Hello all, here is today's article posted on TheArmoryLife.com. It is titled “Smith & Bradley Sans-13 Review: U.S.-Made Tactical Watch” and can be found at https://www.thearmorylife.com/smith-and-bradley-sans-13-review/.
Smith & Bradley Sans-13 Review: U.S.-Made Tactical Watch
- Thread starter Mike H.
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Sld1959
Ronin
Nice watch. I assume they term it a tactical watch as opposed to divers watch to bring it to the attention of a specific user base.
There are plenty of pvd divers watches, they all have countdown bezels, they all have decent lume, some better than others. The one thing that is rarer, but not hard to find is the second 12 hour markers on the face in smaller font for the 24 hour display.
If I were designing it i would have given it solid strap bars, there is no pin to catch and pop possibly losing the watch if on a two piece strap. And I would have made it smaller, especially in height if possible to fit better around tight cuffed garments and gloves, also resulting in less catching and those darn popped pins. Having gone back to a smaller sub 40mm watch for the most part I have rediscovered just how much more comfortable they are and how much less they catch or bang on things.
I lost a nice Citizen diver on rubber strap by catching the tall case on a sailboat line and popping a pin. Watched it slip into the depths of Lake Huron.
There are plenty of pvd divers watches, they all have countdown bezels, they all have decent lume, some better than others. The one thing that is rarer, but not hard to find is the second 12 hour markers on the face in smaller font for the 24 hour display.
If I were designing it i would have given it solid strap bars, there is no pin to catch and pop possibly losing the watch if on a two piece strap. And I would have made it smaller, especially in height if possible to fit better around tight cuffed garments and gloves, also resulting in less catching and those darn popped pins. Having gone back to a smaller sub 40mm watch for the most part I have rediscovered just how much more comfortable they are and how much less they catch or bang on things.
I lost a nice Citizen diver on rubber strap by catching the tall case on a sailboat line and popping a pin. Watched it slip into the depths of Lake Huron.
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Randall Chaney
Elite
Thanks, Sld1959. Mr. Smith wanted to design it for law enforcement or use. Having met him, I can see where he’s coming from.
Watching your Citizen walk the plank must have been a Nooooo moment!
Randall
Watching your Citizen walk the plank must have been a Nooooo moment!
Randall
Sld1959
Ronin
Lol ya it was the debut and was still on the original rubber strap. Hopefully Neptune found it and is wearing it on a proper nato.
Well written and informative article btw.
Randall Chaney
Elite
Winchester67
Custom
I too enjoyed the article. Watches have always held my attention...precision machines, like cars, guns and motorcycles. I guess that is why there is so much crossover between car guys and gun guys. I guess in my heart I am just a Machine Guy.
Eric
Eric
Randall Chaney
Elite
The black GMT watch with leather band is nice and big enough to read without being a gaudy mess that much more expensive watches can be. Hands don't glow as description leads you to think and the date window is small. it's a bit disappointing, but at $200 it's not worth the hassle of returning and it's solid enough to wear at office so it's in the rotation
Bassbob
Emissary
I never could tolerate wristwatches or bracelets on my wrist. Which is a shame because I have an appreciation for nice watches. Perusing some of the threads here have tempted me many times. This article tempts me. That’s a nice watch and a nice review @Randall Chaney
Randall Chaney
Elite
Thanks, Bassbob! Your opinion does matter to me. Sorry watches aren’t your vibe. I love glancing down at a nice watch during the day. I don’t have many, but those that belonged to my late Dad or ones given to me by my beautiful wife mean much.
Randall