Since the invention of the world’s first self-illuminating wristwatch in 1989, traser has stood for pioneering spirit and highly functional watch technology. Now, traser once again sets new standards – and introduces not just one but two groundbreaking innovations with the special edition P99 Iris, limited to 300 pieces. The combination of next-generation Super Powered trigalights and a flexibly closable iris diaphragm ensures optimal readability with absolute control. Both Swiss-made solutions are patented and the result of years of development.

Permanent light sources allow an ideal time display even in prolonged darkness. While the “Always-on Technology” offers high reliability, it could not be flexibly turned on or off at the push of a button – until now. After extensive development, traser presents an entirely new application in the watch sector: a closable iris diaphragm that can completely darken the dial in an instant. This innovation is paired with another first in the P99 Iris Limited Edition: the introduction of even brighter Super Powered trigalights.

traser thus combines two seemingly opposing elements into one highly performative package: unrestricted readability with complete concealment.

Two Worlds United: Light and Darkness

A quarter turn of the ergonomically grooved bezel counterclockwise is all it takes to close the 16-blade iris diaphragm. Opening it is just as intuitive – a clockwise turn retracts the blades beneath the case rim, providing and unobstructed view of the high-contrast dial. The mechanism is protected by an anti-reflective sapphire crystal and has been rigorously tested for durability. Since the blades require no lubrication, the P99 Iris Limited Edition is maintenance-free and guarantees consistently precise operation.

Consistently precise also describes the time readability: Like all traser watches, the P99 Iris features the in-house self-powered trigalight technology, which illuminates hands and dial markers continuously –without any external energy source. This special edition marks the first-ever use of the Super Powered trigalight elements in a watch. Thanks to special coating, the capillaries offer increased luminosity, making the P99 Iris’s indices stand out with unprecedented clarity.

Limited Availability – Unlimited Functionality

While access is restricted to 300 pieces, the uncompromising functionality of the P99 Iris has absolutely no restrictions: The iris diaphragm, dial and PVD-coated stainless-steel case are deliberately kept in matt black to avoid light reflections. The case with a water-resistance up to 10 bar, a screw-down crown and the solid screw-in back with the engraved limitation number provide effective protection for both the iris mechanism and the Swiss quartz movement inside.

A rubber or textile strap, either all black or with a camouflage pattern, fastens the limited edition securely and comfortably on the wrist.

Constant visibility or complete concealment – the choice is now in the hands of the wearer.

Available at traser.com

OLATHE, Kan./April 24, 2025/ – Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced the Instinct® 3 – Tactical Edition, its newest lineup of tactical smartwatches, now offered with a crisp AMOLED display or solar-powered display for maximum battery life. Designed for any mission, Instinct 3 – Tactical Edition adds a metal-reinforced bezel for extreme durability, rucking activity for training, and built-in LED flashlight on both 45mm and 50mm units for low-light conditions. And with incredible battery life, it’s easy to stay prepared longer; the AMOLED model gets up to 24 days on a single charge in smartwatch mode, while the solar charging models can get unlimited battery life1.

“The Instinct series has proven itself time and again as the ultimate choice for individuals who need an advanced smartwatch they can depend on in any situation. With incredible battery life, an innovative rugged design and dedicated features for your tactical lifestyle, the Instinct 3 – Tactical Edition answers the call and dares to be more.”

–Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Consumer Sales and Marketing

Rugged yet bold

Featuring bolted construction with a metal-reinforced bezel, fiber-reinforced polymer case and scratch-resistant display, Instinct 3 – Tactical Edition sets a new standard for durability. The lineup is also built to MIL-STD 810 for thermal and shock resistance and is water-rated up to 100 meters. Plus, the built-in flashlight provides variable intensities, a green light to help protect natural night vision, and strobe mode to assist with location signaling in difficult terrain. For night operations, Night Vision Goggle (NVG) mode dims the display to levels functional to the primary user (including those wearing night optic devices) but nearly invisible to anyone else.

Dare for more with these Instinct 3 – Tactical Edition features

– Rucking activity: The dedicated activity profile allows users to input pack weight to better understand the physical exertion associated with rucking. During various activities like trail running, hiking and walking, users can also add their pack weight.

– Ballistic solutions: All Instinct 3 – Tactical Edition units come with Applied Ballistics® solver (unlock fee required) and are compatible with the Applied Ballistics Quantum app.

– Dedicated tactical features: Purpose-built with dedicated features like Stealth Mode, Kill Switch, and Jumpmaster, Instinct 3 – Tactical Edition provides the tools for any mission.

