Inspired by its original issue to U.S. elite military units under the MIL‑W‑50717 specification in the 1970s, the BENRUS Type 2 Mil Spec is a modern reinterpretation of a veteran tool watch. Built for the field yet refined for civilian wear, this timepiece blends rugged heritage with contemporary precision. The matte black dial features high‑contrast Arabic numerals, a 12/24‑hour inner track, and a clean layout designed for speed and legibility under pressure.
Housed in a sand‑blasted 316L stainless steel case measuring 39.5 mm in diameter and 14.4 mm thick, the watch offers a lug‑to‑lug of around 47.7 mm, delivering a wrist presence that is substantial yet wearable. The case includes a bidirectional bezel with a black aluminum insert and 12 hour scale, screw‑down crown, and double‑domed sapphire crystal with dual anti‑reflective coatings. Water resistance is rated at 365 m (1,200 ft), elevating it well beyond standard field watch requirements.
Powered by the reliable Swiss automatic ETA 2892A2 movement, the BENRUS Type 2 delivers approximately 42 hours of power reserve, hacking seconds, and robust performance suited to both adventure and everyday wear. Whether you’re drawn to its military pedigree or appreciate the industrial design aesthetic, this Mil‑Spec homage is at home in the field, at the office, or on your next expedition.
- Case Material: Sand‑blasted 316L Stainless Steel
- Diameter: 39.5 mm
- Thickness: 14.4 mm
- Lug‑to‑Lug: ~47.7 mm
- Movement: ETA 2892A2 Automatic
- Power Reserve: ~42 hours
- Water Resistance: 365 m / 1,200 ft
- Crystal: Double‑domed Sapphire with dual AR coating
- Bezel: Bidirectional rotating with 20‑minute scale, aluminum insert
- Dial: Matte Black, 12/24‑hour Arabic numerals, Super‑LumiNova® on hands & markers
- Strap or Bracelet: Rubber strap with pin buckle (20 mm width)
- Warranty: 2 Years (BENRUS standard)
Benrus was founded in New York by Benjamin Lazrus and his two brothers and took its name from the first syllable of his name and the last syllable of the family name. The three young men combined $5,000 in savings and started importing Swiss watch movements and casing them in New York City. They headquartered the fledgling company in the iconic Hippodrome building, nestled in the jewelry district and what is known to still be the “heart” of the City. Today, the company’s headquarters remains in the same location.
