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Get The High Sans The Alcohol With the CBD-Infused Amass Afterdream

Unwind and relax in the comforts of your own home with the Amass Afterdream. It gives the same mind-mellowing effect as with other spirits but without the alcohol and that’s because of its mixture.

It is a cannabis-infused drink made with a blend of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), CBD, and Delta-8 at 60mg each. The components mimic the feeling one gets when drinking a strong cocktail. You get that limb-loosening and mind-mellowing feeling aka, you get high. A 1.5 oz serve can take 20-40 minutes to take its full effect although the tolerance can vary according to a person’s experience with cannabis consumption. Likewise, the duration of the high also depends on one’s tolerance to cannabis.

The Amass Afterdream is totally non-alcoholic and only uses a proprietary hydrosteam distilled spirit as its base. Like other cocktails, it too has a pleasing smell and taste. Rosemary and mint mix with lemon gives it its sweet herbal aroma. Meanwhile, leafy botanicals like thyme and parsley give it a mildly citrus effect on the palate.

Then there’s the orris root with its bitterness mellowed down by fresh apple and cucumber. Other botanicals used in this beverage include juniper, coriander, angelica root, cardamon, sorrel, and sumac. One can enjoy this drink on the rocks mix with tonic or splashed with an array of cocktails.

The Amass Afterdream is shelf-stable although it’s best enjoyed within three months after opening. Aside from it being non-alcoholic, it is also vegan, gluten-free, and non-GMO. It has no artificial flavors and has no added sugars and synthetic coloring.

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Floating Motors

Who says you can’t drive your car on the water? Floating Motors will build you your dream car/boat using existing iconic car designs to inspire the actual watercraft. The current selection in their lineup consists…

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The James Brand Brings the Beauty of Rosewood + Damasteel To Its Knife Collection

The James Brand is no stranger when it comes to creating durable and beautiful sharp blades. Their new Rosewood + Damasteel Collection is no exception, with its use of Damascus steel that certainly catches the eye.

The Wayland, The Duval, the Chapter, and The Pike gets an elegant upgrade with the use of Rosewood scale Damasteel blade. The Wayland is the brand’s modern interpretation of the classic Barlow design. It features a non-locking slip joint, a 3.0-inch sheepsfoot blade made with Damasteel Rose DS93X, and a rosewood scale. It clocks in at 2.8 ounces at an overall compact folding knife size of 6.9 inches.

On the other hand, The James Brand the Chapter features a rosewood + titanium scale and ceramic bearings. It has a 2.75-inch drop point blade made with Damasteel and employs a frame lock with minimal moving parts for low maintenance. It is relatively compact and thin, with a handle at just 0.38 inches and an overall length of 6.5 inches. This knife is also lightweight at 2.65 ounces.

Meanwhile, The Pike also gets the Rosewood treatment for the scale and the Damasteel for the Wharncliffe blade, which opens via a slip joint. Unlike the Chapter which is ideal for right-handed users, this is ambidextrous. This is also smaller than the prior two, with a blade at just 2.3 inches and an overall length of 5.7 inches when fully opened and weighs 2.1 ounces.

Lastly, The James Brand The Duval is a front-flipper that features a frame lock and a 2.6-inch modified sheepsfoot blade. It has ceramic ball bearings and stainless steel hardware. It too has a rosewood scale and Damasteel blade and is the lightest among the knives in the collection at 2.0 ounces because of its titanium frame.

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This Camper Van Is Almost Perfect, But There’s a Catch

When it comes time to decide on what sort of camping vehicles to buy (or even to rent), it can be tough to choose between a camper van and a full-on RV or camping trailer. The camper van will be more maneuverable and manageable, and it’ll also be significantly cheaper. But space is constrained — which means, in particular, that the bathroom situation is bound to be…less than ideal.

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German van builders Ahorn Camp resolved this conundrum with their new Renault Trafic-based Van Big City model for 2022, as spotted by New Atlas. As the name suggests, the Van Big City is a slightly bigger version of their Van City model, and it has just enough space to squeeze in a full wet bath at the rear of the vehicle. Sure, it’s cozy, but it also fits in a toilet, a sink and a shower (with the option to also shower outdoors if so inclined).

There is one drawback: the Van Big City uses a pop-top roof for extra height and an extra sleeping area, so the bathroom is only enclosed at the sides — which means sounds (and smells) are free to emanate throughout the cabin. Sure, the setup is better than a standalone shower head and cassette toilet, but using it will require some coordination — especially if you’re taking a family trip or have more than one couple sharing the van. .

