+JoeRetro Posted December 5, 2011 Share Posted December 5, 2011 Hello all, I'm new to geocaching this year, tons of fun! I recently upgraded to a Garmin Oregon 450 and am looking for a good case to project it. Preferable a hard case. After reading up on the Garmin brand hard case, it looks like it may not be too good of a fit. Most of the reviews say it's overly bulky and too large for the Oregon. http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-010-10850-20-Hard-carrying-case/dp/B001ECRAWO/ So as a general question to Oregon owners, what case to do you use and what do you like about it? I've been good this year and Santa may bring me one if I ask for it. Thanks! - Joe Quote Link to comment
+mpilchfamily Posted December 5, 2011 Share Posted December 5, 2011 That hard case is designed to be a bit larger then the unit. As you can see the unit clips into that case. There is no need for it to be snug around the unit. I can see how having the unit in that case strapped to your belt would make things easier. You wouldn't have to carry it around in your hands all the time. You just flip it down and take a look at where you need to go. Personally i don't see a need for a hard case on any good hand held GPSr. Unless your looking for a better way to carry it with you. As far as getting a case for protection i don't think its worth it. All cases add extra bulk to the unit and the units are built pretty tough to start with. Quote Link to comment
+myotis Posted December 5, 2011 Share Posted December 5, 2011 I agree on no need for a case. Get a good screen protector. I have a Zag (I believe) and its indestructable. Quote Link to comment
+dfx Posted December 5, 2011 Share Posted December 5, 2011 Another "no case needed" person here. Mine's been dropped, sat on, banged around rocks and submerged, and all of that several times over. It's got plenty of scratches and dents, but that's just part of its beauty. Still works like on the first day. Screen protector is a must though. Quote Link to comment
+t4e Posted December 5, 2011 Share Posted December 5, 2011 its going to feel weird the first time you get a dent on it but soon you realize that is proof as to how tough it is i dropped mine face down on the concrete floor just days after i got it Quote Link to comment
+eusty Posted December 5, 2011 Share Posted December 5, 2011 I'm not fan of screen protectors...but I'm wondering if my 450 needs one? My Colorado survived! The case for one on the Oregon is.......?? Quote Link to comment
+dfx Posted December 5, 2011 Share Posted December 5, 2011 I'm not fan of screen protectors...but I'm wondering if my 450 needs one? My Colorado survived! The case for one on the Oregon is.......?? .... it scratches quite easily. Since it's got a touchscreen and the user interface relies heavily on touchscreen scrolling, all you need is a tiny piece of sand under your finger nail or some such to get a nice long scratch on the screen... Quote Link to comment
+splashy Posted December 5, 2011 Share Posted December 5, 2011 For the Oregon you can use the screenpacks (3 in 1 BBuy) made for the Ipod Touch, you will have to cut it. Quote Link to comment
yogazoo Posted December 5, 2011 Share Posted December 5, 2011 I'm a "case" guy and the gizzmovest cases are the best on the market. You will still need a screen protector though. Link:Gizzmovest Oregon Case Quote Link to comment
+Steve0512 Posted December 5, 2011 Share Posted December 5, 2011 +1 for the Zagg screen protector. Although I do think it does affect the touch screen sensitivity. http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/garmin-oregon-series-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php Quote Link to comment
+luvvinbird Posted December 6, 2011 Share Posted December 6, 2011 I use the same style of soft case for all my Garmin's. For the Oregon it's the 010-10117-03, about $10. I store and transport whatever device I'm using in it's soft case but I hang the GPSr on a lanyard out "in the field". I'm not a fan of screen protectors either but I stumbled the other day and scratched the case above the screen, so I'm thinking about it. Quote Link to comment
+Walts Hunting Posted December 6, 2011 Share Posted December 6, 2011 No hard case but yes on screen protector. Quote Link to comment
+yorelken Posted December 6, 2011 Share Posted December 6, 2011 Don't use one. I stick in my pocket when I'm not carrying it my hand. Which, come to think of it, probably means I will scratch it on something one of these days. Should get a screen protector one of these days... Quote Link to comment
eaparks Posted December 6, 2011 Share Posted December 6, 2011 (edited) I use a black cordura cell phone case with elastic sides, made by McGuire-Nicholas. Case isn't much bigger than my Oregon GPS. Has a velcro flap over the top and metal belt clip on the back, plus a nylon loop on back for a belt to go through. Very secure setup if using on a belt and still small enough to go in a pocket. I like this setup for hunting, easy to take in and out of case and the added protection. edit: and maintains satellite lock while in the case on my belt. Edited December 6, 2011 by eaparks Quote Link to comment
