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Black square GPS golf watch with silicone band and .9 inch sunlight-readable display

Garmin

Garmin Approach S12 010-02472-00 Black 43.7 mm GPS Golf Smart Watch 125 MB 5 ATM

SKU CH-C1HQ-QAHK8 MPN 010-02472-00

GPS golf watch preloaded with 43,000 courses, 125 MB storage, 30-hour GPS battery and 5 ATM water resistance

  • ColorBlack
  • TypeSmart Watch
  • Size43.7 x 43.7 x 11.5 mm
  • Band MaterialSilicone
  • OS CompatibilityAndroid / IOS
  • SensorsGPS
  • Preloaded with 43000 courses worldwide for instant yardage
  • Sunlight-visible MIP display stays readable in bright conditions
  • Up to 30 hours GPS mode for full-round tracking
  • Quick-release silicone band fits 125-202 mm wrists
  • Up to 10 weeks battery life in watch mode

Golf GPS watch for course play

The Garmin Approach S12 is a 43.7 mm smart watch built for golfers who want yardage data on every hole. It comes preloaded with 43,000 courses worldwide and shows distances to the front, middle and back of the green. A sunlight-visible transflective MIP display measuring .9 inches with 176 x 176 pixels keeps numbers readable in bright conditions. The silicone band uses a quick-release system and fits wrists from 125 to 202 mm.

Build integration and daily use

Pair the watch with an Android or iOS phone over Bluetooth Smart to receive smart notifications and sync round data. The 125 MB of built-in storage holds course maps and activity history without needing a phone on the course. Water resistance rated at 5 ATM handles rain, sweat and incidental splashes. In watch mode the battery lasts up to 10 weeks, while GPS mode delivers up to 30 hours for multiple rounds between charges.

Upgrade path and limits

Golfers moving up from a basic rangefinder or phone app gain automatic course recognition, layup distances and shot-distance measurement without carrying extra gear. Players who need advanced stat tracking, hazard maps or swing analysis will find those features absent here. The monochrome MIP screen prioritises battery life and outdoor clarity over colour graphics or touch input.

Highlights

  • Preloaded with 43000 courses worldwide for instant yardage
  • Sunlight-visible MIP display stays readable in bright conditions
  • Up to 30 hours GPS mode for full-round tracking
  • Quick-release silicone band fits 125-202 mm wrists
  • Up to 10 weeks battery life in watch mode

Specifications

BrandGarmin
SeriesApproach S12
Part Number010-02472-00
ColorBlack
TypeSmart Watch
Size43.7 x 43.7 x 11.5 mm
Band MaterialSilicone
OS CompatibilityAndroid / IOS
SensorsGPS
Water Resistance5 ATM
Screen Size0.9” x 0.9” (23 x 23 mm)
Screen Resolution176 x 176 pixels
Display TechnologySunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP)
Built-in Storage125 MB
ConnectivityBluetooth Smart
WirelessYes
BluetoothBluetooth
Battery LifeWatch mode: Up to 10 weeks
GPS mode: Up to 30 hours
SpecificationQUICK RELEASE BANDS
Fits wrists with a circumference of 125-202 mm
MEMORY/HISTORY: 125 MB
FeaturesClock Features
TIME/DATE
GPS TIME SYNC
AUTOMATIC DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
Activity Profiles
OUTDOOR RECREATION (Golfing)
Golfing Features
PRELOADED WITH 43,000 COURSES WORLDWIDE
YARDAGE TO F/M/B (DISTANCE TO FRONT, MIDDLE AND BACK OF GREEN)
YARDAGE TO LAYUPS/DOGLEGS
MEASURES SHOT DISTANCE (CALCULATES EXACT YARDAGE FOR SHOTS FROM ANYWHERE ON COURSE)
DIGITAL SCORECARD
STAT TRACKING (STROKES, PUTTS PER ROUND, GREENS AND FAIRWAYS HIT)
AUTO COURSEVIEW UPDATES
GREEN VIEW WITH MANUAL PIN POSITION
HAZARDS AND COURSE TARGETS
ROUND TIMER/ODOMETER
AUTOMATIC CLUB TRACKING COMPAT
Weight1.20 oz (34.1 g)
Package ContentApproach S12 golf watch
Charging/data cable
Documentation
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size152 × 102 × 76 mm

Questions about this item

How long does the GPS battery last during a full day on the course?

The watch delivers up to 30 hours in GPS mode, so a full day of golf is well within range.

Does the transflective MIP screen stay readable in bright sun without extra heat or fan noise?

The sunlight-visible MIP display uses no backlight, runs silently and adds no noticeable heat during all-day use.

Will the quick-release silicone band fit my wrist without buying another strap?

The included band adjusts from 125 mm to 202 mm circumference and uses quick-release pins for easy swaps.

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