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The best in watches and timepieces: Editor reviews, new releases, limited editions, and the latest news.

This Los Angeles-Based Microbrand Makes the Best Tool Watch Under $1,000
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This Los Angeles-Based Microbrand Makes the Best Tool Watch Under $1,000
By Amos Kwon
What It’s Like to Wear an $85,000 Watch What It’s Like to Wear an $85,000 Watch
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What It’s Like to Wear an $85,000 Watch

I spent some wrist time with the Ulysse Nardin Freak ONE Gold, a wonderfully strange feat of watchmaking with no dial, hands or crown.

By Beau Hayhoe
10 Labor Day Sales You Probably Don’t Know About 10 Labor Day Sales You Probably Don’t Know About
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10 Labor Day Sales You Probably Don’t Know About

Forget the usual suspects. We found worthwhile deals on menswear, watches, luggage, design, fragrance, books, and more.

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Black Book: 12 Products Our Editors Loved in August 2026

The products our editors have been obsessed with in August 2026.

By Cool Material
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Your Dad’s Story Is Unique. His Watch Should Be, Too.

The bond between a child and dad is timeless. This Father's Day, skip the usual gifts and fortify your bond with your Dad by getting him a watch that's as unique and storied as your relationship. That's where the Original Grain Whiskey Collection comes in. Each one of these stylish,…

By Cooper Fleishman
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StockX Is the Place to Go to Buy and Sell Luxury Watches

If you're anything like us, you have quite a few quality watches in your collection. And yet, it still always feels like there's another Rolex, IWC, or Omega missing. Enter StockX, the best place to buy and sell luxury watches. Whether you're looking to pick up a new favorite, or…

By Cooper Fleishman
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The Oris Clean Ocean Limited Edition Helps Highlight the World’s Ocean Plastics Problem

As part of its mission to 'Go Your Own Way', Oris continues their commitment to behave in a more ecologically friendly way. As well as introducing more sustainable materials and manufacturing techniques, it also means raising awareness. The Oceans Project is at the forefront of that ambition, highlighting the threat…

By Cooper Fleishman
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One of Our Favorite Watchmakers Has an Automatic Watch on Sale for More Than Half Off

A couple years ago, we published a feature about the 10 Watch Brands You Should Know, But Probably Don't. Orient was one of those brands, and it remains one of our favorites to this day because they've always been a brand that focused on the combination of high-quality construction, classical…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Hauter Watches Are Affordable, Minimalist Chronographs

Hauter Watches is a brand that was founded by a passionate design team looking to bring something new and interesting to the market. They've done just that with their initial release of sleek, minimalist chronographs that are as well built as they are affordable. Swiss quartz chronograph movement protected by…

By Cooper Fleishman
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