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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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Get a Job on the Railroad with the OMEGA Railmaster

Aside from staunch traditionalists and divers, we can’t think of anyone who really uses their watch as a tool anymore. As much as we like them, most of us consider them accessories. We use them, definitely, but they’re not indispensable the way they used to be. For example, before the…

By Dillon McLaughlin
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Last Days to Save During the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale ends this Sunday, so now's your last chance to get all the pieces you're going to want to add to the rotation. Just-arrived fall styles! Limited-time sale prices! You'll find everything from Nike shoes and Wolverine boots, to Barbour jackets and Herschel bags, to MVMT watches…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Fashion
Watch Gang Sends You a Premium New Watch Every Month

Want to own some impressive watches without paying a premium for them? You need to check out the premier watch club Watch Gang. Every month, Watch Gang will ship you a high-quality watch guaranteed to be worth two to five times what you paid because all watches are valued from…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Ikepod Is Coming Back with a New Line of Watches

In case you weren't paying attention, cult-classic brand Ikepodis coming back later this year without one of their key investors and a new direction focused on bringing you the best watch possible. With two different models slated for production--a "Duopod" stainless watch with a 42mm case and chronograph "Chronopod" watch…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Zinvo Blade Watches Are Inspired by Jet Turbines

If you want a watch that will stop people on the street in their tracks, there's no better option than the Zinvo Blade series. Inspired by a jet turbine, the Zinvo Blade has a one-of-a-kind concept featuring a titanium turbine that spins every second. In addition to looking like you're…

By Cooper Fleishman
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