I’ve been in the navy for 20 years. Every seal I know had either a g shock or a sun to.

If Navy Seals are using watches they're probably wearing a Marathon or a G-Shock. I own multiple G-Shocks and they're my absolute favorite, with an honorable mention to the Timex Ironman series. Those things can take a beating as well for how little they cost.

You are the best at what you do on KZfaq! I like your style and the way you speak your mind and keep it real! I am just saying it like it is and keeping it real! This is a PSA for anyone to see your reviews before buying a firearm, watch or knife!

*Over $300 and no freaking alarm or stop watch function???* *Most of those expensive watches claimed they are used by military and spec ops guys but each time you see a soldier in real life he's sporting a Casio.*

Great vid Nutn. Love the watch vids. Luminox is cool watch for sure. I replaced movement on one, esslingers sold me the specific Ronda movement for Luminox $36. So parts are cheap as well to keep them going no matter what.

Been wearing a luminox f117 nighthawk, titanium mat finish for 12 years. Love it! Highly recommended!

Finally. I just bought my wife one for nursing. Navy Seal white version. Great watch. The battery did die about 5 months after we bought it. It was probably old so we will see how long the new one lasts. BTW if you buy off Amazon be careful you don't know how old the lamps are. I just went to a dealer.

Got a luminox when I was in high school on the swim team, wore it every day along with always having it in chlorine and salt water pulls had no issues with it and still don't have any issues. Have bought a new luminox sense but still have the first one I got almost 8 years ago

i've owned a 1st gen, yellow dial 3000 series since 1995. had the movement replaced once. tritium still glows; not as bright as used to, but it still works! paid $200 bucks back then - very good investment. thanks for the review!

I’ve been waitin on the review I got my luminox color mark and I love it I’ve worn it every day and it has withstanded the test I put my watches through

Another great watch review! Please keep them coming.

I actually went and bought one. It's now my favorite watch for the last 2 months. Light and slim

Awesome video, considering getting one. Thx for the awesome content Nutn

The tritium is the feature that I like best about these watches. Very cool designs as well. Thanks for another great review, Nutnfancy!

I have an ANU4220... best watch I've ever had... taken many hits and the glass does not scratch. Awesome being able to read time at night! The rubber (silicone) watch bands lasted about 1 year (I wore it every day) but you can get replacements of all types (saltzman watches has the originals). Good job nutn!

I have a Luminox watch and it's the least durable watch I've ever owned. I took it to Afghanistan as a journalist and it worked for most of my embed...until I wore it in the shower. It quickly fogged up and quit working. I sent to Luminox for repairs and they told me to not take it in the shower, don't subject it to temperature extremes and don't wear it around any strong odors. Seriously. So ok, I have a supposed military grade watch that I should avoid getting wet, can only wear indoors in conditioned spaces and avoid anyone with copious amounts of perfume. NOPE.

My experience with Luminox: used both as a soldier and DOD contractor, probably the worst watch I've owned. Strap broke within first 6 months of use (Luminox said it was not covered by warrant...and it costs $50). After 1 year one of the tritium dials came unglued and sometime in between the glass cracked. Used by operators? In my time I saw only one Army EOD Officer wearing one. Everyone else wears Casio G-Shock and/or Suunto...or Timex, etc. But this is only my experience. Never again will I buy a Luminox watch.

I have owned three of them…They are poorly made....band is cheap...no screw down crown.... greatest marketing campaign ever devised by paying for an association with SEALs. Customer service is terrible, and expensive. The watches are crap.

I have the black "ANU" Authorized for Navy Use watch. I LOVE IT to deat

Hey nutn, i was watching old krv’s and realized something. I miss the old paper review outlines, something comforting about it haha.

Good review. I have the orange color mark version. I love it. These are fun watches. I put mine thru the ringers with no problems.

I had a luminox. had to send back several times for repair. It kept on breaking on me. I gave it to my mom, and went g-shock. never looked backed on it again.

I've been wearing a black seal diver for 6 years & only have 1 complaint- I can't find extra replacement strap anywhere!! I've burned through 3 of 'em. The watch keeps fantastic time and comfortable no matter what you're doing

Love the Luminox watches. Years ago, I picked up a stainless field chrono with beautiful blue face. Mineral crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides. A big watch that got noticed. It's old now and the gas lamps have dimmed. I wonder if I can send it in to Luminox to get the lamps replaced? When they were new, if I woke up at night, it was so bright I could use it to light the way to the bathroom. You mentioned the Sunto dive computer, are you going to review any smartwatches? Lately, I've been rockin' the Garmin Fenix 3, OG model without heartrate monitor. I don't use a tenth of it's features, but it looks great.

