Garmin fenix 6X Sapphire $499

jstyles

Jul 12, 2022 3:26 PM

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jstylesJul 12, 2022 3:26 PM

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This seems like a great deal.
I think the 6x Sapphire is the same as the 6x pro with sapphire screen?
The Fenix 7x sapphire is $999 so this is $500 less and missing solar and flashlight on the side, touch screen, etc.
Not sure those additional features are worth double.

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Wal_Target

Jul 12, 2022 3:50 PM

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Wal_TargetJul 12, 2022 3:50 PM

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Quote from jstyles

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This seems like a great deal.
I think the 6x Sapphire is the same as the 6x pro with sapphire screen?
The Fenix 7x sapphire is $999 so this is $500 less and missing solar and flashlight on the side, touch screen, etc.
Not sure those additional features are worth double.

Didn't this release in 2019? I'm hesitant to drop half a grand on three year old technology. Not only because it may lack in features compared to newer models but isn't there a risk of soon losing updates/support?

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sreeves3

Jul 12, 2022 5:48 PM

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sreeves3Jul 12, 2022 5:48 PM

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Quote from Wal_Target

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Didn't this release in 2019? I'm hesitant to drop half a grand on three year old technology. Not only because it may lack in features compared to newer models but isn't there a risk of soon losing updates/support?

Garmin is still doing updates on the Fenix 6 this year. If you don't want to spend $999 get this. https://www8.garmin.com/support/d...p?id=15167

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teckel1927

Jul 12, 2022 9:11 PM

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teckel1927Jul 12, 2022 9:11 PM

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I use this exact model exclusively. The sapphire is key. So far battery has held up in all my ultras (longest being 30hrs). This is overkill unless you are doing ultras. Forerunner series is much lighter.

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sudenlynecrotic

Jul 12, 2022 11:28 PM

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sudenlynecroticJul 12, 2022 11:28 PM

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Quote :

Wal_Target
Didn't this release in 2019? I'm hesitant to drop half a grand on three year old technology. Not only because it may lack in features compared to newer models but isn't there a risk of soon losing updates/support?

I'm still using a Fenix 3 HR, a device that was released in 2015. Unlike cellphones, there is no degradation in performance over time. The Garmin Fenix line is the gold standard of fitness watches imho. While my watch is built like a tank and looks like it too, I'm in no rush to upgrade.

I'll wait for the Fenix 7x Sapphire to go down in price just because I want that flashlight function. lol

Last edited by sudenlynecrotic July 12, 2022 at 04:34 PM.

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JK1982

Jul 13, 2022 12:46 AM

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JK1982Jul 13, 2022 12:46 AM

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The gamestop deal i think is still the best bang for buck for the regular fenix 6 at $220.

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qning

Jul 13, 2022 2:03 AM

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qningJul 13, 2022 2:03 AM

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Quote from sudenlynecrotic

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I'm still using a Fenix 3 HR, a device that was released in 2015. Unlike cellphones, there is no degradation in performance over time. The Garmin Fenix line is the gold standard of fitness watches imho. While my watch is built like a tank and looks like it too, I'm in no rush to upgrade.

I'll wait for the Fenix 7x Sapphire to go down in price just because I want that flashlight function. lol

I got a brand new 3HR as a warranty replacement last year and I couldn't get $50 on Craigslist. Six months. In a big city.

BrightSpaniel939

Jul 13, 2022 3:31 AM

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BrightSpaniel939Jul 13, 2022 3:31 AM

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Quote from sudenlynecrotic

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I'm still using a Fenix 3 HR, a device that was released in 2015. Unlike cellphones, there is no degradation in performance over time. The Garmin Fenix line is the gold standard of fitness watches imho. While my watch is built like a tank and looks like it too, I'm in no rush to upgrade.

I'll wait for the Fenix 7x Sapphire to go down in price just because I want that flashlight function. lol

I was shopping for fenix 3 back in 2018 and ended up buying a fenix 5x plus saphhire.
I'm such a big fan since then that i own fenix 6 and 7x sapphire solar.
I don't think i will ever buy any other watch in my life.
P.S I'm a runner.

nhkayaker17

Jul 13, 2022 4:25 AM

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nhkayaker17Jul 13, 2022 4:25 AM

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I'm interested in the Fenix, but I find it hard to pay $500 for a smartwatch that doesn't have a touchscreen. Am I the only one that feels this way? Which watch is decently priced but still has a touchscreen?

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mmanz20

Jul 13, 2022 6:08 AM

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mmanz20Jul 13, 2022 6:08 AM

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Quote from sudenlynecrotic

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I'm still using a Fenix 3 HR, a device that was released in 2015. Unlike cellphones, there is no degradation in performance over time. The Garmin Fenix line is the gold standard of fitness watches imho. While my watch is built like a tank and looks like it too, I'm in no rush to upgrade.

I'll wait for the Fenix 7x Sapphire to go down in price just because I want that flashlight function. lol

Same boat as you. Still on 3HR. Hopefully next year they'll have deals for the 7 series.

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erazz61

Jul 13, 2022 10:51 AM

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erazz61Jul 13, 2022 10:51 AM

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What's the hr monitor like on these? I have a Fenix 5 sapphire, and I'll wear it playing hockey and come off a shift where my heart is practically jumping out of my chest and it shows a hr of 85. Not sure if it's from sweat and contact maybe, but it's not accurate at all

deadz

Jul 13, 2022 12:07 PM

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deadzJul 13, 2022 12:07 PM

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Quote from erazz61

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What's the hr monitor like on these? I have a Fenix 5 sapphire, and I'll wear it playing hockey and come off a shift where my heart is practically jumping out of my chest and it shows a hr of 85. Not sure if it's from sweat and contact maybe, but it's not accurate at all

I see some hr inaccuracies during workouts on mine too on occasion. Usually tightening the watch band, a notch or two fixes it, for me at least.

LaserTag

Jul 13, 2022 12:57 PM

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LaserTagJul 13, 2022 12:57 PM

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These are very big. I have large wrists and the X was too heavy. The pro is still large but much more wearable.

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grumpyoldman

Jul 13, 2022 12:59 PM

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grumpyoldmanJul 13, 2022 12:59 PM

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Quote from Wal_Target

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Didn't this release in 2019? I'm hesitant to drop half a grand on three year old technology. Not only because it may lack in features compared to newer models but isn't there a risk of soon losing updates/support?

I still receive updates for my Vivoactive 3 - have had it for a few years I think...

Dealmasterrocky

Jul 13, 2022 1:01 PM

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DealmasterrockyJul 13, 2022 1:01 PM

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The coros watches are better extremely good battery life but overshadowed by overpriced watches from Garmin.

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