In addition to the bathroom, the Van Big City fits in an L-shaped kitchen with a two-burner stove and a 41-liter fridge. The van sleeps up to four passengers in two double beds, one in the pop-top and one atop the dinette, which converts to a sleeping area.

Ahorn Camp has priced the Van Big City starting at just under $52,000 — relatively affordable by camper van standards. Alas, this van won’t be available in the United States.

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Forget the Apple Glass, Xiaomi Confirms Development Of Its Smart Glasses Concept

In 2011, Google billed augmented reality as the next big thing in technology. Many others soon followed suit and launched similar platforms aimed at tech-savvy consumers. Except for Microsoft’s HoloLens, everything else ended up largely forgotten. Xiaomi believes the market is now ready for a new pair of Smart Glasses, minus the limitations of its predecessors.

The HoloLens and its subsequent version may be the best you can get at the moment, but it’s hardly portable. You need to hook it up to a PC and it is quite expensive for casual use. Rumor has it Apple is working on AR glasses as well. However, Xiaomi’s announcement comes as a big surprise and could potentially hit retailers ahead of the competition.

From a design aspect, the Smart Glasses look like an average pair of eyewear. Instead of a projector and prism combo, Xiaomi proposes the use of another type of imaging technology. To shave off unnecessary bulk and weight from the frame microLEDs become the key components here.

This allows the integrated display unit to remain legible even under direct sunlight. The Smart Glasses ditches colors for a monochrome setup to improve the peak brightness. Meanwhile, the panel is equipped with an optical waveguide system from images the human eye can see.

According to Xiaomi, the device “functions as a new smart terminal with independent operating capability.” Therefore, this implies that even without a smartphone, the wearable is capable of versatile functionalities.

There’s a 5-megapixel forward-facing camera that can take photos, videos, and translate text in real-time. The Smart Glasses boasts Bluetooth/Wi-Fi connectivity, touch controls, a quad-core ARM chipset, and batteries in a 51g package. Moreover, Xiaomi says it will run on Android, but likely with some customizations.

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This Discounted Dyson Air Purifier Is Great for Small Rooms

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With air quality in all kinds of disarray across the country, allergy seasons spanning the entire year and pet hair covering our couches, one of the best investments you can make for your space is an air purifier. Better yet, you get a combination fan and purifier, like the Pure Cool Link desk fan from Dyson — a purifier that happens to be 25 percent off retail right now, saving you $100.

Made by one of the most innovative brands in the space, this purifier is perfect for small rooms, removing 99.97% of pollutants and allergens as small as 0.3 microns. Along with the purification, its fan keeps you cool with 70-degree oscillation and advanced circulation technology.

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Apple MagSafe Charger

Amazon

~~$39~~ $27 (30% OFF)

The Apple brand MagSafe charger is likely one of the most reliable you can choose, given its native compatibility. It works with any MagSafe-enabled iPhone, obviously, but also supports Qi wireless charging on any iPhone 8 or later, as well as AirPods.

READ ABOUT THE BEST MAGSAFE ACCESSORIES

The Proclamation Duo Stainless Steel

Bespoke Post

~~$379~~ $285 (35% OFF)

The Proclamation Goods Duo of pan and pot (and a sorta Dutch oven when combined) is a solid stainless steel combo. But the price is tough to justify for the lack of name recognition. But at nearly $100 off it makes this high-end duo piece a viable purchase.

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Sonos One Two Room Set

Sonos

~~$438~~ $419 (4% OFF)

So this isn’t the biggest discount, but sales at Sonos are incredibly rare. This two-room set of exceptional Sonos One speakers is a great way to start your own Sonos ecosystem.

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Saatva Classic Mattress

Saatva

~~$1,574~~ $1,424 (9.5% OFF)

Saatva makes our pick for the best mattress you can buy online. It’s a hybrid innerspring mattress with eco-friendly foam that utilizes a Euro pillow top, which unlike a standard pillow top, is stitched underneath the top cover of the mattress for a more seamless look that won’t shift around.

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Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Fan DP01

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~~$400~~ $300 (25%)

Dyson’s smaller cooling fan/air purifier is still plenty strong: it can clear a 350-square-foot room of 99.97% of pollutants and allergens as small as .3 microns.

