Suunto Core All Black ABC Watch - Honest Review and Setup Tips

[@YeetCheif]

I used to carry one of these during my deployments during my last deployment, I was involved in a explosion, lost my watch along with my leg and my left shoulder and it wasn’t until I saw the movie equalizer that it started to jog my memory then I saw this extra extraordinary set up video for one of the worlds most reliable durable versatile watches created, and God bless your heart. It took me nine years to find it and this was like riding a bicycle once you started going in to the functions I was reliving our briefing on it from our superiors all over again thank you so much SIR IT made me a subscriber

[@EVERYTHINGcpo]

@@YeetCheif thank you for your service and sacrifice!

[@YeetCheif]

@@EVERYTHINGcpo thank you brother and thank you for your service

[@pspinks4142]

Thank you sir for your service.

[@wehrmeister]

Dumbfounded at how so many people could dislike this. Just got my Core in from Amazon, and love it already. I can't see how you could "barney" this down any further for the 88 people who disliked this. Well done, so easy to follow your instructions. Thanks much!

[@YeetCheif]

Haven’t you noticed this is the age of the Obama creation they hate everything to do with truthful in-depth descriptions on anything

[@grarmy11]

The best 'how to set up a Suunto Core'. Highly informative, clear and accurate review. Saved me hours going through the manual. More helpful than the official Suunto videos! Genuinely appreciate the effort.

[@EVERYTHINGcpo]

Thanks!

[@AusMiner]

Have to agree. Have had my watch for a couple of years now, but have never been able to set it up exactly as I wanted to until watching this review.

[@1Dub79]

Grahame Cox Agreed! I got a Suunto Core in used/new condition on Ebay a few weeks, ago for $119. I LOVE it. I've been wanting one, since I saw Denzel Washington wearing it on the movie The Equalizer. I learned how to do most of the features on my on. I didn't know how to put it on sleep mode or how to set up the compass. Still, it's a great review for owners that aren't tech savvy.

[@grarmy11]

Bless you. Without raining on your parade, I have been less than 100% happy with the Suunto Core. The temp function has never been accurate (this morning it said 29c, which is hot but I had to wear a cardigan!); the bezel scratches kinda easy, and the time runs a little fast. That said, it is rugged - I wear it around the farm most days and it gets a working man's treatment fixing farm stuff. A battery replacement proved a cinch when it died on me in central Cambodia. It functions well in swimming pools and the ocean. It looks cool when you wear it with a shirt and tie, or drinking beers in a bar. If this watch could talk, it would have much to say. My Casio Pathfinder, to be honest, is a better instrument, but the Suunto is light on the wrist, and faithful. Enjoy.

[@jamieevans1999]

Grahame Cox i

[@77quagmire]

just got a suunto core in 2022 and this was super helpful! thanks for going so deep. providing those refrences for set up helped a lot. You sir, are a gentleman and a scholar.

[@UrbanTacticalSurvival]

This is a tactical watch which is designed so that your enemy can’t see you using it , the back light is designed so that only you will be able to see the face , and the sound of the alarm only you can hear it , it is the best watch for tactical in the field use.

[@dragonfirefunctionalfitnes7925]

Exactly. Well said. Thank you. 🎯

[@dwtlax]

Dude.. Just Dude.. In 35 minute, you unconfused what the user manual and Suunto videos confused up.. Double dude, thank you.

[@eigrp]

Still one of the best getting-started videos for the Core, all these years later.

[@EVERYTHINGcpo]

Thank you!

[@doubleaces1776]

This is one of the best explanations of the Suunto Core watch I have seen yet. Follow his directions and your watch will be set as accurate as it can be with the info. The websites he provides in the video are all accurate and reliable for the setup of your watch. If you want your core watch to give accurate information this is a must watch video.

[@jimmyretotar2277]

C Miller

[@dpw1989]

Good review. I have this watch and it's spot on. Pluses: *super comfy band and form fitting *compass feature for a back up (good for sea kayaking) *light weight but durable. Minuses: *dark numbers... so dark tough to see in certain lighting *shorter battery life... just over a year. *hard to see seconds displays. Great running, camping, boating watch. I wish Suunto would make the numbers a little lighter and somehow extend battery life.

