Luminox has spent decades building its reputation on rugged, purpose-built timepieces. Still, the brand’s partnership with the Icelandic Association for Search and Rescue (ICE-SAR) takes that commitment to a whole new level. When the job involves sub-zero temperatures, blinding storms, and rescues measured in minutes, reliability isn’t optional — it’s survival. That’s precisely why ICE-SAR teams trust Luminox on their missions, and the new ICE-SAR 1080 Series reflects every bit of that no-nonsense DNA.
Designed for extreme conditions, the Luminox 1080 Series features an ultra-durable 45mm CARBONOX™ case, a rugged, textured dial, and shock-resistant construction engineered to withstand harsh impacts. A sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating ensures clarity in low-light and whiteout conditions. But what truly sets this watch apart is its visibility: 15 Luminox Light Technology tubes, paired with Super-LumiNova accents, deliver a constant glow for up to 25 years, making it readable in total darkness — a critical advantage during rescue operations.
The Limited-Edition ICE-SAR model, capped at just 874 pieces worldwide, commemorates the year Iceland’s first settlers arrived (874 AD). This special version stands out with a fire-red strap and matching outer dial ring, combining tactical functionality with bold, mission-ready style. Powered by a Swiss Quartz RONDA 515 movement, water-resistant to 200 meters, and equipped with a pulsometer scale, it’s a precision tool built for those who push into the world’s harshest environments.
Available in Red, Blue, and Black, the ICE-SAR 1080 Series embodies Luminox’s core ethos: Always Visible. Always Ready.
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