Help me understand Suunto SK8 Compass wrist straps

[WhiteSands]

Just got this compass over the weekend and the design of the strap was totally unexpected. Was expecting a regular watch type strap but it has some strange fastening system that I found hard to use.

I'd like to try to get used to it before I junk it for bungees, so any advice or instructional on how to use this strap?

 

[Scared Silly]

Look at this advert and do the 360 view: Suunto SK8 Wrist Compass | Simply Scuba UK

Hope that helps.

 

[WhiteSands]

Look at this advert and do the 360 view: Suunto SK8 Wrist Compass | Simply Scuba UK

Hope that helps.

Thanks for replying. I understand how it works, but it's a pain to get the "pin" into the hole and at the same time, ensure the strap goes under the 2 side catches.

Was wondering if there is a fast way to do this? It takes me a long time just to put it on.

 

[fbk]

I'd chuck the strap in the bin and whack some bungee on it no matter how easy it was to fasten.

 

[ajduplessis]

Remove strap and add bungees, or get your buddy to help you.

 

[enduser]

The DSS mount does make it a lot shorter thinner profile

 

[buddhasummer]

The DSS mount does make it a lot shorter thinner profile

and can then be mounted on the top of your hand which I find to be the most ergonomic.

 

[ajduplessis]

Mounted on the hand can create issue when using can light and goodman handle. My light moves between hands during a dive depending on workload and tasks.

 

[buddhasummer]

Mounted on the hand can create issue when using can light and goodman handle. My light moves between hands during a dive depending on workload and tasks.

I don't have a problem, can light on left compass on right hand, all good.