Casio Men’s PAW1500Y-1 Pathfinder Multi-Band Solar Atomic Digital Watch
- Casio solar powered atomic timekeeping triple sensor pathfinder
- Digital compass, altimeter, barometer and thermometer
- Direction sensor, pressure sensor (measures altitude and barometric pressure), temperature sensor
- Moon phase and tide graph
- Water-resistant to 660 feet (200 M)
Amazon.com Product Description
Fully-loaded with modern, high-tech functions, the Casio Men’s Amazon Exclusive Pathfinder Multi-Band Solar Atomic Digital Watch is the ideal timepiece for the active man. With the case, bezel, and bracelet made of durable, black resin, this sporty watch also features easy-to-use, one-button push functions for an altimeter, barometer, and compass. The black dial displays a digital time and calendar display along with moon phase and tide graph. The eco-friendly watch is powered by solar energy so there’s no need for a battery. Plus, it features Japanese quartz movement for accurate timekeeping and is water resistant to 660 feet (200 meters). With a comfortable, resin bracelet with buckle and a scratch-resistant mineral window, the Casio Men’s Amazon Exclusive Pathfinder Multi-Band Solar Atomic Digital Watch is perfect for the office or trekking through the Himalayas–and everywhere in between.
Casio Men’s PAW1500Y-1 Pathfinder Multi-Band Solar Atomic Digital Watch
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First of all, I’d like to commend the dispatch system that is used by Amazon. This article arrived in Oz, 4 days after it was ordered! Unfortunately, it took 5 days to travel the 3 kilometres from the airport to my house…not Amazons fault I must stress.
Anyway, I’m sure you’d rather hear about the watch than my shipping! What a beauty! This is a very large watch & I’d recommend rotating the wrist you wear it on to stop yourself walking in circles! My wife enjoys reading the time from across the room as well.
You have probably guessed that this will not likely be a technical review, but one for the average Joe who’d like to own a functional watch one day. If you are that Joe, or Josephine, then I heartily recommend it for you. Take the time to learn & understand all of its functions & it won’t let you down.
The Atomic function does not work outside the EU, Japan, or the US of A, but I didn’t let that deter me. Forewarned is forarmed. The reverse display just adds a level of class that I find lacking in your standard LCD displays and if there was one gripe that I have with the watch, it is the Temperature sensor getting readings off your body, rather than the OAT. Again, I did my research & knew this prior to ordering, but bear it in mind if that is important to you.
I am still learning the functions of this watch & am currently engrossed in figuring out the Altimeter…I will get their in the end, but some of the more technical aspects of the functions are glossed over to the point where novices, like me, may struggle for a bit. Don’t give up though, the watch is worth it!
Rating: 4 / 5
This is the same as the PRG-130Y minus the Atomic sync, which you can get in other markets or source elsewhere for about $150 less (at the time of this writing the watch was $380.00 now it’s about a $50 difference from the PRG-130Y), For those of us in the US who want atomic sync this is the only game in town. It is a good quality watch but construction these days ain’t what it used to be. I have not yet seen anny indication of “paint” coming off like was reported on early 1300 series watches. Some elements feel cheap, namely the band, but that is easily replaced. but so far everything has held up well. I don’t think you will be disappointed and it has a little edge with the just plain cool factor. I wish this watch was available in the US without having to pay for Atomic Sync and Solar Power.
You CAN switch units between metric and US on this model as well as the PRG-130Y, so if you can live without the atomic sync (I could have with a + or - 20 seconds a month accuracy) You might try to find a PRG130-Y on a secondary market. I hate to express buyers remorse (and where is my Amazon verified purchase notation Amazon?) but I feel like I paid a bit much for something that there was far too little information on, my fault for not waiting a little bit!
Still this is an excellent time piece, the reverse LCD is the best int the industry and although I have read complaints of the accuracy of the other gauges I have experienced none so inaccurate as to be a concern. I’m not climbing K@ and I think some complaints are because of improper calibration which you have to do, especially with the compass depending on where you live. Solid watch my only real gripe is the way Amazon is handling these “exclusives” which are simply rebadged Pro-Trek European/Oceana/JDM watches.
Rating: 5 / 5
This watch has style, function and accuracy. I have Omega and Tag, they are sporty model and good watchs too but price is 10 times more than Pathfinder!? I like the color, wrist band and size. I am totally satisfied with it, and might buy if it is priced double.
Rating: 5 / 5
Couldn’t ask for more in a watch. The atomic syncing and all the other data is great. Daily wearing has gotten me tons of compliments which is always a nice bonus.
Rating: 5 / 5