{"product_id":"mwc-p656-2025-model-pvd-tactical-series-watch-with-gtls-tritium-sapphire-crystal-and-ten-year-battery-life-1","title":"MWC P656 2025 Model PVD Tactical Series Watch with GTLS Tritium, Sapphire Crystal and Ten Year Battery Life","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU Code: PV656WD\/QZ\/D\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMWC Tactical Series P656 watches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare built for durability and performance, featuring military-grade stainless steel cases and 300m water resistance. Designed for law enforcement, marine, surface, and airborne applications, these watches exceed U.S. MIL-W-46374F Type 6 specifications. They are frequently ordered in bulk by contractors for their reliability in demanding environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRonda 715li\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e10 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e30 ATM (300m \/ 1000 ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude Accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMaintains precision up to 12,000m (40,000 ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHacking Movement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnsures accurate time synchronization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTritium Illumination:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCompliant with U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations (10 CFR 30.15)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMilitary-grade PVD stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter (Excluding Crown):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e42mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter (Including Crown):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e44mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug-to-Lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e49mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e14mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e32mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e22mm military webbing strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e300m (1000 ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eScratch-resistant sapphire with anti-reflective coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e24 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Performance Enhancements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Modern Demands\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe P656 watches incorporate significant upgrades inspired by mid-1990s designs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eShatter-resistant sapphire with anti-reflective coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUpgraded from 30m (1990s models) to 300m.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e18.8 Oe for durability in magnetic environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eComplies with NIHS 91-10 standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScrew-Down Locking Crown and Caseback:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnsures maximum durability and water resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Visibility Bezel Numerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy to read in low-light conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Dial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDesigned for readability in adverse lighting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwiss Tritium GTLS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProvides brighter illumination compared to conventional luminous paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCovert PVD Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMatte black, non-reflective PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) finish for covert operations by special forces, anti-terrorist units, and police forces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eChemically bonded to the metal for long-lasting performance under harsh conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResilience:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe finish typically remains intact for years, even under extreme abrasion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual Time Zone Tracking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffortless Adjustment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe P656 features a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12-hour bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor simplified dual time zone tracking:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffset the bezel by the required hours to track a second time zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExample:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn Paris, align \"9 o'clock\" on the bezel with the 3-hour marker to track Miami (6 hours behind).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design maintains the 300m water resistance and classic diver watch aesthetics while enhancing versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of Sapphire Crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSynthetic sapphire is an industry-leading material for watch crystals, offering:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIdeal for military personnel, law enforcement, and outdoor enthusiasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHeat-treated sapphire provides superior durability compared to plexiglass or mineral glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Reflective Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnsures optimal visibility under all conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe History of MIL-W-46374-G Watches and the P656\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe P656 series builds upon the MIL-W-46374F specifications, first published on October 14, 1991. The \"G\" revision in the mid-1990s led to the creation of the Stocker \u0026amp; Yale Type 6 Navigator watch, a key milestone in military-grade timepieces. This watch can be seen in the final image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe final image shows an original U.S. MIL-W-46374F Type 6 watch from 1995\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP656: A Modern Evolution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe P656 series retains the legacy of the Type 6 Navigator while introducing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Steel Cases:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUpgraded from composite materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Water Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eImproved to 300m for demanding marine and tactical applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTailored for both military and civilian use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features of the Original Type 6 Navigator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHacking Quartz Movement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEnsures precision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotating GMT-Pattern Bezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSupports navigation functionality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Altitude Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWithstands altitudes up to 35,000 ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eShields against fields up to 125±1 gauss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDesigned to endure salt fog and perspiration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTritium Illumination:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOrange\/red markers at 12 o’clock improve orientation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Timeline of the Original P650\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1995:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eInitial batch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1999:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSecond production run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2000:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFinal batch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MWC - Military Watch Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48973333299530,"sku":"PV656WD\/QZ\/D","price":402.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1140\/1866\/files\/PV656WD_AU_D_B.jpg?v=1736355751","url":"https:\/\/mwcwatch.com\/products\/mwc-p656-2025-model-pvd-tactical-series-watch-with-gtls-tritium-sapphire-crystal-and-ten-year-battery-life-1","provider":"MWC - Military Watch Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}