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Watches

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

The Rolex That Survived a Fighter Pilot Ejection
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The Rolex That Survived a Fighter Pilot Ejection
By Beau Hayhoe
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The products our editors have been obsessed with in July 2026.

By Cool Material
The Cool Shop The Cool Shop
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The Cool Shop

What I'm buying, wearing, and using, this week.

By Lanny Fuller
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Summer’s Best Watches Under $1,500

Summer calls for lighter materials, brighter colors, and watches that can go from the beach to dinner without missing a beat.

By Amos Kwon
Fashion
SEIKO Spring Drive Spacewalk Watch

When game designer Richard Garriott took his spacewalk as the sixth space tourist in 2008 he wanted a watch that could not only survive the journey but function normally in space. SEIKO stepped up to the challenge to create the Spring Drive Spacewalk Watch. Battery powered watches couldn't be used…

By Cool Material Guest
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Fashion
Steel Blaze Watch

Proving that you don't have to spend an arm and a leg to get a classy traditional watch, the Steel Blaze Watch looks luxurious without a lofty price tag. The large steel case and handsome black stitched leather strap demonstrate simplicity accented perfectly by steel rivets on either side. Straps…

By Cool Material Guest
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Phones
Bell & Ross iPhone App

When you think of Bell & Ross images of handsome traditional analog watches usually come to mind rather than handheld gadgets like the iPhone. However that's changed since the luxury watch company designed an app that lets iPhone users get a small glimpse into what it is to own a…

By Cool Material Guest
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Fashion
Botta Design UNO Automatic Watch

Simplicity in its purest form, the Uno Automatic features only a single hand on top of a clean black or white face. Only the hour hand is present marking exactly how far it is between one hour and the next, eliminating the need for clutter and excess information. While simple…

By Cool Material Guest
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Fashion
Nixon Newton Watch

This smooth looking watch has a minimalist style that's light on excessive color and detail. The face features simple red and blue dots to indicate the time, rather than hands. The case is made from custom molded polycarbonate and hardened mineral crystal. The band is made from one piece of…

By Cool Material Guest
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