+myotis Posted December 6, 2011 Share Posted December 6, 2011 Back in the day when I had a CO, I dropped my CO on some rocks and it put a nasty scratch on my screen. I bought a Zagg screen protector and it actually removed the scratch. Those Zagg screen protectors have a lifetime warenty and you cannot scratch them and even if you do, they repair themselves. I've got a OR 550T and the tochscreen works great with the Zagg. Quote Link to comment
+autigerman Posted December 6, 2011 Share Posted December 6, 2011 +1 on the Zagg screen protector. The screens scratch easier than you might think. The case on the Oregon is already ruggedized, so you really don't have a need to "protect" it. The only reason to have a case is to somehow facilitate carrying it. Quote Link to comment
+BMndFul Posted December 6, 2011 Share Posted December 6, 2011 No case, carbiner clip, with top quality screen protector when I hiking, geocache and/or kayak. Quote Link to comment
+Cachin' Kidlets Posted December 6, 2011 Share Posted December 6, 2011 I have a soft case for my Oregon. I can't say I love it, but I like to think that it helps protect it when it's sitting on the floor of our cache-mobile. However, I have realized that I should have a screen saver. Many people recommended Zagg. Can I find this at any "real" store, or is it only available online? Thanks in advance! Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted December 7, 2011 Share Posted December 7, 2011 Zagg is available directly from their online store. Remember to search online for coupon codes first. They also have some B&M presence that will apply it on for you, I believe. For soft case : http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-010-11345-00-Slip-case/dp/B001ULDANC I don't use one on my Oregon 300, and it's pretty scratched up. I do use one on my eTrex Venture HC, and it looks pristine. Quote Link to comment
+Driddy Posted December 8, 2011 Share Posted December 8, 2011 Zagg is available directly from their online store. Remember to search online for coupon codes first. They also have some B&M presence that will apply it on for you, I believe. For soft case : http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-010-11345-00-Slip-case/dp/B001ULDANC I don't use one on my Oregon 300, and it's pretty scratched up. I do use one on my eTrex Venture HC, and it looks pristine. My 450 is the toughest piece of electronic gear I have ever owned EXCEPT for the screen. I echo the need for a screen protector and have been very favorably impressed by my ZAGG protector. I have dropped my unit many times on rocks. Quote Link to comment
+kwcahart Posted December 9, 2011 Share Posted December 9, 2011 Another "no" to the case question. I did lean over a barb wire fence and scratched the heck out of my zagg screen protector. I am very thankful I had the zagg on the 450!! I use my 450 for biking, hiking, and kayaking, no need for a case, just the screen protector. Quote Link to comment
+eusty Posted December 9, 2011 Share Posted December 9, 2011 I ordered a soft case. The reasoning it that when I'm caching I have it clipped on my belt, so it only needs protecting while I'm not using it Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted December 9, 2011 Share Posted December 9, 2011 I ordered a soft case. The reasoning it that when I'm caching I have it clipped on my belt, so it only needs protecting while I'm not using it Which soft case did you get? Quote Link to comment
+eusty Posted December 11, 2011 Share Posted December 11, 2011 I found out Garmin make a case for the Oregon Part No:010-10117-03 Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 I found out Garmin make a case for the Oregon Part No:010-10117-03 Thanks! I wonder which one would be better, that or Part No:010-11345-00. Quote Link to comment
+eusty Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Yeah I saw that, but it's just a screen protector with a case...if you know what I mean? It maybe what you want, but I just wanted something to put it in when I've finished caching, then stick it in my coat/back of car etc to stop it being scratched Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Yeah I saw that, but it's just a screen protector with a case...if you know what I mean? It maybe what you want, but I just wanted something to put it in when I've finished caching, then stick it in my coat/back of car etc to stop it being scratched Seems like the windowed slipcase should still keep it from being scratched, except for the corners. Not sure if it is worth the extra 5 bucks tho. How good is the fit with your case? Quote Link to comment