[@Superjeanmarc]

Agreed. It’s ironic that with such a dim screen, almost impossible to read, the battery doesn’t last forever…

[@kma86]

I received the watch two days ago and I am in the honeymoon phase with it. One thing to note to any potential owners/buyers or maybe existing ones, you do need to set the time again after the watch has been into sleep mode. I've tried the sleep mode twice for the past two days (1) to adjust the display contrast and (2) to check what other options were there available when you immediately push the top left button after you turned it on (this is done right after you see the Suunto name appear on screen). After doing those things, the time was far out and I had to reset the time again. Just something for people to know about, as it would be a huge problem if you don't have another reference for the current time if your Suunto Core has gone into sleep mode.

[@russellthrower4407]

I wish I saw this 4 tutorials ago. Thank you for showing us how to set the damn settings on this guy. I had issues with my Pathfinder a few years back. I would recommend watching this to understand the watch.

[@ControlledPairsGaming]

Great tutorial. Just replaced my X-lander with this watch. Love it so far. Thanks for taking the time to do this.

[@AdamBoettiger]

This is the best and most thorough tutorial I've seen on this watch. I'm debating on whether to return it or not due to the low visibility. This helped tremendously. Thank you. I went through the setup steps and under Compass it keeps displaying "hold level", though. I feel like if I watch a few more of your videos I may be able to get it to give a reading. Again, thank you for your time investment.

[@epb0311]

I want to say thank you, I am in Michigan my brother is part of MARSOC and he send me his watch today 01/26/2016. You Sir help me thru the whole set up, Thank you so much great instructor!

[@echochambers8418]

I Ordered My Watch last Sunday and just got it Today.I must have watched this Video 10+ times.You did an Awesome Job,TY.I bought the Watch on Amazon for 85.00.It said”Like New,Damaged Box”.It was listed around 135.00.It came in a Bag with No Instructions.And No marks on the Watch.But,TY Again,You Made setting everything up a Breeze!!!!!!

[@terrycoburn125]

Just changed the battery in mine and was dreading going through the user manual then saw this, lots of time saved and very easily explained, excellent video, oh and a top watch it is also!

[@bandofbrothers1964]

Thank you for taking your time to explain to us everything about this watch. I want this watch for a long time and I purchased this Black Friday. Love it after watching your video and all the setting. Thanks again !

[@superso]

best description by far - i was really off this watch until I saw this. Now it makes sense.

[@David_Creyke]

I wear this more than any other watch I own, it looks good with everything and the strap combined with the light weight it’s super comfortable.

[@InigooMontoya]

I've had this watch for a few years and I learned a few things watching your video. Thanks!

[@chrisnzella]

"Inches of Mercury" in the Bar mode. Cool watch and easy to set using this video. Thanks for sharing.

[@alansanders194]

Outstanding! I was going to return the watch prior to seeing this. Now I m definitely keeping it. Thank you for spending the time to make this video!

[@MrGunter11]

An Excellent tutorial on how to use/set up the Suunto Core...Saved me so much time in setting up my Suunto.I also agree with you as I'm in my 50s,wish I was back in my 40s ☺, that it is difficult to read time/date etc...at times,but it's still a Beautiful watch.Thanks Again.

[@wescooper3973]

The declination setting was really helpful, all the other settings were easy to deal with.

[@jasonev2011]

Just received my Suunto Core today and your video really helped out! Thank you for going in depth and saving me a bunch of time!

[@mbarnhill86]

By far the best detail video on the suunto core. Great job!!! I just got mine in and your video has helped me greatly. Thank you

[@CitizenSantiago]

never mind, i just had to wait a little. this review is phenomenal. thank you for your time.

[@RandallsAdventureESEE]

Great content here....just had a buddy give me a Core and no manual....I've watched a few other videos and this one was much more helpful and in-depth...

[@Richhays]

Thank you! I can know use my weather trend, my heading lock and i can now see the information better because of the contrast setting. All stuff I didn't learn in the manual. Very informative.

[@BenSuurallik]

This video was extremely helpful in helping me to set up my core ultimate black. Thank you so much for taking the time to create this, I really appreciate it!

[@tapufool]

Awesome video. I just bought it and I was alittle scared as I am not a tech smart person by any means. You video was very easy to follow and a great help!!! Keep up the great work!

