Garmin Tactix 7 Solar Pro Ballistics: 6 months of hard use- Is it worth $1000+

[@robjenkins6609]

I have one and wear it every day. As someone mentioned, the ballistics alone is a $500+ value when you look at what a Kestrel runs. Add in the maps, the NOD compatibility, the touch screen, ridiculous battery life for such a complex little dude, and just the overall quality of Garmin, and it is well worth it to me. I’ve even used the maps to navigate when traveling recreationally. Pretty damn hard to beat in an all-in-one device on your wrist.

[@gejion1620]

Do you still need a kestral if you buy this?. Does it do everything a kestral does?

[@samadsaif1325]

I am using the Tactix 7 Pro. I love it. It is my 24/7 watch. Never needed any other watch now. I am also a normal person. I just like all the features even though I don’t use all of them. The light is so cool and I use it very often daily. Happy with the purchase. This is my first Garmin.

[@ivosegota2921]

Wow nice bro...for 1st watch...

[@hikeskool]

@@ivosegota2921not what he said 👌

[@danieldavis2292]

My mans missed the main point of this edition: the AB ballistics calc. Thats what we really wanted to see. Thats where the money goes. Even as a simple prs competitor i imagine its helpful for on the fly matching and corrections. Surely it'd be easier to glance at your wrist than to open up your phone and look so far away from the glass. Hopefully next time you can help touch on that aspect of the watch

[@russelltally2353]

The Tactix is the ONLY mdodel that offers STEALTHWATCH, use with NightVision, and Kills the GPS and smartwatch technology to AVOID DETECTION! This can be the difference between life or death for an operator in the soup! So for me, the “STEALTHWATCH” mode, being able to jump at zero dark thirty using nods and have this pre-programed waypoints on the uploaded map to navigate the landing all in pitch black....this is the seperation factor from the other models.

[@Justyburger]

@@russelltally2353 Doesn't the Instinct 2 Tactical do that same thing? It also has the stealth and kills GPS. I also wipes data.

[@mothersmilk8370]

I love my Tactix 7 PB. It is unmatched!

[@Yooper05]

Great review! The flashlight is by far the most used thing for me. I thought it was silly as well. But it’s a daily use! Don’t wake the wife, use the green light!! Oh yeah, 100% worth it. Used this all through my last deployment as well! Dealing with 140+ degrees and still rocking! It’s amazing!

[@joshuacepeda3714]

If you are looking at this watch then price isn’t really a consideration. But let me tell you. For the price, this thing is nearly bullet proof. Not a very fancy watch the the display isn’t AMOLED so not super bright. But if you want a do all watch that can be bomb proof then this takes the cake. First day I wore this watch, I banged my wrist on the edge of a metal cabinet. I thought I crack the screen on day one. Look to my surprise, nothing on the watch. I work in LE and i have even fought people wearing this watch. A few scuff marks around the frame, one very light scuff on the glass. Honestly you wouldn’t notice it unless I pointed it out lol. Former USMC and if you know us, we break everything. Still, this watch is holding up strong. Very happy with the purchase.

[@yudymisaki9336]

LE, you mean legion etrangere?

[@robjenkins6609]

@@yudymisaki9336he means Law Enforcement. Police/sheriff/DEA/similar.

[@Jonathan-hx6oy]

Theres a really good chance the scuff on screen will rub off with a little effort. I'm in construction thought I'd scratched mine several times but sapphire is really tough!

[@sammyfishermesser]

Great device for people looking to get more knowledge about their health. Have a great smart watch and something on your rest. I can do almost everything you need to in the military.

[@milcommguy5927]

I purchased the tactix 7 basic when your initial review posted, I still have not mastered all the functions yet but love the watch.

[@huwhitecavebeast1972]

If I was in the military I would get it for sure. Still would like to have one, even if it is unlikely that I would need it.

[@ethanmitchell3439]

Right now it would be like buying a fully functional tank to decorate my front yard. Thanks for your input on the 7delta tho, I didn’t realize they went touchscreen.