READ ABOUT THE BEST AIR PURIFIERS

Garmin Forerunner 245 GPS

Amazon

~~$349~~ $299 (15% OFF)

This GPS-equipped running watch from Garmin has all the tools you need to improve your fitness. A heart rate monitor keeps you in tune with your body and within target zones. Plus you get 6 hours of battery life in GPS mode and in-depth tracking in the Garmin Connect app.

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Levi’s Corduroy Faux Shearling Lined Trucker Jacket

Nordstrom Rack

~~$180~~ $80 (55% OFF)

This is a killer deal on an upgraded version of the classic sherpa trucker — it sneaks a zipper under the buttons for improved protection and is made from a fine corduroy that is super soft.

READ ABOUT THE BEST DENIM JACKETS

Apple AirPods Pro

Amazon

~~$249~~ $180 (28% OFF)

Apple’s newest AirPod earbuds are the best yet, complete with active noise canceling and adaptive EQ. This is also equal to the lowest price we’ve ever seen.

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Yeti Rambler Lowball

Moosejaw

~~$25~~ $21 (16% OFF)

There really is no better mug than a Yeti Rambler, and when it comes to keeping coffee or a stiff drink at the right temperature, this is the pinnacle. Every time these things go on sale, they sell out.

READ ABOUT THE BEST TRAVEL MUGS

The Sill Calathea Ornata

The Sill

~~$54~~ $46 (15% OFF W/ CODE GEARPATROL15)

If you need to spruce up your home’s living room for fall, the best way to do it is with a fresh live plant. Right now at the Sill, you can get 15% off a huge selection of items with our exclusive code.

READ ABOUT THE BEST INDOOR PLANTS

Hyperice Hypervolt Bluetooth Massager

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Nike Air Tailwind 79

Nike

~~$90~~ $77 (14% OFF)

The original Nike Air Tailwind made its debut in 1978 at the Honolulu Marathon and it is back in a version nearly identical to the revolutionary original.

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‘No Time To Die’ Villain Lyutsifer Safin Gets His Own Ultraboost 20 x James Bond Running Shoes

With the premiere date drawing ever closer, James Bond fever is once again upon us. Taking advantage of the hype surrounding the latest installment of the long-running spy movie franchise, major brands with tie-ins are now teasing their wares. A while back, we were able to preview a part of a collection — the Ultraboost 20 x James Bond.

This time, we also have the entire Adidas x 007 capsule to talk about. Before, we only had the murdered-out variant available. Little did we know that there were two more on the way. The trio of running sneakers sport a Primeknit upper, that ergonomically wraps your feet in comfort.

Adidas shares more about the kicks such as the hidden pockets behind the black lace cages. This feature is only applicable for the Core Black/Core Black/Core Black and Core Black/Core Black/Iron Metallic versions.

These two are what 007 would likely want to wear, but “No Time To Die” also has a new villain in town. As such, it’s only fitting that he — Lyutsifer Safin (played by Oscar-winning actor Rami Malek) – also receives some representation. His Ultraboost 20 x James Bond arrives in a concrete grey Primeknit textile upper.

According to Adidas, this shade represents the baddie’s bunker in the film. It receives a white lace cage, along with elements in the same color. Instead of the iconic barrel rifling badge on the tongue, it features a blueprint of Safin’s bunker.

Take a peek inside this Ultraboost 20 x James Bond and you’ll see a white sockliner with 007 printed in black. The rest of the catalog includes a track top, track pants, a jacket, and a t-shirt. The Adidas x 007 lineup drops on September 24, 2021.

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The Complete Buying Guide to Fossil Watches

Fossil, an American-founded company, carried the generational baton from Timex in the horological relay race for market share. To reinforce the significance of Fossil in the marketplace, it’s best to let its competition do the talking: During Apple Events, the benchmark for Apple Watch sales is those of Rolex, The Swatch Group, and Fossil. Fossil continues to be relevant and should be in the conversation. Today, it remains one of the largest watch manufacturers in the world by volume, generating much of the Fossil Group’s $2 billion of annual revenue.

Fossil’s watch offerings vary from quartz to mechanical and from traditional to smartwatches, and can be found in almost every major department store for $100-300. The combination of availability, price accessibility, and variety of styles make Fossil’s watches ubiquitous, found on countless wrists around the world. If you’re overwhelmed by the sheer variety of the brand’s offerings, this guide should help you out.

