Latest 5 Reviews Here is what people are saying about the Timex Ironman Triathlon 100-Lap FLIX Technology Watch #T5E231
"Best Rubber Watch, Ever..."
2009-11-06
- Reviewed By User: A3O0WG1A5W6EIB
Alright, quickly now...
I have worn rubber watches since the ground-breaking debut of the Casio J-50 Jogger/Pacer watch. Anyone who wears rubber watches knows this drill: wear them until the battery goes; attempt battery replacement; throw watch away and purchase new one (and take advantage of innovations transpiring in the meantime).
This is, far and away, the best rubber utility watch I have purchased. The display is LARGE and has no equal that I could find. The numerous functions and mode features are easily accessible and thoughtfully placed. The construction is rugged and designed for rigorous wear. This watch also ticked (seemingly timelessly for a single battery) w/o interruption for three years before... THE DREADED DEATH OF BATTERY LEADING TO OPEN SURGERY.
Well, I did it! IT LIVES!!! I must say that it was a pain in the a** and requires several deep breaths to contain one's frustration. The band does, indeed, have to be removed and is secured by spring-loaded pins that can release the spring-loaded pin portion (to be lost forever in the carpet) quite easily. The battery replacement involves the usual, delicate procedure to emplace the new battery (CR25) typical of such watches, and the screw heads on the back enclosure are especially small. But, nevertheless, it can be done. Hopefully, I won't have to face this coming-of-age challenge again.
I highly recommend this watch for any outdoor (or indoor, for that matter) enthusiast.
"A very nice watch"
2009-10-18
- Reviewed By User: A1OW9GXELHU9J4
This is a very handsome and nice fitting watch. I was looking for something to replace my Timex Ironman 'Sleek' watch that served me well for years but the stainless face fell off one day. This Ironman model has the same nice display (big numbers) and functions as my previous watch but fits my wrist much better with a nicely designed curve in the band mounts. It does not slide around my wrist like my sleek watch did. The lens is recessed to help protect it from scratches. I highly recommend it.
"dependable; durable"
2009-10-17
- Reviewed By User: A3E5TIRZA8GIJQ
I have gone through 4 Ironman watches since 1996 0r 1997 and I am sticking to it. When the battery runs out, I just get a new one. It's cheap but very dependable and durable. I have gone through three different war zones with it and I have gone through temperatures between -50degrees and 120degrees, and been around the world three times with it...I love this watch!
I conduct psychological experiments and need a watch with large digits. This is it. It is easy to synchronize it with the official USA clock on the internet, which is a necessity for me. I also wanted a watch that lights up, since I like to know what time it is when I wake up in the middle of the night. I can't speak to the other features, since I use this for one, sole purpose: precision time keeping. This watch delivers.
"Perfect for Triathlon training"
2009-09-15
- Reviewed By User: AI23CIQB5G75P
The lap button is easy to pressure during my lap swims. Granted my splits are a bit off because I have to modify my swim stroke to count my laps, but is very useful to gauge my performance. The timers and two time zones are very useful. Setting the watch is easy and very intuitive. I have not read the instruction manual yet. The watch looks nice and is very light. It does not feel like you are wearing a watch, but I am comparing it to my normal daily Casio Pathfinder Solar Power watch. I would recommend it to anyone looking to buy a new watch or a sports training watch.
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"Best Rubber Watch, Ever..."