My dad got blown up wearing a G shock and it still works, so around here we swear by them. Interestingly he still has the G Shock but not the arm he was wearing it on! Lol

@lancefisher8358

3 жыл бұрын

Damn that's hard core

@raksh9

3 жыл бұрын

Uhhhh ha ha?

@kalashx2113

3 жыл бұрын

LMAO

@clemcadidlehopper9161

3 жыл бұрын

Jacob Smith may be the best endorsement ever. They should pay him for this.

@handsomesquidward5160

3 жыл бұрын

Do you know what the model is?

"and it also cost me nothing" guy who spent 20,000 to buy a rolex: *sweats nervously*

@KESTRAL23

3 жыл бұрын

10 casio watch

@zfouleur2904

2 жыл бұрын

Submariners aren't 20 grand. I bought one for 8.

@jakethesnake2024

2 жыл бұрын

@@zfouleur2904 a stainless steel sure, but a gold one will be around 20k

@am4793

Жыл бұрын

His uncle was super proud. As an uncle of several boys and girls, I reward them when they do their best. The eldest is graduating very soon and I will be helping her with a very important purchase.

@ianlavoie8509

3 ай бұрын

This exact models is a bluesy on second market it will be 20k to 25k

I've had the same G shock for almost 20 years. Tough, solar, atomic time keeping. It survived a decade of airborne infantry HARD use, including 2 tours in Iraq, IED blasts, 5 years in Alaska, and it's still going.

@keyosh1152

2 жыл бұрын

What watch is it?

@trashpanda314

2 жыл бұрын

@@keyosh1152 GWM500A-1

@user-lk1cv8rg9g

2 жыл бұрын

اين خدمت في العراق

@user-lk1cv8rg9g

2 жыл бұрын

In which region of Iraq did you serve ?

@trashpanda314

2 жыл бұрын

@@user-lk1cv8rg9g Babil and Anbar.

I got a G-Shock when I first enlisted, I've had the same G-Shock for over 5 years now. Never needed to change the battery

@Draghostvision

3 жыл бұрын

Had my G-Shock (same model shown at 3:53) for 12 out of the 13 and a half years I've been in. Been through hell and back, changed the battery 3 times and it is still ticking. I'm actually wearing it as I type this.

@entertainme7523

3 жыл бұрын

@@Draghostvision I'm trying to figure out what the 3 round parts above the time and date are used for

@charlestonhartley7806

3 жыл бұрын

@@entertainme7523 I think they count seconds and stuff

@carljhonson5020

3 жыл бұрын

Ive got g shok copy just 2.5 dollars And after 5 years its just working without battery change

@arinstark8267

3 жыл бұрын

@@Draghostvision what model g shock do you have?

His Uncle :"Wear it like you stole it" Plot Twist: He stole it.....

casual tab flex

@LifeisaSpecialOperation

3 жыл бұрын

Shameless I know. I haven't thrown on the uniform for a while now... I miss it.

@eddiecarrasco878

3 жыл бұрын

If I was SF, I'd flex it!

@esqu1re

3 жыл бұрын

Tabbed out!

@iwasnttheresidus1422

3 жыл бұрын

@@LifeisaSpecialOperation so , you did your quarantine at the " ederle" 😆

@richardhill7677

3 жыл бұрын

Life is a Special Operation How old are you and you’re ginger and you got a big chin we’re on to you

When I heard "I believe that competence is a thousand times more important than kit" I already knew this will be a good video.

Solar G Shock don’t look back, also I was a jeweler, make sure you replace the rubber o ring and apply some sealer to keep her water tight. Same non solar G shock about 6 years later, jumping, diving, running, shooting, ect no probs.

@guandasin3099

3 жыл бұрын

That's what I was wondering too, may not be a jeweler, but I've read and watched on battery replacement do's and dont's to prolong the longevity. Replaced my G-shock G9000 twice and Casio AE1000 once, tested them both on swimming and beaches, they're still a tough go and haven't experienced fogging so far. To your standpoint Sir from experience, any factors that could cause the fogging? Despite being careful in bettery replacement? And what do you mean by applying the sealer, is it the grease for the o-ring?