[@HaraldHofer]

Worth every cent. I switched from the Delta mainly for the touch functionality on the map screen - makes life so much easier. Everywhere else I disabled touch. I wear it 24/7, I run every day for 45 to 90min, I swim open water, I wear it when being in the mountains whether summer or winter. And for any other sport I do. Battery lasts for about 20-25 days. I love it. I would change to the Tactix 8 AMOLED if - and only if - the battery would last almost as long as it does now.

[@Nich87]

The best Garmin that I have worn wearing it now as I type this by far my favourite stuff

[@joelmulder]

Absolutely stunning design. I’m very happy with my Apple Watch for smart stuff and my G-shock for when I need something that won’t break, but this is a very tempting package.

[@Jonathan-hx6oy]

I'm coming up on 6 mo with my tactix 7 pro. Loving it, i knew what i was getting its my 3rd. Had fenix 4S, delta tactix, now tactix 7 pro, sapphire screen is a must for me.

[@jngttker1411]

Best watchface ever !!! 24/7 use ! Check the updated one for the 7 ! ❤

[@mathew75100]

what is it called? I just got the 7

[@modernhereticnw]

I view this as a low priority third tier redundancy. My phone does all of this. The compass, map, gos, and other gear in my pack does all of this. This is a 3rd level of redundancy. “In case everything else was unavailable”. For that purpose, it’s pretty cool. But, as far as allocating funds goes, it would also be deprioritized until I was at the point where all my other 1st and 2nd tier requirements were met.

[@jakemontell.7415]

I have the instinct 2 solar. Cost me $470 when it came out. I've contemplated getting a tactix. Or a Fenix. But just can't justify the expensiveness

[@BrianHallmond]

does that have maps?

[@self-awaregunship6869]

@@BrianHallmond Not in the sense like the Tactix, but it does allow waypoint and track me functions, or setup a pre-planned route in the app. I have the Instinct 2x tactical, only really tested out the waypoint feature for fun, but it was working pretty well for it.

[@sixdollarfrog]

I have the tactix 7 and the instinct2x solar. Only bought the tactix because i was so pleased with the instinct2x solar. Keep feeling like i should have stayed with the instincts for the money.

[@jakemontell.7415]

@@sixdollarfrog yeah it's nice having a color screen. Touch screen. More accurate sensors and details but that price just makes it a tough bite into a money sandwich 😮‍💨

[@Tienuyan]

I have a garmin instinct solar 1 generation and never needed another watch. Problem is i just lost it and i cant find it so i will buy a new one. Now i am in between Instinct 2x Solar and this one, and the only reason I might get the tactix pro is because of maps. You might not need it, but I do a lot of 2-3-4 days hiking in mountains above 10 thousand feet / 3000 meters high, and even though the instinct solar was always good enough for me, i always had to rely in the iPhone GPS offline maps to find other routes or just to check up my position on the wilderness. Having a touchscreen gps map included in the watch will save me battery on my phone, that can now be used for emergency only. Edit: nevermind，i just found it. Not buying any more extra shit. Hahahah

[@Justyburger]

In my opinion, this is the best watch of the whole Garmin line-up. In terms of styling, it's the numbered watch bezel that tops it off. I like that style much better than the Fenix/Epix/Enduro series. Currently I'm using an Instinct 2 solar tactical and that model was mostly a cost decision. I do open water swimming, but also skiing and hiking. The Instinct 2 is fine in the ocean and tracks the swim quite accurately. I'd assume that the Tactix would be at least as good in that regard. I used to sleep track with the Instinct, but stopped, because I find these watches to be too large. I ended up getting a slight rash where the sensor is. Since I stopped wearing it at night, there's been no issue. I miss not knowing the stats, but I could buy the Aura ring if I really wanted those stats back.

[@Hey_load]

What do you do in the Air Force? Im a Rescue Loadmaster and I love this watch. Been running it for about 8 months now. The flashlight is a game changer.

[@HAMDIMAHMOOD]

Its deserve all the price I paid to buy the most beautiful tactix 7 pro ballistic edition the best 💪🏻 I bought it from Amazon America and I'm in the Middle East, I got a price of $2000.

[@MrParham619]

Just got this watch can’t wait to use it

[@jimmystewart8505]

Hey I'm Jimmy... Retired NC firefighter. Just wanted to meet you... And day hey to you.. I'm a big fan of yours...

