Luminox Atacama 43mm Field Watch Dual Band Set Model: XL.1970.SET

Inspired by the unforgiving landscape of the Atacama Desert, the Luminox Atacama Field Automatic XL.1970.SET watch is as rugged and reliable as they come. Designed with an eye for detail and a commitment to quality, this watch stands out in the crowded field of timepieces.

EXCEPTIONAL DESIGN

The black dial with a textured finish and sand hour numbers reflect the desert's features and provide easy readability. The timepiece features a large display of the 12- and 24-hour clock. The red-tipped second hand and red arrow representing the date at 3 o'clock only add to its functionality and aesthetic appeal. The dial is protected by a sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating, ensuring clarity at all times.

HIGH-QUALITY MATERIALS

A 43 mm CARBONOX™ case houses the meticulous internals of the watch, promising durability and longevity. The watch is completed with a black rubber strap, which can be interchanged with the included sand webbing NATO strap, providing versatility and personal preference to the wearer.

RELIABLE PERFORMANCE

Powered by a Swiss made RONDA 515 quartz movement, you can trust this timepiece to keep accurate time. Moreover, this watch boasts a sustainability of being CO2 neutral and meets the Greenhouse Gas Protocol standards, making it a responsible choice for the environmentally conscious. To further set it apart from the competition, the Luminox Atacama Field Automatic XL.1970.SET watch maintains a constant glow for up to 25 years, ensuring you’ll never be left in the dark.

ROBUST CONSTRUCTION

Completing the package is a stainless steel screw-in crown, reinforcing the watch's robust construction and durability. Whether you’re adventuring through the Atacama or navigating everyday life, this watch is designed to withstand it all.

Specs & Features

Origin: Swiss Made
Always Visible: Constant glow for up to 25 years
Size of case (diameter): 43 mm
Function: Date
Water resistance: 100m / 10 ATM
Movement: Swiss Quartz
Case material: CARBONOX™
Case back: 316L Stainless steel screw on
Crystal glass material: Saphire crystal, anti-reflective coating
Strap / bracelet: Black Rubber with Black Textile + NATO


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Our Notes

Tried and tested, Luminox watches come with endorsement of the world’s most elite fighting force – US Navy Seals. The brand has also been contracted to supply watches to Singapore Air Force, US Coast Guard, NY City Police Department and various special military regiments of the world.
Warranty

All Luminox watches have been carefully checked and are in perfect working condition. It is warranted, by the company shown on the back of the certificate, for a period of two years from the date of purchase.

Every wristwatch has been tested for water-resistance, which is covered under the warranty provided that it has not been subjected to any improper handling or accident and the glass, crown and push button(s) have not been damaged.

Luminox Brand Story

1989 Luminox (Lumi is latin for light while Nox is Latin for night) was born in 1989, driven by a commitment to offer cutting-edge luminescence and readability in its line of high-performance sports watches.

Since then, we refer to the illumination technology in the Luminox watches as the Luminox Light Technology (LLT).

1992 The officer in charge of procurement for the Navy SEALs, Nick North, together with the Luminox founder, Barry Cohen, worked to develop a watch specifically for the Navy SEALs and the Navy SEAL watch was born

1994 After Luminox provided the watches to the SEALs, more elite units contacted the brand directly, including the U.S. Coast Guard, New York City Police Department, Singapore Air Force, Special Military Forces Israel and many other law enforcement groups.

1998 Luminox was approached by U.S. Air Force pilots flying the F-117 Nighthawk™ Stealth fighter jet. This initial contact turned into a worldwide license agreement to produce Lockheed Martin timepieces.

2002 The U.S. Bobsleigh and Skeleton Teams win six medals during the Salt Lake City Olympic Winter Games. The teams wore co-branded Luminox Navy SEAL Colormark watches 3051 and 3957.

2003 Luminox opens its first mono-brand store in Tokyo. Luminox now has four mono-brand stores in Japan.

2005 Luminox creates the first Lockheed Martin SR-71 Blackbird™ Limited Edition timepieces.

2007 Launch of the Navy SEAL Colormark 3051 Series — the evolution of the original Navy SEAL timepieces — soon to become the best-selling series of Luminox watches.

2008 Luminox expands its presence globally to more than 50 countries and becomes a truly global brand.

2009 Luminox partners with counter terrorism expert and undersea explorer Scott Cassell. Cassell is a dive professional and relies on Luminox watches as part of his essential diving gear.

2010 Luminox is proud to introduce its 50 bar (500 meter / 1500 feet) Deep Dive Automatic Series — Essential Gear for serious divers and a certified watch for use by professionals — complying with the strict and extremely high standards of ISO 6425 for diving watches.

2011 Launch of the first Luminox RECON series with the Point Man 8820.

2015 Luminox initiates the Luminox Special Operations Challenge (LSOC): honoring its heritage, Luminox partners with retired Navy SEALs to offer civilians the chance to train like a Navy SEAL for a day.

2017 New Swiss-Made law: The new Swiss-Made law came into effect as of January 2017 and all Luminox Watches continue to fulfil the new SwissMade regulations

2018 Luminox continues to combine cutting edge technology, forward-thinking design and extreme performance.