Luminox, meaning "light night" in Latin, has been doing just that. Lighting up the night, as well as the deepest trenches of the ocean or the darkest corners of the globe. For land, air, or water, Luminox Swiss watches are one of the most rugged and enduring brands on the market. Luminox uses self-powered micro gas lights to illuminate the hands, markers, and sometimes bezels of all their watches. With their unique illumination system, Luminox sparked the attention of the US Navy SEALs. In 1994 Luminox launched the Original Navy SEAL dive watch and, with that, became a supplier to the SEALs. It wasn`t too long before the Air Force wanted a watch specifically for them. Luminox collaborated with Lockheed Martin to create a collection that related to their compelling aviation creations. Series such as F-117 Nighthawk, F-16 Fighting Falcon, and the new SR-71 Blackbird were born. Luminox has also supplied Swiss made quartz and mechanical watches for the CIA, FBI, Special Forces, Coast Guard, DEA, Secret Service, and various police, SWAT, and fire departments around the nation. For daytime, or nighttime, enjoy the right time with Luminox Swiss watches.