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Suunto Essential is made of top-notch materials that can stand up to the toughest challenges. Suunto Essential is ceramic finishes, stainless steel and sapphire glass, guaranteeing durability for years. The unique design, which refers to Finnish design traditions, is both minimalism and refined details. When thinking of a sports watch, we most often accept its unattractive appearance. The Essential series contradicts this thesis. The dial, captivating in its simplicity and at the same time nobility, is surrounded by a glossy border. Beautifully crafted straps, in a choice of leather or fabric, with exceptional durability. Timo Yliluoma, an award-winning Finnish designer, is responsible for the entire collection.
Suunto Essential Watches
People are very different, but for centuries we have been united by one thing - the desire to explore. What is mysterious, unknown and new has always interested us the most. We used to say that the sky was the limit, until the first man was sent into space. For those who spend their free time actively, we present the Suunto Essential smartwatch - a true paragon of sports watches.
Suunto Essential for every athlete
The adventure begins within us, sprouting from dreams until we put on our shoes and set out on a journey. We start by curiously peeking around the next corner, where we will end up is known only to our legs, which carry us. Your passion is shared by Suunto Essential, created to accompany you as you explore the world. The watches are handcrafted in Finland, the heart of beautiful and wild Scandinavia. The brand was founded in 1936 by Tuomas Vohlonen, an engineer, traveler and great fascination with orienteering. The saying goes- mother needs invention, and so it was in this case. Vohlonen needed a compass filled with liquid to practice his beloved hobby. This was the impetus that allowed him to invent and patent a method of mass production.
Suunto - the leader in creating smartwatches of the highest quality
Since its inception, Suunto has remained a market leader. It creates sports watches, dive computers and other sports instruments to support explorers around the world. It makes continuous improvements and innovations, while ensuring the unique design of its products. Adventurers from all over the world, whether climbing the highest peaks or diving into the depths, always reach for Suunto equipment.
The company's headquarters and largest manufacturing facility are located in Vantaa, Finland, near Helsinki. Suunto employs more than 500 people worldwide, and is loyal to classics and tradition. It is one of the few companies to boast of handmade watches. Their products can be found in more than 100 countries. Suunto's goals and direction are best reflected in the quote :
"Suunto's goal is to provide all sports and outdoor adventure enthusiasts with the best tools to explore and conquer new territories, from the highest peaks to the deepest oceans - not forgetting the 'intermediate' terrains as well."
Suunto Essential - the best features on the market
As befits a true traveler's watch, we can count on a number of amenities in the Essential series. Models include a barometric altimeter, barometer or compass. The barometric altimeter helps determine the current altitude above sea level, exceptionally useful when climbing, it allows you to monitor changes in altitude and progress. The barometer is responsible for monitoring and predicting rapid changes in the weather based on fluctuations in atmospheric pressure, which increases the chance of a successful expedition. The compass is especially useful in unfamiliar terrain, will allow you to quickly determine the correct direction of travel. For each of the watches, the manufacturer adds an original and unique notebook. This allows us to write down impressions of our travels, in the style our grandparents did.