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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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Legendary Camera Maker Leica Is Making Watches

You know Leica as the German outfit that meticulously crafts next-level cameras. Now the brand has the perfect accessory to pair with the M10 hanging from your neck. Meet the L1 and L2. No, they're not new cameras; they're watches. Both marry creativity and precision just like their photograph-capturing brethren,…

By Mike Newman
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This Rolex Submariner Just Sold For Over $1 Million

The Rolex you see here is officially the most expensive Submariner ever sold, after it moved for the eye-popping price of $1,068,500 yesterday at Christie's, during the auction house's Evening of Exceptional Watches. "Exceptional" is an apt word here, as this Sub looks little like most of the versions we've…

By Mike Newman
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The Timex MK1 Steel Chronograph Is Built for Everyday Maneuvers

Timex is a stalwart watch brand that's been making some of your favorite everyday watches since long before you were even old enough to wear a watch. They're turning their watchful eye to the world of military-spec watches with the new MK1 Steel Chronograph. Timex forged its iconic, military-spec chronograph…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Sail into New Territory with the Jack Mason Regatta Timer Watch

Inspired by the rich history of regatta and the yacht timer, Jack Mason’s new Regatta Timer watch focuses on functionality by prominently featuring the regatta countdown timer, an essential part of yachting and extremely accurate timekeeping. With the brand's first ever bi-directional compass bezel and a Swiss movement, along with…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Steve McQueen’s Rolex Submariner

When you earn the nickname "The King of Cool," the items you choose to own automatically get a sort of slick seal of approval. If The King of Cool wants it, it's definitely dope. Such is the reason why so many vehicles piloted by Steve McQueen have crossed auction blocks…

By Mike Newman
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