@Osiedlowy_Platacz

3 жыл бұрын

@@guandasin3099 he meant applying a little lube on the seal to keep it wet - it prevents it from breaking. Oxygen kills rubber slowly. It can be silicon oil for example. A watch gets foggy when it lost its waterproofness. It means, that water somehow gets inside and then vaporizes and stays on the crystal. It usually means faulty seal at the bottom.

@user-et8vm9cc3t

3 жыл бұрын

@SynthFrost Though the gasket doesn't seem particularly tough. I changed the battery of my G-7700 some time ago and swapped the battery easily, then used (a good helping of) silicon paste for the seal. Never tested it, but let's hope it works.

@bodie463

3 жыл бұрын

Best there is!!

@Mikey-ym6ok

3 жыл бұрын

Where are you supposed to get a new O ring? I’d love to know

That's submariner is at least €20k . That's one proud uncle

@1998gst4611

3 жыл бұрын

Bullshit who the hell would take a Rolex out on the field on spec ops for one thing the watch is too flashy silver in color i wouldn't get caught wearing something like that because the enemy could spot you a mile away.

@PACKERMAN2077

3 жыл бұрын

@@1998gst4611 that's good the enemy should see you coming it will strike fear into the heart, and from their Frozen stare the whites of their eyes prove a honorable Target. 🤣

@johanstevens5824

3 жыл бұрын

No they don’t, that’s an old model, usually go for around €8000 nowadays.

@imperius_lxxvii9999

3 жыл бұрын

@@johanstevens5824 he didnt get it recently.. back in the days.

@rjaustin4136

3 жыл бұрын

@@1998gst4611 If you saw his rank it would make more sense why he wore a Rolex. He’s a lieutenant colonel. Meaning he’s a boss and doesn’t get his hands dirty.

your price might be $0 for the Rolex, but when saying "you" to the audience it would be about $15k

@claudyfocan731

3 жыл бұрын

SynthFrost define cheap? A decent date-just still costs like €7500?

@bruno-vicious

3 жыл бұрын

You can get a good Seiko skx series watch that is VERY affordable, a diver watch, automatic, Seiko propriety lume (which is the best in the industry) and it's highly modifiable in the watch enthusiast community. It checks off all the boxes the Rolex attempts to do.

@AlaskanFrontier1

3 жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly

@OmegaF77

3 жыл бұрын

@Onion Head You've got to be one sad person to wear a watch for others' tastes.

@bruno-vicious

3 жыл бұрын

@Onion Head in 50 years nobody will give a shit about your Rolex. I fail to see your point.

My old man's got a CWC from Bosnia, still ticking and is a good build

@dodgydruid

3 жыл бұрын

I regret losing my CWC, was a tough little watch that could take some serious abuse :)

My G-shock, and as far as I know, the majority of G-shocks now come with a 10 year battery. I have worn it for over 7 years and have never had to change the battery.

@Myrslokstok

3 жыл бұрын

2021 and there is still not one that do all.

Im a watch guy and an enlisted Soldier, so I LOVED this video. I wear an analog automatic Seiko diver (not Rolex, don’t have a cool uncle) on a OD Green NATO strap. This is a good combination because bracelets = flex and some 1SG/commanders will say they are distracting from the uniform (in the conventional army), and the NATO strap retains your watch if a spring bar fails during training/operations. I’m a combat medic so the analog hands and rotating bezel help with heart rates and timing. Divers were the go to historically before the g shock and Timex Ironman watches. A bezel is also easier to operate than buttons when you lose the fine motor skills during high stress. I also use a Garmin watch strictly for workouts!

@JRTL20253

3 жыл бұрын

Hey you might want to check out the new seiko snj025, it's a ani/digi dive watch with solar power and 200m water resistance. It's pretty damn close to perfect for me.

@josephfelder33

3 жыл бұрын

I'm a watch guy too. I started off enlisted as a Medic as well. I broke ~3 of the PX Casios that were 15 dollars or so in my first few years of service. Got tired of destroying watches, so I got a G-Shock Aviator. That worked well, but I didn't like the plastic look. Once I crossed over into The Dark Side and commissioned I upgraded to a Citizen Eco-Drive Field Watch and wore that for a couple years, and that's what really got me into watches, and I went deep. Now, I have a Baltic Aquascaphe Skin Diver for any maritime operations, and a Vario WW1 Trench Watch for my daily/field wear, and the Vario Medic's Watch just for the heritage.

