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Watches

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

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Celebrate 150 Years of Craftsmanship With the Bulova Super Seville
By Cool Material
Norqain Makes the Best Luxury Watches You’ve Never Heard Of
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Norqain Makes the Best Luxury Watches You’ve Never Heard Of

The case for an if-you-know-you-know Swiss brand.

By Johnny Motley
Our 10 Favorite Watches From GPHG, the Oscars of Watchmaking
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Our 10 Favorite Watches From GPHG, the Oscars of Watchmaking

This year’s nominees are all about extremes and sparkle, with exceptional examples from Breitling, Bulgari, MB&F, De Bethune, and IWC.

By Karlton Miko Tyack
How the Century-Old Cartier Tank Became a Contemporary Icon
Watches
How the Century-Old Cartier Tank Became a Contemporary Icon

Everything you need to know about Hollywood’s favorite watch—and how to buy one today.

By Brett Braley
Fashion
TAG Heuer Formula 1 x Mario Kart Limited Editions

Swiss watch brand TAG Heuer is steeped in automotive racing history, both real and virtual. They've recently released two watches for a second collaboration with gaming giant Nintendo. The first watch is a Mario Kart F1 Chronograph that's housed in a 44mm stainless steel case with a dial that's all…

By Amos Kwon
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Fashion
The 5 Best German Watch Brands Every Guy Should Know

The conventional mindset when it comes to where watches are made is that Swiss watches are the best, and you can certainly make that argument: Rolex, Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Blancpain, and Omega. But even more affordable Swiss brands such as Oris, Longines, TAG Heuer, and Hamilton receive high…

By Amos Kwon
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Fashion
The Best Go-to Cheap Watches That Work For Every Guy

To my horologically inclined friends, let me apologize up front. I’m just not a watch guy. Try as I might, a watch has always been utilitarian for me. I like the weight of a timepiece, but think of it more as a bracelet. The fact that it can tell time…

By Brett Braley
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Fashion
Seiko 5 Sports Honda Super Cub Limited Edition

Seiko's collab with Honda celebrates the monumental Honda Super Cub motorbike that has sold a staggering 100 million+ units since its debut back in 1958. This makes it the best-selling vehicle in history. The watch, itself, is a Seiko 5 Sports dive watch with a green/cream colorway found on the…

By Amos Kwon
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Fashion
Hamilton Khaki Limited Edition Collection For Hodinkee

Watch site and retailer Hodinkee has been rolling out collabs with dizzying frequency. Their latest is one that should appeal to every man because it consists of two iconic field watches that are the epitome of casual style and practical daily wear. The Hamilton Khaki Limited Edition Collection for Hodinkee…

By Amos Kwon
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