Best Tactical Watch Reviews

The Tactix Bravo from Garmin is a watch built for the tactical environment but also packs features that keep track of a user’s fitness activity. 

It is durable due to the non-reflective, all-black design and 1.2-inch high-resolution, sunlight-readable dial protected by a high-strength domed sapphire lens. The dial can also be seen during the night due to the night vision system that is compatible with goggles. In addition, the watch is water-resistant (up to 100m) and supports WiFi connectivity (which allows it to automatically update its software and apps). The 

The watch can be used for orientation and localization due to the high-sensitivity GPS/GLONASS with automatic calibrating altimeter, barometer and 3-axis compass. Also, due to the omni-directional stainless steel EXO antenna, the watch can keep track of your location even in more difficult terrains. 

Among the most-appreciated features, there are the ones that make it a tactical watch like Jumpmaster, projected waypoints, dual-format GPS coordinate data and TrackBac (to get back to your starting point). But the Tactix Bravo also comes with features for tracking fitness activity which is why many outdoor adventurers prefer it. 

In terms of style, the Tactix Bravo is not bulky but it is rugged and fulfills its durability promises. It is comfortable to wear, the face is large and easy to read, and there’s no need to worry about charging. The battery life is up to 50 hours in UltraTrac battery saver mode, 20 hours in GPS mode and up to 3 weeks for regular use (as a smartwatch).

The Rangeman is one of the larger G-Shock models on the market and, if you add the classic case protection, it’s also one of the bulkiest. However, the large face accommodates a series of extremely useful features and has an integrated solar cell that keeps the watch going with regular exposure to everyday light. In fact, there is a battery status indicator right in the middle of the watch’s face (the L-M-H / Low-Medium-High bar). 

In addition, once you set the timezone, you don’t have to worry about setting the exact time. The watch communicates with the closest Worldwide Atomic Time transmitters in order to keep extremely accurate time. The GW-9400  is designed to communicate with six such transmitters all over the world. 

The watch features 11 modes, among which you have the regular timekeeping mode (with 12h and 24h formats), world time mode (timekeeping in a different time zone), stopwatch (it can go on for 1,000 hours), 24h countdown timer, alarm (5 of them), and more. 

Lastly, the watch comes with triple sensor technology with a built-in compass, thermometer, and barometer. It can also save some of the information so you can check it at a later date and it can be influenced by outside elements. The controls are easy to understand (each button on the side of the case has multiple functions), but it’s best to play with them until you learn how to make all the settings.

This is a combination between a tactical wrist light and an analog watch with Quartz movement. Since it goes on your wrist, the SureFire 2211 is extremely useful for law enforcement and military personnel who can’t use a hand-held flashlight.

Of course, this functionality is just as useful for outdoor adventurers, hunters, campers, and other people who need an easy-to-use illuminating device.

SureFire 2211 creates a MaxVision Beam and can be worn on both hands. There are three levels of light power (300, 60, and 15 lumens) and you can easily move through them using the built-in switch.

To increase its functionality, SureFire added an analog timepiece at the top, with a unidirectional rotating bezel, 12h markers, and date window. The dial is black and simple, featuring white Arabic numerals. The self-illuminating tritium hands (a three hands movement) and markers are easily visible in low-light conditions.

Both the watch and the light use standard CR123a Lithium-Ion batteries and can be recharged using a USB port. Depending on the light power, you’ll get 1 hour at 300-lumens and up to 13 hours at 15 lumens.

The watch and wrist light secure around the wrist using a nylon strap with buckle closure. Overall, this is a useful piece of tactical equipment, but it can be quite bulky, so it takes some getting used to.

The Pointman is part of the Recon NAV SPC series from Luminox and it’s a two-piece system designed for navigation and survival in unfamiliar terrains. The main piece is the watch, which is rugged and solid with a reinforced polycarbonate case and a ruler rubber strap that’s marked with inches and centimeters on one side and three common map scales on the other side. This way, you can use the strap to calculate your heading and distances using a map.

On the strap, you’ll find a buckle-style closure and an analog magnetic compass that can be removed. The compass has a bidirectional rotating bezel that helps you establish the headings.

The watch in itself is rather big and has a unidirectional bezel with an aluminum inner ring that can be used for time maneuvers and calculating your current position. At the center of the black dial, there’s a four-hands, quartz-powered movement, and in the 3 o’clock position, you’ll find a date complication. Everything is protected by an anti-reflective scratch-resistant sapphire crystal window.

