Military / Tactical
Military watches and tactical watches from Swiss Military by Chrono
With a military or field watch, you can read the time on your wrist without having to pull out your smartphone. All watches in this category are Swiss Made and combine Swiss origin with military-inspired design and robust construction for everyday use. Which features suit you depends on the model. Compare movement, crystal, luminous display, water resistance, case diameter, case thickness, and band width in the respective product specifications.
Which military watch fits your everyday life?
1. How easy is it to read the dial in low light?
Clear dial contrast makes it easier to check the time at a glance. Luminous hands or markers help when there's little light available. Check which elements are luminous on the specific model; luminous markers are not a permanent light source.
2. Quartz or automatic: Which movement fits your routine?
Quartz watches run on a battery and don't need regular winding. Automatic watches are mechanical watches that wind themselves through wrist movement while being worn. The power reserve determines how long they keep running after you take them off. Check the specifications for each model and choose the operation that suits your everyday life.
3. Which crystal is used in the model?
Sapphire crystal is highly scratch-resistant and can help prevent visible scratches in everyday use. However, it's not indestructible. Check the crystal material in the product specifications of each model.
4. Do the case diameter, case thickness, and band width fit?
The right measurements make it easier to judge how the watch will look on your wrist and whether it will fit under a shirt cuff. If possible, compare the case diameter and thickness with a watch that fits you well. The band width is important when choosing a replacement strap; also pay attention to the correct attachment type.
5. Which water resistance suits your activities?
The water resistance of models in this category reaches up to 100 m maximum, depending on the model. For watches rated at 100 m, swimming and water sports are typically recommended; scuba diving with breathing apparatus is not intended. The metre rating does not indicate diving depth. Looking for a diving watch? Discover our diving collection.
6. Which additional features do you really need?
A date display makes it easy to check the current date. A chronograph measures time intervals; it's an additional feature, not a movement type, and can be combined with a quartz. Check the product page to see which features the model offers and how they're operated.
FAQ about military and tactical watches
1. Are all military watches from Swiss Military by Chrono Swiss Made?
Yes. All watches by Swiss Military by Chrono are Swiss Made and are hand-assembled in Solothurn by experienced watchmakers. Learn more about the brand and watch assembly on the Swiss Military by Chrono brand page.
2. What should I look for when buying a military watch?
Choose based on your everyday life. Compare readability, movement, crystal, water resistance, as well as case diameter and thickness. Band width is important if you want to change the band later.
3. Quartz or automatic: Which is better?
Quartz watches run on a battery and don't need regular winding. Automatic watches are mechanical watches that wind themselves through wrist movement while being worn; the power reserve determines how long they keep running after you take them off. Check the model specifications and choose based on which operation suits your routine better.
4. Is sapphire crystal scratch-proof?
Sapphire crystal is highly scratch-resistant but not indestructible. Check the crystal material in the product specifications of each model.
5. Can I swim with my military watch?
All watches in this category are water-resistant to 10 ATM (100 m). This rating is typically recommended for swimming and water sports but is not intended for diving.
6. How do I find the right case size?
Compare the case diameter and thickness with a watch that fits you well. Band width helps when choosing a replacement strap; also pay attention to the correct attachment type.
Discover military watches
Want to read the time on your wrist without having to pull out your smartphone? Compare the military and field watches from Swiss Military by Chrono based on readability, movement, water resistance, and fit. Check the product specifications of your favourites and choose the model whose features suit your everyday life.
