We pride ourselves on a few core tenants: strong, relevant reporting, depth of knowledge in our respective fields, living the life of adventure we portray, and visually conveying stories as compellingly as they are written. This week the beauty of the images hit a cord. The work of a few men and women in our studio turns out hundreds of original images every month, but these past five days, the pixel-spectacle shined particularly bright. Enjoy. – Matthew Ankeny
The Small, Square Watch Is Back and It’s Perfect
The NOMOS Tetra is only 29mm, but it’s square — and for looks and style on your wrist, that makes all the difference.
Photography by: Henry Phillips
Why Your Next Action Camera Will Be 360°
The action camera of the future shoots in 360 degrees. We interview the CEO of 360fly, who explains what you should know about 360 cameras.
Photography by: Sung Han
How to Make the Perfect Manhattan
In the canon of classic whiskey cocktails, no drink is more poised than the Manhattan. Here’s how to make one at home.
Photography by: Henry Phillips
Words Without Context
A Notable Quote from the Week
“There’s always issues of cooling because the air’s thin. The brakes even cool less. Everything is maxed out going into this type of altitude. 14,110 feet — you’re required to wear oxygen in an airplane below that, so it’s a very complicated place from the car standpoint and the human standpoint.”
– Jeff Zwart
Buy Your Kid Better Books
Here are the best kids’ books for raising an artistic, intelligent and emotionally smart child to make any parent proud.
Photography by: Chase Pellerin
The Best Ryes You Can Actually Buy
From Sazerac to High West to Wild Turkey to Willett, here are the best rye whiskies that you can actually find and afford.
Photography by: Henry Phillips
Why You Only Need Three Knives in the Kitchen
Over time, kitchens become cluttered. Here’s why you only need three knives: a chef’s knife, a paring knife, and a serrated bread knife.
Photography by: Henry Phillips