else that could be termed "tactical) I'd just go ahead and get a big "L" tattooed on my forehead. It would send the same message.

That Casio Pathfinder is not tactical but again it's a watch made for a specific purpose. Unless you are actually hiking, or on your way to or from doing so, it just looks dorky.

If you want a good watch for all occasions that will hold up to just get a nice stainless steel Citizen or Pulsar with a stainless bracelet. Titanium would do nicely too. Something with a simple dial and maybe a date window. They are classy, durable, practical, and will last a lifetime with minimal care.

Oh, if you do get one with a metal bracelet be sure to go get the band sized properly at the jewelers for $5.

WC145 · August 23, 2009, 09:31 AM

I don't like digital watches, they glow too bright when lit. Also, I only need my watch to tell time, that's another reason I like the Uzi - it's got a date and a dial (KISS!), and just enough tritium inserts to tell the time without looking like you have a flashlight on your wrist.

If you want to be tactical, remember that the human eye can see a match light at a mile in the dark. How easy is it going to be for someone to see your Indiglo digital when you check the time?

Uncle Billy · August 23, 2009, 10:04 AM

You want to impress everyone with a mall ninja wristwatch? That's fine, as long as your intended targets aren't older than 13 or 14 (chronologically or developmentally). At Walmart there are racks of watches for $12 that would work.

If you want a real good watch that is rugged, simple, accurate and reliable, then try this:

It meets virtually any wrist-carried timekeeping needs, and because it's of a very high quality and is universally recognized as such it impresses folks with how discriminating you are. You ought to be with me when mine gets spotted by someone who looks at my watch for clues as to who I am, and sees I'm wearing this.

$5420.00 at Amazon.com; rarely on sale anywhere.

Why wear a costume when you can wear genuine status?

There are watches that keep time as accurately and are as rugged, for a hell of a lot less $$. But a real Rolex (and a few other makers' products) are pretty impressive to those who know what they are. Of course if you want to really cheap it out, find one of those guys in Battery Park in NYC with the $20 illegal knockoffs, and hope no one notices that the second hand steps from second to second while a real Rolex second hand is in a much smoother motion.

Or just buy one because you like well made, high quality things and to heck with what anyone thinks.

RobertSB701 · August 23, 2009, 12:04 PM

I like the UZI and the Timex. I'm not looking to impress anyone, just kinda like the "tactical" look of these watches. But i agree I wouldn't want a "Special-Forces-Trained-Killer" labeled watch either.

August 20, 2009, 12:42 AM	#1
bsbllrooster10 Senior Member Join Date: February 18, 2009 Location: NM Posts: 122	"tactical" watches In several gun magazines I have seen some pretty slick watches. http://www.specialopswatch.com/?gcli...Fc5L5Qod0zO2ng http://roguewarriorwatches.com/ Although these watches are pretty sweet they are also pretty pricey. Does anyone know of a watch with a similar look and quality (waterproof, durable, preferably black, etc) but with a kinder price tag. I know you usually get what you pay for but I was hoping there might be an exception. Any suggestions??

August 20, 2009, 12:59 AM	#2
fastforty Senior Member Join Date: December 28, 1999 Location: In a kornfield in kalifornia Posts: 1,161	Looks like you're paying for the website designer on those babies __________________ When Banjos are outlawed, only Outlaws will have Banjos The Bible is my lawbook. I turn the other cheek when applicable, and spend the rest of my days resisting evil at every front, until I have breathed my last breath.

August 20, 2009, 06:21 AM	#4
tomgun Senior Member Join Date: September 19, 2008 Location: penna,no wait state Posts: 187	100.00 http://www.timex.com/gp/product/imag...imexBrand=core __________________ sigma 9mm,S&W 340,XD 45,para 45,mossberg 500,GP100 357,cruiser moss 12ga,carter arms yugo ak47 7.62x39.Bond arms 410/45lc

August 20, 2009, 09:44 AM	#7
WC145 Senior Member Join Date: October 18, 2008 Location: Downeast Maine Posts: 1,836	Uzi protector watch This is what I wear for a duty watch. Never a problem, keeps perfect time, it is rugged and takes a beating. I've had it for several years and it's been great. Bought mine through Quartermaster Uniforms for around $70. www.qmuniforms.com Rubber Strap Self-Illumination System glows for over 25 years Black Dial Screw Down Crown Rotating Bezel Hardened Mineral Crystal High Quality Swiss Component Movement Water Resistant to 200 meters Gift Boxed 3 Year Battery 1 Year Warranty $89.95 MSRP

