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Price:$109.95
Image: http://bestdeallocator.info/image.php?id=B000SMRW7Y Best deal: http://bestdeallocator.info/index.php?id=B000SMRW7Y This watch is great for almost any function. I love that the digital screen can be turned off for a more professional/office look. Also, it is an Ironman, so you know it's great for training. I enjoy that it can be charge on light too. I've really enjoyed this watch so far and I'm hoping that like all the other Ironman watches I've owned, it will last a long time. I'm giving this a 5 though since I can't give a 4.5. Maybe I'm expecting too much, but if I was paying the retail price, I would expect a lot more. It doesn't have some things that my other Ironman watches have had - such as a countdown/count-up timer and the ability to store stopwatch workouts with average and best laps (or a Memo function, but I never really used that anyway). Also, this does seem to be a one piece band, so if it breaks, I likely can't repair that myself.This is all a fine compromise for me though since I get a very stylish best of both worlds - Ironman multi-function and analog in a stylish package. Definitely recommended. This is a great little watch. I bought it to replace my Timex bodylink watch (which was a good watch)that I used for my first marathon, but I decided to go with this watch because I hate when its time to get batteries for it, and the waterproof seal is ruined if you do it yourself. This watch stays charged for me and with all the sun in Texas it makes it easy to keep this one ready for all workouts. The only thing I didn;t like is that it takes a little time to get use to hitting the lap split, because its placement is a little different from the traditional ironman watch. The Timex Ironman Thriathlon Solar Dual-Tech watch is a good ana-digi solar watch.I bought it from Pro Sport Watches through Amazon.com and the first watch I received went bad after about a month when the mode button stopped working. Upon receiving my email inquiry they immediately shipped the replacement unit and a return envelope with no questions asked even though it was either on the verge or maybe even over the 30 day return period. If this review was only about my experience shopping with Pro Sport Watches and dealing with their service and support, I'd give them the highest rating. I also own the ultimate Casio Protrek triple sensor analog-digital watch which is a class (and unfortunately two sizes of thickness and diameter) above this one and many other far more expensive watches, so I'm a bit biased as I was comparing this model to the features of the one about triple the price. Pros: - Nice combination of analog and digital features (besides solar technology, this is a must have for my watches)- Really sophisticated attractive combination of black screen and "bright" numbers, but more about brightness under cons- Solar charging- Accurate- Good combination (better than Protrack) of stop watch and count-down timers and alarms.- Three different times to set on the digital clock, easily changed by the single or two sequential pressings of the lower start/split button.- Digital screen can be toggled on and off by holding the stop/reset button for 3 seconds so you have a choice of a simple and sophisticated vs technical gadget look.- Reasonably priced considering the features (although I would have thought twice had it not been on sale).- Great intuitive Timex menus (in comparison I find Casios a bit cryptic)Cons: - The digital dial is rather dim and far from being bright as on the picture- Either the seconds markings or the seconds hand movement is inaccurate, so you have a feeling that the dial and the seconds hand are a bit misaligned, just enough to make you wonder if everything is OK. This was the case on both the defective watch and the replacement unit, so I suppose this is a design flaw.- The watch itself has so many colors and letters it almost looks like a Timex billboard. The least appreciated is the word SOLAR placed above the 9 o'clock position of the dial. Besides this one there are big capital letters SOLAR at the bottom of the bezel, so I really don't understand why they had to put the same thing over the dial and lower the efficiency of the solar cell and visibility of the dial.- Another negative for color on my scorecard is the bracelet, which is grey plastic and even if it's quality design and seems sturdy, I'd prefer it were black just like the watch. This way it makes the watch lack sophistication and it looks a bit like a toy.Summary: Although a bit sophomoric design, the good combination of analog-digital features, solar technology and reasonable pricing when on sale got this watch onto my wishlist. Timex Solar Watches with on/off digital display. Battery is charged from solar cell in watch face. Advanced technology and durable construction make the Timex Men's Ironman Triathlon Solar Dual-Tech Watch #T5G681 perfect for the serious athlete. The large, crisp digital gray dial makes the watch's multiple advanced functions easy to use. As well as displaying the time and a day/date calendar, the watch includes a chronograph function, two-mode countdown timer, alarm, and 50-lap recall. The "Indiglo" night light illuminates the dial for those early morning or late-night runs. With its brushed, stainless steel bezel sporting etched black lettering, a black stainless steel case, and a comfortable resin band, this watch provides durability and athletic good looks. The solar-powered watch is water resistant to 330 feet and is backed by a one-year manufacturer's warranty. 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