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Expedition Digital Compass
- ITEM # - T427619J
- Product Manual (PDF)
With a Chronograph, Alarm and Timer, this classic digital outdoor watch is designed to withstand the rigors of everyday use.
Special Features:
- INDIGLO® Night-Light with Night-Mode
- Accurate Digital Compass
- Displays Heading in Degrees and Sixteen Cardinal Points
- Digital Compass Needle
- 100-Hour Chronograph with Lap and Split Times
- 99-Lap Counter
$75.00
Plus tax, shipping and handling if applicable. Usually ships in 1 to 2 days.
Overall Rating:
Product Specs
- 24-Hour Countdown Timer
- Three Daily, Weekday or Weekend Alarms with Five-Minute Backup
- Three Time Zone Settings
- 24-Hour Time
- Month, Day and Date Display
Product Specification
Attachment Buckle/Clasp Type
Buckle
Attachment Color
Brown
Attachment Material
Leather
Attachment Type
Strap
Battery Type
CR1620
Case Color
Gray
Case Height
14mm
Case Lug Width
10 mm
Case Material
Resin
Case Shape
Round
Case Size
Full-Size
Case Width
44 mm
Crystal/Lens
Acrylic
Dial Markings
Digital
Top Ring Color
Silver-Tone
Top Ring Material
Resin
Warranty
1 Year Limited (U.S. Only)
Watch Movement
Digital
Water Resist
100 meters
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“Love the watch, hate the band”
Posted: Mon, 2009-09-28
By: d2aggies
Review:
I love this watch! Here's the problem: after about 2 years, I need a new band. Stores who sell the bands don't have this one and no one seems to know where I can get it. Is there a replacement band? I'd love to keep using the watch, but the strap is broken..Battery life, comfortable, Performance, reliable, Rugged, Worn all the timeband is hard to replaceI'd love to give it a higher rating, but loses it's appeal when I can't replace a worn out band/strap. It shouldn't be so difficult to find a strap. It would be helpful if straps were sold on your website AND if the replacement band number was listed somehow on the product information page.
“Where can I find a band?”
Posted: Tue, 2009-07-14
By: Wolf
Review:
I am very happy with this watch and very unhappy with the band which has disintegrated. Where can I find a new band???.Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Worn all the timecrummy bandCannot find a band for this product. Why would such a simple thing be so hard to do??
“Good Watch, BAD Band!!!”
Posted: Mon, 2009-04-06
By: Peskadot
Review:
I wore this watch everytime I'm out hunting. When the band broke -- I can't find a replacement anywhere locally..easy to read, reliable, Rugged, Worn all the timewatch bandWhen the band breaks -- you'll be out of luck finding a replacement.
“Arrived defective”
Posted: Thu, 2011-12-22
By: aZimmet
Review:
_x000D__x000D_the watch arrived defective. The stop button did not function. I had to return the watch. This is the first of many Timex watches that arrived defective
“Great Watch”
Posted: Sat, 2009-02-21
By: Leverne
Review:
I bought this watch three years ago.The battery is still going and still have the band it came with but wearing down. I would buy this watch again..Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Rugged, Value, Worn all the time, always know nsewwatch bandThe Watch is great in every way. I only wish it came with an extra band.
“Great watch, bad band”
Posted: Mon, 2010-08-23
By: catman
Review:
I think this is a great watch. I love Timex and its products. They are reliable and efficient. Ive been in the Military since 1997, and Timex was my first watch. I still have it. I needed a watch with a digital compass since I didnt wnt to get lost in Iraq or Afg. Only Con is its Band. Im calling the comp to gt a replcmt..Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Rugged, stylish, Value, Worn all the timebandGreat product. Other watches with same avilities are extreemly expensive and unreliable
“Good watch lousy band”
Posted: Sun, 2010-02-21
By: dkahanu
Review:
The band doesn't last long, and no one carries it..Performanceband
“expedition compass”
Posted: Wed, 2009-05-06
By: Dean
Review:
I love my expedition. I own two watches one a Rolex and the other an expedition. I ware the expedition 95% of the time. Wish I could buy a new watch band for it.
