Suunto Wristwatches

Suunto Core
Wristop Computer

The Suunto product range is an excellent example of the evolution of the wrist watch from a simple time-keeper to a multi-functional digital computer. The company is probably best known for their range of Dive Computers such as the Cobra/Cobra2, Gekko and Vyper/Vyper2, however you can also buy Suunto watches aimed at many other activities. These include features such as heart rate monitors, altimeters, barometers and GPS systems. The company defines its core competency as measurement.

History

Suunto didn't begin life as a wrist watch company, the measurement of time came later. The company began in 1936 when Tuomas Vohlonen invented the first liquid filled compass that could be of practical individual use. Liquid filled compasses are considered more stable and hence reliable than the "dry" type - the liquid reduces pivot friction and dampens vibrations. Although popularly known for their dive-watches, Suunto today remains a major player in field of compasses and similar equipment, the Suunto M-5 compass being popular with NATO forces.

Suunto built on the foundation of the liquid compass and in the 1970s launched its first dedicated instruments for divers which included depth measurement. As technology improved, so did Suunto watches and their feature range expanded to include water pressure, temperature, etc. In the 1990s Suunto introduced the Suunto Vector, which was designed for land based use and included features such as altitude and direction.

Today

Today Suunto watches are pretty much wrist-based computers, with different selections of functions depending on your needs. The product range available to buy in stores today covers not just dive computers but a range of sports including Cross Sports, Marine, Training, Diving, Snow Sports, Golf and Urban. There is also a selection of heart rate monitors (the T-series) and associated PC software.

At the time of writing, Suunto's large collection of product ambassadors includes Emma Roca, Hiroki Ishikawa and the German National Rowing Team. Further afield, the Stargate SG-1 and Atlantis teams have reportedly acted as intergalactic Suunto ambassadors in the TV series!

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Suunto Wristwatches Suunto Core Wristop Computer The Suunto product range is an excellent example of the evolution of the wrist watch from a simple time-keeper to a multi-functional digital computer. The company is probably best known for their range of Dive Computers such as the Cobra/Cobra2, Gekko and Vyper/Vyper2, however you can also buy Suunto watches aimed at many other activities. These include features such as heart rate monitors, altimeters, barometers and GPS systems. The company defines its core competency as measurement. History Suunto didn't begin life as a wrist watch company, the measurement of time came later. The company began in 1936 when Tuomas Vohlonen invented the first liquid filled compass that could be of practical individual use. Liquid filled compasses are considered more stable and hence reliable than the "dry" type - the liquid reduces pivot friction and dampens vibrations. Although popularly known for their dive-watches, Suunto today remains a major player in field of compasses and similar equipment, the Suunto M-5 compass being popular with NATO forces. Suunto built on the foundation of the liquid compass and in the 1970s launched its first dedicated instruments for divers which included depth measurement. As technology improved, so did Suunto watches and their feature range expanded to include water pressure, temperature, etc. In the 1990s Suunto introduced the Suunto Vector, which was designed for land based use and included features such as altitude and direction. Today Today Suunto watches are pretty much wrist-based computers, with different selections of functions depending on your needs. The product range available to buy in stores today covers not just dive computers but a range of sports including Cross Sports, Marine, Training, Diving, Snow Sports, Golf and Urban. There is also a selection of heart rate monitors (the T-series) and associated PC software. At the time of writing, Suunto's large collection of product ambassadors includes Emma Roca, Hiroki Ishikawa and the German National Rowing Team. Further afield, the Stargate SG-1 and Atlantis teams have reportedly acted as intergalactic Suunto ambassadors in the TV series! This site is not associated with or endorsed by Suunto Contact an authorised dealer for prices and availability All trademarks are the property of their respective owners Clocks-Watches-Time / Watches / Makes I-Z / Suunto / All original material copyright © Trevor Mendham 2005-2008. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners Please read the site terms of use		Clocks Watches Celebrity Famous Makes A-H Makes I-Z Invicta JLC Longines Luminox Mondaine Oris Panerai Patek Philippe Poljot Rado Rolex Seiko Skagen Tag Heuer Timex Tissot Toywatch Vacheron C. Mechanics Types Store Time Time & Motion More...