Tactical Black
$5203,432
43 mm300 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The RGMT Tactical Black Defender is built for those who demand rugged performance and style. With its lightweight forged carbon case and 30 ATM water resistance, this limited edition watch is a true companion for adventurers. Priced at $590, it's an excellent value for a unique timepiece with serious capabilities.
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50 Pieces Only Per Variant Designed for endurance and built for mission-grade performance, the Defender pushes boundaries with its full forged carbon case at 43mm – delivering extreme lightness and formidable strength in one. Powered by Japanese automatic movement and protected by 30 ATM water resistance, the Defender marks the unmistakable attitude of RGMT timepieces.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
Pulled straight from the spec sheet, framed for the buyer. The editorial verdict is the Sensei's take above.
Strengths
- Serious water resistance (300m)
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 43 mm it wears boldly.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- RG-8069-01
- Released
- 2025
- Production
- Limited edition
- Case diameter
- 43 mm
- Thickness
- 13.3 mm
- Lug width
- 22 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- Carbon
- Water resistance
- 300 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflection
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- black
- Indices
- indices
- Strap / bracelet
- silicone
- Clasp
- buckle
- Functions
- Hour, Minute, Second, Date
- Fit
- Men's
The maker
RGMT
The philosophy of RGMT centers on quality, reliability, and functionality. Each watch is engineered to meet stringent military standards, ensuring that they perform exceptionally under demanding conditions while also emphasizing the importance of craftsmanship and precision in watchmaking.