Brand History

Fossil was founded in 1984 by American entrepreneur Tom Kartsotis, with their first watch made available to the public for sale by 1985, near the tail end of the Quartz Crisis. This period marked a time when upmarket European brands that produced mechanical watches had seen over a decade of declining sales as customers shifted buying preferences towards more affordable battery-powered timepieces. Fossil saw an opportunity and leveraged mid-century American watch aesthetics combined with low-cost overseas manufacturing and quartz movements. It was a hit.

“Tom Kartsotis (left) gives U.S. Secretary of Labor Thomas Perez a tour of a new Shinola location.”
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Affordable quartz watches, such as Fossil, gained popularity in the mid-1980s — especially as they became a fixture in department stores’ jewelry sections. It took less than ten years for Fossil to reach $20 million in annual sales. To further disrupt the traditional watch industry, in 1990 Fossil began participating in the iconic watch and jewelry trade show Baselworld alongside traditional Swiss watch brands. Fossil’s highly stylized quartz timepiece offerings created a popular market by providing a less expensive alternative to luxury European timepieces.

The popularity of Fossil watches continued to grow in the 1990s, with increasing annual revenue leading the brand to becoming a publicly traded company (FOSL) on the NASDAQ. The increase in operating capital allowed the brand to diversify its offerings into leather accessories, sunglasses, and handbags. It sustained the trajectory of growth throughout the 1990s, opening Fossil-branded stores to solidify its position as a lifestyle brand. By the mid-1990s Fossil began acquiring the rights to manufacturing and distribution of watches made for fashion brands such as Emporio Armani and intellectual property giants such as Disney.

Fossil eventually departed from midcentury designs in favor of more modern ones, such as their patented “BIG TIC.” (This design uses traditional hour and minute hands; however, instead of a seconds hand, the dial contains a large LCD digital displaying the seconds.) Other innovations during this period include the 2003 launch of the (pre-smartwatch) Fossil Wrist PDA that ran Palm OS. These innovations were only part of the growing Fossil brand, now part of the Fossil Group. The Fossil Group continued to acquire other watch brands, most notably Zodiac and Michele, as well as license watch design and manufacturing from fashion brands such as Burberry, Diesel, Michale Kors, and the National Football League.

Fossil’s headquarters in Richardson, TX.
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While building a juggernaut to increase its product offerings, Fossil bought suppliers and manufacturing facilities to combine with state-of-the-art warehousing, distribution, and retail stores. The Fossil Group was able to fully integrate its supply chain by founding Swiss Technology Production (STP) to manufacture its watch movements — this allowed it to break away from buying movements from outside suppliers such as ETA or Stellita. Fossil even began offering a Fossil Swiss line to move upmarket, which it did by placing the Fossil watch design studio in Biel, Switzerland — the same town in which Rolex is headquartered.

Fossil founder Tom Kartsotis developed a close friendship with Jake Burton Carpenter, founder of Burton Snowboards and has since served on the board of directors there since 2004 (while serving as CEO of Fossil Group). Kartsotis and Carpenter’s entrepreneurial stories have similar paths, with roots in American design that leveraged overseas manufacturing to grow their companies into full lifestyle brands. Jake Carpenter loved watches, and he’d only been known to wear Rolex, selections from the Fossil Group, and Shinola.

Kartsotis stepped down as CEO of Fossil in 2010 to re-launch Shinola as a lifestyle brand focused around watches, and also has a financial stake in American outdoors and leather goods company Filson. The Fossil Group is currently run by Tom’s brother, Kosta Kartsotis, with headquarters in Richardson, Texas.

Smartwatches

These are Fossil’s fully digital touchscreen devices.
Fossil

Gen 5E Smartwatch Brown Leather

fossil.com

$249.00

The 5E Smartwatch by Fossil is powered by Wear OS, Google’s smartwatch operating system. Users interface with the watch through the color touchscreen display and manipulation of the crown. Wear OS allows you to access preloaded apps, utilities, personal health/fitness tracking, and notifications.

Dimensions: 44mm

Material: Stainless steel

Water Resistance: 30m

Strap: Leather 22mm

Movement: Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ Wear 3100 / Wear OS by Google

Gen 5 Smartwatch The Carlyle HR Black Silicone

fossil.com

$295.00

Carlyle HR takes Fossil’s smartwatch features from the Gen 5E and adds a heart rate monitor for additional personal health analytics. The operating system, Wear OS by Google, links to any phone running Android™ 6.0+ or iOS 12.0+. Additional user interfaces can be found by using the chronograph pushers.

