The Benrus Type 2 MIL SPEC marks the triumphant return of a true military legend. Originally commissioned in 1972 under the MIL-W-50717 specification for U.S. Navy SEALs, UDT teams, and other elite operatives, the Type 2 was born from the uncompromising demands of special operations. Built alongside the iconic Type 1, it earned its reputation as a no-nonsense field instrument, rugged, precise, and utterly dependable in the world’s harshest environments.
Reintroduced for 2025, the new Type 2 MIL SPEC remains fiercely loyal to its military roots while benefiting from modern Swiss craftsmanship. Its 39.5 mm sandblasted stainless-steel case, double-domed sapphire crystal, and BW G9 Super-LumiNova ensure mission-ready clarity and endurance. A bi-directional bezel and 36.5 ATM water resistance make it equally capable above or below the surface, true to its utilitarian origins.
Inside beats the Swiss ETA 2892 automatic calibre, a paragon of reliability with a 42-hour power reserve. Finished with a black rubber strap and MIL SPEC engraved caseback, this is a watch built without compromise, an authentic tool watch reborn for collectors and adventurers who value purpose, precision, and provenance in equal measure.