I have aways compared the Timex Ironman watches to Casio G-Shock offerings. Recently, though, those few impressions have really become more evident to me.
I have enforced a 2-watch rule for quite some time, in that I can only own two watches at any given time: A "real watch" and a beater. Right now, I am infringing that rule, as I have three watches in my stable. This is the experience I have with models from both brands:
Casio: DW-5600, DW-9000, 2 x PAG-40, PAW-500.
Timex Ironman: T5K520, T5K418, T5K202.
My general impressions can be summed up in two:
1. Casio has the better quality. Compared to Casio´s offerings, the Timexes do feel plasticky. The buttons in the Timex watches are also a
little stiff, and it takes some time for them to "break in". There is also a significant difference in design. Casio´s watches and straps are noticeably more confortable, and they seem more durable than any Timex Ironmen I have used.
2. The Timex modules are immeasurably superior. The display is used much more efficiently in the Timexes. Compared to the Ironmen, Casio´s models may look like huge rubber accessories that also tell time. The Ironmen also provide easier ways to access the offered functions. The functions themselves are also simpler, more useful, and plain more intelligent than Casio´s.
I have settled with an Ironman.
I would be very interested to hear impressions from fellow users. Thanks for listening.
I have enforced a 2-watch rule for quite some time, in that I can only own two watches at any given time: A "real watch" and a beater. Right now, I am infringing that rule, as I have three watches in my stable. This is the experience I have with models from both brands:
Casio: DW-5600, DW-9000, 2 x PAG-40, PAW-500.
Timex Ironman: T5K520, T5K418, T5K202.
My general impressions can be summed up in two:
1. Casio has the better quality. Compared to Casio´s offerings, the Timexes do feel plasticky. The buttons in the Timex watches are also a
little stiff, and it takes some time for them to "break in". There is also a significant difference in design. Casio´s watches and straps are noticeably more confortable, and they seem more durable than any Timex Ironmen I have used.
2. The Timex modules are immeasurably superior. The display is used much more efficiently in the Timexes. Compared to the Ironmen, Casio´s models may look like huge rubber accessories that also tell time. The Ironmen also provide easier ways to access the offered functions. The functions themselves are also simpler, more useful, and plain more intelligent than Casio´s.
I have settled with an Ironman.
I would be very interested to hear impressions from fellow users. Thanks for listening.
