Garmin has just launched a new ultra-premium edition of its Marq Adventurer Gen 2 connected watch. This Damascus Steel version features a case and bezel made from Damascus steel, a material known for its robustness and unique wavy patterns. A hybrid leather and fluorocarbon rubber strap and a durable sapphire crystal complete this premium design. In short, it really is a little gem (in every sense of the word). But, at this price, we won’t all be able to afford it…
A connected watch full of potential
While this watch is obviously very luxurious, its appeal does not only lie in its luxurious finishes.
The Marq Adventurer Gen 2 features a 1.2-inch AMOLED touch screen with a definition of 390 x 390 pixels. It includes most of the advanced features of Garmin Fenix and Epix watches:
- Module GNSS (GPS, Glonass, Galileo)
- Compass, barometric altimeter, gyroscope
- Thermometer to monitor body and ambient temperature
- In-depth training analysis via Garmin Connect
- Heart rate sensors, SpO2, stress
- Garmin Pay contactless payment
- Music and card storage
In short, a concentrate of technologies and noble materials that comes at a high price. Count on $3,100 for this limited edition Marq Adventurer Damascus Steel. An elitist price far from the €1,300 requested for the most expensive Fenix 8 in titanium.
A luxurious design built for adventure
Although based on the features of the Epix Gen 2, the Marq Adventurer is distinguished by its Damascus steel case and bezel. This alloy forges unique moiré patterns reminiscent of small waves. Beyond aesthetics, Damascus steel is prized for its exceptional strength.
Details such as the engraving of a compass on the bezel recall the adventurous vocation of the model. The watch is water resistant up to 100 meters (10 ATM) for water sports. The strap combines leather and fluorocarbon rubber, combining style and durability.
The 1.2-inch AMOLED touch screen offers a definition of 390 x 390 pixels under an ultra-scratch-resistant sapphire glass. Enough to take full advantage of detailed maps and activity data.
The best Garmin watches for the outdoors
In terms of functions, the Marq Adventurer does not revolutionize the range but compiles the ultimate Garmin adventure watches:
| Functionality | Description |
| GNSS complet | GPS, Glonass, Galileo compatible chip for precise location in all circumstances |
| Environmental sensors | Compass, barometric altimeter, gyroscope, thermometer for body and exterior temperature |
| Garmin Connect | In-depth workout analysis, performance metrics, recovery suggestions |
| Fitness tracking | Optical sensors for heart rate, blood oxygen saturation (SpO2), stress level |
| Contactless payment | Garmin Pay solution to pay for purchases from your wrist |
| Storage | Space to save favorite songs and detailed maps |
We will also appreciate the possibility of extending the capabilities of the watch via third-party applications from the Connect IQ store. Enough to personalize the experience as you wish.
Price and availability
The Garmin Marq Adventurer Gen 2 Damascus Steel Edition is already available on the official website and at certain resellers. Its price of €3,250 reserves it for the deepest wallets.
As a reminder, even the most expensive Fenix 8 model in titanium remains affordable in comparison, at “only” €1,300. Lovers of watchmaking and exceptional materials will nevertheless be seduced by this ultra-complete high-end edition.
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2024-10-26 06:19:00