[@davidhawkins847]

Wow, I can see how that touch screen would greatly improve the GPS function of it. I have the Delta and have found it quite useful though I haven't put it through its paces as much as you have. I am pleasantly surprised at how well it takes a beating without looking like it just lost a UFC fight. I think the solar charging works best under normal watch usage vs any of the apps. I find the GPS app to eat battery life. Much of the time I have it in normal operation and find it charging while driving to work in the mornings. Even with workout tracking, I get about a week of extra battery life before I need to actually place it on a charger.

[@Goodmaen6706]

I love the way the watch looks. I love that it has the maps and I think the display looks cool. I had that watch. I was fortunate enough to find one listed incorrectly on eBay and got it for 50% off. Super happy about it but ended up selling it For $400 profit and then use that money to buy the instinct 2X tactical. The watch basically does everything else that that watch can do Display and it doesn’t show but I think the instinct 2X is worth every penny and it’s super lightweight

[@leonpatrick5606]

I own a Garmin fenix 7x pro sapphire solar, and it's way better than the G Shock Mudmaster GG-B100 that i had. For obvious reasons like solar, maps and health tracking just to name a few

[@octavarium711]

I sold my G Shock Mudmaster GWG1000 and Rangeman GPRH1000 for this Garmin Tactix 7 Pro......Total Satisfied than i used G Shock

[@leonpatrick5606]

@octavarium711 My son has the G Shock Mudmaster now, and he loves it, but not enough. I keep telling him 🤣 "I'll take it off you if you don't wear it every day." he reckons I would do a trade with you, dad, we can swap watches that's a big NO son.

[@blkwarriorspirit5528]

Recommended getting lesser value Garmin smartwatches with similar functions. Instinct tactical series is more appropriate for rugged use. And they're less expensive.

[@PreparedAirman]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/noKnaJKVqLucgZI

[@1DavidMarshall]

Hey man, 1st ty for your service to our country and to our community!! I would really like to see you do a review on tactical(for lack of a better word) pants. Outdoor/ range clothing. I would really like to hear what you have to say about what's best value and worth the money. I think other would as well. Ty

[@civdefco]

Nice darc sticker placement 😈 skittle wars!!

[@leodoingthings1706]

for a simple man as me my ~120$ amazfit trex pro is more than enough durability wise. ofc no ballistics or maps. But as rough smart watch to see who calls me or see messages its very fine

[@DRDOOM-jl7tv]

Fast Forward to May 2024 GARMIN running a sale $200 Off models. If want the Ballistic version but don’t have the extra cash. Get the Tactix Pro and later on purchase the Applied Ballistics program if you still want it.

[@PreparedAirman]

I agree! I promoted the Fenix 7 solar pro last week and got a ton of flak for it. It was $600.

[@redpoint2000]

I know the model you are currently testing😉 Periodically it’s a struggle trying to decide which Garmin gets wrist tIme.

[@memphisreines]

4rth gen ohr not 5th like the fénix 7x sapphire solar edition and 7X pro sapphire solar editions of the watch and no AKG because of it, but some reason amoled version of this watch has 5th generation ohr, which is odd since amoled version of the tactix 7 is a lesser version than the 7 pro Ballistics version.

[@wilhelmhaupt267]

What SUCKS is the constant restarting when connected to a rangefinder with Bluetooth... Makes Applied Ballistics basically useless. Hope they fix it ASAP

[@liameneuk]

Do you think the strobe of this watch is strong enough to give you the element of surprise at arm's length if in a pinch? Thanks!

[@immortalsoul9122]

I’ve had good luck with G shocks. I don’t know if I’m tech savvy enough to master the Garmin

[@Ryan-cv9me]

I would try the Garmin Instinct series if you’re not sure you need all the tech. I wear everything from G shocks to automatic watches, and find the tactix to be very useful, although I probably use 20% of the capabilities it has to offer.

[@brianc0019]

Thank you for your Service

[@mbikesrulee]

Thanks

[@Jammerjim]

That price lowers to 900 or so I'm game

[@Pete-io3wy]

How does the solar charging features work on this and or the 7 pro? My g shock range master always stays charged. That's what I want.