John.Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Rugged, stylish, Value, Worn all the timewatch band, can't buy bandLove it
“Combat watch”
Posted: Fri, 2009-03-13
By: William
Review:
i have had three of these. I dont even look at other watches. I had my first one throught Basic training and my first deployment, the only reason i got a new one then is because the face had moister and my buddy fixed it and kept it so it would have lasted longer. I dont understand complaints this watch went through a tour and im infantry..Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, reliable, Rugged, Worn all the timeDurable and reliable
“nice watch terrible band”
Posted: Wed, 2012-06-06 00:11
By: Todd P
Review:
Trying to locate where I found the address to send the check and the old falling apart watch band to so that I can get my third replacement sometimes they last for a year before completely falling apart about a week before starting to fall apart this time I will remember to keep the return info in a safe place
“Do Not Purchase this watch.”
Posted: Tue, 2009-07-21
By: malicoat
Review:
Once the original band wears out, about a year for me, you need to buy a new watch because you can't buy a new band. It's a good, well liked watch that has such a poor quality band it ruins the watch.
I need a replacement band!.Battery life, comfortable, easy to readPerformance, Quality, ValueNo because I can not replace the band. I would recommend this watch if it had a better band or a replacement band could be purchased.
“great watch / new band available”
Posted: Wed, 2009-02-04
By: Jamm
Review:
I agree the watch is great but the cloth leather band does wear out quickly. I contacted Timex about a replacement. There were three options. I went with a black rubber band. Very inexpensive and shipped in 4 days..comfortable, easy to read, Performance, Rugged, Value, Worn all the timebandThe product is great. durability is great. The customer service I recieved was great.
“I agree with catman.”
Posted: Sun, 2010-09-05
By: drdak1
Review:
I agree this watch is very dependable, but the band.Ruggedbandthe watch band is very flimsy and began deteriorating in a short time.
“rugged appearance, not performance”
Posted: Tue, 2009-05-12
By: jkb0014
Review:
Unlike another reviewer, my "combat watch" didn't make it through basic training. A watch advertised and engraved with the claim of "water resistant to 100 meters" should be able to withstand a light handwashing. Mine didn't, and the display got all cloudy and unreadable. I love all the useful features of this watch, but what good are they if you can't read the display? How can I risk taking it to combat if it cannot stand up to the rigors of normal, everyday use?
In addition, the rugged appearance did not amount to rugged performance. The Compass bezel quickly wore out; it wouldn't stay in place and became difficult to rotate. Considering all the complaints about the wristband (which I understand is being corrected), it is ironic that all my watch was good for was as a decorative wristband!
Whatever you do, don't take one of these unreliable watches on an "Expedition" where you might really need it to live up to its name.
I'm sending mine in for warranty service. Maybe I just got a bad one. Update to follow..comfortable, Value, Worn all the time, compass, hydration timer, 3 time zones, 3 alarms w/ different chimes, chronograph, timer, military timePerformance, not water resistant, "compass" bezel is flimsyI have had great experience with the Ironman series of watches, but the Expedition Compass watch let me down when I really needed it. I would expect more consistent quality throughout products within a similar price range.
“Good watch, weak band”
Posted: Wed, 2011-12-14
By: rich59
Review:
I have, at present, three Timex watches. In all cases, the band wears out WAY before the watch. I have two Expedition watches that I really like; they are feature-rich, durable, easy to understand and use. BUT the watch bands wear out and break and I can't find suitable replacements. The after-market bands that say they are for these watches are unsuitable and don't fit right.
Please, Timex make replacement bands for these good watches; I'm currently wearing one that the band is barely holding together, while two others are just sitting on my dresser taking up space..Rugged, Performance, comfortable, Worn all the time, Battery life, easy to read, reliable, Valueband wears outRecommend the timepieces, can't say the same about bands.