@BushCampingTools

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Especially what u say re the spring bars and not losing the watch.

@itsallrobbish

2 жыл бұрын

Great choice of a Seiko Diver, these, Citizen Eco Drive divers and H shocks are the way to go.

@Vunomic

2 жыл бұрын

I got something for fine Japanese timepieces. Gran Seiko has such a elegant and simplicity that's unrivaled in my eyes. G-Shocks are great field pieces. But Rolex has a special place that can make the difference between survival even in deep cover. When everything fails and you need a favor or money, your genuine Rolex can be traded for emergencies in your worst nightmare scenario. That's a powerful tool that can change your bleek situation to possible evacuation process when operations are... forced audible.

Former ranger here, i just wanna say that you can do a lot in your career in just a regular infantry unit. Sometimes Ranger/SF gets very hyped up and all both are is a better funded, faster supplied infantry platoon. Dont forget that. And a lot of missions will be in support of regular combat battalions/brigades. BUT ALWAYS shoot for the stars, so you land on the moon. And if anything, at least you make it into space. Some people will say, “dont be superman, or theyll always expect superman”.But be superman, be your best. Ranger is awesome, but it wont always be your permanent duty station if you do 20. And ive seen BCTs at say, 3ID, wih scout sections, sniper platoons, special missions platoons, and some pretty well trained, geared battalions(2nd bat 101st ABN another example). Medics are bad ass too, and so are forward observers. No broken dreams. Ive also seen a Forward Observer E4 become a O2 Apache pilot in his career. The army is an amazing place all over. Good luck and train hard. War doesnt care who or what you are in the end and we are all the same team.

I got myself a G-Shock with a pace counter, never had to worry about losing my pace during nav, and nailed my individual night nav test thanks to it

God knows where you’re getting your G-Shocks from, a battery in my first G-Shock has lasted 14 years! The watch is still prefect just could do with a new strap.

@ruse3436

3 жыл бұрын

Mine lasted 8 years

@jamessethmoore

3 жыл бұрын

He purchased a cheapy

@zerodark3505

2 жыл бұрын

Mines lasted at least 3 years so far

@gromenteal2133

2 жыл бұрын

Ikr,, Even some of the cheap ones say 10 years battery life.

Uncle SpecOps, will you get me a Rolex 🥺 😂

Interesting - I graduated the Special Forces Qualification Course in the summer of 1975. The first thing my Team Sergeant told me was I had to have within a year a Star Sapphire Ring and a Rolex. Fortunately, a TDY to Korea made acquisition of both affordable. I went on to spend 22-years in Special Forces and never once did I wear my Rolex into the field. In fact, I never saw a single Rolex on anyone's arm in the field. My first field watch was a simple mechanical, analog face watch that had the best luminous hands on a watch I'd ever seen. In the PX for less than $50 and it stayed with me through that career and my second. My 24-yr old daughter has it and enjoys occasionally wearing it to work. She enjoys saying it was a watch her Dad wore in the military. I did eventually move to a Casio G-Shock GW-6900-1. Lightweight, solar charged, simple yet efficient, no bluetooth, no music, alerts, texts, nothing. As for a compass, I wore, on my other arm, a nice wrist Silva compass. Trivia question - what was the first Hybrid watch and who made it famous?

@Marzimus

2 жыл бұрын

A Timex Sinatra wore??

@patrickwalsh279

Жыл бұрын

Ah, the classic first-generation SF accessories: a Rolex (usually a GMT or Submariner) and a star sapphire ring. Teams often bought "team watches," i.they all went to Seoul or Saigon and bought GMTs, often with inscriptions on the back. Very cool! Is the hybrid you're asking about the Seiko that Arnold wears in Commando and Predator?

I like a watch that tells me when it is my wife's birthday and anniversary!

@scottN1980

3 жыл бұрын

A good watch can save your life. I feel potential for an infomercial...

@jamessethmoore

3 жыл бұрын

I bet that's saved your life a few times?!?!

