what do you guys think of watch strap compasses ?

As a suburbanite, it's too bulky for me as an EDC, but I can see where it would be useful in a rural/adventure setting as long as the case material didn't interfere with compass readings.

Looks fine, but if the case is steel I would be concerned with interference with the magnetism!

I would have to get the thermometer one too, and maybe the clock. I couldn't do it on a NATO though. They already have enough bric-a-brac hardware on them.

Sorry. Pointless 🤦‍♂

I think they are awesome, but I was made fun of the last time or wore one on a watch.

A clock huh? How about a waterproof matchbox?

Love it!

I love it! You do You! 🌈 Also that is an Awesome citizen!

I'll use one from time to time, depends on what I'm feeling that day, or intended use.

Have used it before, more of a guideline for cardinal points on a UXO response. Even with modern tech and extra batteries, sometimes it's just faster, and way less bulky than going Schwarzkopf style with a GPS and watch.

Or as a backup while running a land nav excercise/problem.

As with any tool it has its uses.

My Deep Blue came with one. Looks like something I would break in about five minutes. I am a bull in a china shop.

If you are out on a ridgeline in the mountains or alone in a national park I can see the need. If you’re going to American Eagle at the mall to get some last minute Christmas gifts? Not so much. 😆 THAT BEING SAID….if you like it? Rock it, my man. Do you. 👊🏻💯

If you are headed to the hills then yes, however in town or at the house ....not so much lol. Just saying if you don't know which way is North, South, East, West you shouldn't be there. Lol 👊🏽

Unleveled.

I like it. I've been contemplating which brand to get to accompany my CWC or Marathon. Any suggestions from the crunch community would be greatly appreciated. 🧭

Not my jam (too “fanny pack” looking imo) but by all means, you do you 🤙

May be useful off-roading/ hiking, but I probably wouldn’t honestly have need for something like this.

No

I hadn’t thought of the movement being magnetized, I was concerned about the case interfering with the compass! I am a neophyte with watches, but have used a compass for years, so I was thinking from the other direction!!! :-). I will need to learn more about movements and magnetism, especially if I plan to get a mechanical watch next year!

Ahh gotcha- didn’t even occur to me what you meant :-) thanks for broadening my perspective and happy Friday 🤙

I Like it, I've always liked them but never had cahonoes to wear one

I love it

No point to a compass? I take it you don't venture into uncharted territory much mate.

Yes. But with a silva, not a button compass. Unless you’re hiding it up your ass for escape and evasion purposes. For me pointless 👍

Pointless

So size and brand maketh the compass?

Sounds like you're saying you prefer a pocket watch over a wristwatch.

I've used these on my gshock for navigation in the desert back when I was in basic training. Nowadays I have no need for it, nor the other add-ons but I do like the aesthetic, even if I personal don't wear them as they feel a bit too military for me

If I ever go hiking I might slap it on tho, even just for old times sake

hahaha thanks bud!

its actually quite useful when im hiking! (i dont usually bring my phone)

i actually use it quite alot now 😂 i bought it because it looks funky but its quite useful 😂