Gear Review
Suunto Observer Altimeter Watch
High end fashion in the backcountry
By Jim "jimmymack" McIntosh
October 12, 2007
This watch has almost every function you could want in an advanced altimeter. I own the stainless seal version and it has proved to be very durable. I wear this watch daily and have taken it on more than 100 vertical adventures with out getting a single scratch the to face crystal. I mt. bike, ski, camp, and take care of two little kids... so you know what's it's gone through. I've also been amazed how accurate the altimeter, barometer, and thermometer have been. The only drawback to the watch is that the band pooped off at the clasp due to a weak pin, however I've replaced the pin and that hasn't happened since.
View Details: Suunto Observer Altimeter Watch
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Tech Specs:
- Housing Material:
- [TT model] titanium; [ST, SR and Standard model] stainless steel
- Strap Material:
- elastomer
- Altimeter:
- yes, usable to 29,500ft (9000m)
- Altimeter Max Height:
- 29,500 ft
- Heart Rate Monitor:
- no
- Barometer:
- yes
- Thermometer:
- yes
- Digital Compass:
- yes
- Adjustable Declination:
- yes
- Chronograph:
- yes
- Backlight:
- yes
- Water-Resistant:
- yes, 100m
- Alarm Type:
- , date, altitude
- Recommended Use:
- casual wear, skiing, mountaineering, navigation
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
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