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

The 66 Watch Terms You Should Know Before Buying Your Next Timepiece
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The 66 Watch Terms You Should Know Before Buying Your Next Timepiece
By Cool Material
9 Luxury Watches to Satisfy Your Inner Child
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9 Luxury Watches to Satisfy Your Inner Child

Luxury watches can be a serious investment. But luxury watches can also be fun, as these nostalgic picks prove.

By Karlton Miko Tyack
Rolex Cheat Codes: Vintage Models Well Under $5k
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Rolex Cheat Codes: Vintage Models Well Under $5k

The crown connotes a rarified tier of luxury—but the barrier to entry is actually lower than you’d imagine. There are two surprisingly approachable ways to discover the brand.

By Karlton Miko Tyack
The 8 Best Affordable Chronograph Watches
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The 8 Best Affordable Chronograph Watches

Chronograph watches have their roots in utility, but modern iterations of the style are just as much about versatile aesthetics.

By Amos Kwon
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The Best Watch Boxes To Keep Your Timepieces Organized

The finer things in life look as good when in rest mode as they do in action: a good motorcycle, a fine whiskey, and, of course, an exquisitely crafted wristwatch. A good watch box is essential for any collector, as it not only helps in keeping your timepieces safe but…

By Cool Material
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The Nixon Time Teller Solar Is the Perfect Everyday Watch With DYI Band Adjustments

There’s a certain type of watch lover who has a case of timepieces that they love and have gathered over time, but that sit languishing in a watch box in the closet. Maybe it’s a battery that went dead that still hasn’t been replaced after years of saying “next time…

By Nickolaus Hines
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Fashion
Upgrade Your Apple Watch With Pitaka’s Stylish Dreamland Bands

Think every Apple Watch looks the same? Then you haven't seen Pitaka's two new Dreamland Apple Watch Bands. Mosaic is inspired by legendary architect Antoni Gaudi, capturing  the essence of small, disordered fragments as the building blocks of everything. Stairs is inspired by the architectural genius Bofill revolves around the…

By Pat McLaughlin
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Fashion
Timex x Todd Snyder Liquor Store Watch

Introducing the Timex x Todd Snyder Liquor Store Watch, a collaboration that embodies timeless style and effortless cool. This wristwatch combines the craftsmanship of Timex with the design finesse of Todd Snyder, resulting in a perfect blend of modern aesthetics and expert watchmaking. The third edition of the Liquor Store…

By John A. Paradiso
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The US Space Force Has an Official Watch – And It’s Actually Pretty Cool

You probably haven't heard about the US Space Force, the space service branch of the Armed Forces, since it was established. And it quickly became the butt of many jokes. But, the division's official timepiece is no laughing matter. Introducing the US Space Force Micromilspec Watch, which merged sleek design…

By John A. Paradiso
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