Luminox partnered up with ICE-SAR, a hardcore group of volunteers who risk their life to get people out of threatening situations in the country’s most treacherous terrains. During these missions, time is of essence as it is a matter of life and death. Freezing weather conditions means that modern day equipment cannot function as well. Rescuers require a watch that is tough and provides a quick glance of the time in any light conditions. Luminox watches are produced to excel in these extreme places. The first collection born out of the partnership was the ICE-SAR Arctic 1000 Series, followed by the ICE-SAR Arctic 1200 Series with a number of noteworthy tweaks.

All the ICE-SAR Arctic 1000 series use a 46mm Carbonox™ case. Exclusive to Luminox, Carbonox™ is an extremely tough and durable carbon-based material. Much lighter than steel, hypoallergenic and extremely durable and resistant.These timepieces all feature scratch-resistant sapphire crystals, are powered by a Swiss Made quartz movement from Ronda and all are water resistant to 200 meters. Features include date, with a sweep second hand.

All the Arctic 1200 Series watches are powered by a Ronda quartz movement with a lithium battery and, due to the case’s screw down case back and crown, are all water resistant to 200 meters (20 ATM). The hands are inspired by the carabiners the teams use, while the red graphic around the date window is the ICE-SAR logo. The dial, on which is printed a map of the world, with the coordinates of the ICE-SAR headquarters in Reykjavik smack in the middle, is protected by a sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating and framed by a bi-directional turning bezel.