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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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Bell & Ross BR01 Pro Titanium

This square timepiece is anything but boring. Constructed with titanium, you may forget it is even on your wrist. Bell & Ross offer a more high-tech feel with this watch, without all of the buttons and beeps. An anti-reflective crystal coating covers the automatic chronograph movement, offering protection as well…

By Cool Material Guest
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Retro Turntable Watch

Bring some 80's retro to your wrist with this blast from the past. The vinyl album acts as the second hand, with the time displayed to the left, giving you the coolest watch ever. It is stainless steel with a leather strap, and will make you want to hit the…

By Cool Material Guest
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TX 800 Series Chronograph Watch

TX does it again with their new 800 series watches. Not only does this watch look great, but it is super durable. The casing is a tough, yet lightweight titanium and features hard black carbide treatments and a sapphire crystal. Need a new cool watch or just want to add…

By Tim Jacobsen
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Nike Heritage 2i Chrono PU Watch

Nike doesn’t just do it for sneakers. This chronograph watch is a part of their unique line of sports oriented timepieces. Taking the classic look of a stopwatch, they have transformed it into a good looking wrist attachment. A simple look, it will accessorize all of your workouts nicely, and…

By Tim Jacobsen
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BALL Engineer Master II Diver TMT Watch

This is the must have watch for every active outdoorsman. Built for the roughest conditions, it can withstand temps from 40 below to well over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. It even has its own thermometer to give you an accurate temperature reading. The scratch resistant carbon coating will keep it looking…

By Tim Jacobsen
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