“Great watch-poor band”
Posted: Tue, 2010-08-17
By: highmpgscoot
Review:
Dual time feature is great. Survives heavy gardening and outdoor work. Still looks good aside from the band. Had watch for almost a year and the band has finally bit the dust. The fabric has frayed and finally broke. Stores do not carry replacement bands for this watch..Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, reliable, Rugged, Worn all the timebandusually stand behind product. products usually last a long time.
“good watch bad band”
Posted: Sun, 2010-02-28
By: robespi
Review:
Is a real good watch but good luck finding a replacement band.
mine broke after a couple of months. I cant find one anywhere..Ruggedbandits a good watch love the compass but cant find a band to fit it. my band broke after a couple of months
“Compass Watch”
Posted: Wed, 2011-12-21
By: TedT
Review:
I bought this watch four years ago in Havasu, Arizona. It has given great service - I prefer it to two expensive watches that were given to me later. Of special appeal are the clear and easy to read numbers. I have no difficulty reading informatioin in low to no light, with or without glasses. The original leather wristband wore out quickly due to hard wear but the plastic replacement is lasting well. Batteries give long life. I am completely happy with this product.
“Good working watch, band not so much”
Posted: Tue, 2010-05-25
By: macattack
Review:
I purchased this watch back in 2006 and have worn it everywhere while doing everyday stuff: Work, while doing construction and while doing some intense gardening. The watch has been under water a number of times, but now the band is falling apart and like everyone else, I can't find a replacement band. I will call Timex customer service to see if I can buy one from Timex directly. Love the compass feature!.Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Performance, stylish, Value, Worn all the timebandGood value for the price, just wish the band was as rugged as the watch itself.
“Got better as I used more features”
Posted: Tue, 2009-07-28
By: Goeasy
Review:
The compass caught my eye. I like interesting features that other watches don't have. When I need a new watch, I always get something different. Style and beauty count too. This watch has a very good mixture. Setting the compass required a little work on my part, but once set it has worked flawlessly. The timer feature next became more and more useful, followed be the Alarms 1,2 & 3. I am one that reads manuals and tries out features. Several more to try, but even with what I've used, it was a good buy..Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, stylish, Value, Worn all the time, useful/fun featuresband lifeGood value says it all.
“weak band”
Posted: Mon, 2009-04-13
By: megsboy
Review:
The leather band broke within 1st year. None of the local stores carry replacement bands..Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Worn all the timeweak band
“Great Watch horrible band”
Posted: Sun, 2009-03-15
By: timexfanmichigan
Review:
I love the watch but the band wore out way too fast and I can't find a replacement!.Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Ruggedband wearBand wore out way too fast and can't find a replacement
“Band Frays within Days”
Posted: Sun, 2009-01-25
By: phxozzie
Review:
I love the watch and it's features, but the band is a huge dissapointment.
If Timex would fix the band this watch would be a great success..comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Worn all the time, multiple time zones and easy switching zonesQuality, band frays within days, no alternative band availableI love timex watches but the band on this one lets them down.
“Good Watch”
Posted: Fri, 2011-08-26
By: Walker
Review:
The watch is easy to read, comfortable to wear and has practical features..comfortable, easy to readneeds a serious read of the instructionsGood value for the money spent
“Like the watch, BUT”
Posted: Thu, 2009-08-27
By: Burnout
Review:
Beautiful band for a few weeks. I bought the watch because of the compass feature, which all still works, but my watch looks horable. a couple of months ago my compass bezel fell off and was lost. So I don't like wearing it because it does not look good anymore..Battery life, easy to readAppearance, Performance, Quality, ValueI've always worn Timex watches. Tried others in the same price range, but didn't like them.
“best purchase ever”
Posted: Fri, 2010-05-28
By: hasanakbulut13
Review:
"Beautiful band for a few weeks. I bought the watch because of the compass feature, which all still works, but my watch looks horable. a couple of months ago my compass bezel fell off and was lost. So I don't like wearing it because it does not look good anymore."