I used the Casio F-91W throughout basic and my whole first year in the Army without issue lol it only cost $20.

when you change a battery the trick is having a bright like like hologen to heat the watch and the area you are working, let it get hot and the area hot before you open it, keep it hot under the lamp and change battery then place it under lamp for a minute case back and all then put it back together properly and it will never get foggy, you have removed all moister to zero humidity under the lamp and when the watch cools it will be vacuum sealed. This is how the pros do it. true pros not some watch vender

G shock. The official army watch. There is a reason why the PX only ever seems to carry them.

@ptolemy91

3 жыл бұрын

Depends, I've been to Exchanges that carry Rolex too

In my experience, garmin killed it with the instinct solar tactical! Used the normal instinct for 1.5 years already and loved it, but the new solar easily doubles battery life and can go forever if you are out a lot and don't use it too much (at least in theory, from what I've seen it looses battery very slowly)

@bubbaold155

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I've had mine for about two weeks and have only charged it once, that was because it was delivered with about 25% battery, even then when I plugged it in it was at 15% and charged to full in about 30mins. It's already seen some brutal workouts and clangs/dings at work. Really couldn't ask for a better, tougher smartwatch.

@osiris_the_great6861

Жыл бұрын

@@bubbaold155 definitely my favorite watch i have. Tracks my runs, sleep, music, calls and texts, and the battery lasts for almost an entire month

@benyaminfilikci2452

Жыл бұрын

Do you still use it to this day?

@christos1698

Жыл бұрын

Instinct 2 Solar tactical is badass, but the best on market is the garmin tactix delta solar

@basti080891

Жыл бұрын

@@christos1698 If you want to double the weight on your wrist and more than double the price in a much larger package, it adds some capability yes.

The Casio F-91w used by insurgents every where. I kind of think it's one of the best low tec option.

@mikebarnett1386

3 жыл бұрын

You say “low tec” but that’s not a bad thing. It’s actually very easy to disassemble and wire into other things that you might need a timer for. You know... for stuff.

@OmegaF77

3 жыл бұрын

It was also used as an onboard timer for a V10 F1 McLaren.

Normal rolex owners: oh no my rolex has small scratchy ;_; Special operation guy: might as well jump from an airplane with it and go to the range

@fr0sted245

3 жыл бұрын

Heywood Jablome Yes i know they are strong watches but people baby them like it is a child

@Machismo1983

3 жыл бұрын

This has got to do with how wealthy the recipient is. If the rolex owners has the kind of wealth that makes a rolex seem like a cheap casio, then they won't baby it. If the owner scrimped, saved and sacrificed and busted a gut to get one, then they will baby it. If you ask the question "if this broke today, could you get another one tomorrow?" You can predict how much they'll baby it.

@fr0sted245

3 жыл бұрын

Machismo1983 I am not as wealtht i could go buy rolex if old one breaks but i still dont baby it. My watches are for use and im not buying them to resell etc. Watches looks better to me when they have some life on em

@Machismo1983

3 жыл бұрын

@@fr0sted245 and would someone else describe you as fiscally responsible?

@fr0sted245

3 жыл бұрын

Machismo1983 Yes actually. For me watches just ain’t investments. They are something i love for the craftmanship and history. Even if i have some high tier sneaker i wear them and dont see them as investment

The Tactic Charlie was briefly authorized, but was removed when it became clear it had gps/bluetooth that could NOT be disabled and stored location data. The Tactic Delta has a special feature in it that disables all signal/location data which they call Stealth mode. SSO hasn't reported whether it's authorized but Garmin stated it was specifically designed to used in secure environments. Should be interesting to see if that holds up.

got my g-shock a few years ago, still wearing it, all the time (not during sleeping) and it is still going. this thing will survive anything, won't expect to ever replace it :)

Best Military watches? If we're talking the real thing, *Marathon.* If we're talking hands-down the brand most worn by soldiers, *G-Shock.*

@TtshortsNL

3 жыл бұрын

G-shocks are legendary, hands down the best watch for military personnel

@pumpkin91ful

3 жыл бұрын

Marathon general purpose lack of water resistance Atm limit is too low .

@PepeDeezNutz

3 жыл бұрын

Marathon GSAR

@josephfelder33

3 жыл бұрын

Marathon, Hamilton and Victorinox/Swiss Army

The thumbnail was amazing

@LifeisaSpecialOperation

3 жыл бұрын

I'm trying to up my game. Thanks.