[@PreparedAirman]

The tactix 7 way more technology in it ,but it costs you in power consumption. The solar will maybe give you an additional 1% per day but the watch will consume 5-7% per day.

[@jeffreytruong8918]

my ballistics say I have to enable AP mode or something weird

[@audrictre0042]

What face are you using for your watch ?

[@meliodashadeyoshi2115]

The Garmin Fenix 7 also has the same features im curious what makes that 600 more ?

[@PreparedAirman]

Stealth mode, Night vision mode, some Tactical widgets and mainly the ballistics application that's built in.

[@hikeskool]

Will a “smart watch” elevate my life? I love my Rolexes but have been looking more and more at the Garmin lineup for the fitness aspects. Just a normal guy who likes to lift, nothing too wild 👌

[@chrisdc1689]

Nice Spiritus slap :)

[@Becomingwildman]

I want to treat myself with a very functional watch and now I'm really regretting you not sharing the watch on your wrist as I'm planning to by a watch this week. Is it still a Garmin?can't you give us a revealing of that watch as I would save some bucks if possible. Greetings from across the ocean.

[@PreparedAirman]

www.amazon.com/dp/B09NMKQCKS/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_apa_gl_i_F3T9KR9VXCVSKT2VH4C7?linkCode=ml2&tag=preparedairma-20

[@a.g.1039]

I have the same watch and watchface, you or someone whit this same settings have noticed a drastic battery drain whit it? Like 10% day I think is too much

[@PreparedAirman]

Originally, yes, I turned off seconds and the heart rate for the main screen. Also, restart the App and watch. After that it went back to normal operation.

[@mathew75100]

Is the solar really worth it? Do you get enough sunlight between not facing the sun directly/ clothing/ terrain that can block sunlight. Just wondering if it would wiser to get the none solar model and just charge it and have a slightly better looking screen. Thanks

[@PreparedAirman]

I find it to maintain battery life a little longer. Adds a couple of days with average use. Is it worth it? Depending on your lifestyle. For me I would buy it again.

[@mathew75100]

@@PreparedAirman Yeah, I am out of the army but thinking about getting back in.. miss the good old days. I have the original tactix gen 1 from years ago still works great however the battery life isnt all that great now. I am really torn between the AP and Amoled models.

[@matessss12]

I'm also deciding whether to ditch the solar or not. Charging it a few days earlier than with the solar model doesn't seem like a big deal to me. What do you think? @@mathew75100

[@deathdealer1211]

Great 👍 Video review thank you. What's the name of the watch face on Garmin Connect?

[@vinnythepooh13]

Were you able to find the watch face?

[@PreparedAirman]

Digital for tactixD v2 beta

[@vinnythepooh13]

@@PreparedAirman Thanks! Found it, dug around your older videos for the comment. Looks like the dev is working on the epix version.

[@ssskeletonnasty5885]

I just bought mine no pb juat the pro version

[@ryangarcia8374]

can you please tell me what your watch face is called?? I would like to download that to my Tactix 7

[@PreparedAirman]

"Digital for Tactix D V2 beta"

[@fearnonebutone4977]

I bought the tactix 7 AMOLED 51mm and the epix pro (AMOLED) 47mm. Can’t decide between the two. Do you have any exp with the epix pro? Trying to figure out which to return and which to keep.

[@face6994]

Question ... you prefer Amoled or MIP and why? I was about to buy one but at the end i took a Fenix 7x solar

[@PreparedAirman]

I haven't used the AMOLED but by reviewing the specs, the non AMOLED version is technically better. The AMOLED sacrifices battery power for a better looking screen

[@dakota5532]

What about solar charge from a completely dead battery? And why do you have an aftermarket screen (watchface)?

[@PreparedAirman]

It will not charge with solar fro. A fully dead battery. Think of it as a hybrid car. Garmin has an app so you can personally customize your watch face and I prefer the one you see here.

[@dakota5532]

@@PreparedAirman Wow, really?! Even if left in the sun for a whole day or 2? I mean just enough charge to check your gps for a couple minutes

[@PreparedAirman]

Maybe if you would leave it in the sun for a day or two, but I haven't tested that specifically.