[@AlpineTrails]

great review and tutorial. I've recently swapped my Vector for a Core and this was very useful. The most used is my Observer because of the smaller size, but I find the Core to be much lighter and comfortable despite the bulkier design. You are right about the time button. I don't know why they removed it. My older Suuntos have that dedicated time button

[@texvet6131]

great video's, my favorite watch, I love it, as far as the display, I've never had an issues seeing the numbers and I'm 57... it really lights up under night vision, I've had this watch since my military days and 5 batteries later its still kicking, still water proof and I trust this watches compass just as much as I trust my Rothco 416 compass, I don't always hear the alarm when I'm sleeping but God does my wife...but then I have hearing damage from service so I'm guessing the Alarm blends in with constant squealing I hear LOL

[@juancortez4726]

I was pretty frustrated with the counter intuitive "logic" and overly simplistic nonsensical manuals it came with, that frankly made no sense to me (the chinese started making a little sense)... I thank you for your thorough step by step tutorial (better than any manual I could've asked for) ... and Suunto thanks you because I didn't return this sooo cool watch that had me climbing walls... I will continue to use your video(s) as a reference in the future! You're detailed explanation and calming tone of voice made the entire difference brother! Thank you!

[@EVERYTHINGcpo]

Thank you for the feedback! Glad it was helpful!

[@jamessalouros5393]

How do you clear your logbook I don’t want nothing in there thank you for all the great videos you’ve had over the years

[@bobdeneb816]

What an informative video. I was ready to send the watch back till I saw your video. Great job!!!

[@malinamooz6095]

One of the most useful guide video on KZbin... 👍👍👍

[@kalikianokalei8847]

Excellent assist for the technologically challenged (moi). I completely agree with the opinion that for older people this 'negative readout' display format may be slightly challenging. It would be far better were the display considerably more pronounced (brighter). However, that is a limitation one accepts and learns to live with (or one gets the 'positive readout' display version). Having used the 'Highgear Summit' multifunction wrist computer for several years, I find that the Suunto counterpart is quite different and takes a bit if getting used to. That said, both watches have their positive & negative aspects (the Highgear Summit has recently been discontinued, by the way, leaving Suunto almost alone in the game). Thanks again for an excellent introduction to this and the CORE series watches. I would disgree slightly in that the Suunto is not as intuitively set-up as you feel it is. A good 'how-to' instruction such as you have provided is really essential, so your instructive video is appreciated!

[@johannmichaelmaloto9452]

I have this watch for around 2yrs then I see this😭 More usefull than the Suunto Manual... Cheers Mate👍

[@Marty48034]

Great, detailed info. Thank you. I especially appreciate the tips late in the video to find where the set-up info is on the web. Thanks!

[@groblje1]

This is the best explanations of the Suunto Core. Thank you

[@adamg8365]

Thanks for the great step by step review and setup. Been looking at this watch for a while now trying to decide of this will work. After watching your video I know.

[@chicagomike6666]

Best Sunnto review on youtube...very helpful!

[@DvlFIG]

This video is EXACTLY what I wanted to see. Thank you!

[@caseytavares954]

I’ve had this watch for two and a half years and have put it through hell as I climb trees for a living. Amazing watch. I need to find another one.

[@rafaelcontreras2767]

Champion instructions. The definitive instructions for sure.# 1 clear, Concise.Excellent !

[@lorddalamer]

Best Review Online!!!!!! Hands Down. Thanks for the in depth and detailed review.

[@franklinrobert8247]

Gostaria de saber se eu consigo desligar o alarme de algum sensor nao sei qual ,mas volta e meia ele fica acionando algo. Parabens pelas explicaçoes no canal

[@snowboarddan5899]

Just bought mine on Amazon for 120.00 can't wait. Love the big face military style look. Have the Samsung gear now and hate that I have to keep charging.

[@johnnyramirez9082]

Great content and video thank you just set up my watch today with this video

[@minniusmannius9165]

Got the core not the blackfor cheap today. Thanks for the video. Great information and reference .👍🍻

[@tsten71]

best info video i have ever watched for any product i have ever looked for. thank you very much for this!