@seanjones2747

3 жыл бұрын

Life is a Special Operation you sure are succeeding, love the vids man

I like how he is slowly showing more of himself in newer videos. But i know real quiet professionals always cover there faces. Would like to see more videos about gear though.

@vicenterincon9564

3 жыл бұрын

He's talking shit, you can't compare a Rolex for some $10k with cheap watches. If you compare your present with brands like Omega, Breitling, TAG Heuer, Glashütte and you can spend some $1000 or some $100 K for an for a watch. But don't forget, one needs an watch for some 100 dollars and other need a watch to push their self-confidence. It's da same cars.

@SahiPie

2 жыл бұрын

Why do you think he DOES cover his face?

Grandson: "What did you do when you were in the army, grandpa?" LSO: "Everything."

I’ve worn the same gshock for 4 years still haven’t changed the battery and still works

I used Casio f-91w during my service in LRRP unit, it served me well and still works after years of use.

My first G shock was pretty basic and lasted me about 5 years without a battery change. My next G shock was a high end mudmaster. Solar power solves the battery issues and they’re pretty much indestructible. Breitlings for when I’m not working, well... sometimes even if I’m working.

I appreciate your approach: organized, clear, informative, and no time wasted. Many KZreadrs could take a lesson from you.

Great vid and info. My dad left my the same watch when he passed and obviously i love it and wear it when i can. I watched this video to see how the Garmin was. I think i can say I’m pulling the trigger on that one! Thanks again!

I've had my ProTrek watch for approx 10 years, and it's still going strong.

I’d love a full video just on your experience with the Rolex. There’s TONS of videos about them, but none of them have actually field tested it and taken it to the limit... shooting, diving, hiking, jumping etc.

Garmin Fenix 6 X sapphire owner here. I think it's one of my fav pieces of kit ever. It can pair with a ton of sensors that can literally do and measure everything, and it's bulletproof..

I’m not in the military, I just like watches.

Hi, I really enjoy your videos. I've been watching them for quite some time now. I'm currently in senior ROTC, and I'm having some difficulties understanding the complete structure of a Brigade Combat Team. I know you make a lot of unit structure videos, and I know there are a lot of people in ROTC that watch your videos. It would be great if you could cover a BCT or its breakdowns in future episodes! :)

I am no army guy, but I love outdoors and swimming. Both G-Shock and Pro-Trek perform excellent in those conditions. I've changed battery on my GA-110 once and had no fogging issues (I have it over 6 years now). Battery should last you at least 2 years and it mostly depends on how often you use back light. Leave it open over night somewhere warm to dry, clean dirt and grime from casing and replace the gasket. Applying some silicone or lube to the gasket can help too. Pro-Trek PRW-2500T on the other hand is a different beast. Having altimeter and barometer are extremely useful options for me. Solar battery and multiband 6 are an added bonus. It offers moon phase and tide graph, so it can be useful for fishermen too. Compass is not so accurate tho and it has a lot of drift. It will help you if you're stuck in middle of nowhere, but good ol' lensatic compass is a go-to when it comes to navigation.

Thanks for the detail introduction and yes, I’m always ready!

Ive had the same Gshock for almost 10 years. Military tours and now law enforcement duties, still going strong.

I have a g shock mudman that has been to hell and back at work. I literally smashed the concrete off of it after a few of our pours and it works great, and it has seen a few scuba dives and some 60-70 foot freedives. Would definitely recommend

Great video as always. My personal choices are Suunto Xlander Military for a sports watch, Breitling Chronospace Military as a hybrid and Bretling Avenger Chronograph 45 Night Mission as an analog. All of them extremely durable and with good battery life. Stay sharp Col!

Headed to an oconus deployment soon and was debating on taking my swiss self-winding watch. This video and your uncle's comments to you convinced me!

I’ve had the Suunto Vector since 2005. Changed the battery about every 2-3 years using a quarter. Still water tight, but I don’t dive. Great watch and really tough.