Dimensions: 44mm

Material: Stainless steel

Water Resistance: 30m

Strap: Silicon 22mm

Movement: Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ Wear 3100 / Wear OS by Google

Hybrid Smartwatches

These watches have the functionality of a smartwatch in more traditional-looking packages.
Fossil

Hybrid Smartwatch Neutra Luggage Leather

fossil.com

$155.00

Appearances may be deceiving: The Fossil Hybrid Smartwatch Neutra offers many of the functional features of a smartwatch. but uses traditional analog watch aesthetics to tell time as well as perform basic smartwatch alerts. Benefits include long battery life (up to 6 months) and a compelling price point. Robust smartwatch features of the Fossil Hybrid Smartwatch are synced with your phone via low-energy Bluetooth and are accessed through the Fossil Smartwatch App.

Dimensions: 44mm

Material: Stainless steel

Water Resistance: 30m

Strap: Silicon 22mm

Movement: Neutra Hybrid

Hybrid Smartwatch HR Everett Stainless Steel

fossil.com

$219.00

The Fossil Everett is a hybrid smartwatch that borrows design elements from high-end horology — specifically the integrated stainless steel bracelet and angular lines of the case. The Fossil Everett Hybrid Smartwatch does require charging every week, though it can reach 80% of its battery life on the charger in less than one hour. The negative display makes the Fossil Everett easy to read in bright sunlight.

Dimensions: 45mm

Material: Stainless steel

Water Resistance: 30m

Strap: Bracelet 18mm

Movement: Neutra Hybrid

Mechanical Watches

No battery’s required in these automatic Fossil watches.
Fossil

Townsman Automatic Black Leather Watch

fossil.com

$219.00

The open heart of the dial displaying the Fossil Townsman Automatic’s mechanical movement is fun and makes a great conversation piece. It also demonstrates that the watch is mechanical, not quartz. A gold-colored PVD coating and Roman numerals on the dial make it a great choice for a formal occasion.

Dimensions: 45mm

Material: PVD-coated stainless steel

Water Resistance: 50m

Strap: Leather 22mm

Movement: Automatic

Inscription Automatic Brown Leather Watch

fossil.com

$219.00

The Fossil Inscription line offers a modern, squared case shape with a traditional automatic movement — a skeletonized dial allows it to be on full display. It also makes a great vacation watch, especially if you add a blue silicone strap.

Dimensions: 42mm

Material: Stainless steel

Water Resistance: 50m

Strap: Leather 22mm

Movement: Automatic

Leather Watches

Any Fossil that comes on a leather strap is included in this category.
Fossil

Forrester Chronograph Luggage Leather Strap

fossil.com

$129.00

The Fossil Forrester Chronograph is highly legible thanks to Arabic numerals at the 12, 3, 6, and 9 positions, while three subregisters feature running seconds, a 30-minute chronograph timer, and a 24-hour hand. Fossil offers classic colors for the Forrester such as blue, brown, white, and gray, though gunmetal and gold PVD cases are also available if you have a proclivity for a little extra flair.

Dimensions: 46mm

Material: Stainless steel

Water Resistance: 50m

Strap: Leather 24mm

Movement: Quartz

Everett Chronograph Brown Leather Watch

fossil.com

$149.00

The brown leather strap and complementing dial give the Everett Chronograph a soft and earthy feel. Fossil balances the design with a black PVD coating on the steel case, though if you prefer something even more monochromatic, the Everett Chronograph is also available in gunmetal.

Dimensions: 42mm

Material: PVD-coated stainless steel

Water Resistance: 50m

Strap: Leather 18mm

Movement: Quartz

Stainless Steel Watches

A selection of Fossil watches available on steel bracelets.
Fossil

FB-01 Three-Hand Date Stainless Steel Watch

fossil.com

$129.00

The FB-01 Three-Hand Date is one of Fossil’s most popular watches for a reason: The modern-but-not-too-large 42mm size combined with traditional dive watch styling has broad appeal. 100m of water resistance makes it fully capable of recreational swimming. And there are multiple colorways for dial and bezel options, “Pepsi” (Red/Blue) being a fan favorite. Even when adding an extra strap, the total package is under $160.

