For instance, it features a stainless steel case (a fairly traditional choice) paired with a Carbonox — the brand’s signature carbon-based material — rotating dive timer bezel (which is somewhat unusual, as classic field watches often eschew bezels entirely). That said, a dive timer, used for elapsed time, does have useful field applications (like maintaining a precise schedule).
What’s a little odder for Luminox is the watch’s strap. Instead of rubber or metal, this watch has an OD green textile strap. However, that’s a nod to classic field watches and pays homage to military flight suits.
American armor, Swiss heart
One of the most crucial elements of a genuine military-ready field watch is its movement. A reliable movement means you can count on the watch to keep precise time — essential for military operations.
As quartz is one of the most reliably accurate types of movements, it’s a good thing Luminox employed one such movement. Inside the stainless steel case, users will find a Swiss-made Ronda 715 quartz movement.