Vector quality poor

I'm getting pretty disappointed with VEctor watches. I have returned three of them thus far. Twice because water leak problems (first time it got drenched in a downpoor, second it got exposed to snow- which should be nothing since Suunto brags about Vector watches being on Mt. Everest). This third time the altimeter just seems to be totally out-of-whack. The Vector was very important in my hike in New Zealand where I needed the altimeter and compass and it was pooring rain. But these things don't seem to last.

Any opinions on another Suunto model?? I do use the alarm from time-to-time. I think this is my last attempt before I give up on Suunto.

Thanks. (email responses appreciated)

J
why2jjj@netscape.net

	Suunto Visit SuuntoWatches.com to see Suunto's full line of wrist top computers and compasses.

	Suunto Vector - Click for more info Suunto's original Wristop Computer, the Vector changed the face of sport watches forever with its groundbreaking combination of features, including an altimeter, barometer, electronic compass, digital log book, and watch. Introduced in 1998, the Vector was the first watch to make it to the summit of Mt. Everest. In addition, the Vector won the prestigious European Outdoor Award - Product of the Year in 1999/2000.

	Compass Compasses are sensitive, absolutely crucial instruments to precision navigation. The earth's magnetic field, inclination, and your longitude and latitude all influence the horizontal plane of a compass needle. As a result, compasses are balanced for different geographical zones. Suunto Compasses overcome this limitation to traditional compasses by using a simple 'Two Zone System'. With a Suunto Compass, the only 'balancing zones' are the northern and southern hemispheres. In addition to this innovation, certain Suunto Compasses come equipped with useful features like luminous needles and marks, centimeter/inch scales, magnifying glasses, clinometers, sighting notches, and more.

[Trevor]

What a drag. Im sorry to hear your Vectors giving you problems.
You should look into Suunto warrenty. Try giving them a call
1-800-543-9124

I personally own a X6HR and its sweet. A very reliable watch...
http://www.suuntowatches.com/x6-hr.htm

Hope this helps.

	Suunto Visit SuuntoWatches.com to see Suunto's full line of wrist top computers and compasses.

	Suunto X6 HR - Click for more info Just when you thought a sports watch couldn't get any better, Suunto introduces the X6 HR, X6 HRM and X6-HRT. These are truly the next generation in sports watches, packed with all of the technology that Suunto enthusiasts have been craving. Designed for Cross Sports applications, the X6 writstops are functionally very similar to the Suunto X6 - but with the added benefits of a heart rate monitor.

[emt]

So far so good with my Vector. I am thrilled to have it and I actually do not find the watch to be as large as others think it is. I like it. I will post as I have it for some time, but I think it will be just the thing I have been looking for all these years. I ordered the fabric watch band and although it was difficult to change by myself, it worked fine and looks good! emt

	Suunto Vector - Click for more info Suunto's original Wristop Computer, the Vector changed the face of sport watches forever with its groundbreaking combination of features, including an altimeter, barometer, electronic compass, digital log book, and watch. Introduced in 1998, the Vector was the first watch to make it to the summit of Mt. Everest. In addition, the Vector won the prestigious European Outdoor Award - Product of the Year in 1999/2000.

	Suunto Bands - Click for more info The range of Suunto Core Acessory Straps include the six straps as found on the various Suunto Core wristop computer models as well as three additional straps. All straps are compatible with every Core model, allowing you to custom-tailor your Core to your tastes and needs.