Timex Expedition Rugged Core Analog Watch, Full Dimension

Timex. Life is ticking.
A family member is headed off to Navy boot camp and is required to have a watch-a black watch. But…it cannot be anything in the realm of, be like, or indeed be an Apple Watch. The search began for a simple timepiece. Economy was important since after the 8 weeks of boot camp ended, use of the current watch would be resumed. Enter Timex…(the world’s largest manufacturer of watches and mechanical time fuses). During the Amazon search there were all manner of economically (actually cheap) watches noted to be available, so many that it was simply overwhelming. Timex…tried and true since 1854 (just a fun fact, but actually attests to the quality of the company) was the chosen one. A simple but reliable timepiece was required, and certain qualifications were needed. First, it had to be an accurate time keeper and have a second hand, and have a date indicator. Secondly, there had to be an element of water resistance (this is Navy boot camp after all, so water is important!). Thirdly, it had to be black. Fourth, no bells or whistles whatsoever. Finally, a face with 24 hour/military time would be a bonus. This Timex Rugged Core Expedition Analog Watch fit the bill. Upon arrival it was packaged in a traditionally square box the size of the watch, no frills but sturdy enough to ward off damage during shipping. Once opened the first thing noticed was the face of the watch. It was black, with white numerals in both standard and 24 hour/military time, had a red second hand, luminescent hour and minute hands, and date indicator. The nylon band was also black, had ridges, and had a fastener like a belt. At the end of the band were two extrusions which seemed to lock the excess band into place once it was fastened. After wearing a number of days, the watch has kept excellent time matching the Apple Watch. Both watches were worn on the same arm at the same during the day and during sleep. They were worn during regular daily activities, during exercise and during strenuous garden work such as hauling, digging holes, dragging 40 lb bags, etc. Time was checked multiple times per day, and the time on each watch was exactly the same every time checked. The Timex was water resistant during a 5 minute shower and while submerged water. This is not a dive watch but, according to the ad, is water resistant to 50 feet for light swimming. The performance of this watch has been more than satisfactory executing in stellar fashion everything it was stated to be able to do. I can recommend this watch for boot camp purposes without reservation.Top 3 Likes:-Reliable keeping accurate time, has military time numerals-Is water resistant as tested-Is black, attractive with luminescent hands, second hand, date, and light up faceTop 3 Dislikes:-The band is stiff and somewhat difficult to latch-The two little extrusions do anchor the band, but are difficult to undo to take off the watch-Only two dislikes!

Nice timepiece
It looks rugged enough and performs as you would a TIMEX too. Not heavy in any way but not cheap feeling either. Keeps time well enough and the indiglo is a feature worth having.

Lights work well, looks good, value wise
For my Snorkeling 50m water resistant

I’ve bought 4 of these and he ll still work
Water proof, luminous, if it gets too dark for too long for the luninous hands to glow, then the indiglow lights up with the push of a button. In eleven years I have replaced one watchband. The price is great. I have 4 of these and they all still keep good time. One is no longer water proof because of damage to the crystal and one is no longer indiglow but of course, remains luminous.

Militar com excelente custo benefício!

Me parece un gran reloj, soy coleccionista de relojes y hace años tuve una mala experiencia con uno de la marca LUMI***, bastante más caro y de una estética similar a Timex Expedition. Quizá es pronto para valorar a fondo, pero después de casi un mes me atrevo a decir qué, por el precio que tiene es muy buena compra.

Really nice watch. Easy to read face with indiglo illumination. Blacker than in the Amazon picture, but looks great on the wrist. Comfortable to wear, although it can be a bit fiddly to do up. Good quality, trendy watch as expected from Timex.