+eusty Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Yeah I saw that, but it's just a screen protector with a case...if you know what I mean? It maybe what you want, but I just wanted something to put it in when I've finished caching, then stick it in my coat/back of car etc to stop it being scratched Seems like the windowed slipcase should still keep it from being scratched, except for the corners. Not sure if it is worth the extra 5 bucks tho. How good is the fit with your case? Will let you know when it arrives...hopefully today or tomorrow Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Will let you know when it arrives...hopefully today or tomorrow I thought you got yours already Amazon had 1 left so I ordered it. Since I have Prime, I'll probably get it tomorrow. If it doesn't work for the Oregon, I have tons of other uses for it. Worst case, it can be a trade item Quote Link to comment
+eusty Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 I thought you got yours already I thought it would have been here by now.... Quote Link to comment
+eusty Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 It fits really well...glad I got it Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 It fits really well...glad I got it Thanks for the update - glad I ordered as well, mine's arriving today Is there enough room to have the belt clip on, or is it a pretty tight fit? My Oregon 300 has a number of scratches on it, most of it collected while it is not in use. Figured this case should spare my new 450 from a similar fate. I just removed the Zagg screen protector from my 300. The protector has a couple of small scratches on it, but the screen is pristine. It was a major pain to put on properly, but now I'm glad I did. Quote Link to comment
+vds Posted December 16, 2011 Share Posted December 16, 2011 It fits really well...glad I got it Thanks for the update - glad I ordered as well, mine's arriving today Is there enough room to have the belt clip on, or is it a pretty tight fit? My Oregon 300 has a number of scratches on it, most of it collected while it is not in use. Figured this case should spare my new 450 from a similar fate. I just removed the Zagg screen protector from my 300. The protector has a couple of small scratches on it, but the screen is pristine. It was a major pain to put on properly, but now I'm glad I did. I've had a Oregon 200 for a couple years and other than the Zagg screen protector, it doesn't have any damage worth mentioning. Those things are pretty tough. No case for me although I'll probably add a lanyard. I'm getting a 450 for Xmas so this reminds me to order the Zagg for that (I got a couple scratches on the 200 screen in the first month from keys in my pocket etc. before I added the Zagg). Quote Link to comment
+coggins Posted December 16, 2011 Share Posted December 16, 2011 I just ordered one of those GizzMoVest cases for my Oregon 450. I didn't like the Zagg screen protector on it, as it was kind of tacky and a bother when scrolling the display. I ended up getting a 3M one and am now fully covered. Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted December 16, 2011 Share Posted December 16, 2011 I just ordered one of those GizzMoVest cases for my Oregon 450. I didn't like the Zagg screen protector on it, as it was kind of tacky and a bother when scrolling the display. I ended up getting a 3M one and am now fully covered. It was tacky initially, but that wore off and it was much easier to use after a few days. I'm using Skinomi on my new 450. Quote Link to comment
+coggins Posted December 16, 2011 Share Posted December 16, 2011 I just ordered one of those GizzMoVest cases for my Oregon 450. I didn't like the Zagg screen protector on it, as it was kind of tacky and a bother when scrolling the display. I ended up getting a 3M one and am now fully covered. It was tacky initially, but that wore off and it was much easier to use after a few days. I'm using Skinomi on my new 450. The tackiness never wore off for me so I put the 3M one over the Zagg and it was fine Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted December 16, 2011 Share Posted December 16, 2011 Part No:010-10117-03 OK, to answer my own question about fit : it's about an inch too long, 1/2 inch too wide, and fairly good fit for depth. Not enough space to store the GPS with the belt clip on, however. Quote Link to comment
+eusty Posted December 16, 2011 Share Posted December 16, 2011 (edited) Part No:010-10117-03 OK, to answer my own question about fit : it's about an inch too long, 1/2 inch too wide, and fairly good fit for depth. Not enough space to store the GPS with the belt clip on, however. You mean the carabina clip? That's weird as mine fits in OK, I just rotated it around so it wasn't sticking out and it all fits in the case nicely...weird. Edited December 16, 2011 by eusty Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted December 16, 2011 Share Posted December 16, 2011 You mean the carabina clip? That's weird as mine fits in OK, I just rotated it around so it wasn't sticking out and it all fits in the case nicely...weird. No, not the carabiner clip, the belt clip. Part no: 010-11022-10 There's two parts to the clip - one that attaches to the Oregon's "spine" (like the carabiner clip) and another that clips on to your belt, and a tab on one hooks into the slot on the other. If they're attached, it's too thick to be placed in the case. Quote Link to comment