Dimensions: 42mm

Material: Stainless steel

Water Resistance: 100m

Strap: Bracelet 22mm

Movement: Quartz

ARC-02 Multifunction Stainless Steel Watch

fossil.com

$149.00

Complications don’t have to be complicated. At a glance, the Fossil Architect (ARC-02) Multifunction appears to have the three sub-register layouts of a traditional chronograph. However, the subdials display different information such as a 24-hr hand, the day of the week, and the date. The slick format along with a black dial gives the Fossil Architect a place among the brand’s cleanest designs.

Dimensions: 44mm

Material: Stainless steel

Water Resistance: 50m

Strap: Bracelet 22mm

Movement: Quartz

Minimalist Watches

These Bauhaus-inspired designs blend minimalism and functionality.
Fossil

The Minimalist Two-Hand Black Leather Watch

fossil.com

$129.00

The Minimalist Two-hand Black Leather Watch is Fossil’s sleekest design, so if busy and chunky watches turn you off, start here. The subdial with a running seconds hand at 6-o’clock balances the midcentury design with a modern color palette. And adding Fossil’s 22mm Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet ($49) is always an option for those who don’t care for leather.

Dimensions: 44mm

Material: Stainless steel

Water Resistance: 30m

Strap: Leather 22mm

Movement: Quartz

The Minimalist Three-Hand Brown Leather Watch

fossil.com

$129.00

The creamy beige dial of the Fossil Minimalist Three-Hand watch is extremely versatile — by experimenting with different strap colors and materials, you can make it compliment any wardrobe. Fossil also offers free case back engraving, making the Minimalist a great gift for grads or groomsmen.

Dimensions: 44mm

Material: Stainless steel

Water Resistance: 30m

Strap: Leather 22mm

Movement: Quartz

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Nissan Introduces 2021 GT-R T-Spec

Paying homage to its iconic Skyline heritage, the 2021 Nissan GT-R T-Spec is a true track-ready performer boasting 565 horsepower output via its twin-turbo R38DETT engine. The limited model also gets wider fender flares, a carbon-fiber rear spoiler, blacked-out hood ducts, and gold-colored forged aluminum wheels. If you’re ready for the thrill of right-hand drive drift, it’s a sweet import.

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Grypmats Keep Tools Tidy

Designed for high-demand industrial work and used by mechanics and techs from NASA to NASCAR, Grypmat tool mats keep your tools safely stored, handy, and organized. Made of a rugged yet silent & soft material, they’re chemical and oil resistant and they don’t slip off of whatever surface you place them on. Made in bright, high contrast colors, they simplify visual management for keeping track of nuts, bolts, parts and tools. Multiple sizes are offered.

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Chevy Is Building Some Badass Heavy Duty Suburbans, But Not for You

Chevy is bringing the Suburban HD back, but, at least for the first batch of super-tough Suburbans, you won’t be able to buy one. GM subsidiary GM Defense — builders of the Chevy Colorado-based Infantry Squad Vehicle — has announced a $36.4 million deal with the U.S. State Department to produce 10 custom Chevy Suburban vehicles. Yes, if you’re doing some simple math, that comes out to $3.64 million per Suburban.

How do you get a $3.64 million Suburban? Well, government weight and payload requirements exceed the capability of the civilian Suburban. So GM needs to build a bespoke body-on-frame chassis and suspension for the vehicles to account for that. GM Defense says it will use stock components for the body, exterior, interior, propulsion system and brakes.

GM Defense did not note what that propulsion system would be. The Biden administration has been pushing to convert government fleet vehicles to EVs assembled in America, so an electric motor could be possible; after all,he Hummer EV SUT‘s powertrain is designed to work with a truck checking it at more than 4.5 tons. The upgraded super-powerful diesel engine that may arrive in the next Silverado HD could be another option.

Delivering the 10 Suburban vehicles may only be the first stage of the project. GM Defense says the second phase of deliveries could be a contract to produce 200 heavy-duty Suburbans per year for the government through 2032. Presumably, if GM Defense has the tooling in place and the research development cost sorted with the first batch, the per-vehicle cost would decrease.

And, hey, if GM already has a chassis, suspension, and propulsion system in place for a heavier-duty Suburban, it would make it a lot easier for Chevy to revive the civilian version.