[@azuredefiantx]

Just got mine today. Thank you for this awesome video. Best review and tutorial video on the internet!!

[@KiloLima39]

Great stuff, even 9 years later. My only issue is that the sunrise/sunset times for me are wrong.

[@RIFLES-RECCEPLTSTRAN]

Excellent Review Sir,, I,am British Army, Infantry Rifles- Reconnaissance plt (RECCE) 12 years, as a military watch it is easy 8 out of ten 10, the light on the face not being very bright, is good as a Solider in the field NOT giving your place when Cam'ed Up and the Alt is good for calling I com's and using the compass as a Quick bug-out or march reference ,until you get your Main compass on the go to get an Real main Bearing and or Grid Reference,, to get to your R.V , etc,,the watch holds up to Military field use very good in real life and is a good price ,but I would personally recommend a screen protector if your using on the Hills , But Once again BUY FAR the best Review I've seen , especially for Civie's ,,, Great Video 👍 ,, look forward to more , all the best SCOUSE OUT

[@kynkay3103]

Thanks for the AWSOME video !!! You did an excellent job going over the features/setup.

[@Mrdibzahab]

Is there a more convenient way to set your current altitude (e.g. as shown on a road sign), without going into that clumsy menu? On my old Suunto Vector, that task is much easier, which much less button presses. When hiking in the Alps, I set my reference altitude 10 times a day sometimes...

[@mrNcredible9698]

Thank you for doing this video. I know I'm late but I learned more from this video then any of the others. Much appreciated

[@williamparker2922]

Most informative Suunto Core video... Ever.

[@GlennShaffstall]

Great review. Helped a lot as reading the instructions is the last thing I do...lol. Interestingly with your elevation and general location you must be local to me. Thanks again.

[@sgtg4600]

Great, easy to follow video. Made setting up my Suunto a doddle. Cheers man.......

[@JesseVanderhoff]

Super helpful video. Thank you for all the tips and small pointers on the watch.

[@imaslowlerner]

I've been interested in that watch since Denzel Washington wore it in the Equalizer. Amazon has it for $199. Might order it after watching this video.

[@alfa803]

Welcome. My question is, what do you mean by "Warning, this deletes the logs" What are logs, what exactly do you delete?

[@aaronm.706]

I keep attempting to calibrate my compass by facing north and rotating slowly while keeping it level but it keeps going back to the same screen telling me to keep level and rotate.

[@andyandycapt7947]

Great vid.thanks for your time.i had mine goingwhich I essentially wanted for baro. Readings. I have terrible arthritis R/A and O/A. But I thought I had it all functioning until your vid. Is the declination really nessasary for the compass? I s t mine up with just the calibration turning around flat and I didn’t know it would lock course. Well happy Easter if it’s your thing. It is mine so I gotta go. Will watch a couple more times.

[@FireTac2]

Most helpful tutorial on this watch ever

[@Gilacqua]

Grandissima recensione! Complimenti! Per la prima volta riesco a capire e settore le varie funzioni del mio orologio :)

[@alexcarmona700]

Great video. Thanks for taking the time to do it. It really helpled alot. Best Suunto Core video out there.

[@checkbox1234]

Thank you for taking the time out to put this out there very well done .

[@pssita]

I don't know if you mentioned this yet.. I'm only at 1:52 right now.. but I keep hearing people say that this watch is too dim... The problem is... this watch is meant to be worn by people who spend a lot of time outdoors.. (military type). When you are outside with this watch it shows up just fine... If you are indoors (with not the best lighting) it does look kind of dim....

[@Narsmoke]

Great video! Thank you for the information, certainly beats watching 10 different videos to gain information. Bravo

[@rostamr4096]

That was the best video on how to set up my watch. Thanks

[@varanid9]

I'm 57, wear glasses, and I have no problem viewing the time. It IS harder to see than with "normal" watches, but the whole point is to angle it. The display is the way it is for stealth purposes for the military and the light feature is very dim because, in absolute darkness, even dim light can be seen quite a distance, and through night vision scopes, it becomes a glaring beacon. It also extends battery life, though they really need to work on that.

[@2000ViperGTSsubscribe]

"The display is the way it is for stealth purposes" You are kidding me here with this comment. I'm a vet, and I am guessing you never served in SPECOPS or the like-everyone wears Ironmans and such and even all 11B's and such use displays you can see.

