When you’re on a rural adventure, you need a timepiece that can stand up to everything Mother Nature can throw at it. Here is where an outdoor, tactical tough watch steps up to the plate. These timepieces are far from outfit accessories, but rather multi-functional tools on your wrist. They perform at a very high level, all the while withstanding the harsh conditions that you may face. Though the variations of design, construction, features, and price are many, they all make your venture outdoors just a bit easier.
5.11 Division Digital Watch
The Division Digital watch from 5.11 offers the perfect balance between overall ruggedness and the inclusion of a myriad of features. The watch is constructed of a hardy stainless steel case, with tonal IP coating on its mineral crystal face. Four, easy access buttons activate the features inside this timepiece that include day and date, dual time zones, an EL backlight, a chronograph, four alarms, two timers, and 12 or 24 hour time presentation. A removable 22mm webbing band keeps this handy helper secured around your wrist.
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Specifications
- Rugged stainless steel casing
- Standard and military time
- 12 or 24 hour time
- 100m / 330 ft / 10 ATM resistance
- Dual time zones
MSRP: $140.00
5.11 Pathfinder Watch
With a military-inspired design, low-light readability, and dependable Japanese movement, the Pathfinder will keep you on schedule any time, every day! This durable timepiece features as stainless steel outer casing, a scratch resistant crystal display and luminous markers that offer clear viewing in near darkness. The watch comes complete with a tough nylon band and is waterproof to 330 feet. No-nonsense timekeeping in-the-field is the backbone of the Pathfinder.
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Specifications
- Stainless steel casing
- Matte Ion Plated finish
- Scratch and chip resistant crystal display
- Luminous markers
- 100m / 330 ft / 10 ATM resistance
MSRP: $120.00
Casio G-Shock Model GBDH1000-4 Watch
From its durable, shock resistant body design, to the easy-to-operate interface with your smartphone, to the G-Shock plethora of sensor-enabled features this watch basically does it all and does it very well. It offers fitness related data, tracks progress when exercising, measures atmospheric pressure, as well as displaying heart rate, temperature, and that’s just scratching the surface. The basics that most watches include are also here, such as world time zones, a stopwatch, timer, and alarm functions. If you like all the bells and whistles available, stop right here and strap this around your wrist today.
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Specifications
- Shock resistant construction
- Water resistant up to 656 feet
- GPS signal reception
- Battery level indicator
- Wireless Bluetooth linking
MSRP: Unfortunately, this model is now discontinued.
Suunto Core Watch
The Suunto Core is aptly named as it’s the core essential you need for any outdoor adventure. It’s chock full of useful tools, such as an altimeter, barometer, compass, thermometer, depth meter and more. It offers a multilingual menu, user-replaceable battery, and sunrise/sunset indicators. Don’t forget this watch is meant for hardcore outdoor use with its composite casing and elastomer band that stands up to all nature can throw at it. A long battery life (12 months in time mode) with low battery indicator round out this amazing rural-use timepiece.
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Specifications
- Multi-functional for numerous outdoor activities
- Comfortable elastomer strap
- Multi-lingual menu
- User-replaceable battery
- Extra-long battery life
MSRP: $219.00
Suunto Vertical Watch
Simply put, if you’re going into territory far from civilization, you need the Vertical Watch on your wrist. This watch displays time as just the tip of its mighty large iceberg. This mini navigational system features offline outdoor maps, dual-band GPS/GNSS, ABC and weather forecasting, and an altimeter, barometer, and compass. Additionally, this timepiece holds a sixty hour charge with convenient solar charging capabilities. With 95 plus sport modes, training metrics, and voice feedback on the compatible app, you’ll have everything you need to tackle nature’s backyard all by yourself.
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Specifications
- Outdoor offline maps
- Dual-band GPS/GNSS for high accuracy
- 60 days of battery life
- More than 95 sport modes
- Includes barometer and altimeter
MSRP: $699.00
MTM Vulture Watch
Built for Special Ops, but equally useful for you on your own adventures, the Vulture does it all.It’s deceivingly lightweight body is constructed of solid titanium with a scratch-resistant sapphire face glass for ultimate durability. Additionally, this USB and AC rechargeable watch offers four tactical light modes including a lighted dial, flashlight mode, blink and strobe effects, andnormally unheard of in a watch, UV light mode. The band is comfortable, durable, and won’t let you down. The Vulture ships complete to you in a protective, watertight MTM barracuda box. Need backup in the field? The Vulture has your back.
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Specifications
- Unidirectional ratcheting bezel
- Water resistance up to 660 feet
- Solid titanium case
- Four light modes
- Includes USB-Port charging cable and AC wall adapter
MSRP: $1,725.00
Traser P99 Iris Tactical Watch
When you combine Swiss craftsmanship with tactical features, you get the incredible Iris watch. This timepiece offers stealth like no other, with its Iris diaphragm opening and closing between total darkness and super-powered light. The outer casing is equally effective at repelling sand, water, and unavoidable shocks during your active mission or everyday mishaps. Swiss quartzmovement ensures accuracy and reliability year after year. Choose from three 22mm band styles.
Specifications
- PVD Coated stainless steel case
- Trigalight powered illumination dial
- Anti-reflective sapphire glass
- Swiss-made craftsmanship
- Water Resistance: 10 atm / 10 bar
MSRP: $1,035.00
Timex MK1 Fortnite Watch
Ideal for the teenager or young adult in your family, this military inspired watch offers a “Fortnite style” theme yet doesn’t skimp on features or all-around durability. Some of the MK1’s offerings include smooth quartz analog movement, a lightweight aluminum casing, a double-layered fabric strap, and acrylic crystal lens. Its hour markers glow purple when the INDIGLO feature is activated. Economically priced, aesthetically stylish, and fully functional for rural or urban use.
Specifications
- Military-inspired design
- Quartz analog watch movement
- Water resistant to 50 meters
- Aluminum outer casing
- Distinctive purple glow light
MSRP: $129.00
Suunto Core Alpha Stealth Watch
It takes a tough watch to be tested against military standards and pass with flying colors, and the Core Alpha Stealth is one such watch. This tough-as-nails, tactical and outdoor watch offers a barometer, an altimeter, a compass, real-time weather info, and current temperature. Reliable basics like time, date, day, and water resistance are all present within its hardcore, durable casing. The Core Alpha Stealth’s red backlight is goggle-friendly, and its multiple language menu and dual unit displays will come in handy when adventuring abroad. A hard-wearing fabric band keeps this watch securely in place throughout your daily travels.
Specifications
- Mineral crystal display with aluminum bezel
- Night-vision goggle compatible
- Up to 12 months of battery in time mode
- Water resistant to 98 feet
- Tested to military standards (MIL-STD-810)
MSRP: $299.00
M-Tac Sport Watch
Not every outdoor-centric watch needs to break the bank. Enjoy numerous features while staying well within your budget. The M-Tac Sport Watch offers a 10 digit LCD display, an integrated stopwatch, and an alarm clock. Format the time in either 12 or 24 format and activate all features with large, easy-touch buttons. This tactical timepiece is made from polycarbonate and can resist everyday knocks and bumps like a pro. Available in olive or black colors.
Specifications
- Stainless steel body
- Polycarbonate glass
- Durable silicone strap
- Water resistant to 5 atm
- Available in black or olive color
MSRP: $24.00
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