Some watches are made just to look good, while others are built to handle anything. If you need a timepiece that stays strong through daily wear, travel, and tough conditions, this list is for you.
From military-inspired models to vintage-style chronographs and compact but sturdy designs, these watches are made to last.
Brew Metric Lite
The Brew Metric Lite is the smallest watch ever made by Brew, measuring just 20mm in diameter. It’s a modern mechanical watch made for smaller wrists, but its personality is anything but tiny.
Built on the success of the original 36mm Metric, this new trio keeps the same cushion-shaped case design and signature coffee bean detail on the dial, now packed into a sleeker, more wearable form.
Despite its small size, the Metric Lite still offers plenty of visual interest. The dial features polished indices shaped like tiny mountain peaks, a deep-set rehaut, and soft-glowing lume dots.
With a thickness of 10.5mm and a 34mm lug-to-lug length, it fits snugly on the wrist while still standing out. In a market filled with oversized watches, this one feels refreshing. It’s light, refined, and makes a stylish choice for everyday wear.
Despite its small size, the Metric Lite still brings plenty of visual depth. From the polished mountain-shaped indices to the sunken rehaut and glow-in-the-dark lume dots, there’s a lot to appreciate.
At just 10.5mm thick and 34mm lug-to-lug, it wears low and comfy without losing its design edge. In a world full of chunky watches, this one feels like a breath of fresh air. It’s light, refined, and stylish enough for everyday wear.
The Brew Metric Lite is now available for US$375 (~RM1,765). Head over to Brew’s official website and check them out.
Marathon Limited Edition ADANAC Stainless Steel Navigator Pilot’s Automatic
The Marathon ADANAC Stainless Steel Navigator Pilot’s Automatic is more than just a watch. Released on Canada Day, this limited-edition timepiece celebrates 60 years of the Canadian flag with a bold red Maple Leaf right on the dial.
The name “ADANAC” is actually “Canada” spelled backwards, a subtle nod to its roots that makes this model extra special for collectors and fans of Canadian design.
Marathon is known for making tough watches for the military, but this one is all about Canada. The ADANAC Navigator has a 41mm stainless steel case and a red 12-hour bezel so you can track two time zones.
It’s great for travel or staying in touch with people across the country. The watch is slim at 11.5mm thick, fits well on most wrists, and comes with a fabric strap that you can easily change.
The ADANAC runs on a reliable Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement with a 41-hour power reserve, 26 jewels, and shock protection for daily use. It also features tritium gas tubes on the dial, so it glows all the time, even in the dark.
With only 500 pieces available, it’s a solid pick for anyone who wants a well-built, limited-edition watch that blends everyday toughness with a proud Canadian design.
The Marathon ADANAC Navigator Pilot’s Automatic is priced at US$1,280 (~RM6,025). You can now explore it on Marathon’s official website and secure one while it’s still available. If you’re into military-grade builds with a proud Canadian twist, this might just be the watch for you.
