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Any recommendations on a good quality analog watch under $100 that can sustain Fire/EMS working conditions?

My G-Shock DW5600 is starting to show it's age after 8 years of use. The display keeps fading in and out and I was advised it may be a loose contact or something. Either way, after that much time and even having to replace the outer skin of the watch after a hard fall, that's a pretty good run.

 

Id say buy another G-shock

 

I had a G-shock last about two years as a police officer until it finally broke in a fight. I bought another G-shock that I still have today. But if you're looking for quality analog then I'd look at the Seiko automatic divers. Specifically the 007. It's a little higher than $100 but it's the best bang for the buck, IMO.

 

I owned a gshok that i purchased before Iraq, broke a band, got a new one, and it still works. 5 years ago my brother gave me a new one, and I still wear it every day.

 

I agree a G-SHOCK is the ultimate "beater" watch. They just keep working. I only suggested the automatic Seiko because it sounded like he wanted something different. I have a Seiko SKX173 that's a brother to the 007 and I love it. I've been wearing it pretty regularly for about 6 years now. I'll post up a picture tomorrow with better lighting.

 

but not one tacoma in that picture tho

 

For under$100 you're not going to find anything better than a g-shock for your needs. I'm pretty hard on watches and my g-shock is the only thing that's made it.

 

I am going to have some hd plus add a leaf dakars for sale very soon with energy bushings. They only have 1000 or so miles on them so are basically new. Price will be $500. I also purchased the extra anti squeak pads for the add a leaf. These are great spring but wont work for me anymore and I'm not about to cut news springs and void the warranty so someone is going to get a good deal.

 

You going to deavers? Also, I remembered the last time we were at flagpole, you said your ray 10s fake beadlock ring "leaked" around the bolts. I just saw earlier that people are using polymer bolts in their place. Did know if you were aware of that

 

Yup just ordered deavers from headstrong. I honestly dont clean my ray 10s very often anymore so it doesn't bother me. As long as they hold air I'm good

Freaking deavers are expensive I hope they are worth it. I got stage three. I been farting around with my rear suspension too long. I hope this is the last thing I do for awhile.

 

My buddy has their sua, its awesome. Hes got dual bypasses and hydro bumps. That rear is bitching

 

I've had good luck with Armitron watches.

 

I met AK (the owner) at Chaos Fab in Winchester a couple of weeks ago. Really nice guy, and he took the time to give me a tour of the shop. They do all kinds of custom fab, so if Mobtown isn't interested, give him a jingle. https://chaosfabshop.com/

 

DMZ makes a bolt in bed cage for Tacomas. It's not listed on their website, so you have to call them. @Coot83 is running it. It has risers that weld to the frame and then you drill holes in the bed and it bolts to the risers.

 

Yeah check full droop and then maybe stack washers #randyfab style or get those lines in.

 

Yep G Shock solar or the seiko recommendation i have A few and both are quality. And i beat the fuck out of my watches.

 

I'm not sure I can run it with all of the extra in my engine bay

 

Forgot to post a picture of my Seiko.




Yes the "no lifeguard" sign is hanging in my office cube.

 

Sounds like you need a Tundra upgrade bro lol!