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WatchesA Beloved Swiss Brand Just Launched Its Most Convenient, User-Friendly Watch to Date
Best known for its multi-tools, Victorinox has a healthy ecosystem of timepieces, as well. But this new addition marks a major first.
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Today in GearThis Groovy Watch Takes a Unique Approach to Watchmaking’s Biggest Trend
Sartory-Billard’s latest takes you to funky town with its unique styling.
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WatchesThis Underrated Brand Perfectly Blends Vintage and Modern Watchmaking in Its New Chronograph
Independent Swiss watchmaker Raymond Weil celebrates 50 years with a beautiful chronograph powered by a resto-mod hand-wound movement.
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FootwearOne of Vans’ Most Unconventional Sneakers Gets a Seriously Rugged Outdoor Heritage Update
You’d never expect this classic British dress shoe to be so capable outdoors, but the Off the Wall brand made it work.
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OutdoorsFilson Just Casually Dropped Another Stunning Handcrafted Heirloom Knife
The brand’s exemplary (and elusive) collaboration with a renowned Seattle bladesmith continues with this curly maple-handled beauty.
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Today in GearCrocs May Have Finally Peaked with These Incredibly Inventive Clogs
The definitive rubber clogs give new meaning to stepping on LEGO.
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WatchesThis Divisive Full-Metal Take on an Iconic Japanese Watch Is Over 40 Years in the Making
The brand has employed controversial tech to develop a unique spin on one of the most iconic watches ever made.
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OutdoorsSome of Leatherman’s Coolest and Most Elusive Multi-Tools Are Now Available for a Limited Time
When the renowned brand deigns to unlock the Vault, those who covet collector-class gems dare not hesitate.
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WatchesA Fan-Favorite Affordable Brand Drops a World-Class Travel Watch
Baltic takes a new approach to the mechanical worldtimer format, using a GMT bezel ring and movement to make it much more affordable.
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Today in GearA Penguin, an Igloo Club and the Wildest Caseback of 2026?
Behind the brushed-and-polished Spider Case of Nivada Grenchen’s Antarctic Erotic is a playful penguin automaton engineered by a secret independent watchmaker known only as “Dr. Coldwater.”
Motoring
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SUVs & TrucksJeep Is Readying Its Wrangler-Based Tacoma Rival for a Six-Speed Rematch
The automaker’s pickup truck lost its stick shift last year, though that seems set to change based on reports from the Easter Safari.
Watches
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Automatic WatchesSeiko’s Sleeper Brand Unveils the Best Version Yet of Its Royal Oak Rival
Credor’s Locomotive was a long-lost jewel from a revered watch designer. A new tonal blue dial makes it look better than ever.
Outdoors & EDC
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Reference PointsA Grail Hunting Jacket from the ’80s Returns with an Authentic Reissue
The iconic hunting jacket-turned-vintage-camouflage gem is back for its 40th anniversary, and it looks every bit as thoughtful as the original.
Tech
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AppleYour Apple Watch Quietly Got a Neat New Ability
It’s a small but noteworthy improvement to one of the watch’s most-used apps.
Food & Drink
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GrillingIkea’s Deceptively Versatile Cast-Iron Favorite Is Finally Available in the U.S.
The Swedish furniture giant’s new collection is small but mighty — and the star of the show has already earned a devoted following in other markets.
Style & Travel
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SneakersNike’s Discounted Military “Surplus” Sneaker Is the Bargain of Its Massive Sale
Inspired by tactical clothing designed to blend in, this Swoosh shoe stands out.
Living
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Knives & Multi-ToolsBenchmade’s Unexpected New Knives Might Actually Be Its Most Useful Ever
The brand best known for EDC folders and tough outdoor fixed blades turns its attention to even more ubiquitous cutting tool styles.
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