I wore this watch to the office for about a week when I noticed the crystal was already broken. The crystal protrudes slightly past the top ring but does not have a beveled edge - the abrupt edge is a known as a "stress concentrator" and in brittle materials (such as glass) means a high likelihood of breaking. I would not classify this as rugged, nor would I recommend this watch until they see fit to bevel the edge of the crystal or extend the top ring to protect the edge.
- CJ
on 2/21/2012