I had a 3051 and one of the tritium vials fell out of place and my brother had one where the second hand fell off

I own the Scott Cassell special Edition the 3059. Set in the orange dial with a tool for changing bands and two extra straps with a compass and a diver's strap. I wear this everyday and I do own 10 Casio G-Shock's even two GG-1000's. I really like your video's. I will be getting another some day. Great job Bro.

Bought the original Navy SEAL 3001 model a few years back from REI and had to return it due to the lens fogging up after going swimming with it. Mind you I only went swimming and never even used it as a dive watch. Damn thing was nearly $400.00 US dollars and wasn't even able to handle a depth of a swimming pool much less out in the open ocean. Too bad cause I liked the way it looked and how light weight it was as well. Purchased a SUUNTO dive watch after and never looked back.

What do you think about Bertucci watches?

Very nice looking watches - you made me want to get one!

Nice review, I own the Series 3180 a chronograph (its black face with blue trim). It is OK, I have had it for 4 years. It burns batteries faster than my G shock or Seiko, the chronograph falls off center about twice a year and one of my luminous spots fell off and rattled around until I sent in to be repaired. One more challenge is the fact that only one place is certified to service it. On a plus side when I sent it in to re-attache the luminous spot that fell off inside they fixed for free and dropped in a new battery, it was gone for 4 weeks. Just my experience, with it, I would buy a basic one again but not a chronograph or a super expensive one. Keep pumping out the reviews Nutn - long time fan! (More KRV please)

OMG. I remember Brigade Quartermaster like it was yesterday. I still have one somewhere. Remember their ASAT camo?? Thumbs up!

My luminox recon with its sapphire crystal glass has been a great robust watch. Pouring concrete, tying rebar and cleaning tools under water can be tough on watches. The only time mine comes off is when I clean concrete off of it.

I got one about 8 years ago now, the battery lasted about 1.5 years. Sent it back to Luminox for replacement and they sent it back with the face not clocked correctly. Also noticed its cloth wristband always had a funky smell even after I hand washed multiple times with soap.

I have been wearing my Luminox navy seal watch for 5 years. The only negative is the rubber bracelet cracks after a year or two. I recommend getting a nylon bracelet with the stainless steel buckle. (it’s available on Amazon) I love the tritium for night time visibility!!!

Thanks for the review on this watch....been wanting one for years and wondered how they held up. Sounds like they hold up just fine...and yeah they do have that first and second kinds of cool...LOL. Wish they had a few more with the optional compass though. I only saw one model that had the compass. For hunting and hiking, I think that's a practical option for "2 is one, and one is none mentality".

I've worn a Luminox SEAL watch for almost 5 years and I love it. Only gripe is that I've had to replace the band pretty much every year.

"I use ad money and patreon on money to buy this stuff so I can speak my mind." - Fucking Legend.

Mine is trash. I have the all black Seal chronograph and it gets moisture inside it if it’s really hot and I sweat and forget about going in water.

I have a black on black sentry and right next to the phone I was watching this on is my black g10 PM2. Looking around for a Zulu band for the sentry

I have used 2 Seiko auitomatic dive watches, they have worked for about 2 years before they dont keep accurate time. No more seiko for me. Think I will try Lumenox

I wear the G-Shock 3403 GD-350 in black, awsome watch !

what are similar watches for lover price with the same military look (no g-shock)??

g-shock all the way Nut'n

Great video ! Have you tested a Suunto Button Compass on your ocean dive trips ? Do you have a long NATO or EDC Band to wear over the Wet Suit ? Thank you for the video ! tjl

Thanks for another quality video Nutn! I’ve rocked the black ops with red coloration for the better part of 6 Years now, have loved it since day 1. Just recently 1 of my tritium vials came loose and is now floating around in the case. I’m somewhat hard on my gear, but how hard can you really be on a watch. As a result of this diving into Luminox’s warranty - I would reinforce this for anyone who buys a Luminox watch, KEEP YOUR WARRANTY CARD, if you discard or loose the little card the watch comes with you may find it very difficult / impossible to have a warranty repair made on it. -J

I love Luminox too I just got a 3517 and love it. My old one is a colormark chronograph damn I love these watches!

I'll never get another one.My wife bought me the 3050/3950 about five years ago.It needed a battery after two years.I sent it in because no-one around my area could properly purge it after changing the battery. After I got it back the stem was messed up.If I moved the wrong way it would just stop working.Ill stick to Timex and Gshock.Having said that keep up the good work,I'm really diggin your channel.

Now youre getting into some nice timepieces, I have greatly enjoyed my 350. Another great brand that is popular among military units is Lum-Tec, a great microbrand imo.

Been wearing one for years. Great watch, but I go through a watch band about every six months.

