1. What is the case size & material of the APACHE-3?
Size
Case diameter: 50mm
Case thickness: 15mm
Net weight of watch: 112g
Strap width: 24mm
Material:
Display: FSTN LCD
tempered glass crystal
Knurling-pattern bezel
Stainless steel watch case · 
Stainless steel back cover
Stainless steel buckle
Nylon / silicone strap
It is built for outdoor enthusiasts who want a rugged, tactical-style instrument with altimeter, barometer, compass, and thermometer on the wrist.
2. What type of watch is the NORTH EDGE APACHE-3?
The APACHE-3 is a tactical outdoor sports digital watch designed for hiking, camping, trail running, cycling, swimming, and everyday wear. It combines outdoor sensors — altimeter, barometer, compass, and thermometer — with sport tools such as a 3D pedometer, stopwatch, countdown, alarm, and a second time zone.
3. Does the APACHE-3 require battery replacement?
Yes.
The APACHE-3 is powered by a replaceable CR2032 coin-cell battery. Generally, the battery life can be maintained for 8-12 months, which will decrease depending on the usage. A low-power reminder on the dial tells you when the battery needs changing, so you are never caught off guard.
4. Is the APACHE-3 waterproof?
Yes.
The APACHE-3 has a water resistance rating of 50M, making it suitable for:
Swimming · Rain · Hand washing · Water sports · Daily exposure to water
Always avoid hot water, high-pressure jets, and chemical exposure.
5. Can I swim with the APACHE-3?
Yes.
The APACHE-3 is rated to 50M and is safe for swimming and surface water activities. It is not designed for scuba diving or high-pressure water sports.
6. Can I wear the APACHE-3 in hot showers or saunas?
No.
Hot water, steam, saunas, and hot springs can damage the seals over time and reduce water resistance performance. These environments should be avoided.
7. What functions does the APACHE-3 have?
The APACHE-3 is packed with outdoor tools:
Altimeter · Barometer · Thermometer · Digital compass · 3D pedometer · Second time zone · Countdown timer · Stopwatch · Alarm clock · Backlight · Weather forecast · Low-power reminder
8. Does the APACHE-3 have an altimeter?
Yes.
In altimeter mode the watch shows your current altitude (in meters), sea-level altitude, a relative-height setting, an altitude trend chart, the current temperature, a weather forecast, and the current time — helping you track elevation gain on the trail or summit.
9. Does the APACHE-3 have a barometer?
Yes.
Barometer mode displays the current air pressure in hPa, sea-level pressure, a pressure trend chart, temperature, and a weather forecast, so you can stay aware of incoming weather changes during hikes and camps.
10. Does the APACHE-3 have a compass? How does it work?
Yes.
The digital compass shows your current azimuth (bearing), cardinal direction, and azimuth indicator, along with the current time. It supports compass calibration and magnetic declination adjustment for more accurate navigation in the field.
11. Does the APACHE-3 have a thermometer?
Yes.
The built-in thermometer displays the surrounding environment temperature, shown alongside altitude and barometer readings, helping you prepare for temperature swings outdoors.
12. Does the APACHE-3 have a pedometer?
Yes.
The APACHE-3 features a 3D pedometer, and is designed to support running, cycling, and swimming activities alongside your daily step tracking.
13. What other time tools does the APACHE-3 offer?
The watch includes a stopwatch, a countdown timer, an alarm clock, a second time zone for tracking home time while traveling, and a backlight for clear readability after dark.
14. Does the APACHE-3 glow in the dark?
Yes.
The backlight lights up the FSTN dial for clear visibility at night — around the campfire, on a night hike, or inside your tent.
15. What material is the APACHE-3 made of?
The APACHE-3 features:
Tempered glass crystal · Knurling-pattern stainless steel bezel · Stainless steel case · Stainless steel back cover · Stainless steel buckle
The solid construction is built to withstand rough outdoor use.
16. What type of crystal does the APACHE-3 use?
The APACHE-3 uses tempered glass, which offers good impact and scratch resistance for everyday outdoor and sports use.
17. What material is the strap? Can I choose?
The APACHE-3 comes on a 24mm-wide strap, with two material options to choose from: an army-style nylon strap or a silicone strap. Both fasten with a stainless steel buckle. The watch is available in black.
18. Is the APACHE-3 suitable for everyday wear?
Yes.
Although built for outdoor sports and tactical use, the APACHE-3 is also comfortable for:
Daily wear · Hiking and camping · Running and cycling · Travel · Casual everyday use
19. Is the APACHE-3 suitable for saltwater use?
Yes.
After exposure to seawater, rinse the watch with fresh water and dry it thoroughly to help maintain its appearance and performance.
20. How should I maintain the APACHE-3?
For optimal performance:
Rinse with fresh water after swimming or seawater exposure and dry thoroughly · Keep the dial clean for clear readability · Avoid strong impacts · Avoid hot water, steam, saunas, and high-pressure water · Replace the CR2032 battery when the low-power reminder appears
21. What is included in the package?
The package includes:
NORTH EDGE APACHE-3 Watch ·
User Manual ·
Gift Box ·
Warranty Card (Scan the provided QR code to follow our social media, or visit our official website and click "After-Sales Service" to register your warranty information.)
22. How can I contact NORTH EDGE Customer Support?
Email: info@northedgewatches.com
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