Watch with Depth gauge

[DCDivenut]

I currently dive a Sherwood wisdom integrated console and a while back I picked up a Casio Pathfinder cheap to wear as a backup depth gauge and timer just in case my AI computer died. Problem is that the depth gauge is only good to 100 feet and technically it is not a "diving watch"

So I am looking to upgrade my watch. Basically I do not need a full function watch computer, just something that tells time (analog is fine) and has a digital depth gauge. I found a really cool one a few months back and wrote down the name for when my birthday came around but now I can't find where I wrote it.

I found this one today http://scubamart.com/detail.aspx?ID=96 (St. Moritz Nereos) but I am not sure if this is it. Any other suggestions in this direction. I would prefer fewer features to keep the price low and since it is not my everyday watch, looks are not the biggest concern. Thanks!

 

[devolution365]

Check out the Timex Helix. There's a model with a depth meter. It logs up to 20 dive "segments" -with depth, temperature, time. It's just a logger, not a computer, but I picked one up on eBay recently for about $50 shipped.

 

[scubatoys]

We've sold a fair number of the Nereos and everyone seems to like them... Haven't had any problems. Even with a scuba board discount... you're still looking at about $260 for the watch though... and for diving... I'd rather have a backup computer like a Oceanic Versa Pro that would be cheaper than that!

But if you want it for a walk around watch anyway... then it would make sense.

 

[dirthead]

I bought a Citizen Hyper Aqualand from LeisurePro a few months ago and could not be happier with it. It will give you all the dive information you need to log(except NDL's) and looks great as just a watch. I think I paid around $240 for it.

 

[tedwhiteva]

Check out the Timex Helix. There's a model with a depth meter. It logs up to 20 dive "segments" -with depth, temperature, time. It's just a logger, not a computer, but I picked one up on eBay recently for about $50 shipped.

I also use the Helix as a backup timer and depth guage - they are not made anymore (I think) but keep coming up on ebay from somewhere. As a backup, its good. the 1 1/2 downsides to it are:

1. You have to remember to start it (or at least ready it) for each dive.

1/2. It locks up at 130 feet - which "shouldn't" be an issue any way.

A plus - it has big numbers!

 

[Cobra852]

Aqualand Model: JP1040-09E

I love mine has depth, temp, max bottom depth, average depth, time in time out, Depth and assent alarms, and it saves 4 dives

 

[tlawler]

I can vouch for the hyper aqualand (the digital one). I've had one for almost 10 years and it's performed flawlessly. Even if you buy an older one on ebay, Citizens' website has software compatible for windows 2K and xp (it was originally win95). They say you have to send it back for a battery change, but if you have a knowledgable jeweler, he can do it (had mine changed 3 times now with no problems). Lastly, the bands are like $70 through Citizen (went through 2 of those), but walmart sells a very similar one for about $10. Right now, I'm using a velcro band, but the correct fitting band makes it easier to fit in the cradle for downloading.

 

[devolution365]

I also use the Helix as a backup timer and depth guage - they are not made anymore (I think) but keep coming up on ebay from somewhere. As a backup, its good. the 1 1/2 downsides to it are:
1. You have to remember to start it (or at least ready it) for each dive.
1/2. It locks up at 130 feet - which "shouldn't" be an issue any way.
A plus - it has big numbers!

According to what I've seen (I haven't used mine yet) it's supposed to auto-start when you go under 5 feet. Yours doesn't? -If not, I'll be carefull to check that mine does as I descend 12 days from now.

 

[harpua]

re: Timex Helix

Are there different models? I looked on ebay and there are a large variety of Helix styles and colors, but some of them look like they are ment for other activities such as climbing or running. I am looking at a good watch that won't break the bank. I am looking at a computer so I don't want to spend a fortune on a watch.

 

[Robtjm]

If you have a SunglassHut in your area you might try them. I think they are generally located in shopping malls. They are discontinuing Suunto products and are selling them at a pretty good discount. I got a Suunto Mosquito there for $225.