Which Optimum Time watch is right for you?

Buying Guides·29 Sep 2022

 

Our Optimum Equestrian range has an array of styles, sizes, and functions that cater to all needs with every aspect of event timing covered plus everyday watch modes, without the clutter of confusing and unnecessary functions.

 

Every Optimum Time equestrian timer is water-resistant to 5 ATM, has a shock-resistant construction, features the time of day, a calendar, a time-of-day alarm, and a count up (from zero) timer. They all also feature a programmed countdown timer with an alarm including audible alarm signals (which can be silenced, if preferred). There's an option for the time to count up. Keep reading to find out what differentiates each model to make it easier for you to pick the one that suits your needs…

 

                       

OE Series 2

The OE series 2 is a superb event timer aimed at novice level, with all the basic functionality required. This timer has the smallest display size out of the Optimum Time equestrian range and therefore has great wearability both in events and training.

Other features:

• Plastic case with integrated soft-touch PU Strap
• Heavy-Duty stainless steel buckle
• 26mm round display size
• Large 10mm digit height
• Information displayed on a single row

                                        

 

OE Series 3

This timer is called a jumbo watch because the watch face is much larger than the other series. This makes it easier for you to see the time during your event. The jumbo watches have an elastic wrist strap that is easy to fit over your jacket, base layer, or gloves.

Other features:

• Large 65mm overall plastic case
• 38mm x 20mm display size
• Massive 16mm digit height
• Single row display
• Adjustable Viewing Angle
• Elasticated Strap for Wrist or over sleeve wearing

  

 

OE Series 14 R

The series 14 is a jumbo watch and has a slightly larger case than the OE3 timer. This timer has the same great features as the OE3 timer but with a few upgrades. Firstly, the screen has a higher spec with a dot matrix 3-row display, which changes to 1 row with massive numbers for the last 59 seconds to make the time more visible. Both Series 12 & Series 14 show real-time and along with the timer, in the same mode.

There is also a vibration alarm to coincide with the beep sound.

Another upgrade is that this timer is rechargeable giving extra power to include cooler features (such as vibration) and a very long life. The timer comes with a bespoke USB charger clamp for convenient charging.

 

Other features include:

• Large 68mm overall plastic case
• Round 36mm diameter display size
• Large 13mm digits in normal mode
• Massive 23mm digits for final 59 seconds
• 3 Row display to show time and timer together
• Adjustable viewing angle
• Elasticated Strap for wearing on wrist or over sleeve
• Buttons widely spaced for easy operation when wearing gloves
• The vibration and the sound are both individually switchable
• Options to start the watch early for horses difficult to get into the start box.

           

 

OE Series 12

The OE12 has the same features as the series 14 timer but as a wristwatch with a smaller bezel so you can choose which suits you best out of the two – just down to personal preference! It also comes with a soft silicone strap instead of an elasticated one. This timer comes in black, making it a sleek stealthy design suitable to wear with any outfit.

 

Other features:

• Black plastic case with removable silicon strap
• Heavy-duty polished stainless steel buckle
• Large 39mm viewing area
• Round 28mm diameter display size
• Large 9mm digits in normal mode
• Massive 19mm digits for final 59 seconds
• 3 Row display to show time and timer together
• Soft Silicone Strap for maximum comfort
• USB Rechargeable Battery (USB cable supplied)
• Options to start the watch early for horses difficult to get into the start box.

                                      

 

OE Timesaver Set

This set includes watches and items needed for niche situations, such as setting up events for Cross country

Quick Specification

• OE TIMESAVER SYSTEM
• Foolproof operation
• Time recorded by every fence judge
• Timesaver MASTERCLOCK - Synchronises the whole system
• Timesaver XL SLAVE - Massive Display
• Timesaver JUMBO SLAVE - Used at each fence. Records the actual time of day when stop button pressed.
• Timesaver XL PROBE & JUMBO PROBE - used to sync slaves
• 3 atm water resistance slaves only