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Garmin Instinct Solar Tactical Edition GPS Smartwatch (Moss)

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Best Buy.com has Garmin Instinct Solar Tactical Edition GPS Smartwatch (Moss) on sale for $239.99> Now $200.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter TattyBear for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Power Manager, Stealth Mode, GPS, Sleep Monitor, Heart Rate Monitor, Stress Tracking, ABC Sensors, Notifications, Calendaring, Accelerometer, Body Temperature Monitor, Compass, Calorie Tracker, Distance Tracker, Pedometer, Night Vision Compatibility, Solar Charging

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  • About this offer:
    • This sale price is $190 Off (47% Savings) over list price of $399.99 and is $129 less (35% Savings) over the next best price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $369.
  • Warranty:
    • Includes 1-Year Manufacturer's Warranty for Parts & Labor.
  • Reviews:
    • This product receives 4.7 Stars out of 5 Stars based on over 470 Customer Reviews from Amazon.
  • About this store:
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  • Refer to forum thread for discussion from the community regarding this offer.
  • No Longer Available:
    • Amazon.com has Garmin Instinct Solar Tactical Edition GPS Smartwatch (Moss, 010-02293-14) on sale for $239.99 > Now $200.99. Shipping is free.

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Update: This popular deal is still available, now $39 lower than the original FP price.

Best Buy.com has Garmin Instinct Solar Tactical Edition GPS Smartwatch (Moss) on sale for $239.99> Now $200.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter TattyBear for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Power Manager, Stealth Mode, GPS, Sleep Monitor, Heart Rate Monitor, Stress Tracking, ABC Sensors, Notifications, Calendaring, Accelerometer, Body Temperature Monitor, Compass, Calorie Tracker, Distance Tracker, Pedometer, Night Vision Compatibility, Solar Charging

Editor's Notes

Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • About this offer:
    • This sale price is $190 Off (47% Savings) over list price of $399.99 and is $129 less (35% Savings) over the next best price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $369.
  • Warranty:
    • Includes 1-Year Manufacturer's Warranty for Parts & Labor.
  • Reviews:
    • This product receives 4.7 Stars out of 5 Stars based on over 470 Customer Reviews from Amazon.
  • About this store:
    • You can view the Best Buy Return Policy here
  • Refer to forum thread for discussion from the community regarding this offer.
  • No Longer Available:
    • Amazon.com has Garmin Instinct Solar Tactical Edition GPS Smartwatch (Moss, 010-02293-14) on sale for $239.99 > Now $200.99. Shipping is free.

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Model: Garmin Instinct Solar Tactical Moss Rugged GPS Smartwatch with Solar Charging

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lawstudent
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This tactical version of the solar instinct has a higher MSPR for added functions such as night vision optics compatibility and HALO jumping tracker from a plane. If you are a military operator you would find use.

Most every other person could wait for the standard solar instinct version to drop in price to $190 as a historical low and purchase an aftermarket green band to achieve the same look. But it you need to scratch the itch now - this is a good price.
thammuz
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I've had mine for about six months, and really like it. I used it on a 10 day trip, using GPS for walking and hiking for a few days and didn't need a charging at all.
AlexC2107
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We need a deal on NVG to sweeten this one

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Nov 04, 2022 07:02 PM
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mgoodlinNov 04, 2022 07:02 PM
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great watch love mine
Nov 04, 2022 09:35 PM
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thammuzNov 04, 2022 09:35 PM
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I've had mine for about six months, and really like it. I used it on a 10 day trip, using GPS for walking and hiking for a few days and didn't need a charging at all.
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Nov 05, 2022 01:08 PM
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ClappinCheexNov 05, 2022 01:08 PM
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Hopefully the black goes on this sale so I can join the club. Great price.
Nov 05, 2022 01:32 PM
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EdwardE9786Nov 05, 2022 01:32 PM
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Besides the solar charging is this better than the regular instinct?
Nov 05, 2022 01:32 PM
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tahtahtahNov 05, 2022 01:32 PM
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Bought two, one for gift. been saving up for something like this, thank you!
Nov 05, 2022 02:05 PM
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lawstudentNov 05, 2022 02:05 PM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank lawstudent

This tactical version of the solar instinct has a higher MSPR for added functions such as night vision optics compatibility and HALO jumping tracker from a plane. If you are a military operator you would find use.

Most every other person could wait for the standard solar instinct version to drop in price to $190 as a historical low and purchase an aftermarket green band to achieve the same look. But it you need to scratch the itch now - this is a good price.
Last edited by lawstudent November 5, 2022 at 07:12 AM.
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Nov 05, 2022 02:12 PM
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mer063Nov 05, 2022 02:12 PM
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Quote from EdwardE9786 :
Besides the solar charging is this better than the regular instinct?
yes. all internals are upgraded on solar versions. like sensors and such

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It was $199 on Prime Day in July and even Costco had it for the same price waiting for it to come down to $199
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Nov 05, 2022 03:35 PM
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DafoeNov 05, 2022 03:35 PM
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The Instinct 2 Solar Tactical is $250 at Gamestop, but it is out of stock most places. A few people had said they were able to go in store and have them order it for them with shipping. Might give it a try later on.

https://www.gamestop.com/electron...tch/332938

See this thread:
https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/t/16114045
Last edited by Dafoe November 5, 2022 at 08:38 AM.
Nov 06, 2022 09:05 AM
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iflabsNov 06, 2022 09:05 AM
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Do I need this? Tired of taking my phone out of my pocket just to check time.
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Nov 06, 2022 11:15 AM
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JamesA4Nov 06, 2022 11:15 AM
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Quote from Dafoe :
The Instinct 2 Solar Tactical is $250 at Gamestop, but it is out of stock most places. A few people had said they were able to go in store and have them order it for them with shipping. Might give it a try later on.

https://www.gamestop.com/electron...tch/332938

See this thread:
https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/t/16114045
It was still in stock at Bike Closet.

https://bikecloset.com/product/ga...n-camo-ww/
Nov 06, 2022 11:28 AM
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KraziAznNov 06, 2022 11:28 AM
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Quote from iflabs :
Do I need this? Tired of taking my phone out of my pocket just to check time.
Just get a cheap watch then
Nov 06, 2022 11:40 AM
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HappyPartner911Nov 06, 2022 11:40 AM
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Quote from JamesA4 :
It was still in stock at Bike Closet.

https://bikecloset.com/product/ga...n-camo-ww/
That's the older Instinct not the Instinct 2.
Nov 06, 2022 12:12 PM
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wakkossNov 06, 2022 12:12 PM
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I looked throught he manual and didn't get an answer, but can I use this for running? I currently wear an old 235 and love it, but the look of this watch is really really nice. I'm certainly not an operator, so the HAHO/HALO settings are a bit surplus to my needs.
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Nov 06, 2022 01:18 PM
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sgreasbyNov 06, 2022 01:18 PM
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Quote from HappyPartner911 :
That's the older Instinct not the Instinct 2.
The instinct 2 offers even better battery, though this version will last most people over a month in smart watch mode. The instinct 2 also offers nfc payments. I have has this exact model since release and it is great so I have seen no reason to upgrade.

Other than night vision and jump settings witch probably are not useful to most, this version will display Zulu time. That is good even for private pilots. Granted, you may be able to download the watch face for other instincts.

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