I've had 2 different Expeditions in the past years and on this one especially, while the watch itself is outstanding, the band is just dreadful. I bought the watch for it's waterproof features and general style, and rarely if ever take it off. The problem I'm having though is that after just a few weeks, the band STINKS. BADLY. It's gotten to the point that I have to take it off periodically because I can't stand the smell wafting past my nose as I work. I've tried washing the band with soap and water, with detergent, rubbing it with lotions, but nothing makes the smell fade. And.. I can't seem to find any replacement non-organic (i.e. leather or cloth) bands. So, while the watch itself has worked flawlessly and does exactly what I wanted it for.. I'm hesitant to recommend it if you plan to wear it 24/7 like I have done with mine.
“Like the Watch; Change the band”
3
Rated 3 / 5
Posted: Sat, 2013-02-23 12:57
By: Amy W, South Carolina
Review:
Like a previous reviewer, I too love the watch and hate the band. It DOES stink like rotten dishrag after awhile. Really stinky. And the only replacements are leather which do the same thing. And they are small bands and break easily for someone who wears the watch 24/7. I'm constantly buying new bands. I love the watch, but please put a functional band on it that holds up to the abuse that a lot of busy women will put it through. For the watch itself, I like a white face with black numbers, a fast hand and date, and the Indiglo feature. It's easiest to read at a glance. No digital for me. Waterproof because I'm in and out of water a lot--showers, utility sink, pool, lake, garden hose, wash-your-hands during flu season. It has to hold up to the abuse I put it through. The watch does great, just not the band.
Product Specs
Product Specification
Attachment Buckle/Clasp Type
Buckle
Attachment Color
Burgundy Red
Attachment Material
Leather
Attachment Type
Strap
Battery Type
CR1216
Case Color
Silver-Tone
Case Finish
Brushed/Polished
Case Height
9mm
Case Lug Width
14 mm
Case Material
Brass
Case Shape
Round
Case Size
Mid-Size
Case Width
34mm
Crystal/Lens
Mineral Glass
Dial Color
Natural
Dial Luminant Hands
Luminant Hands
Dial Markings
Arabic (Partial)
Top Ring Color
Silver-Tone
Top Ring Material
Brass
Warranty
1 Year Limited (U.S. Only)
Watch Movement
Quartz Analog
Water Resist
50 meters
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“watch is awesome, band is awful”
Posted: Fri, 2012-06-22 11:54
By: Jeanne P, Maine
Review:
I've had 2 different Expeditions in the past years and on this one especially, while the watch itself is outstanding, the band is just dreadful. I bought the watch for it's waterproof features and general style, and rarely if ever take it off. The problem I'm having though is that after just a few weeks, the band STINKS. BADLY. It's gotten to the point that I have to take it off periodically because I can't stand the smell wafting past my nose as I work. I've tried washing the band with soap and water, with detergent, rubbing it with lotions, but nothing makes the smell fade. And.. I can't seem to find any replacement non-organic (i.e. leather or cloth) bands. So, while the watch itself has worked flawlessly and does exactly what I wanted it for.. I'm hesitant to recommend it if you plan to wear it 24/7 like I have done with mine.
“Like the Watch; Change the band”
Posted: Sat, 2013-02-23 12:57
By: Amy W, South Carolina
Review:
Like a previous reviewer, I too love the watch and hate the band. It DOES stink like rotten dishrag after awhile. Really stinky. And the only replacements are leather which do the same thing. And they are small bands and break easily for someone who wears the watch 24/7. I'm constantly buying new bands. I love the watch, but please put a functional band on it that holds up to the abuse that a lot of busy women will put it through. For the watch itself, I like a white face with black numbers, a fast hand and date, and the Indiglo feature. It's easiest to read at a glance. No digital for me. Waterproof because I'm in and out of water a lot--showers, utility sink, pool, lake, garden hose, wash-your-hands during flu season. It has to hold up to the abuse I put it through. The watch does great, just not the band.