– Two sizes: Available in a 45mm or 50mm solar-powered display and a 50mm AMOLED display.

– Increased solar efficiency: A larger, more efficient solar lens harnesses the power of the sun even better. Compared to Instinct 2 Solar, the new 50mm Instinct 3 – Tactical Edition solar model gets more than five times the battery life in GPS mode when solar charging.

– Multi-band GPS with SatIQ™ technology: Experience superior positioning accuracy while optimizing battery life.

– 24/7 health and wellness monitoring: Track steps, heart rate, advanced sleep monitoring, wrist-based Pulse Ox2, heart rate variability (HRV) status and more3.

– Smart notifications: Receive emails, texts and alerts right on the watch when paired with a compatible Apple® or Android™ smartphone.

Lead the charge

Users can navigate confidently with a 3-axis compass, barometric altimeter and multi-band GPS with SatIQ™ technology, delivering superior positioning while optimizing battery life. Users can also pair their Instinct 3 – Tactical Edition with the Garmin Explore™ App to review more detailed maps, create waypoints and courses and more to stay on course.

In sensitive locations, users can utilize Stealth Mode, which turns off wireless communications but still collects distances traveled and biometric data without recording location data. Leveraging this feature allows the watch to be used – and even upload logged data – while concealing its location, which is typically visible through popular mobile training apps. If security becomes an issue, the watch’s Kill Switch wipes the device of all user memory. Other mission-focused features include a dual-position format, which simultaneously displays two sets of coordinates on a single screen, Jumpmaster, a preloaded tactical activity, and projected waypoints.

Train for the mission

With sports apps like rucking, hiking, running, climbing, hunting, skiing and more, Instinct 3 – Tactical Edition is the ultimate wingman for any training experience. While in-field, TracBack® routing helps provide a route back to the starting point as well as reference points of known spots relative to that location. In addition to built-in sports apps for outdoor adventures, Instinct 3 – Tactical Edition is loaded with apps for activities like HIIT, cardio, indoor and outdoor track running, basketball and more.

Users can prepare for the next race, train for a milestone, or strive to improve overall fitness with Garmin Coach adaptive and prebuilt training plans for running and cycling. View an entire week of daily suggested workouts that adapt after every run or ride or create step-by-step workouts from more than 1,600 exercises in the Garmin Connect™ app, then send them directly to the watch. And track intensity minutes, VO2 max and recovery time to receive guidance on recommended recovery times to reduce fatigue and burnout.

Safety and tracking features include incident detection (during select outdoor activities) and Assistance, which can send a message with the user’s GPS location (if available) to emergency contacts when paired with a smartphone4.

Available to order on Garmin.com on April 30, the Instinct 3 – Tactical Edition AMOLED model has a suggested retail price of $599.99 while the solar charging models start at $499.99.

Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for adventurers, athletes, off-road explorers, road warriors and outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to developing products that enhance experiences, enrich lives and help provide peace of mind, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. Visit the Garmin Newsroom, email our media team, connect with @garminoutdoor on social, or follow our blog.

1 Assumes all-day wear, 3 hours per day outside in 50,000 lux conditions.

2 This is not a medical device and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or monitoring of any medical condition; see Garmin.com/ataccuracy. Pulse Ox not available in all countries.

3 Activity tracking accuracy.

4 When paired with a compatible smartphone. For safety and tracking feature requirements and limitations, see Garmin.com/safety.

Authentic. Automatic. Autonomous.

A sophisticated case construction, selected materials, and, of course, the self-illuminating trigalight technology: the P99 line is traser’s tactical flagship – and as the successor to the P6500, it embodies the brand’s DNA. Now, traser expands its tool watch collection with a fully autonomous variant: the new P99 A Tactical. As the “A” in the name suggests, the timepiece is powered by a Swiss automatic movement.

Reliability through independence: This has been traser’s guiding principle ever since the invention of the world’s first self-illuminating wristwatch in 1989 led to the founding of the brand. More than three decades later, the watch pioneer remains true to its roots – and now presents the new P99 A Tactical, a timepiece that combines highly functional materials with immense durability, and the independence of a Swiss automatic movement.

As Ambitious as its Users

Like a measuring instrument, all indications are optimized for optimal legibility: the hour and minute hands stand out in a distinctive red against the textured carbon fiber dial and matt black case. The date display is designed as an elongated cutout from six to nine o’clock, aligning parallelly to the minute track in order to enhance the clear dial design. The bidirectional rotating bezel features distinctly large numerals, promoting the ease of monitoring time intervals at a glance.