I have the exact watch, orange face and all! Bought it in 2008 or so(?) The inserts died well before 10 years, and I went through 3 straps and 2 batteries. It currently sits in the watch box with a dead battery and broken strap. I can't be bothered to fix it considering the dead inserts....

I am a bit biased. I am a Canadian "dude" of 56 years and a fan of Hikok 45. That should say it all. Have watched Nutnfancy for years too. SO CHEERS from Canada Nutnfancy.

Twice changed glass. The plastic bracelet is always unbuttoned. Рut a cloth belt. But I love this watches and used it for 12 years.

I keep hoping that you will review a POF Revolution 308 on your channel. At 7.3lbs, it looks like a truly amazing platform, and I can't wait to see what you think!

I also love my Luminox watches. I recently purchased the 39mm version of the Sea Turtle. I love that thing so much I decided to also try one of their more high end expensive mechanical watches. Automatic Sport Timer. What a wonderfully made piece. Screw down crown, stainless case, sapphire crystal with A/R coating, 20ATM/200Meter water resist. Sellita Movement SW-220 with day/date complicaton. Great watch. I love Luminox. My little Sea Turtle is quite honestly the most comfortable and nicely wearing watches I've ever owned (speaking on every day type watches). The Sport Timer feels nearly as quality as my $5k Omega Seamaster. I will always be a Luminox guy. Unless they both fall apart tomorrow...doubt that.

I wear the orange dial luminox daily. Love the watch.

Now that I own the Scott Cassell set with orange face, but mine UVP on it. How's crowns on those bad ass time piece's you have?. Are they as sturdy as the watch. I would hate to break mine, but mine is metal. Please let me know. Thank you Bro for all video's.

Are you using a glass protector on these? If so, where did you get it?

good info

Wanted one of these for quite a while. My son got me a Marathon GSAR for Christmas though. Unbelievable. Hey Nutn, what about watches you were issued in the USAF? I know that some aviators were issued Marathon watches as well.

Most people I know if they were issued this watch they do not carry it into the field.

Love my Luminox...just wish they had a sapphire crystal. Shattered mine and a good replacement has been difficult to find.

Cool watches, I may have to save to get one.

It's probably too expensive to make a video for mass consumption, but I would like to hear your opinion of the marathon gsar. I love mine, and the tritium is brighter, it's 300m water rated, and has a sapphire crystal which means it never scratches, ever.

The Scott Cassell's luminox. I own this same Bad Ass time piece, but bezel is in white numbers. I get another one. Great video. I learn a lot off these videos

Can you please sync your watches to the second? I about had an ocd meltdown watching them tick 20 1/2 seconds off from each other.

Just out of curiosity, what kind of dive computer do you use?

I've been waiting for this review

The 8800 series aren't even available anymore on the Luminox website anymore. No results on 8820 on Amazon.

I love my Luminox 3501. If you want to make the G shock boys jealous, Buy Luminox. I have also dove 100 feet below with mine and it was flawless.

I have the recon nav an it's been abused for over a year now I work in construction on heavy plant and it's been caked in dust an cement every day! I never take it of in the bath, shower or pool and it works perfectly. The standard strap is pants I changed mine for a nato style one but other than that I would not even consider a gshock but I would have a suunto traverse Alfa stealth

I bought a Luminox F-117 Nighthawk probably around 15 years ago for $320. With the metal wrist band. Current model is $1150.00. I have never had a problem with it. It keeps great time and the tritium is still bright. I have worn it riding motorcycles & ATVs off road with lots of vibration, I have worn it swimming, and no problems. It is a GREAT watch for $320.00, but I might shop for something else if I wanted to spend over a grand.

Love my luminox great looking, durable and great in the dark. Would highly recommend even though there not cheap.

Thanks for the heads up on a cool watch

I have 2 And really really enjoy them.

Hey Nutn, I was able to help a citizen with my edc trauma kit yesterday. A man slipped on ice knocking himself cold! I used a space blanket to cover the man until the pros arrived! You never know!

I have the point man recon love the watch in pitch black it shines to bright if you don't want be seen you have to cover it there stuff I paid 300 for it best money spent

I'm on my second Luminox. They get condensation inside of them below -25 degrees Celsius. The rubber band cannot stand big variations (from +10 degrees to -16 degrees) over a short time span. Then they get fragile. It is rubber and it is the nature of rubber. Luckily you can get new bands on ebay and amazon. Wearing a NATO-strap now and it seems unbreakable. I love it though!

