Jaeger-LeCoultre has an ongoing partnership with the United States Navy Special Forces, the Navy Seals. The La Sentier manufacture, Jaeger-LeCoultre, sends its prototype and production Master Compressor Navy Seal limited edition timepieces to actual Navy Seals, for real-life testing.

The company then uses any feedback to continuously improve the features, functions, usability, and comfort of this highly tactical line of timepieces. The end result is a collection of timepieces that are designed for rugged daily use, whether you are a Special Forces soldier or not.

The Master Compressor Navy Seal collection consists of a mechanical alarm function, a chronograph, and a diver’s watch all in one. They’re extremely shock-resistant, water-resistant, and highly legible. All have a 60-minute dive bezel and the signature Master Compressor wing-nut style screw-down crown system.

I like all three Jaeger-LeCoultre Navy Seal timepieces because they are all very rugged, tactical, and highly functional. I really like the utility of alarm or chronograph timepieces, however, the simplicity of a basic diver, is hard to beat. With a basic diver, the dial is uncluttered and time can be read clearly at a slight glance, even underwater or in the dark.