[@dakota5532]

@@PreparedAirman Please try when you're bored. I only found one video but it wasn't very convincing because it only went up to 1%. Maybe it still had .9% when auto-powering down... Idk. Thanks for your responses though.

[@TheWeatherman51]

Have you found the solar sapphire glass to be scratch “proof” like the normal sapphire glass of the tactic delta?

[@PreparedAirman]

It seems to be the same to me. I've never scratched it and it left a mark before. I literally had it on my wrist all weekend doing some gem mining. No issues.

[@MiciahChamberlain]

The fenix 7x pro sapphire solar has a light and touch screen so you can do the same things. And then they came out with the enduro which also is a touch screen has a better battery life then the tactics or the fenix and also had a brighter light and it’s 500 dollars cheaper then the tactic!

[@stefanocaon]

Enduro and Fenix don't have applied ballistic

[@MikeH0311]

Do a video of you actually using it not just pictures

[@John-pr1xn]

Do you have little dust under the screen on the solar panel? My ballistics have one dot of dust on solar panel under the glass

[@PreparedAirman]

I haven't noticed any with mine.

[@williammccaslin8527]

My lord, thats not a watch, thats a strap on command center for launching nukes, is there anything it can't do. Lmao. Thx for the vid PA

[@robertnowak949]

Garmin should give some form of discount dor all LE and Mil guys with this one....

[@anthonydelacruz5777]

they do via GovX

[@cezarmihai6061]

Does your screen has any scratches instead of using it so hard ? Do you recommend an screen protector ?

[@PreparedAirman]

No scratches at all, its sapphire glass. Sapphire glass is pretty much the best watch glass available. I have owned 4 watches in 8 years with sapphire glass and not a single one have ever broke or scratched.

[@cezarmihai6061]

@@PreparedAirman and it S necesarry a screen protector or not ?

[@PreparedAirman]

No it's not nessesary

[@Sozialkompetenz]

The touchscreen is the first thing to be disabled…

[@Th3Resurreccion]

My iWatch Series 3 is giving out. Looking at this or another Apple Watch… 😅

[@TheBeefSlayer]

The military doesn’t mind you posting videos from being at work??? I would think the pentagon would object. Interesting

[@davidmckechnie2640]

How does it perform under frequent use of NODS in NV mode with regard to bloom and definition from your perspective, and detection from an outward perspective? Kinda dodging the AMOLED version depending on usability with regard to NV (and battery life, which isn't even up for debate). Thanks!

[@PreparedAirman]

Its still a light producing device regardless of how dim it is. It is very clear when you adjust the focus of the NOD. You can still see it from a distance away. In an urban or room based environment, I would say its fine due to all the cover and concealment around you. But in an open environment, I would still be weary of light projections. If I was in a contested environment, I would still use a poncho to block out the light.

[@davidmckechnie2640]

I appreciate the feedback. Regardless, this model still piques my interest over the new AMOLED. Is there a reason you're not running any method of aperture restriction? If it's the ridiculous cost of entry, you can save $500 by snagging yourself another lens cap, grab one of your spent .223 / 556 cases and punch a hole through the center of your cap. Adjust your focus to infinite, and everything from your watch face to the hills out yonder are all razor focused. Solves the same problem you encounter with passive aiming as well, and don't have to give up your position with LEMs. Manul gain is beneficial in bringing back some of what you lose with decreased light input. But unless I'm stargazing with the lady, I can never go back. Killer video, man. You rocked it and sold me on the Tactix 7 Pro. 🤙

[@ptgtdcr]

Use a watch band with cover will help protect it too

[@irishman485]

What’s that watch face? I just got a garmin fenix 7x

[@richardloricco]

Second! That face is awesome

[@richardloricco]

I found it in a follow up comment btw. It’s called Tactixd v2 beta

[@Lumb3rJack_Grr]

hey i like the time face yoy use which one is it ? i cant find it to garmon conect how i serch for it ?

[@PreparedAirman]

Get the Garmin "Connect QI" app. At the bottom you will see "Face It" and type in "Digital for TactixD V2 Beta"

[@Lumb3rJack_Grr]

@@PreparedAirman thanks

[@anthonyrampino7734]

How does the ballistic function work?

