Introducing Garmin MARQ Adventurer Damascus Steel: A Luxurious Tool Watch Reimagining Ancient Art
Crafted from Damascus steel for unparalleled strength and durability,
the latest timepiece expertly blends premium materials, luxury and performance
Malaysia, 20 January 2025 – Garmin Malaysia today announced the MARQ Adventurer – Damascus Steel Edition, a luxury modern tool watch crafted from Damascus steel, one of the finest materials on earth. The newest timepiece features a stunning AMOLED touchscreen display, domed sapphire lens and 360-degree compass markings on the bezel. And with up to 16 days of battery life in smartwatch mode and up to 42 hours in GPS mode, it’s ready for any of life’s adventures.
“Damascus steel is an incredibly unique material, and we are thrilled to incorporate it into our newest MARQ tool watch. This one-of-a-kind timepiece uses handcrafted materials for those who value sophisticated style and elevated designs. Combining this exquisite material with Garmin’s superior navigation, performance and connected features, MARQ Adventurer – Damascus Steel Edition is the pinnacle of craftsmanship.” – Mr. Scoppen Lin, Assistant General Manager, Garmin Asia
Awakening an ancient art
For 11 centuries, Damascus steel was the finest material in the world, highly sought after because of its strength and flexibility. Now, this ancient art has been reimagined for a modern world—combining Garmin’s passion for luxurious design with uniquely engineered materials. MARQ Adventurer – Damascus Steel Edition features a 46mm watch case and bezel machined from alternating layers of steel. To create the watch body, 10 different layers of steel are welded together into one block that is then heated and put into a forge where it is elongated. This process is repeated four times, resulting in 80 different layers of steel. The steel is then twisted to create a pattern that is completely unique to each watch before it is finally machined and etched.
Blending luxury, function and performance, the Damascus Steel Edition features a sweat- and stain-resistant leather and FKM rubber hybrid strap. Etched into the bezel is a 360-degree compass to help explorers stay on track. With up to 16 days of battery life, this tool watch can get users through their wildest pursuits. And when it’s time to recharge the watch, it’s quick and easy thanks to an intuitive magnetic charger that can restore the battery to 100% within an hour.
MARQ Adventurer – Damascus Steel Edition is the latest innovation in the MARQ lineup—one that, for years, has been synonymous with premium features and exquisite designs. The MARQ (Gen 2) Series introduced Grade 5 Titanium for those looking for a lightweight yet strong tool watch while the Fused Carbon Fiber collection was created for those seeking an even lighter smartwatch for ultimate performance. And now, the Damascus Steel Edition offers elegant and unique design elements for those who value one-of-a-kind timepieces.
Designed with the explorer in mind
With premium navigation features, this new timepiece is the perfect companion to the finest expeditions.
- Advanced mapping: View terrain contours, elevations, parks, coastlines and more on TopoActive maps; access preloaded maps for thousands of golf courses and ski resorts around the world; and use NextFork map guide to make maps more glanceable to see what’s beyond the next turn.
- Outdoor Maps+: Receive premium mapping content, like satellite imagery and enhanced topographic maps right on the watch (subscription required).
- SatIQ technology: Experience superior positioning accuracy in challenging environments—all while optimizing battery life.
- Trusted navigation: Explore off the beaten path with a built-in altimeter, barometer and electronic 3-axis compass. ClimbPro ascent planner provides real-time information on current and upcoming climbs, while round-trip routing creates suggested routes that lead back to the starting point.
- Expedition activity: Conserve battery power to extend backcountry travels by weeks.
- Acclimation: View current elevation, acclimated elevation and correlated Pulse Ox1, heart rate2 and respiration rate to help understand how the body is holding up.
Perform at your best, monitor the rest
Like all MARQ tool watches, the Damascus Steel Edition includes Garmin’s full suite of health and wellness, training and connected features.
- Health and wellness monitoring: Track heart rate 24/7 and receive alerts if it stays outside of selected ranges while at rest; receive a full breakdown of light, deep and REM sleep stages as well as a sleep score and advanced sleep insights; see how well the body is getting acclimated to elevation with wrist-based Pulse Ox; and view energy levels throughout the day and gain personal insights into how sleep, naps and daily activities can affect energy with Body Battery energy monitoring.
- Training insights: Receive a training readiness score every morning based on sleep quality, recovery, training load and more; stay active with dozens of preloaded sports apps for trail running, swimming, biking, hiking, golfing and more; follow Garmin Coach training plans that adapt day-to-day based on performance, recovery and health metrics.
- Connectivity tools: When paired with a compatible iPhone or Android smartphone, view the day’s weather and sunrise and sunset times; receive smart notifications; workout with peace of mind with incident detection, assistance and LiveTrack3; and download songs from Spotify, Deezer, Amazon Music or YouTube Music (premium subscription required) for phone-free listening.
Available now, MARQ Adventurer – Damascus Steel Edition has a suggested retail price of RM16,180 and can be purchased on Garmin e-store, at selected Garmin Brand Stores (Mid Valley Megamall, LaLaport Bukit Bintang, IOI City Mall, 1 Utama Shopping Centre) and Watatime.
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. For more information, visit Garmin's virtual pressroom at garmin.com.my/news/pressroom/, or follow us at facebook.com/GarminMalaysia, instagram.com/GarminMalaysia, youtube.com/GarminMalaysiaAsia or follow our adventures at Garmin Malaysia Blog.
1This 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 is not available in all countries.)
2Activity tracking accuracy.
3 When paired with your compatible smartphone. For safety and tracking feature requirements and limitations, see Garmin.com/safety.