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Watches

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
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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.

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Zodiac ZMX Chronograph Watch

A watch should do more than just tell the time, it should reflect your style and fit practically into your daily life. The Zodiac ZMX Chronograph Watch is suited for a strong man who desires a sporty watch. It features a durable rubber strap, bold face with subtle detail encased…

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Void Watches

In art the negative space surrounding a figure is just as important as the space it occupies. Swedish designer David Ericsson makes intereseting use of the "void" with the proportions between stainless steel and the glass face of Void Watches. Continuing on the theme of contrast, the classic leather strap…

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The Boombox Watch

Here's a blast from the past so detailed you'll be surprised it doesn't come with mini cassette tapes to jam out to. Right down to the speakers and handlebar, this watch looks like a real mini boombox. This retro timepiece features a dual textured linked band with locking clasp and…

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LEXON Max Date Watch

Its steel case, black rubber/leather bracelet, a subtle touch of orange and off-center setting knob make the LEXON Max Date Watch a simple and sporty timepiece. Features Miyota 6P25 Japanese movement, Dater, and 3ATM water resistance.

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Quiksilver Carter Watch

Don't expect anything less than 10ATM water resistance from the Gatsby of surf watches. The Quiksilver Carter features a stainless steel screw down back case, a stainless steel bracelet with butterfly buckle, reinforced mineral crystal and 3 hand quartz analog movement.

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