[@PreparedAirman]

It's works as intended. Is it practical? for they average user no it's not. it probably won't get used at all. It has some cool capabilities but realistically, if you are not an avid longer range shooter shooting 800M+ it's not worth the extra $300.

[@anthonyrampino7734]

@@PreparedAirman thanks, I appreciate the feedback.

[@JanDahl]

Doesn't sound like you're using the extra features from the Ballistics edition vs. Tactix 7 Pro.

[@PreparedAirman]

Not very much. I used Ballistics with my Tactix Delta alot in testing and found the Tactix 7 runs the same system. The touch screen is more beneficial. The only way I have found the Ballistics to work extremely well is if you pair your watch to a range Finder and a kestrel giving it real-time data. It's definitely nice to have your range cards built it to a watch but it's not my primary reference.

[@The.Fighting.Therapist]

Do you have any advice or tips with the garmin instinct 2 solar ?

[@PreparedAirman]

I just completed my review of the Instinct 2 Solar tactical. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2HRYZlpasZoprs

[@ellerybice3787]

That's Utah eh?

[@CarlWeakAss7]

Where was this when I was in 82nd 😭

[@MrKingArthurhk]

I assume it tracks you wherever you go.

[@PreparedAirman]

If you want it to it can. If you don't want it to it has a stealth button to turn off all sensors.

[@MrKingArthurhk]

@@PreparedAirman That is kind of the point. Turning off all sensors renders it pretty much useless. With a tyrannical government getting more so, it might make a Bill of Rights advocate ripe for an “oops,” bug splat. Technology is a duel edged sword.

[@PreparedAirman]

They know where we are at all times with or without this watch. If you have a cell phone or a computer in your house. Or even a car with onstar or an SOS function.

[@MrKingArthurhk]

@@PreparedAirman Off grid, leave the tracking behind.

[@dakota5532]

@@PreparedAirman Correct me if I'm wrong, but if you are nowhere near your phone, this is only a GPS receiver, which doesn't communicate back to Big Brother.

[@Mybigfatpreparedlife]

Why green flashlight vs red on the tactix?

[@PreparedAirman]

Reliasticly It was probably a marketing decision for Garmin. Both colors work at preserving night vision fairly well.

[@Cotton603]

how did you take those first person videos? go pro? what kind

[@PreparedAirman]

It was a mix of videos using a Galaxy S10+ and a Galaxy S22 ultra. I very rarely use a go pro.

[@thewoodstrider]

Absolutely awesome video !!! Actually i don’t have any Garmin but I’m wondering buying one , but recently they released the new Tactix 7 Amoled , in your military opinion which one is better ? The Tactix 7 pro or the new amoled ? Cheers from Japan !

[@a.g.1039]

Someone knows the name of that watch face?

[@PreparedAirman]

"Digital for tactix D v2 beta"

[@a.g.1039]

@@PreparedAirman thank you

[@PracticalTacticalSheepDog]

Is it worth $1000+......No

[@dakota5532]

Does it charge itself from completely dead with solar? Does it receive GPS no matter if the grid is down or not? Is it untraceable? I'm not saying these are all true, but I'm hoping they are because I'm looking to buy one of these. These 3 things alone would make it worth $1,000

[@mahbuddykeith1124]

@@dakota5532No, maybe (it’s off of satellite), that one is toggleable.

[@tomwebb10]

⁠@@dakota5532it won’t charge itself. Just slow the use down. As long as you got GPS you’re good. Not sure what you mean by intractable but it does have a kill switch where you press 2 buttons and it will factory reset. It also has a stealth mode and turns off all communications like GPS etc

[@BB-xb3mz]

This watch is more expensive that the other models because you are paying a license to a 3rd party company "Applied Ballistics". How do you do a video explaining why this watch cost so much and not mention the real reason. Were you afraid of being de-monetized for talking about the ballistic calculator?

[@thesecretjuice]

What is that watch face that you are using?