I couldn't find a band. Please send me one..Battery life, comfortable, Performance
“Great Watch,Horrible Band Life”
Posted: Sat, 2009-10-31
By: pjdci
Review:
I love all the features of the watch, but the straps on the band broke and the rest of the band is coming apart. I want to keep the watch but nobody has a band to replace. Please help me!..Thank you..Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Worn all the timevery poor band
“not recommended”
Posted: Tue, 2009-06-30
By: ruggggus
Review:
This is the third timex watch (different models)with a digital compass I've purchased. the first two went back nearly immediately as they were about as accurate as my best guess where north was. this model is slightly better than that but needs to be recalibrated quite often. The band started to come apart after about 1 month and now is almost unuseable. In fact I am writing this review due to the fact that it appears that a new band is not offered for it (how that is possible I have no idea). I would strongly recomend you look elsewhere for a watch of this type. I purchased this model because it's size is much more reasonable than the higher priced compass type watches (which I've also owned) but it now appears it is going in the trash.
I think I'm giving up on a compass on my wrist..Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Value, Worn all the time, sizePerformance, Quality, cant buy a bandcant buy a band to replace the one that wore out after 5 months. unbelievable
“me too, nice watch bad band”
Posted: Sat, 2010-07-10
By: billvie
Review:
Just wanted to join the list, nice watch but the band went to pieces in about 6 months and a replacement would be nice since you cant find one in stores. And one other minor annoyance...when hitting the function button it tends to go more than one function per press..comfortable, easy to read, reliable, Worn all the timeQualityI really liked my other timex watches but this one was the most expensive one i've purchased but was the one i was able to wear the least amount of time.
“Weak band”
Posted: Sat, 2009-07-25
By: glalucas
Review:
The watch is ok and overall performance is great. The band is weak and will tear appart in a few months. No way to get a replacement in the stores..easy to readbandSecond timex I've bought.
First was ok. This one was bellow expectation because of the poor quality of band.
“Excellent Watch, Poor Band”
Posted: Fri, 2011-07-29
By: Richard
Review:
The watch itself is perfect, never had a problem with it, its lasted me so far 3 years, maybe more,
the ONLY thing i dont like about it, is the band, i had to replace the band twice, its not great with water, after time the band starts to fall apart.
(Im a lifeguard, so im in the water constantly, if your not in the water that much, it might last u a bit longer)
Other than that, i give the watch itself 5 stars,.Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Rugged, stylish, Value, Worn all the timewatch bandReason is the same as the review...
My review...
The watch itself is perfect, never had a problem with it, its lasted me so far 3 years, maybe more,
the ONLY thing i dont like about it, is the band, i had to replace the band twice, its not great with water, after time the band starts to fall apart.
(Im a lifeguard, so im in the water constantly, if your not in the water that much, it might last u a bit longer)
Other than that, i give the watch itself 5 stars,
“Nice Watch”
Posted: Sat, 2010-07-03
By: ajay
Review:
Timex has a great variety with numerous feature.
This product in my experience is really good..easy to read, Performance, reliable, stylish, Value
“great watch, lousy band”
Posted: Sun, 2009-05-31
By: wrican
Review:
I took this watch to iraq for nine months the compass worked perfectly in the desert, however I have found it hard to find a replacement watch band. To this day I have not found a replacement band anywhere. I have shopped evrywhere timex recommended and still came out empty handed..reliable, Rugged, Worn all the timewatch bandtimex is a realiable watch maker. however i have had a hard time finding a replacement for the worn out band.