+eusty Posted December 18, 2011 Share Posted December 18, 2011 Ah I see! I don't have one of those.... Quote Link to comment
JustMyName Posted December 21, 2011 Share Posted December 21, 2011 (edited) Is this the same ZAGG screen protector just not precut to the Oregon 450 screen size? If so looks like an easy way to save some money, but without the warranty. http://www.amazon.com/ZAGG-invisibleSHIELD-Universal-UNINAVGPSKIT-Protector/dp/B0041WPTAO/ Edit: And also not on ZAGG's website, there looks to be a 3-pack available "for cellphones". Is this also the same thing? http://www.target.com/p/Zagg-Universal-Screen-Protector-for-Cellphones-Clear-FFUNI3PKS/-/A-13740994 Edited December 22, 2011 by cohentl Quote Link to comment
+Chrysalides Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Is this the same ZAGG screen protector just not precut to the Oregon 450 screen size? If so looks like an easy way to save some money, but without the warranty. http://www.amazon.com/ZAGG-invisibleSHIELD-Universal-UNINAVGPSKIT-Protector/dp/B0041WPTAO/ Edit: And also not on ZAGG's website, there looks to be a 3-pack available "for cellphones". Is this also the same thing? http://www.target.com/p/Zagg-Universal-Screen-Protector-for-Cellphones-Clear-FFUNI3PKS/-/A-13740994 Looks like the same thing. I've cut from a larger piece of another screen protector before. I suggest you start with a paper template. Zaggs also has frequent discount and free shipping coupons. BTW I tried Skinomi (cut it to size myself - they don't have one for Oregon) and it doesn't have the tacky feel of an Invisible Shield. Quote Link to comment
+BAMBOOZLE Posted December 25, 2011 Share Posted December 25, 2011 We use the soft canvas Garmin case ( with belt loop ) and have used this type of case for 9 years. I've never cared for screen protectors......if my GPS is not in my hand, its in the case. If you wear a belt I think its the way to go. Quote Link to comment
Zerpersande Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 Totally agree here. I'm a 'case' kinda' guy. And I agree with the recommendation of the Gizzmovest. It isn't in the class of my Ballistic case for my iPhone, but it seems substantial. Fits well in my hand too. Yeah, it definitely adds to the overall size, but I don't find that to be a problem. It's whatever floats your boat. So, Gizzmovest. On eBay, with shipping, they are about $30. That's steep compared to the quality of the Ballistic for the iPhone. As for screen protector, just got a Savvies off eBay from the Seller protectionfilms24. Free shipping to Japan, but to the U.S. it is not good news. Also you need the patience of Job and the steady hands of a surgeon to get that protector on the screen because it fits EXACTLY. And a credit card marred the surface trying to get bubbles out. But talk about fast shipping! Fastest ever from an eBay Seller. I'm a "case" guy and the gizzmovest cases are the best on the market. You will still need a screen protector though. Link:Gizzmovest Oregon Case Quote Link to comment
Zerpersande Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 Totally agree here. I'm a 'case' kinda' guy. And I agree with the recommendation of the Gizzmovest. It isn't in the class of my Ballistic case for my iPhone, but it seems substantial. Fits well in my hand too. Yeah, it definitely adds to the overall size, but I don't find that to be a problem. It's whatever floats your boat. So, Gizzmovest. On eBay, with shipping, they are about $30 from the Seller polypurchasing. That's steep compared to the quality of the Ballistic for the iPhone, but the prices seem set no matter where you buy from. Polypurchasing was a reliable source as far as I am concerned. As for a screen protector, just got a Savvies off eBay from the Seller protectionfilms24. Free shipping to Japan, but to the U.S. it is not good news. Also you need the patience of Job and the steady hands of a surgeon to get that protector on the screen because it fits EXACTLY. Perhaps if you are talented at putting on film protectors it would be no problem at all. But for me..... But talk about fast shipping! Fastest ever from an eBay Seller. I'm a "case" guy and the gizzmovest cases are the best on the market. You will still need a screen protector though. Link:Gizzmovest Oregon Case Quote Link to comment
+luvvinbird Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 I use the same style of soft case for all my Garmin's. For the Oregon it's the 010-10117-03, about $10. I store and transport whatever device I'm using in it's soft case but I hang the GPSr on a lanyard out "in the field". I'm not a fan of screen protectors either but I stumbled the other day and scratched the case above the screen, so I'm thinking about it. I finally caved and bought Garmin's slip case for my Oregon 450 (010-11345-00 $12.95). It has a clear plastic front to protect the touch screen. It's a little clunky but I'll give it a try. Quote Link to comment
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