The watch is useful in both sunlight and its absence (at night) as it uses Luminox’s Tritium illumination method. It comes in a specially-designed Luminox pouch with belt loops on the back (so you can wear it in the pouch, on a belt, or on the strap of a backpack). It’s also lightweight despite being quite large (46mm case) and it’s perfect for adventurers and explorers.

Marathon is the official supplier of wristwatches to the US and Canadian military since 1941, so their tactical watches are based on actual military expertise.

The TSAR is built to government specifications for use by military personnel and was designed for Search And Rescue missions at sea. The watch is water-resistant to 300 meters (1000 feet) underwater and has a rotating bezel with diver’s 60-minutes markings. In addition, its case is made from 316L surgical grade stainless steel, and the lens is made from scratch-resistant synthetic sapphire.

The watch is powered by a Swiss-made ETA F06 3 jewel high-torque Quartz movement with EOL (End-of-Life) indicator. To set the time and date (window date between 4 and 5 o’clock), you have a textured screwdown crown that’s easy to grip.

The analog dial is black and features both 12h and 24h formats with Arabic numerals. The three hands movement and hour markers are designed with self-illuminating tritium gas tubes that glow even when they are not charged by an external light source.

Overall, the TSAR is a beautiful tactical watch that holds its own in real military missions or intense adventures. It’s a reliable design with a durable build that can easily become your best tool in times of need.

The Evo Navy Seal from Luminox features durable polyurethane case and band, resists under 660ft (200m) of water, and glows 100 times brighter than other luminous timepieces on the market. This makes it the ideal design for people who need to tell the time in low-light or no-light conditions or for professional marine activity.  

The large face, durable mineral dial window, and white hands and markers make it easy to read the analog black dial with one date complication by the 3 o’clock position. The watch features both 12h and 24h formats and the unidirectional textured bezel is adorned with minute indexes for easier timing. 

At its core, the Evo Navy Seal is powered by a Japanese Quartz movement, which means it is highly accurate. In summary, this is a highly durable, comfortable to wear, reliable timepiece that can be used by professionals with demanding jobs like US Navy Seals, Air Force pilots, medical personnel and more.

As the name suggests, this timepiece is created for backpackers, hikers, and people who usually have an active outdoor lifestyle (whether it’s for work or for fun). 

Equipped with Tough Solar Power technology, the Pro Trek PRW2500T is a solar-powered, digital sports watch. This means that you can use sunlight to recharge the battery, which will hold about 5 months on a full charge with all the features available and without any further charging. In Power Saving mode the watch is supposed to last for about 23 months. 

Other features that make this watch stand out are Multi-Band Atomic Timekeeping, Tide Graph, Moon Data, digital compass, altimeter (with the possibility to save data), barometer, thermometer, and more. In addition, its water-resistance and EL backlight with afterglow, make it a fantastic tool for divers and people who are usually around water.

As a timekeeper, the Pro Trek is equipped with a stopwatch, countdown timer, five alarms, full auto-calendar programmed until 2099, 12/24h formats, and more. 

In terms of design, this is a rather bulky watch with lots of buttons and plenty of information displayed at almost any time. Still, due to the titanium bracelet, it is not as heavy as you’d expect. It’s also complex, due to the multitude of features it has to offer, so it takes a bit of reading the instructions and playing with the settings to learn what it does.

Designed to fit extreme conditions, the Bertucci A-2S Field timepiece features a simple and durable design. The Unibody case is made from U.S. Patented solid stainless steel and comes with a screw down crown (in the 4 o’clock position) and an equally solid case back.

The watch is water-resistant for up to 100m (330ft or 10 ATM) and comes with a scratch-resistant hardened mineral crystal lens that ensures maximum visibility at all times. The lens is depressed about 1/8″ below the bezel, so it’s hard to actually hit it by accident with another object.

Furthermore, the Bertucci A-2S Field is powered by a Swiss made all-metal quartz movement with three hands. The analog dial is black with 12h and 24h formats (in Arabic numerals) and has Super Luminous paint on the main hands and hour markers (very visible in low-light conditions or at night).

The battery on this watch can go on for about 3+ years and the movement remains highly accurate throughout its lifetime.

Overall, this timepiece is built like a tank, with a perfect finish and top quality NATO textile band!