I haven't owned a digital watch in over 20 years, but I bought this one as an inexpensive 'weekend' watch. I like the simple lines -- it's bold and understated at the same time, if that makes sense. I think it looks better in person than in the photos, far nicer than a typical Casio or Timex.
Unfortunately what doesn't look better in person is the display. The 'reverse' LCD is readable, but there just isn't as much contrast as the photos seem to show. At certain angles it becomes easier to read but it never looks like in the photos. In dim conditions when most of my other watches are still readable, this one is almost impossible to read. Luckily the backlight works great and the numbers take on a cool blue glow against the black background. Of course you have to press the button though, so telling the time becomes a two-handed operation.
The case is thicker than I'd expected for a digital. It even seems thicker than my automatic Omegas, but it's very lightweight and the strap is comfortable so it's easy to wear. In fact, I've ended up wearing it more than any of my 'nicer' watches so for under $20 I'd say it's worth the three stars :-) Armitron Men's 408177SIL Silver-Tone and Black Chronograph Digital Sport Watch
This new offering from Armitron is priced on the high side in its line of resin banded watches but is worth the extra few dollars. Embodying the esthetic quality of **shigiri**, it is classed as a sport watch but could be worn for business. It is reminiscent of a $1500 Rado with its minimalist, square design and black face. The accuracy also is the equal of a $1500 timepiece. It literally never needs resetting once set accurately.
The digital hour/minute display is large, with somewhat smaller digits displaying seconds and date. This leaves little room for the day of the week display, which requires better than 20/20 eyes to make out. However, the location of this display advances with each day so it is not necessary to read the letters.
The real drawback is that the Reverse LCD is not high visibility and has a limited visibility angle, fading markedly with each degree of deflection. The slightly curved window is prone to reflections, also. At a cost in battery life, this is remedied by the very effective "electro-lite" illumination feature, having its own button, which actually makes the digits glow and shuts itself off in three seconds.
When I received my watch 10 days earlier than projected I was pleasantly suprised.
I ran through the quick instruction script and found out that this watch was more
than expected. To my delight, it has features like a second time zone, stop watch,
count down timer, and dual alarm made this device perfect for my line of work as
well as the recreational running that I enjoy every other day. For the money it
is the best watch I have owned yet!
Nice looking for the price and the numbers are large which is exactly what I was looking for. Unfortunately, the digital readout is very difficult to see as the numbers are subdued and on the black background they are almost impossible to see without activating the back light.
I bought this because I needed a work watch, and it was cheap! My problem is, the amount of time it take to cause major damage to a watch is in direct proportion to how much I paid. Thin, light, really nice looking and keeps perfect time. Very good purchase for work, casual or even dressing up. Well worth the money.
It's an attractive design, about 20% too big, and it is REALLY hard to read! The reverse LED display sounds like a nice idea, but the backing is way too dark, matching the grayish tone on the case. Should be a brilliant white.
I'm old enough to need a big display, but this is still not viewable at a glance. I bought four of these before I got a look at one. The only one that's easy to read is the white one, because the face is white, too.
Stylish watch that looks much pricier than it actually is. I am a triathlete and wanted a watch that was dressy but that I could keep on for training. Had to download guide online as there was no guide in the box. Was appalled to find the watch face scratches fairly easily, especially given my workout routines. Discovered however that all I needed to get rid of scratches was to put a little toothpaste on cotton wool and rub out the scratches!! Went through 6 Timex Ironman watches in one year before switching to this one. Quite pleased.
I've received many compliments on this watch. People are amazed when I tell them how cheap it was. It's held up well now for months except for the plastic of the face scratching or scuffing easily. Otherwise, no issues. For the price I paid, I'm not upset.'
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