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Garmin - tactix 8 Solar GPS Smartwatch 51 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer with titanium rear cover - Black - (2025)

Model: 010-03407-00
SKU: 6619371
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Customers recognize the impressive battery life of the product. They frequently highlight its long-lasting performance.

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Features
  • Built to endure

    This advanced tactical GPS smartwatch features a bright 1.4-inch solar charged display, titanium bezel and sapphire lens, and enhanced graphical interface. It’s tested to U.S. military standards for thermal, shock and water resistance.

  • Mission-ready

    Dedicated tactical features include a jumpmaster activity, waypoint projection, dual-position GPS format, stealth mode, kill switch, compatibility with night vision goggles and rucking activity.

  • Lead the charge

    Navigate the outdoors with superior positioning accuracy, thanks to multi-band GPS with SatIQ technology plus built-in sensors for the 3-axis compass, gyroscope and barometric altimeter.

  • Applied Ballistics

    The preloaded Applied Ballistics solver gives you access to aiming solutions for long-range shooting in the field.

  • Recreational diving

    With a 40-meter dive rating, you’re ready to go to greater depths than ever with support for scuba and apnea dive activities.

  • Built-in Flashlight

    To help guide your way in low-light conditions, a built-in multicolor LED flashlight provides quick access to a bright, steady beam in either green or white light. In NVG mode, white is disabled, and the green flashlight becomes dimmable.

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Specifications
  • Screen Size
    35.56 millimeters
    Touch Screen
    Yes
    Operating System Compatibility
    Android, Apple iOS
    Operating System
    Garmin
    App Compatible
    Yes
    Built-in Storage
    32 gigabytes
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Reviews

Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 6 reviews

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tactix 8

    Went from the Instinct 2X Solar Tactical Edition to the Tactix 8. Slightly bigger in size but looks like a profesional watch for both meetings and for daily use. Has a few more data measurements and the ability to log rucking as well. Battery life is just as good as before but I also now have a touch screen that makes inputting things more easier. Super happy I made the jump up!

    Posted by JsiDriver51

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Incredible battery life, but screen is a pro/con

    Battery life on this thing is impressive. Garmin rates it up to 30 days in smartwatch mode, closer to 48 with regular sun exposure, and from my experience that’s not just marketing fluff. I’m barely thinking about charging it most weeks. The charging itself is a different story. Garmin still uses its own proprietary cable instead of something standard like USB-C, so if you misplace it, you’re out of luck until you track down a replacement. For a watch at this price point, it feels like an unnecessary inconvenience. My bigger issue is the display. It’s a solar charged screen and it’s bright enough outdoors, but up close it has a slightly hazy look that keeps it from feeling sharp. Text and data fields aren’t as crisp as I expected going in. Battery life alone makes this a strong watch, but the screen clarity and the proprietary charger keep it from feeling like a complete win. All in all I ended up returning it and moving forward with a OLED screen as even that model is 2 weeks of battery life which is plenty!

    Posted by Chase

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Watch

    This is an awesome watch! Huge upgrade from my previous watch, Tactix Delta. My only HUGE complaint is the “Sleep Focus Mode.” The watch makes you enter a time where you go to bed and wake up. From those specified times, the watch wont function to its full capabilities. You can change the times but there is NOT an option to completely turn off the “Sleep Focus Mode.” From my understanding this watch is targeted towards LE/Emergency Services and Military. Anyone in those fields knows your sleep schedule is rarely consistent. You can have a call out at anytime, resulting in 14+ hours days. Last thing anyone wants to worry about is your watch going into “Sleep Focus” Mode and not being able to use your watch to its full functions while on DUTY. There needs to be a way to turn this function OFF. I understand having a consistent sleep schedule is important but most in LE/Emergency Services and Military Career Fields don't. As of now, I found a work around but still disappointed how this option was overlooked. Other than the “Sleep Focus” Mode Function, this is a GREAT WATCH.

    Posted by PacoJerta

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pipboy

    Fantastic watch. Does everything ive wanted and more. Crazy battery life. Great apps. I refer to it as my personal pipboy. Even has a green light

    Posted by LandonT

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best watch

    I love it and it’s amazing as someone who’s outsides a lot it’s keeper in my book

    Posted by ChrisW

  • Customer reviews from Garmin

    Syndicated rating, 4.557377 out of 5 stars with 61 reviews on Garmin.

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Questions & Answers
  • What is the screen resolution

    The tactix 8 Solar display resolution is 280 x 280 pixels. Thank you for choosing Garmin. For further assistance please contact us at Product.Support@garmin.com or visit our Support Center, https://support.garmin.com/en-US/. Garmin

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  • How much storage does this smartwatch have?

    It has 32 gigabytes of built-in storage.

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  • What is the case material of this watch?

    The case is made of fiber-reinforced polymer with a titanium rear cover.

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  • Is this watch suitable for diving?

    Yes, it has a 40-meter dive rating and supports both scuba and apnea diving activities.

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  • Does this smartwatch have a built-in flashlight?

    Yes, it has a built-in multicolor LED flashlight that provides a bright, steady beam in either green or white light.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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