Thanks to a luminescent glass ring seal, a glowing marker on the crown, as well as trigalight self-illuminating elements on the hands and indices, and as a crosshair insert in the bezel, the P99 A Tactical can be reliably read and operated even in complete darkness. What is literally remarkable: the fine trigalight capillaries shine continuously for years without any external power source, and thus ensure –in combination with the Swiss automatic movement – a dependable and autonomous time display at any given moment.

Double the Durability

To protect the precise watch mechanics from severe impacts and shocks, the P99 A Tactical comes with a special case construction: a carbon-fiber-reinforced polymer encases an inner steel container as a second protective layer. A screwed-down crown with robust flank protection, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, and a water resistance up to 20 bar further equip the double-composite case with additional resilience. Finally, a transparent case back offers a view of the automatic movement powering the watch.

The P99 A Tactical can be worn on the wrist with either a textile or rubber strap. In addition to the two black strap options, traser is introducing a textile version with a camouflage pattern.

From the choice of colors and materials to the special case construction and the technologies used, the P99 A Tactical makes no compromises – and reflects traser’s entire tool watch expertise.

More information at traser.com.

Rescue forces, security agencies, and special units: Since its inception, traser swiss H3 watches have stood firmly by the side of thousands of first responders worldwide. Thanks to their robust construction, functional design, and energy-independent self-powered illumination technology trigalight, these timepieces are designed for reliability in case of emergency. With their latest “Proud to Serve” campaign, the Swiss watch pioneer now highlights three special collaborations with first response teams.

In 1989, the invention of the world’s first self-illuminated wristwatch led to the founding of traser swiss H3 watches. “The Original,” as the model is also known, was developed for, and supplied to the US Army, and met the strict MIL-W-46374F specifications. Since then, the Bern-based watch brand has equipped thousands of emergency responders worldwide with their highly functional timepieces, including the Swiss Air Force.

Now, traser presents three additional collaborations that seamlessly align with the brand’s mission to support professional users with a durable and capable timepiece.

“Our current ‘Proud to Serve’ campaign focuses on everyday heroes. And we wanted to do this with the utmost authenticity possible. Therefore, we deliberately produced the content, which can be found on our social media channels among other places, with emergency responders from the Swiss Society of Emergency and Rescue Medicine, the Basel Fire Department, and the long-serving Polish elite soldier Naval, instead of actors. We also share close partnerships with all of them,” explains Christian Leiggener, Head of traser.

Partnership with SSERM: Perfect Timing in Case of Emergency

Whether on the way to the scene of an accident, during initial treatment or in hospital care: In a medical emergency, a few moments often decide between life and death. As part of a three-year collaboration, traser is now equipping the Swiss Society of Emergency and Rescue Medicine with their tool watches and providing financial support to the association. Additionally, the approximately 470 members and staff of SSERM benefit from special conditions.

“In life-threatening situations, trained, intuitive actions are crucial. My traser watch supports this perfectly: It allows me to intuitively read the time even in the dark. This combination can make a decisive difference,” says Prof. Aristomenis Exadaktylos, emergency physician and former President of the Swiss Society of Emergency and Rescue Medicine, about his traser P99 T Tactical.

Elite Soldier Pawe? “Naval” Mate?czuk: Precision and Orientation on Every Mission

Former Polish elite soldier Pawe? “Naval” Mate?czuk and traser share a long-standing collaboration. His service took Naval to Lebanon, where he cleared the Lebanese-Israeli border area of mines as part of the UNIFIL mission. He then completed a total of nine military missions in Iraq and Afghanistan as a member of the GROM special unit, where he and his unit also participated in counter-terrorism efforts. In countless incidents, Naval has experienced firsthand how crucial full concentration, absolute precision, and constant orientation are for the success of a mission.

“A mission fails as soon as you lose orientation and your way. The traser P68 Pathfinder

Baden Fire Department: Despite Adverse Visibility Conditions

Dense smoke, operations in darkness or at night, and a race against time: Firefighting or responding to natural disasters tests firefighters physically and mentally every day. Not only the responders but also their equipment must withstand shocks, extreme temperatures, and water. The timepieces that traser provides to the Baden Fire Department (Switzerland) meet these exact requirements. All traser watches, thanks to sapphire crystals and high water resistance, possess immense durability. Especially under difficult visibility conditions, trigalight self-illumination elements guarantee consistent readability of the time.

“Just as we depend on the support of our comrades in case of emergency, we must also be able to uncompromisingly rely on our equipment. With my traser P67 Officer Pro, I don’t lose orientation even in exceptional situations,” states Alexander Braun of the Baden Fire Department.

An overview of the aforementioned models below: