Casio Men’s Pathfinder PAG40-3V Review : A solid choice for the outdoor enthusiast

Casio PAG40_3vSummary: Sure, there are more advanced watches out there with more precise sensors and even more features, but Casio have made a affordable, solid, all-around good product with their PAG40 3v. You can buy the Casio PAG40-3v on Amazon.com and get free shipping, if you’re inside the US.

Rating:4star

 

 

 

Pros: High “bang for the buck” value. Lots of features and a sturdy build. Easy to change batteries.
Cons: Some of the measurements aren’t excactly super precise. Will not keep track of lap times. Serious “wilderness survivors” might want to look for another product.

The Casio Men’s Pathfinder PAG40-3V watch is packed full of features for daily adventures. Featuring a triple sensor altimeter, barometer, and digital compass, the Pathfinder has a great deal of advanced capabilities. Here are some

important specifications for the Pathfinder watch:

Advanced Chronograph
Scratch-Resistant Mineral Crystal
Water Resistance to 330 Feet (100 Meters)
Digital Compass with 16 Directions and 5 Memory Capacity (Direction, Month, Date, Measurements Time Data)
Altimeter (Up to 32,800 Feet [10,000 Meters] in 20-foot [5-meter] Increments)
Barometer
Thermometer
You can Purchase this watch on Amazon, through this link

The watch is great for users who need or enjoy the ability to get readings on a laundry list of environmental factors. Calibration on these functions is included for additional accuracy; from the altimeter, barometer, thermometer, and even the watch speed. You have complete control with the ability to calibrate nearly every function of the watch. For practical purposes, the well-constructed Casio Pathfinder holds up well. It features easy to change batteries (Part# 395) and a watch band which is very durable. The display is easy to read. In night vision situations, the display in darkness is excellent.

As for the disadvantages of the Casio Pathfinder, some users have difficulties with the sensors. Sometimes the readings will be slighty off. For other users, the sensors are simply too advanced, and they will never learn how to calibrate the watch. Additionally, the stopwatch will perform split time and single timing, but it will not keep track of lap times. This watch is probably not so good for someone who will use lap times, or who will not understand some of the more advanced sensors.

When it all comes down to it, the Casio Pag40 3v actually delivers graet value, considering how low the its price is. The feature list is great, but please be aware that it’s not without flaws.
The Pathfinder is a great choice for people who will use the added functions on the many sensors. If an advanced stopwatch is needed, another watch may be better.  The Casio Pathfinder is a great choice for many outdoor enthusiasts.

Review written by Martin Janssen, for SportsWatchReport.com

Snippet from a buyers review:

Well, with great sorrow I had to say goodbye to my old Pulsar 344064 Multi-Chronometer, Stop-Watch, Timer and Alarm that I bought back in 1993. After more than 16 years and a faded LED screen, albeit it is still going, I got this Casio Watch Module No. 2271, Men’s Pathfinder Triple Sensor Altimeter/Barometer/Digital Compass PAG40-3V. Now let me assure you that, if you are in serious training, rigorous
exercising or you are an avid outdoorsman willing to invest time in understanding its capabilities, then the Casio Module 2271 PAG40-3V is for you! The Casio 2271 has big numbers that make it easy to see when you are running, swimming, hiking or in any other competition. After 16 years with my Pulsar, the Casio 2271 shows the advancement in technology.

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