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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
Fashion
Bentley Teamed up with Breitling for a Pair of Limited Edition Centenary Watches

In 1919, W.O. Bentley built his first car, which means his eponymous car company is celebrating a 100 year anniversary this year. We've seen plenty of brands celebrate anniversaries in interesting ways, but Bentley is really pulling out the stops for the Centenary celebration. All of the cars rolling out…

By Cooper Fleishman
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TACS Nato-Lens Watches Are Inspired by Camera Lenses

If you're like us, you have plenty of quality watches in your collection. None of them are like TACS latest release, the Nato-Lens watches. Inspired by standard camera operation, the TACS Nato-Lens watch speaks to lifestyle and passion for photography, while also being durable enough for the outdoors or everyday…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Fashion
Casio G-Shock Full Metal 5000 in 18K Gold

You can drop your hard-earned $69 grand on a beautiful Patek Philippe Grand Complication and horophiles (watch collectors) everywhere will bow before you. Or you can spend that same amount and get something really special like this solid 18K gold Casio G-Shock 5000. That's right, a digital watch that's normally…

By Amos Kwon
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Save up to 50% on More Than 4,000 Items During the Nordstrom Winter Sale

Whether you're getting a jump on spring cleaning or looking to spark some joy in your life after watching a little too much Netflix, Nordstrom is back with another sale that will fill your recently cleaned closet or help you pick up a new things to clear out some old…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Fashion
Dango Modular Watches Have Quick Release Lugs and Straps

Ever since we used Dango's Tactical Wallet we've wondered what kind of innovations the brand could bring to other pieces of our EDC like our watch. After over a year in development, the wait is over--Dango Modular Watches are here. Whether you're a field, dive, or chronograph watch guy, each…

By Cooper Fleishman
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