TimexMen's Expedition Gallatin 45mm Watch

Admittedly, I'm a watch snob. My daily driver is a Tag Heuer Aquaracer. This Timex was a purchase while my regular watch is in the shop. I'm impressed re: size and value. Obviously, it's much, much lighter than my all-metal Tag. Fresh out of the box and traveling with this Timex over the next week. So far, it fits the bill just right! Solar is awesome... no winding!

It’s not the flashiest working man’s watch, but it’s a solid choice. It’s comfortable, tells time accurately, takes abuse and still works and looks good, and the solar-powered feature is kinda cool.The case is a composite material and resists damage to both the finish and crystal. To add, the crystal is inset enough into the bezel that edge chipping and scratches aren’t much of a concern. It’s a tad thick overall, but that doesn’t bother me. It can catch on stuff when reaching into tight spaces. Once in a while the crown will kick out stopping timekeeping, but that is rare.The OEM single piece strap isn’t the greatest but it’s sturdy and comfortable, though the metal loops and buckle will get paint dings exposing the metal underneath. More importantly, it cleans up and dries quickly. I get messy throughout the day, so that is a plus.It’s very lightweight, which for me took some getting used to, but I have no serious complaints.If you need a rugged watch, check this one out. I hope it lasts for years.

I like this watch more than I thought I would. I initially bought it to be a work beater, but decided that it would be best suited as a practical, all-purpose weekender. A go-to watch for errands and outdoor activities without flash or pretense.Yes, it's plastic, but it's not plasticky. It's easy to read without being loud. Being solar powered makes it practical from a maintenance perspective. The only downside there is that apparently solar power and the Indiglo backlight are mutually exclusive, and the lume is sparse and ineffective , as other reviewers have mentioned.This watch is available with several strap options, mine being the black corduroy type NATO strap. While comfortable enough, the buckle holes started to deform quickly, which doesn't bode well for it's longevity. This watch deserves a better strap anyway, and should look good with any number of sport style straps available online.

Timex, as Usual, as Always, an Excellent Product! Simply an excellent product!

product description says 2 month power reserve. after full charge. i left this watch in direct sunlight on a table outside in full sun for well over 14 hours a day and a half later wearing it in the sun it stopped keeping time more than once and needed a recharge. item is either known defective and is lying and sold anyways or they know it doesn't hold a charge that long from factory or is a knockoff. do not buy.

I’m satisfied with the Timex Expedition Gallatin. The design is attractive, the watch feels durable, and it performs well—especially for its price. It’s a solid choice for those looking for a casual or outdoor style without spending too much. However, the downside was the packaging: the box arrived heavily damaged and with little to no protection. While the watch itself wasn’t harmed, this took away from the overall unboxing experience. Still, I would recommend the watch, hoping future shipments are handled with more care.

Bought this as a cheap work watch, but I guess all the budget went into the solar technology.No date adjust feature, gotta crank the crown over and over to adjust the date. (Also no screw-down crown, but that's expected at this price)Fake diver bezel. Lol why? Cringe as heck. Should of just put a compass bezel on there instead tbh.Cheap plastic crystal, scratches and mars just by looking at it.Okay NATO strap. Falls apart quickly, but it's easily replaceable with a better quality one.Decent lume on the hands, but none on the hour markers even though it looks like there is.Looks cool.

Initial impressions: This is a great watch at a very reasonable price point. I believe I paid $40. Watch is extremely lightweight however seems durable. Easy to set the date/time. Comfortable to wear, I don’t even notice I’m wearing a watch most the time.Will update at a later point once I have more time with it.