[@terrencegibbons3351]

Great watch. I’ve had one for 8 years

[@michaellatulippe2163]

This How to is super informative (concur with Grahame Cox) love the functionality of this watch!!

[@MrMiket58]

just got this watch watched your vid about 8 times to set all the watch.

[@drcsep]

Outstanding review. I received mine yesterday. Do you still have it? Any updates

[@matteochiesabass]

One of the best Review and Information Video I've ever seen! Really great job, mate!

[@cmoore9017]

Very good, and informative tutorial.

[@RodrigoOliveira-gx8fp]

Nice and very easy to understand video! Thank you very mucho for it! Really great!

[@keithsamuel6931]

Just had this watch arrive in United Kingdom and can't get compass to work, Keeps saying to keep level and rotate which I've done 8 times nothing happens. Any advice would be appreciated

[@MarkSonderCSEP]

Dude, you're a f**kin' genius! Thank you!!

[@basilbcf]

Suunto should pay you for this! Excellent tutorial. Thank you thank you thank you!

[@mandelagindo]

Thank you! Really helped me set up my watch!

[@meseahunt]

just ordered one, thanks for the video 🤠

[@ThatRandomAstronaut]

Thank you very much for this Video. Still relevant and extremely helpful!!!!

[@emraharas]

Thank you so much! This is what I was looking for.

[@anicetopontillas8121]

Would be nice if you can change to color of fonts/numbers of the watch. I have neon green on my smart phone for the clock for easy reading.

[@TravelsChases]

Is there a way to manually set a known altitude? For instance , I know that I happen to be at 68 feet above sea level now but my watch shows that I am at -148 ' . How do I fix this ?

[@Primetime_dads]

I heard the strap breaks a lot, if it does do they replace it, or can we contact them to buy another one

[@frederiktatum9918]

I saw that on such a watch you can change the color of the display from black to gray, does not know if it can be done on this model?

[@udornyc]

I used to have the Suunto Vector many, many years ago... now I needed to get a new mountaineering watch. I had recently purchased a different brand, with the face black as well... It was way too hard to see. I am also not a soldier in need for a tactical watch... I need one that I can read (I am 50 now and need reading glasses) easily, when backpacking in the mountains, in winter... GearLab had an excellent review of the Suunto Core... but it seems all reviews focus on the (tactical), military style watch, as if this watch is used by the army and not mountain climbers... Anyway... I ordered the "Ultimate Black", which is similar to the tested one, but has a white (grey) face, more traditional, easier to read and the only difference that appears to me is that the two fluorescent markers on the bezel do not exist, which would be practical... but, anyway... I am getting the new watch in a few hours and this video review is really helpful! Thanks!

[@drewo194]

Great video! explained everything very thoroughly and accurately! Very helpful!

[@Wahian1]

I've found the barometer to be extremely accurate; to the exact millimetre of weather stations in my region. The storm alarm works well with the pressure dropping rate triggering it. About a week after replacing the strap, one of the screws fell out of the strap bar, so when the replacement bar arrives, I'll be giving the tiny screws a touch of Loctite to hopefully, stop them unscrewing themselves again. The lug screws next to the watch never undone have been fine. Sept 2023 update-watch is still operating as when new. The leather strap fitted has been fine as also the lug screws. Important to keep the sensor holes clear in the U moulding underside. The Storm Warning has never let me down for significantly worsening weather.

[@TedMotcheckIII]

Ive had my core for about 5 yrs now and the bands wear out quick! Im on my 2nd band. The pins fell out twice on me. I have since replaced the pin with a paperclip lol. As soon as i get another pin im goin to loctite it as well

[@Beastro777]

great review. I like my suunto core better than garmin and others because of its reliability and longer battery life than the smart watches.

[@MrKeys57]

Is this the version with the Dot-Matrix display? if not, is that display more readable? thanks. Levi from Finland

[@BobSmith-gj4bo]

Excellent tutorial. Thanks so much for posting.

[@dacsyt1083]

How to set hourly time signal i don’t know how? thanks

[@billcoverdronelab]

Good video, but at first did not work for me. Had to look up what is called "declination." This allowed me to set it correctly.