August 20, 2009, 10:40 AM	#9
kraigwy Senior Member Join Date: June 16, 2008 Location: Wyoming Posts: 11,061	I think I'm gonna start selling boxer shorts. I'm gonna call them tactical shorts and tripple the price. I will also have a line of Sniper Shorts too. __________________ Kraig Stuart CPT USAR Ret USAMU Sniper School Distinguished Rifle Badge 1071

August 20, 2009, 06:13 AM	#3
FamilyTruckster Member Join Date: September 14, 2008 Posts: 40	Yep, nice looking but you can get a very similar look in a cheapo Timex and not care when it gets beat up.

August 20, 2009, 08:52 AM	#5
eppler Junior Member Join Date: August 17, 2009 Location: TX Posts: 14	Just because they market something as used Special Forces does not mean it is used by Special Forces. The Fist watch I think it hast to be charged from a 110 outlet no spec ops guy will use a watch that has to be charged or I would not (not too many 110 outlets in the desert). Most use Casio G shock. Now every oil, watch, ar15 acc is used by Special Forces soon Wal-Mart will be selling the flat screen HD TV used by special forces.

August 20, 2009, 09:37 AM	#6
ming Member Join Date: July 26, 2009 Posts: 65	I'd be embarrassed to wear a watch that said SPECIAL FORCES or some such nonsense. Way too mall ninja for me.

August 20, 2009, 10:31 AM	#8
Wagonman Senior Member Join Date: September 11, 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 1,014	I have had the Navy SEAL watch by Luminox since G.I. Jane.

August 20, 2009, 01:06 PM	#10
Randy_che Member Join Date: July 28, 2005 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 57	Casio G-Shock Mudman I don't know if it's "Tactical", but it's tough and has some handy features. Time zones, stopwatch, illumination, multiple alarms, etc. Around $70 on Amazon

August 20, 2009, 08:43 PM	#11
rkba_net Senior Member Join Date: October 26, 2000 Posts: 153	I'd rather keep my Omega Seamaster...

August 20, 2009, 08:48 PM	#12
scorpion_tyr Senior Member Join Date: November 10, 2008 Location: East Texas Posts: 1,326	Casio "Illuminator" --$20 __________________ “Nature intended me for the tranquil pursuits of science, by rendering them my supreme delight.” - Thomas Jefferson

August 20, 2009, 09:21 PM	#13
Dr. Strangelove Senior Member Join Date: August 1, 2008 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 1,436	Seiko "Orange Monster" - 'bout $200.00 when you find it on sale.... It's a diving watch, waterproof to 200m, and a huge hunkin' piece o' stainless steel. Mine's the orange/stainless one. http://www.amazon.com/Seiko-Orange-M.../dp/B000EPLR2G If you destroy this beast, you're probably dead.... Just to clarify, I bought this one as a diving watch, not a tactical watch. It's got the secondary clasp that allows you to wear it over a wetsuit, it's really a great watch. (Typed on my "Special Forces" keyboard - hey, it's black.... with my "black ops" optical laser mouse as backup) Last edited by Dr. Strangelove; August 20, 2009 at 10:15 PM.

August 20, 2009, 11:29 PM	#14
fastforty Senior Member Join Date: December 28, 1999 Location: In a kornfield in kalifornia Posts: 1,161	Dang, that thing looks like it would stop bullets. Who was that superhero who deflected incoming bullets with his wrists..... Dr.... somebody (it's ok, your secret is safe here). __________________ When Banjos are outlawed, only Outlaws will have Banjos The Bible is my lawbook. I turn the other cheek when applicable, and spend the rest of my days resisting evil at every front, until I have breathed my last breath.

August 21, 2009, 04:51 AM	#17
BillJunior Junior Member Join Date: February 22, 2009 Location: SC Posts: 7	I've had one of these for over 10 years now: Luminox Model 3001. You can find them for around $ 200.00 or less.

