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Why Your Watch's Seconds Hand Is More Important Than You Thought
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The ability to stop the seconds hand of a watch has a critical purpose.

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The 12 Best Cigars to Smoke in 2020
Henry Phillips

From the best cheap cigars to the best to smoke at a Bachelor's Party, here's everything you need to know to get the right sticks.

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I Ride in the Northwest Every Day, and These Are My Favorite Fall Cycling Items
POC

From jacket and mitts to pants and booties, this stuff has you covered. Just remember to bring the bike.

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Why I Absolutely Love My Crummy 10-Year-Old Webcam
Logitech

It's got garish design and practically prehistoric specs, so have I thought about upgrading? No, not for a second.

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The Best Cast-Iron Skillets You Can Buy in 2020
Chandler Bondurant

This definitive guide explores everything you need to know about cast-iron cookware, including the best skillets for every type of cook.

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The Best-Looking Desks to Deck Out Your Home Office
Floyd

Create a workspace you'll actually want to work in.

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This Patek Philippe Watch Is So Rare That We Have to Whisper About It
Phillips

Phillips is about to auction a 2523/1 in pink gold, a world timer from the 1950s produced in only four known examples.

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Buying Your First Cast-Iron Skillet? Just Get This
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Spend a little more on Field Company's cast iron, and you'll never settle for less.

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Hate Your Phone After Watching 'The Social Dilemma'? Here Are Some Tips
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Our phones are driving us all crazy. Here's how to put a stop to it.

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You Can Now Order the First Folding-Screen Laptop
Lenovo

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold is the world's first folding-screen laptop and it's available for preorder right now. It starts at $2,499.

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The 10 Best Everyday Backpacks Under $100
Bellroy

From the North Face, Bellroy, Rains and more.

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5 Pumpkin Spice Products That Are Actually Good
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The obnoxiously sugary PSL gets all the attention, but plenty of pumpkin spice products can fit with a healthy and active lifestyle.

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Nostalgic for the '80s? This Timex Will Help
Timex

The Q Timex Reissue Digital LCA is a modern reimagining of a fun digital watch in stainless steel or gold tone.

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Ralph Gilles Opens Up About the Ideas Behind the New Jeep Grand Wagoneer
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"I know I’m gonna get a lot of crap about not getting the wood on the sides," the FCA head of design says.

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The iPhone 12: When It’s Coming and What You Should Know
Apple

Apple is expected to announce a number of new iPhones in the coming weeks. Here's what to expect.

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The New Ford F-150 Is More Powerful Than Ever Before, Thanks to Its Hybrid Engine
Ford

Combining six cylinders with two turbos and an electric motor produces spectacular results.

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Keen Releases Exclusive Jerry Garcia Masks, Sandals and Bags
Keen

Sandals, masks and bags.

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The Tudor Royal Is a Bargain Luxury Sport Watch
Tudor

Choose your size, dial color, dial configuration and case material for a "sport-chic" timepiece like no other — at a fraction of the price of a Rolex.

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