NEW-2008 Military-Grade Case for ETREX GPS. - Fits 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 (Made in USA by Foarm, Inc). NEWS: Similar Case for Garmin COLORADO coming soon.....
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Manufacturer: Foarm, Inc.Model: eTrex C/CX/HC/HCX
Color: Easy-Grip Grey
Product features:
- Firm 'Hunters & Hikers Brown' Textured-Rubber-Skin provides tactile hand grip.
- Snugly fits the GPS unit as a sacrificial "second skin" (fully washable).
- "Peel and Stick" screen protector prevents accidental scratching
- Removable Metal Belt Clip, Adjustable Neck Lanyard and Safety Clip.
- Use 'in-the-case' - Access to ALL butons. Access to Battery Door in 3 seconds! A nearly indestructable Case, yet lightweight - 2oz.
Digital camera reviews of NEW-2008 Military-Grade Case for ETREX GPS. - Fits 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 (Made in USA by Foarm, Inc). NEWS: Similar Case for Garmin COLORADO coming soon.....
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.
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Summary of NEW-2008 Military-Grade Case for ETREX GPS. - Fits 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 (Made in USA by Foarm, Inc). NEWS: Similar Case for Garmin COLORADO coming soon.....
An extremely rugged, all custom-molded case, provides an easily-gripped textured rubber surface for all kinds of weather. (impervious to water) The outer surface sheds dirt easily, yet it is almost a magnet for fingers! Battery Access: Just Loosen the Lanyard Lock to remove the GPS in 3 seconds! This clamshell case hinges at the top. This 'Living hinge' contains a layer of Polyethylene, to withstand 10s of thousands of openings and very rough use. Backed by Foarm's Lifetime-Warranty against defects and workmanship. Use 'In-The-Case': Ports allow easy access to ALL 6 buttons! The buttons and screen become recessed to protect them and avoid unwanted waypoints. This Protective Case adds just 2 oz to your eTrex. However this case DOES NOT float. The lanyard with safety clip enables the device to be worn around the neck or securely fastened with the Belt Clip. Check out our FIVE STAR vendor ratings! Backed by Foarm's LIFETIME WARRANTY for defects or workmanship.Cameras and Photo
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