Garmin ETREX Case / ETREX Holster and carrying case alternative for Garmin ETREX GPS in 'Tactical Brown'. - FITS ONLY COLOR-SCREEN 'Legend C/CX/HCX/CX', 'Vista C/CX/HCX', 'Venture C/CX/HCX'. & Summit C/CX/HC/HCX'. EZ-Grip' Molded Protection, Includes "Peel & Stick" Screen Protector. Accessories MADE IN THE USA by FOARM, Inc. for Garmin handhelds by Foarm, Inc.
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Digital camera reviews of Garmin ETREX Case / ETREX Holster and carrying case alternative for Garmin ETREX GPS in 'Tactical Brown'. - FITS ONLY COLOR-SCREEN 'Legend C/CX/HCX/CX', 'Vista C/CX/HCX', 'Venture C/CX/HCX'. & Summit C/CX/HC/HCX'. EZ-Grip' Molded Protection, Includes "Peel & Stick" Screen Protector. Accessories MADE IN THE USA by FOARM, Inc. for Garmin handhelds
Digital camera Review: Very functional case and protector, very nice.
Summary: 5 Stars
I have been looking for a better case then the crappy one that Garmin sells. I have been using a heavy duty "bucket buddy" cellphone case which works well, yet doesn't let me use the GPS without taking it out of the case of course.
When I ran across this I had to have it, and my wife got it for me for my birthday.
Extremely well made, easy to use while in the case. I haven't tried the faceplate protector as I already had one on.
The only negative I'd say, and it's nitpicking; is that it doesn't have the tightener bead for the wrist strap, though it does have a nice hook.
I carefully took the bead off the Garmin wrist strap and slip the hook off the wrist strap on this Foarm one, and slipped the bead on and put the hook back on and it was perfect.
Very nice case, though some people might find it ugly visually. But I think that's part of it's 'charm' too.
Digital camera Review: Really protective case with a poor closure system.
Summary: 3 Stars
I dropped my gps in a talas field and it survived bouncing off rocks and rolling down pretty far. I don't worry about it being damaged at all. It looks really cool too. The only thing that I don't like about this is the way the case closes. there's no way to cut the strings on this case cause you need them to help lock it closed. I would rather just use the belt clip in most cases but Now I have a footlong cord hanging from the unit.
Digital camera Review: Good Solid Case!
Summary: 4 Stars
The Good
- Very solid case! Makes the GPS rock solid!
- The feel of the GPS is now similar to a spray-on bed liner that you see on some trucks. Gives it a nice comfortable grippy feel when you use it.
- The metal clip behind is very firm and secure, unlike some holders which were very flimsy.
The Bad
- I have only 1 minus point for this cover, hence the 4 stars. The hinge at the top of the cover for mine has started to wear out after only 6 months of use (mind you I'm not a rough user). It has not broken yet, i just have to be a bit careful with it when opening/closing it.
Digital camera Review: Outstanding design, build and material quality
Summary: 5 Stars
The bottom line: this case for the Garmin Legend/Vista HCX GPS units is an order of magnitude better than any other case on the market. It is one of those very few products which combines intelligent design with outstanding material and build quality.
So what is so great about it?
1. It is significantly more protective than the cases from Garmin and other third party vendors.
2. It fits the Legend/Vista HCX perfectly--absolutely like a glove.
3. It is minimalistic and aesthetically clean. The reviewers who have called it ugly must have very unrefined taste--it integrates with the Legend/Vista in a way that makes it look like an intrinsic part of the GPS, which could never be said about the Garmin or other third party cases.
4. It actually improves function of the Legend/Vista by blocking extraneous impacts to the front toggle switch.
5. It is rugged and will last much longer than neoprene GPS cases.
6. The way it opens is clever and functional. The lanyard serves a second function as the clasp to this clamshell type case, and is a logical addition to the stainless clip on the back--allowing both convenient access to the GPS and security.
All in all, for anyone who appreciates truly outstanding design (even in something as pedestrian as a GPS case), who notices all the little refinements which make something pleasant to use over the long term, and who is difficult to please, you'll love this thing. Ultimately, this case will allow the Legend/Vista GPS units to be more useful out in the field where they were meant to be used.
One other key point: this case uses 3M film to protect the GPS screen. The manufacturer says to wet the screen with water and then use a credit card to gently squeegy the water from under the film. THIS DOESN'T WORK. THE CORRECT WAY TO DO IT IS TO USE SLIGHTLY SOAPY WATER AND THEN SQUEEGY IT OUT--JUST AS EVERYONE DOES WITH THE PROTECTIVE 3M FILM USED ON THE FRONT OF EXPENSIVE AUTOMOBILES. IT'S IMPORTANT TO NOT ALLOW SOAP FOAM UNDER THE FILM, OR TO GET FINGERPRINTS ON THE INNER SIDE OF THE FILM BECAUSE BOTH WILL REDUCE CLARITY AND MAKE THE GPS SCREEN MORE DIFFICULT TO SEE.
I write VERY few product reviews, but when a product is truly outstanding, I think it deserves praise. This GPS case is definitely in that category.
Digital camera Review: Extrex GPS casing
Summary: 4 Stars
Product arrived in an air sealed bag that prevents the case from being crushed during mail. Case is of good quality & fits like a glove and performs as it should.
Would have liked other colors though. Generally a very good product!
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