Most Durable Watches for Men
Outdoor Enthusiasts, Take Note: These Watches Are as Tough as You
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It goes without saying that the right gear is essential when the seasons change, and that certainly goes for what’s on your wrist. Occasionally overlooked though it might be, the best adventure watches add another crucial element to any well-composed, well-curated fit. After all, you wouldn’t skimp on your outerwear, like one of the best anorak jackets, nor on your base layers, like one of the most rugged henley shirts, when gearing up to go off-grid.
So, why skimp on your wristwatch? The best adventure watches blend the best of modern technology and toughness with standout style, of course. The great news is, you don’t have to sacrifice one for the other. These days, it seems even smartwatches are becoming a touch more stylish, even if you’re back in town and not on the trail.
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You’ll also find watches boasting stainless steel construction as well as hard-wearing canvas and rubber straps — some can go deep underwater, others are best suited for the trail or the field. There’s a timepiece out there for you, trust us.
The last step as you layer up and lace up your boots should be putting on one of the most durable watches on the market, because outdoor adventures are calling. Stay on time in style with our favorite outdoor watches.
G-SHOCK G- STEEL GSTB400-1A
Casio
G-SHOCK watches are legendary for their durability and their sense of rugged style, and the company cuts zero corners in outfitting explorers, adventurers and stylish guys across the globe. The G-STEEL series adds another layer of toughness with a surprisingly lightweight build and a built-for-anything rubber strap. It also connects to your smartphone and runs off solar power for reliable timekeeping.
$320 at Casio.com
Citizen Eco-Drive Garrison Watch
Citizen
Triple-chronograph functionality and a versatile dial design are the name of the game here with this field-ready Citizen watch. It’s powered by any light source to keep you on time and moving precisely through your next day hike or camping trip, while the tough-as-nails olive canvas strap can get wet and dry quickly without missing a beat. Plus, it’s a stylish watch to wear when you’re back in town after your latest adventure.
$221.25 at Amazon.com
Luminox #Tide Eco Outdoor Watch
Luminox
When a watch brand is trusted by the Armed Forces, Navy SEALs and rough-and-tumble go-getters like Bear Grylls, it’s a safe bet it can stand up to seriously punishing conditions. If you want a watch built to take a beating, Luminox delivers. This timepiece notably features #tide eco-friendly material, derived from recycled ocean plastic, throughout the case and bezel.
$395 at Luminox.com
Shinola Forged Carbon Monster Watch
Shinola
Shinola absolutely means business with its tough yet surprisingly stylish Monster watch lineup, aptly named to take on bold adventures. The use of forged carbon to construct this beastly timepiece makes it both lightweight and corrosion-resistant, and the visually striking case and orange strap stand out stylishly with your best fall outdoor gear in tow.
$2,995 at Shinola.com
Weiss Watch Co. Automatic Field Watch
Weiss Watch Co.
Weiss Watch Co. is doing things the old-school way with remarkable, meticulous watches built to last (with a price tag to match). Its field watch is as classic and crisp as it gets, with a retro-sized 38mm case diameter and a highly durable canvas strap available in rugged colors like Olive Canvas. Each watch is made to order and of course, made to last a long time through many an outdoor adventure.
$2,200 at WeissWatchCompany.com
Timex Expedition Acadia Watch
Timex
On the other end of the equation in terms of price and durability sits Timex, with watches renowned for tickin’ through extreme conditions. The Expedition lineup is renowned for its toughness and its highly affordable pricing, and details like light-up INDIGLO watch technology and 50 meters of water resistance make it suitable for the stream or the trail.
$34.92 at Amazon.com
Garmin Instinct Outdoor Watch
Garmin
Stay connected and never lose your way, no matter what, with Garmin’s deceptively tech-savvy take on the traditional outdoor watch. It monitors your heart rate and includes compass utility, to mention but a few bells and whistles, and it does all that for an agreeable sub-$200 price tag and plenty of lightweight durability.
$173.99 at Amazon.com
SUUNTO Core Outdoor Sports Watch
SUUNTO
Looking for a watch you can wear through trail runs and training sessions on the road in equal measure, plus on long road trips to your cabin? SUUNTO’s take on the sports watch packs in plenty of active watch features, and then some — it even has the capability to project sunrise and sunset times.
$124 at Amazon.com
Marathon Navigator Date Watch
Marathon
When you’re out in the field, it’s sometimes best to go with a watch that’s subtle, simple and easy to read, and Marathon’s lineup of handsome, rugged watches check those boxes quite nicely. The crisp, clean markings call to mind throwback pilot’s watches, never a bad timepiece to have in your rotation.
$380 at Huckberry.com
Timex Expedition Rugged Leather Watch
Timex
Timex watches are so reliable and well-priced, it’s worth considering adding more than one to your rotation of the best adventure watches. Here, the visually appealing case stands out cleanly in all conditions thanks to that trusty Indiglo technology, but it’s the contrast between the silver case and rugged brown leather strap that sets this watch apart for well under $100. Wear it with a waxed field jacket and canvas work pants when adventure calls.
$71.03 at Amazon.com
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