A watch rated for 40*g is not "incredibly" delicate. Especially given its history.
What is that? 40gs is a lot to something with a lot of mass, but what is the equivalent to? Probably, dropping on a non-cushioned surface from a distance more than 10 times is diameter.
Its history:
By this train of logic one should stick to G Shocks.
NASA does...
The Speedmaster was great for its day, but compared to even basic and cheap watches now, it is incredibly delicate.
Compared to normal mechanical watches, it is incredibly delicate.