Great video! I am into watches and interested in military history and related topics, so it was nice to hear your thoughts on true military watches as someone who has trained and deployed. I got a Citizen Eco-Drive BN0000-04h recently because it was one of the smaller solar divers out there ... was happy to later find out that the model was issued to divers in the Royal Navy a few years back! I wish a few more manufacturers would make special-issue military watches again. Seiko / Pulsar did it with their Gen 1 and Gen 2 RAF military chronographs and they are beautiful, but sadly are rare and expensive.

@marioformicadae6637

Жыл бұрын

Roy? Surprised to see you here. And I 100% agree that special issue military watches need to become a thing again, I'm pretty sure the soviets had watches with custom designs on them.

The Rolex “any dive analog explorer or flight watch with a rotating bezel compass or timer” can be used for basic navigation if you use the sun watch face and bezel it will work as a basic compass there’s plenty of reference on how to do this online but I’d have thought it would have been taught in survival training this adds another yes to your matrix spreadsheet in the last quarter of your video 👌🏻

I'm not in the military but this and the other one on the Apple watch is helping me decide on my new watch selection I am trying to figure out right now. Good timing on this video. Thank you for your service. Thanks for making these videos.

Thanks for the review) I myself served in the army with a Casio PRG-270 watch, real working hours, very satisfied with its quality.

Glow in dark and makes no beeping sound, I had Citizen no limits for 27 yrs

I used a Luminox when I was in the Infantry.

I've been wearing a pulsar solar for a couple years since I won it in a raffle, nd I fell in love with an analog watch with a solar panel, when is started working in a machine shop, I bought a G-shock Tough Solar as a more durable and damage resistant watch. It has a built in calander, and it auto adjusta for time zone changes and has an illumination feature. It cost a 100 bucks on Amazon and I've loved it ever sense I started wearing it.

I really enjoyed your video and how you broke down the different styles of watches. While I was never a team guy or a door kicker or anything cool like that, I was part of Uber grey that put a lot of you guys on target, so having a reliable timepiece was paramount. I went through a few G-Shocks but the thing that I like them is that most of the later ones are solar powered, so battery consumption really wasn't an issue other than making sure to leave them outside the hooch when we racked out, in the morning after chow. Later as shit dragged on and we got busier, a lot of us started carrying fourtrex's as part of our kit, just in case we happened to go down in indian country and needed to evade for any period of time.. They also made a great tool to back up the pilots when we were inbound to an LZ, not to mention they able to be easily data wiped because most of us had multiple LZ grids stored in them for fobs and shit all over Iraq. Lastly they were great for PT when you added the chest band heart monitor. I got my 401 back in like 2011 and that thing is solid. I have "forgotten" to turn it in when I retired in 2013, but f em 😅. Again. For anything moderate, I have a Suunto7 and day to day bs, I'll throw on my Fitbit. Again. Great informative video. Keep up the good work. 👍

u can put a g shock against a million-dollar watch i would still pick the G-Shock any day any time!

@scottN1980

3 жыл бұрын

I don't understand the fogging issue he has. Is he changing the battery in the shower?

@aaronkelly3855

3 жыл бұрын

@@scottN1980 he must of ruined the waterproof seal

@jamessethmoore

3 жыл бұрын

You have to make sure that seal is seated perfectly or moisture will get inside. I ruined a couple myself that way.

Analog watches can help you navigate If you can see the time and date, it’s relatively easy to get a pretty good heading. You just need to know where you have to go

Thank you for making this video helped me alot

Another great video, thanks for the tips and the run down for basic and office approved. God bless.

With all of these videos, I get useful information for questions I would’ve never thought to ask. Great video!

@LifeisaSpecialOperation

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nomad

@mac-gyver1152

3 жыл бұрын

Like wise.

the garmin instinct solar tactical fits all the boxes. even has a stealth mode to turn off everything that could compromise you. gps, sports, nvg compatible, and solar. i will be purchasing one once i get the funds. i have used a suunto when in afghanistan and it was great (until the battery died and i got moisture in it). i currently wear the casio he had int he video that’s a combo analog, it’s great but i want more capabilities. great video!

Nice video man. I personally have the Tissot T Touch 2. It's a hybrid with a compass (& other features too) but it's more of a sports watch rather than an analog watch. Since I got mine almost 10 years ago, the battery isn't solar and it lasts 1 or 2 years depending on how heavily you use it. There is a newer version that came out a few years ago. Same features, but the biggest difference is that it's solar powered & it has a bigger face and its a lot less bulky. Consider adding this watch to the list next time if you made a follow up video.