“Disappointed”
Posted: Sun, 2009-02-22
By: Watchman
Review:
I am disappointed in this watch. I thought it would be more rugged and stand up better. The band is a failure and he watch is useful but not user friedly. Look for something better in your search for an outdoor wrist piece..Battery lifeAppearance, Performance, Quality, Size & weight, Uncomfortable, ValueTimex has be fairly reliable over the years, but i believe thay have manufactured most of their products cheaply in 3rd world countries and this has cost them quality
“Faulty band”
Posted: Thu, 2009-12-17
By: jwreal
Review:
"Like everyone else, This watch came with a very bad band (does not last a year) and no one carrys THE replacement band.".Battery life, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Rugged, Worn all the timebandI have had good luck over the years. I am very hard on watches so as the old commercial said take a licking and keeps on ticking. I choose to wear it over my Seiko. But the last couple that I have bought the bands stink.
“Worst Band Ever!!!”
Posted: Tue, 2009-12-01
By: GAHUNTER
Review:
I purchased the watch prior to reading reviews (bad move). The band reminds me of stuff that engineers designed in the 70's/80's-it'll go bad only in a matter of short time and they'll have to buy a new one. Love the watch, want a new, improved band-period..Worn all the timeQuality, band has got to goTHE BAND BIT THE DUST IN A MATTER OF MONTHS. IF I PURCHASE A WATCH, I EXPECT BETTER QUALITY. SO NO, I'D TELL FOLKS TO STAY AWAY BECAUSE OF THE BAND. I'M A HUNTER, I LOVE THE WATCH BUT WHEN YOU LOOK AT THE BAND AFTER ONLY BEING A FEW MONTHS OLD, IT'S PATHETIC.
“Cant buy band”
Posted: Sat, 2009-06-06
By: T42761
Review:
I love the watch but the strap fell apart. No one carries new bands.easy to read, Performance, reliableWhy dont they carry replacement bands?
“Band is fine, watch is great!”
Posted: Sun, 2009-01-04
By: OrangeFish
Review:
I went looking for this watch online because I have one and my wife wants a women's version of the same thing. I saw all the poor reviews and wondered what all the complaining was about. I love this watch - it has all the features I can think of plus the Timex reliability. The band has been fine for me, no problems whatsoever. I've had it for 8 months now, and it's worn in as much as you'd expect for an 8-month old leather/cloth band. I have no complaints whatsoever and would enthusiastically recommend it to friends - and my wife!.Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Rugged, stylish, Value, Worn all the timeI love it - it has everything I was looking for and at a good price.
“No Support”
Posted: Mon, 2011-05-30
By: Rob
Review:
Watch works OK. Never got compass really working. Can't get replacement band.No support for bands. This watch (a gift) and its predecessor keep 'blowing out' bands and replacing them is a pain--if possible.
“Band is not as durable as the watch.”
Posted: Thu, 2012-08-23 01:24
By: Brian M, Alabama
Review:
The band did not last very long before it started tearing up. I have not been able to find a replacement in stores.
“On my 3rd band, ordered by phone, info here!”
Posted: Wed, 2012-10-10 14:57
By: Steve H, Colorado
Review:
Great watch, I've replaced the battery several times over the years, which is to be expected.
But the band DOES flake out, and I don't bother with the original plastic buckle version anymore; instead I've switched over to a Velcro version and am ordering my 3rd band now from customer service.
Call the nice lady at 1-800-448-4639 and ask for part #42691. I kept my old order number and she found all the shipping info for me - awesome.
For $10 including shipping I should have a nice new watchband in "10-14 working days". Seriously beats hassling with the dont-knows in the watch dept.
“Tough as Nails”
Posted: Sat, 2009-01-03
By: ryanutz
Review:
Yes, the band is poorly designed. Like the other reviewers stated, the cloth frayed on it, and the loops to tuck the tail into broke. However, I have been wearing this watch day in and day out for two years now, and the watch itself is as tough as they come. I would love an altimeter, but for the price, you can't beat this watch for everyday use. Obviously, I'll wear a different watch for dress occasions due to the unsightly band on this one! And how can there not be a replacement band?! Come on, Timex, you're better than that!.Battery life, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Rugged, Value, Worn all the timebandGreat watch, poor band construction.
