Sport Men's Digital Chronograph Resin Strap Watch, 40/8284

I’ve been wearing this Armitron Sport Men’s 40/8177RED Chronograph Digital Watch for a while now, and based on how it looks and feels on my wrist in this shot, I thought I’d share my detailed take on it. As someone who’s always on the go—whether it’s chasing after kids (you can see the play area in the background with the little table, chairs, pink balloon, and stuffed toy), running errands, or just handling daily life—this watch has become a reliable companion. It’s got that bold, sporty vibe with its black and red color scheme, and it stands out without being overly flashy. Let me break it down step by step. First off, the design and build quality jump out at me right away. The watch has a rectangular black resin case with red accents around the edges, giving it a rugged, adventurous look. The bezel is fixed with compass-style markings—N, E, S, W, and degree indicators from 0 to 360—which adds a cool tactical feel, even if it’s more for style than actual navigation (I haven’t tested it as a real compass). The strap is a perforated red resin band that’s flexible and comfortable against my skin; it doesn’t pinch or feel too stiff, and the perforations help with breathability during sweaty activities. It’s secured with a simple buckle clasp that holds firm. In the picture, you can see it sitting nicely on my wrist— not too bulky for everyday wear, but substantial enough (about 31mm wide and 13mm thick) to feel durable. The overall weight is light, around 4-5 ounces, so it doesn’t drag my arm down, which is perfect for someone like me who’s active around the house. The display is where this watch really shines for me. In this photo, the LCD screen is lit up with a bright blue electroluminescent (EL) backlight, making it super easy to read even in low light—like early mornings or dimly lit rooms. It’s showing “WE 6” (Wednesday, date 6), “CHRONO ALARM” mode, and the time at 8:31 AM, with small circular indicators for seconds or other functions. The digits are large and clear, no squinting needed, and it includes day/date, 12/24-hour formats, and military time options. I love the chronograph feature for timing laps or workouts, the countdown timer for reminders, dual time zones if I’m coordinating with family in different areas, and the alarm that’s loud enough to wake me but not obnoxious. Everything is controlled via the four buttons: Mode, Reset, Alarm, and Start/Stop (or similar labels), which are responsive and easy to press without fumbling. Performance-wise, from what I’ve experienced so far, it’s held up well. It’s water-resistant to 330 feet (100 meters), so I’ve worn it while washing dishes, in the rain, or even swimming without issues—though I wouldn’t take it scuba diving. The battery (a standard LR44) seems long-lasting; I haven’t had to replace it yet. It’s not the most feature-packed watch out there—no GPS or heart rate monitoring—but for the price (I snagged it for around $20-30), it’s a steal for basic sports and daily use. One minor gripe: the band feels a tad short if you have a larger wrist; I had to use one of the last holes, but it’s adjustable enough. Also, while the resin is tough, it’s not super scratch-resistant, so I’ve noticed a few minor scuffs on the case from bumping into furniture or toys. Overall, I’d rate this Armitron 4 out of 5 stars. It’s affordable, functional, and has that eye-catching red-black combo that matches my casual style. If you’re looking for a no-frills digital watch that’s great for everyday adventures—like parenting chaos or light workouts—this one’s a solid pick. It’s not a luxury piece, but it gets the job done reliably, and seeing it glow on my wrist reminds me why I keep reaching for it.

This watch has both military and regular time displays with one press of a button. In addition it displays the month, day, and year. It has a stop watch and alarm set. It also a momentary push button light-up display. It runs on a CR2025 battery that will last 7-10 years. It is a light and comfortable watch. It is also very sharp eye catching watch. This is a great value. I have 3 of them in different colors. They are not meant for diving but they are water resistant up to 330ft.

Great product

Armitron is my favorite affordable, functional, and handsome sportswatch. What gives it the win over Casio is the light function. I referee and some games are at night in low light conditions. The backlight of Armitron vs. the "bulb" light on the face of the watch makes a big difference. The battery lasts a long time, but when it does die, it's cheaper to just buy a new Armitron. A G-shock battery change at a jeweler costs $25. This Armitron costs less than that...winnah! I would've given it five stars of the beep when changing modes was different when it completed the modes and started at the beginning like the other models.

Bottom line up front.....if you are looking for a watch that can withstand RIGOROUS activity or cater to the needs of the extreme physical fitness enthusiast, you should probably look elsewhere (think Garmin, Amazfit, G-Shock or Ironman). I was in the military for 22 years and those watches stood the test of time. However, if you are looking for a reliable everyday timepiece for light activity such as hanging around the house, shopping, fitness training (swimming, running, etc.) this may the watch for you. Although somewhat cheap in construction (lightweight plastic) it is a very aesthetic watch that comes in cool colors (I have 4) and has that G-Shock "tactical" appearance. It has all of the basic features that most need for day-to-day routines (i.e. alarm, stopwatch, day/date, waterproof). With some TLC, I believe the watch could last for a long time with the exception of a battery change now and then. I have personally verified Armitron's claim on the waterproofing by leaving the watch in a glass of water overnight. Although I wouldn't vouch for any deep-sea diving capability, it should most certainly withstand showering/bathing and swimming). As some have pointed out in the reviews, even if only lasts 6 months to a year.....@ $20 it's still a great value.

Great watch at a great price. Not many people have a red watch.

Looks more pricey than it is. Get a lot of compliments. Great style. Keeps accurate time. Big and chunky. Be a baller if you’re on a budget and buy this and other Armitron sport watches.

I ordered this watch as my son has had this before, and it has been cheaper to buy this watch new than buy replacement straps when they eventually wear out. I believe I ordered a like new item so save a few dollars. The watch that arrived was the correct model, but wrong color, it was black and red as opposed to fully red, and the pin which holds one of the straps was missing. Amazon helped process the return. The watch itself is fine. It’s cheap and stands up to abuse. The functions work. And like any watch with a plastic wrist strap, the strap wears out after some time. And for us it is cheaper to buy a new watch than a replacement strap, as I can’t find this exact same strap, and my son wants a strap that matches the original style.