Me gustó mucho tu video primera vez que lo veo, me subscribi de inmediato! Saludos desde centro América!!!

Funny, I just got my new G-Shock watch last week after I have been worn the old one for seven years.

When I graduated High school my uncle bought me a really nice fossil and when I graduated MP school he bought me a tag formula. I’ve got a nice collection but had to sell that tag and I regret it everyday

my late uncle gave me a g shock, been wearing it for years now great bit of kit but i have to say the old school plastic casio's are the best for operations they only cost a tenner, can be replaced easily and does the job perfectly well 👍

Great breakdown, thank you for your service!

Great video! My solar powered Casio Pathfinder battery died at 12 years. The light and compass stopped working because it didnt have enough juice. I am replacing the battery.

the tactical garmins made specifically for the military let you go into "stealth mode" where all wireless communication and data storage is shut off. there is also the kill switch feature which wipes the memory. some even have night vision mode and a ballistic calculator. you can still use the GPS in stealth mode, but nothing will be saved. you can also get solar versions of all garmins.

@djocharablaikan8601

Жыл бұрын

How do you get GPS signal without being tracked? It seems a bit too good to be true tbh, if GPS can find you, someone else probably can too.

@or6060

Жыл бұрын

@@djocharablaikan8601 ask garmin. if they're lying then sue them

@djocharablaikan8601

Жыл бұрын

@@or6060 fair advice 🤣 genuinely curious, i am a big fan of being able to use maps without the unecessary privacy infringement inherent to all internet and offline google maps. And i love the idea of finally being able to go outdoors for days and leave my phone back home. But Just because device itself doesnt log its position into its memory doesnt mean Government cant just ask Garmin for your data and get them on silver plate. But maybe i am wrong, someone in the military who was deployed might clarify how is the situation with navigations in the army, i heared Armed forces use them to some degree, but i also heared smart watches in classical sense such as apple watch are banned completely.

@jamesbloggs395

7 ай бұрын

@@djocharablaikan8601gps is not a trackable tech, unless it stores and sends the data somewhere else. A gps device listens to radio signals and checks the difference in time signal to triangulate your position. It doesn’t send anything out. A smart watch or smartphone uses other tools as well as gps to get your position, such as phone towers, wifi and bluetooth so can definitely be tracked.

I've had the opposite experience with G-shock, mine are tough solar and had a compass. Rock solid.

Always great video. On the gshock when your putting the back cover on after changing the battery put a bead of clear nail polish on the base of the watch all around the seal. You can use nail polish to water seal electronics. Stay happy healthy and fluid

There are solar g shock options that would be perfect for these situations.

I sometimes enjoy face reveals but in this case I’m fine because that makes it more fun.

Great breakout of categories of watches! Having working in the classified environment for 30+ years I've always had to have different watches, and always have to remember to leave my Apple watch at home. But - retired now, and looking to buy a G-Shock Rangemaster, a lot of good reviews out there, has GPS and connects to a smartphone.

Thanks Sir for teaching me up

1st one is big and sounds useful

You can navigate with any analog watch when it's daytime.

Very educational thanks👍🏻

now THIS is the video i have been waiting for you to make.

Hey there, I was wondering if you might make a video in the future on why you chose to join SF rather than join the 75th Ranger Regiment or another SOF unit in the Navy/Marines/Air Force?

@marshallsmith619

3 жыл бұрын

He mentioned in one video he was trying to branch aviation, and that didn't work out and then he tried out for SF.

@Zahrio

3 жыл бұрын

Marshall Smith do you remember which video by any chance?

@marshallsmith619

3 жыл бұрын

@@Zahrio I've been following this channel since it's inception. I don't remember which video states that. Sorry. If I find it I'll comment again.

The best watch is the GARMIN Tactix Delta with a stealth mode.

True fact about not allowing you to wearing it in classified areas, only analog so now I’m looking for a new watch. Great video brother!

My trusty G shock gave out on me after 10 years. Upgraded to the Garmin instinct with solar. highly recommended it.

Them: how many watches u need? Me:yes.