“Great watch...HORRIBLE band”
Posted: Sun, 2008-12-14
By: Ricardo
Review:
I got this watch as a gift and i loved it. I spend alot of time in the field studying birds and this watch comes in so handy. I would use the counter to count down 5 minutes when i do my point count surveys for birds. I would use the hydrate counter to remind me to drink water ever so often when i am working out at the gym. It was so handy....until the band broke. The cloth on the leather started fraying not long after i got it but i never minded too much because the watch itself was so useful...but then the band broke. I actually came to TIMEX.COM to see if i could get a replacement band because i searched everywhere else for it. It was while here at TIMEX i realised how many persons are saying the same thing about the band.
Great Watch....HORRIBLE band....avoid this watch..comfortable, easy to read, reliable, Rugged, stylish, Worn all the timeband breaks quickly, band is not replaceable, poor band design
“Compass watch”
Posted: Sun, 2008-12-14
By: john7420
Review:
Watch is great, but the watch band fails to the point you can not use it withing a couple of weeks and unable to replace so far.Watch band fails within a couple of week of wearing it.
“Disappointing Product”
Posted: Wed, 2012-11-07 18:35
By: Francisco P, Texas
Review:
I planned to have this watch for years as I love the design and features
How come you don't plan to have strap replacement?
External trap material is fine, but interior is falling apart
“Great watch, but I need help finding a replacement band!”
Posted: Sat, 2012-11-24 03:34
By: Ray M, California
Review:
I'd give it a better recommendation, if it weren't for the watch band NOT being readily available as other bands are.
“Proprietary watchband!?!”
Posted: Fri, 2008-11-21
By: GadgetDan
Review:
Love the watch, but the band...well, it started falling apart within a month. I trimmed off all the fraying fabric inlay and lived with just leather (or pleather?) for almost 2 years.
Eventually, the band broke at the hole I need to secure it, so I removed it. The band is held in with two screws for each end, it does not use spring posts like 99.99% of the watches in the world, the band is proprietary. Once it fails, you cannot replace the band from the rack at any department or jewelery store. For this reason alone I would NOT recommend buying this watch.
I think that because of the bubble level at 12-o'clock position, they could not use spring posts, so they came up with a unique band design that was attractive, inexpensive, and somewhat thoughtless. The only plus I can think of for this band is that it is much more secure than spring posts. Maybe it they included adaptors to use a standard replacement watchband, but they do not. In my perfect world, I would have tried to design it to accept standard bands by moving the attachment point away 1/4" or so, then replaced the springposts with a single long screw that goes through the watch, through the band, then into the opposite end of the watch.Too expensive for a watch that is useless after the proprietaty band fails. Other brands use standard size watchbands, availible for under $9 everywhere in countless styles and sizes.
“Great watch + Weak/Unique Band = Junk”
Posted: Mon, 2012-11-12 16:25
By: Bret A, California
Review:
I love the watch, unique and rich set functions, reliable and looks good! However, the band (which looks great initially) starts to fray within a year and then breaks. I could deal with that but I find no reference to the rather uniquely fitted band for possible replacement even on this listing for the watch at the Timex site. Unfortunately, that makes this watch practically worthless after a year or so.
“Great watch Horrible band”
Posted: Tue, 2010-03-30
By: tdnations
Review:
Band broke within a couple of months. I called the service center today and they said they would send me a new one. Hopefully it will last longer than last one.
Great watch..easy to read, reliable, Rugged, Worn all the timeQuality, bad bandbad watch band
“Poor band design”
Posted: Sun, 2009-01-25
By: OldDawgDrummer
Review:
I have been using Timex Expedition watches for years, and love the features. I especially like the multiple alarms and multiple time settings....comes in great as I travel alot.
The only bad thing I have to say is that the band on this watch is poorly designed and the fabric is fraying severly after only about 2 months of use..Battery life, comfortable, easy to read, Performance, reliable, Value, Worn all the timewatch bandGreat watch....poor watch band really detracts from the overall quality.