Suunto Vertical 2

The Suunto Vertical 2 represents the next evolution of performance monitoring and outdoor navigation tools from the historic Finnish brand Suunto. Founded in 1936 by Tuomas Vohlonen after he invented a mass-production method for liquid-filled compasses, Suunto has remained a staple in the diving and hiking communities for nearly a century. This particular model continues the brand's tradition of integrating high-accuracy GPS with robust environmental sensors, such as altimeters and barometers, designed for extreme outdoor conditions.

While Suunto was historically a Finnish-owned company under various parent groups like Amer Sports, it underwent a significant ownership shift in 2022. The brand was acquired by Liesheng, a Chinese technology company specializing in wearable electronics. Despite this change in ultimate ownership, Suunto has maintained its core design and high-end manufacturing facility in Vantaa, Finland, where its flagship watches are assembled. This 'Made in Finland' heritage remains a key part of the brand’s identity, emphasizing sustainable production and Nordic design philosophy while benefiting from the technological scale of its global parent company.