You should have included the Garmin Tactix Delta. Excellent operator watch ⌚ with it relevant features.

@LifeisaSpecialOperation

3 жыл бұрын

The Tactix Delta is awesome. I Agree.

Brilliant video of use to any military service member. This should be a DoD internal document as well. Excellent work.

I have to say my G Shock GD350 has been my EDC for the last two years and it's still going strong. My only complaint is the band only lasted about a year.

Hmmm thats weird, i had a entry level walmart g shock that lasted me 5 years without changing battery

@jamessethmoore

3 жыл бұрын

He may have had the auto back light turned on. It activates automatically when the watch is turned up toward the sky -- or eye level. That's the only explanation I can come up with. I had mine for 8 years before the battery gave up the ghost.

The most decorated uniform I’ve ever seen

@yaboiz1953

3 жыл бұрын

@Prank ster hah sorry I’ve only been reserved and rotc so far. Decided to do the college thing while we weren’t at war.

@yaboiz1953

3 жыл бұрын

@Pauly Gambino haha that would be the ultimate con but this guy knows way too much to be fake.

@jimmyt6337

3 жыл бұрын

@Pauly Gambino it is not. He earned all of it.

@OmegaF77

3 жыл бұрын

@@yaboiz1953 Stolen valor be like having medals from the neck to your shins

@IssaMeZane

3 жыл бұрын

@Pauly Gambino He is Special Forces you clown, you ok?

I work for Garmin, great to see it on the wrist of military personnel. Thanks for your service.

As an FYI, you can navigate with an analog or hybrid watch. You can find north in the southern hemisphere by pointing the twelve to the sun, and it's half-way between that and the hour hand. The converse is true in the northern hemisphere, as pointing the hour hand to the sun yields south in between that and the twelve o'clock position. You do have to adjust for DST accordingly, though. It's not pinpoint grid coordinates, but it's enough to get a general navigation nonetheless.

19 likes and 13 views... damn people like you!

One day, you're in the ANA, doing the casual, then some SF dudes who come and train you wears a rolex watch

@SuperDreadnaut

3 жыл бұрын

A juxtaposition if ive ever heard one.

@stevek8829

3 жыл бұрын

Is it real?

Very nice such a great work

Thank you! Really interesting!

a watch recommended by an active soldier [ Suunto Traverse Alpha Stealth, G-Shock G-100BB-1A Black, GA-100 Military Series, GX-56BB-1, GA-2000, GA-2100, GG-B100-1ADR ] Luminox night light capability is avoided because of problems in infiltration operations.

If I am a younger teen planning on going into a SOF career, what should my main focus/goal be to prepare myself? Love the videos, highly motivating and informative.

@weaver3636

3 жыл бұрын

Research what you're getting into as much as you can. They say it's 90% mental and 10% physical but it doesn't mean you can take it easy. Build up your strength and endurance early. This was the type of answer I got when I asked a similar question as yours. As for what your focus/goal should be, you should decide that on your own.

@Osiedlowy_Platacz

3 жыл бұрын

get physically fit as much as you can. The fitter you are, the less painful the training is. Any weakness will kill your motivation and it comes from a weak body. Weak body makes your mind weaker. Strong mind comes from a strong body. I can walk and walk and then walk a little longer, because my body is able to do that. I can have tons of motivation, but sooner or later my legs are going to break and my psyche is gonna collapse. You want to push the limit as far as possible. Anyone has a breaking point, but few know exactly where.

@sundazed299

3 жыл бұрын

Depends how old you are. You need to train and be a top physical state. Also when it’s time to go to talk to a recruiter, make sure you get a option 40 option into your contract so that you are guaranteed specials schools ie ranger, airborne. Not everyone in the military gets to go to these schools even if they want to.

@Gruntdevelopment

3 жыл бұрын

Don’t quit

This is a great watch comparison upload. Thanks. Actually, the analog watch can help with rudimentary navigation by employing the “hour hand & 12 o’clock method” on a sunny day.

I am poor and wear a 60usd Vostok Amphibia. The AKM of automatic watches. Soviet design for military divers. Once adjusted it runs pretty accurate. Very rugged and one of the smartest water sealing designs. The only thing I miss is better night luminosity, but depends on the version.