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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.

By Cool Material
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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
The Hill-Side Finally Made Watch Bands

It doesn't matter if you're talking about their sneakers, pocket squares, ties, scarves, totes or caps, The Hill-Side has always been about quality materials and construction. The patterns and colors in their fabrics are second to none and, quite frankly, gorgeous. Now we all have the opportunity to wear some…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Store Your Watches In These Folds When You’re Not Wearing Them

It's rare you find the watch perfect for every occasion. Sure, dropping a ton on a fine timepiece should have you covered in most scenarios, but if that's not in your budget, or you like to have some variety in your wrist-wear, you'll need something to carry your collection when…

By Mike Newman
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18 New Suigeneric Summer Watch Straps

100% hand waxed cotton watch straps in 10.5" length with stainless steel hardware is what Suigeneric has been doing for a while. There are other people that make replacement NATO style cotton watch straps, but no one does fun patterns like Suigeneric. They just released 18 new straps for Summer…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Canvas Watch Company Crowdsources Watch Design

Yes, this is another watch company launching on Kickstarter, but the crowdsourcing for Canvas Watch Company doesn't end with the platform they chose to launch on. Rather than applying numbers and markers to the face of the watch itself, they're printed on the inside of the sapphire crystal. This gives…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Mvmt Watches Are Affordable, High-Quality Timepieces

We featured Mvmt Watches back when they were cruising to success on Indiegogo, and now that their campaign has ended, we've added a few of their sharp timepieces to our shop for you to buy. Each is made with the same attention to detail and high-quality parts as many more…

By Mike Newman
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