[@PreparedAirman]

Digital for tactix d v2

[@alancochrane9633]

Enjoyed the video tks - Is that watch face still available to download for the Tactix7 Pro Ballistics model ? And is it on the Garmin downloadable app ? Tks

[@PreparedAirman]

Yes, it's in the Garmin IQ app, and it's still available.

[@Blaserkid1]

This man definetly has ADHD. No wonder he's in the military. He's perfect.

[@darkdiver]

what's the name of the watch face?

[@PreparedAirman]

Digital for tactix D v2

[@ronychako2410]

It worth not such extravagant filthy price!

[@werefed8613]

They always come down in price

[@mubarakalshamari864]

What is the name of your face watch?

[@TheScientistMakesArt]

What do you think about Software Version 13.22 - Backlight Bug? Your backlight always turn on when viewing maps, starting a new GPS activity, etc.. No way to turn backlight completely off.

[@johnniewalker3134]

same. I was thinking about this watch but i heard there are some "issues" that make the watch a bug to use. All of this can be fixed by Garmin with a update yet i do NOT know why they havent done it yet.

[@gonietubenyc5741]

AIR NATIONAL GUARD ?

[@PreparedAirman]

Active duty

[@Seeker_of_sense]

That map is so slow. Considering this costs over 1000 bucks, one might expect better.

[@PreparedAirman]

Considering it is 8x smaller then a cellphone and global maps work off grid without a cell network I would say the speed is acceptable.

[@jhoonyk]

Didn’t speak about any of it’s good features. You just like the design of it… I thought you would show us how you used it in the military. Just buy a casio for 100€

[@PreparedAirman]

This is not a tutorial video. I'm not going to show you how to use it. This is real world use video on proformence and durability.

[@kevinkang9353]

Could you share that watch face? thanks😄

[@PreparedAirman]

"Digital for Tactix D v2 beta"

[@tjwisdom2613]

so you paid 1600 dollars for a watch that has ballistic technology and you didnt review that part so im assuming you dont even use that function.

[@PreparedAirman]

I didn't have time to go into it. If I had the video, it would have been 30 minutes long.. You know what they say about assuming right? It makes and ass out of you. I have used it mainly 6.5cm, .308, 556 and a couple othes, works well. 300m to 1000m. Also, you can pair it to a rangefinder and a Kestrel to get real time info fed to the watch. I may do a video on it in the future but I'm not really motivated to do so.

[@arg9919]

Does by chance the GPS work without your phone? Can I use a grid?

[@PreparedAirman]

Yes your phone isn't nessesary at all. GPS, maps altitude, barometer, elevation, heart rate and alot more features function stand alone even with out service or a cell phone. As long as you have a reasonably clear view of the sky they will all function.

[@5000mrnomercy]

Sorry man. "Normal Dude" and "in the military". Give yourself more credit and thank you for your service.

[@NAW32Nicoisme]

that huge

[@vukojunior]

Did you say DO DO

[@anthonydelacruz5777]

Can you send satellite messages?

[@PreparedAirman]

Not stand alone, but you can pair it to your Inreach if you have one.

[@VidmaGG]

looks too big, serious, like a plate on your wrist man :D

[@PreparedAirman]

It's 50mm. I also have small wrists.

[@VidmaGG]

@@PreparedAirman it's all good mate, just saying :) few years ago l was still rocking Fenix 2 my man :D yor watch looks sturdy, well made, but little to big for my taste :) greetings from Lithuania!

[@joelzuniga2597]

Is not worth it

[@סוזן-נ9ד]

Thanks for the video. Is it possible to charge the watch with an external solar panel? If so, do you have one and which one. Greetings from Germany

[@G.W-01]

My first vehicle cost 450 bucks, I'm not spending a 1k on a watch.

[@jhrc1624]

Your vehicle does not have titanium, it does not have a ballistic calculator, it does not recharge with the sun, it does not have the precision of GPS in mountains, a thousand etc.….

[@CitiusVanen]

Sounds like you haven’t bought anything over $450 then. Maybe a house I guess

[@7324edwin]

😂

[@bigmaxcc]

You cheapskate 😂

[@justsomeamerican2301]

Keep coping

[@Ronco160]

Id probably spend $450 max. but I have a Apple Watch so maybe don’t listen to me lol