August 21, 2009, 01:30 PM	#19
Te Anau Senior Member Join Date: June 17, 2004 Location: Somewhere south of the No Posts: 3,824	I gotta say that those Uzi watches look pretty cool for the $$$ __________________ "Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it." --American author Mark Twain (1835-1910)

August 22, 2009, 10:31 AM	#20
saltydog452 Senior Member Join Date: August 16, 2004 Posts: 516	The Seiko Dive Watches can also be used as a cosh. I've had mine since the mid-80s or so. When my eyes first started going bad on me, the large dial was kinda neat. The radium paint on the dials and hands are kinda dim. Better stuff is available now. salty

August 22, 2009, 07:44 PM	#22
Wuchak Senior Member Join Date: June 1, 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 1,093	I hear chicks dig tactical watches. They tell them which guys to avoid. Seriously, unless you are actually part of a special forces team they look goofy. Even if you are on one of those teams it's something to be worn on the job, like the bullet proof vest, thigh holster, etc. Personally, before I wore a "tactical" watch (or anything else that could be termed "tactical) I'd just go ahead and get a big "L" tattooed on my forehead. It would send the same message. That Casio Pathfinder is not tactical but again it's a watch made for a specific purpose. Unless you are actually hiking, or on your way to or from doing so, it just looks dorky. If you want a good watch for all occasions that will hold up to just get a nice stainless steel Citizen or Pulsar with a stainless bracelet. Titanium would do nicely too. Something with a simple dial and maybe a date window. They are classy, durable, practical, and will last a lifetime with minimal care. Oh, if you do get one with a metal bracelet be sure to go get the band sized properly at the jewelers for $5. Last edited by Wuchak; August 22, 2009 at 07:59 PM.

August 23, 2009, 09:31 AM	#23
WC145 Senior Member Join Date: October 18, 2008 Location: Downeast Maine Posts: 1,836	I don't like digital watches, they glow too bright when lit. Also, I only need my watch to tell time, that's another reason I like the Uzi - it's got a date and a dial (KISS!), and just enough tritium inserts to tell the time without looking like you have a flashlight on your wrist. If you want to be tactical, remember that the human eye can see a match light at a mile in the dark. How easy is it going to be for someone to see your Indiglo digital when you check the time?

August 23, 2009, 10:04 AM	#24
Uncle Billy Senior Member Join Date: June 10, 2009 Location: Small city in New York Posts: 482	You want to impress everyone with a mall ninja wristwatch? That's fine, as long as your intended targets aren't older than 13 or 14 (chronologically or developmentally). At Walmart there are racks of watches for $12 that would work. If you want a real good watch that is rugged, simple, accurate and reliable, then try this: It meets virtually any wrist-carried timekeeping needs, and because it's of a very high quality and is universally recognized as such it impresses folks with how discriminating you are. You ought to be with me when mine gets spotted by someone who looks at my watch for clues as to who I am, and sees I'm wearing this. $5420.00 at Amazon.com; rarely on sale anywhere. Why wear a costume when you can wear genuine status? There are watches that keep time as accurately and are as rugged, for a hell of a lot less $$. But a real Rolex (and a few other makers' products) are pretty impressive to those who know what they are. Of course if you want to really cheap it out, find one of those guys in Battery Park in NYC with the $20 illegal knockoffs, and hope no one notices that the second hand steps from second to second while a real Rolex second hand is in a much smoother motion. Or just buy one because you like well made, high quality things and to heck with what anyone thinks. __________________ Despite the cost of living, have you noticed how popular it remains? Last edited by Uncle Billy; August 23, 2009 at 10:13 AM.

August 23, 2009, 12:04 PM	#25
RobertSB701 Senior Member Join Date: March 1, 2008 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 125	I like the UZI and the Timex. I'm not looking to impress anyone, just kinda like the "tactical" look of these watches. But i agree I wouldn't want a "Special-Forces-Trained-Killer" labeled watch either. __________________ NRA MEMBER, ISRA MEMBER, IL CCL, LOCAL 701 MEMBER (United We Stand...Divided We Fall) Glock 21SF \| FNH FNP-45 \| S&W 686 \| Taurus PT1911SS \| CZ75 SP01 Tactical 9mm \| Buck Mark Stainless Camper \| Ruger LCP \| Springfield Armory TRP \| Springfield Armory XDS-9 \| Springfield Armory XDM Compact 9MM \| S&W M&P15X \| Ruger Mini-14 \| Mossberg 500 20ga