Simply Awesome!

By Sporto Ranked #454 - Altimeters September 23, 2004

I had owned the Casio Pathfinders since 1997. I liked them a lot, all except when it came time for batteries. When my last Casio was DOA from the jeweler, I looked at the Suunto Vector and XLander. I must say for the price, which is comparable to the Casio, the Vector shines.
This watch is beyond precise. I calibrated the altimeter using Topo USA, and I have checked it at various posted elevations, and it is within 10 feet! Amazing! The Casio always seemed to be in the ballpark, but not like this.
The compass has a mode that allows you to take a bearing, like a real compass. Not the point and shoot bearing taking on the other watches. The barometer has a 6 hour history so you can see the weather changes up close.
All in all this is the best gear purchase I have made in years! One thing...ditch the plastic band upon arrival. Not only is it hideous to look at it is not even slightly comfortable. GO with the Suunto Elastic band. Much more aesthetically pleasing than the plastic one, not to mention comfortable.

This is an amazing watch! I highly recommend it!

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