The XL.8895 Black Ops has a Sapphire Crystal. Last week 5could have bought one for $135. They don't throw on a sales tax, I'm not sure why. That was with a 15% promo code. 45mm, 515 Ronda, double gasket crown which is why you don't need a screw down crown. As the deeper you dive, the pressure gets heavier and presses the gaskets tighter so it doesn't leak. Quartz movements are way more accurate. I hate resetting my Seiko automatics all the time even though they are very accurate for an automatic(4R36), they still are off 8 or 9 seconds a day compared to the quartz which isn't off that much a month. I'd like to see a Precidrive in one of these. They guarantee +/- 10 seconds a year. That's right, a YEAR! Those movements utilize thermo compensation and like 27 jewels to do the that. I had a great Certina that I loved but I sold it. Not near as light however. Great video man. Best I've seen about Luminox. Thanks. You really know your business.

Several years ago, I asked my girlfriend for a Luminox watch. She got me a cheap copy. Now, after five batteries, it still works, but the bezel has all the number worn off. A guy I worked with had the real thing. It still looks brand new.

@nutnfancy please review the Browning BAR MKIII DBM. 10+1 semiautomatic .308 weighs 6lbs 10oz naked. Need I say more?

Go for an Isobrite T100. Great watch, I recommend an Isobrite or Armourlite watch over Luminox any day.

Do you have any recommendations for a all around watch that has altimeter?

luminox makes awesome watches, Ive had the original seal dive watch since 98-99 and loved that watch and has been thru a lot. I just recently replaced it with the Atacama 1927 and love it. replaced the dive watch because the bezel cracked off and got lost and it was time for a new one. Once you go tritium you cant go back. Please nutn more luminox reviews. keep up the good work.

its my GTW watch! it keeps dagr time and does not drift. I think its the most dependable watch I have owned.

I’ve owned 5 luminox watches in the army. It’s an ok Watch. An ok..... watch. I’ve moved and went to the Garmin Tactix Bravo. I get way more out of the garmin then I do with the luminox. I have abused my tactix and still running harder then the luminox. Nothing against them. It is a decent watch. I would put the luminox on the diver side watch. But far as of the older luminox watches, I heard they are way better then the newer ones. But great review

Mineral crystal is better for diving because of its increased shatter resistance versus sapphire. Downside is that sapphire has greater clarity.

Bought mine at Tourneau. Shortly after purchase I noticed that the hands didn't line up perfectly at 12:00. Customer service was excellent. They returned it to the manufacturer for repair.

I have the 8802 (grey one) and it's pretty cool. I hated it at first, yet now its a solid player in my embarrassing watch rotation. Hasn't let me down yet and its super accurate, lightweight and cool looking. Took me a bit to trust the lack of a screw down crown, but by now it has to have a good 20+ hours of swimming and snorkeling on it with no problems. I think it's the John Rayburn watch from the series Bloodline, or its very very similar. I have a matte black metal bracelet for it as well that looks killer but must say I prefer the stock rubber strap for functionality and comfort. This has basically become my beater watch despite paying near $200 CAD for it, more because its just so resistant to scuffing and scratching. Not my favorite watch by any stretch yet finds itself on my wrist regularly while other seemingly more legit watches ride the pine. Edit: should add how consistant and awesome the lume is, not super bright but always there.

I bought a Luminox that died 2 years and 2 months after I bought it. Jeweler said the watch movement was fried. The cost to repair was 80 bucks and Luminox said it was 2 months out of warrantee. Total garbage watch. Don't waste your money. Replaced with a G-Shock Mudmaster. Solar and a radio watch. Fantastic.

A bunch of us in the marines had suuntos

anyone got any info on MWC repro military watches? Military Watch Company? Are they just toys?

I bought two units of Luminox watches , love it luminance in the dark. The problem is the strap not durable

UPDATE: Bought the orange Luminox 3059 after this review 4 years ago. I don't intentionally abuse it, but I wear it shooting, hiking, fishing, kayak/canoe, camping trips...where it got put through the paces. At work it's been covered in grease, hot oil, chemicals. As of today, it functions perfectly. Strap still in good condition, though I did just replace my father-in-law's Sentry strap ($50) after several years hard use. The tritium tubes have yet to diminish in brightness intensity. Crystal is clear & scratch free, though I do use screen protector, changed a few times. I usually end up wearing the Luminox over my G-Shocks...2nd cool. Thanks NutN!

I love the tritium markers!!!

Check out the luminox recon leader chronograph 8842. They seem cool and I was wondering ur feeling towards it since it is pretty expensive.

Nutn' you would like Lumtec Combat B series watches too. Just don't pay msrp for them.

I like how its called "Nutnfancy" and its showcasing an $800 watch. Can we please get more gun reviews going? Maybe Night vision devices? Not super expensive watches.

Not happy with Luminox at all. Mine CRAPPED out at about 2 1/2 years which is outside the warranty too expensive for that I will stick with Seiko thank you

Hey Nutn, great watches but the bands made out of rubber do not last long and they are over 40 bucks to replace.

Thanks.... now I want one of each...