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The 5 New Down Jackets We Can’t Wait to Wear

Down has been tied inexorably to the pursuit of adventure for generations. And in more recent times, relegated to the pursuit of a good cup of coffee or a simple walk around the block. Down’s popularity continues to rise, and for good reason — it’s hard to beat its insulating powers and coziness. Gone are the bulky, lo-fi models of generations past. The modern down jacket works anywhere from everyday wear to adventures in the backcountry.

If down has one kryptonite, it’s moisture. The jackets of today have taken this into consideration, and most down options that you’ll find on the market have chemical treatments (the most common being DWR) that repel liquid and keep you safe and dry. If you’re still concerned about moisture, considering laying with a lightweight shell for extra protection.

We know it’s still warm out, but there’s no better time to double-down on down. September saw some exciting drops, and we couldn’t wait to share with you. Check out these five new down jackets we can’t wait to wear this fall.

Uniqlo Ultra Light Down Oversized Jacket

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The most wallet-friendly of the lot, the Uniqlo x White Mountaineering collab collection has quite a few options we think you’ll like, but our favorite was the Ultra Light Down Oversized Jacket. Featuring a unique baffle pattern, the easy-layering jacket comes in three colorways. At just under $90, it’s a high-low mix you won’t want to miss.

Price: $90

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Norse Projects Nunk Down Gore-Tex

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Taking inspiration from the clean lines of 60s mountain parkas, the Nunk Down Jacket features four oversized front pockets, playing on utilitarian features while infusing some throwback style into a modern garment.

The Nunk may look old-school, but its features are decidedly modern. 90/10 EU Standard Certified Goose Down insulates and protects against the cold. The Gore-Tex membrane, bonded to an ultralight fabric and finished with a DWR treatment, will keep moisture at bay, and waterproof seams round out the dryness capabilities.

Price: $1,100

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Arc’teryx Agrium Hoody

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Arc’teryx released the Agrium Hoody this week, and it’s nearly sold out, so if you want one, now is the time to buy. Standout features in their top-of-the-line hoody include Dope Dye, which reduces CO2 emissions and enhances color retention, as well as a combo of RDS-certified 850 fill European white goose down with bluesign® approved synthetic insulation. It’s packable, sustainable, and lightweight.

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Cotopaxi Solazo Down Jacket

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An update rather than a new release, the Solazo has been part of Cotopaxi’s core offerings for a while now. For the casual down wearer, this is your jacket for grabbing coffee, running errands, and hitting the trail on the weekends. Features include four unique colorways, responsibly-sourced RDS-certified down, and a durable ripstop shell with DWR finish. Bring back the retro vibes this fall with this cozy number.

Price: $200

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TNF Summit Advanced Mountain Kit L3 Pullover Hoodie

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We saved the most advanced for last. As part of The North Face’s Advanced Mountain Kit, the L3 Pullover Hoodie pairs TNF’s proprietary 50/50 Down technology with their loftiest 1000-fill ProDown insulation. Stretch-knit cuffs seal in warmth, the adjustable and reflective hem cinch-cord allows for greater adjustment, and it comes with a special-edition FUTURELIGHT stuffsack.

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The Waatr Bottle Boasts a 4D Purification System

Enjoy clean, safe, and fresh-tasting water with the Waatr Bottle. It comes with a 4D purification system to ensure your water is free of chemicals, toxins, bacteria, and other contaminants.

From the same team that brought the CrazyCap, this innovative bottle boasts a three-stage state-of-the-art filtration and purification system. First, it uses dual UVC LEDs to disinfect 99.99 percent of viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens. Then it filters using a proprietary blend filter cartridge system of coconut charcoal and ion-exchange resin to remove metals, chemicals, organic and particulate matter. Coco charcoal is great at capturing organic molecules and chlorine because it is very porous.

Meanwhile, the ion-exchange resin is a spherical porous bead resin material that is very effective in reducing the hardness of the water. There are three filter cartridges for the Waatr Bottle to choose from: Purist, for the purists, Artesian for the idealists, and Alkaline, for those who constantly hydrate. Lastly, it uses a natural blend of chemicals to make it taste like artisan water.

All these work with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that is protected via an IPX7 waterproof cap. The bottle also comes with safety features including short-circuit protection, overcharge, and over-discharge protection. The bottle cleans itself with UVC light every hour for 20 seconds to keep it bacteria, mold, and virus-free. You can also disable this feature to conserve the battery.

Moreover, the Waatr Bottle has RGB status indicators. Green reminds you to hydrate, red when it’s time to recharge the battery, and blue when it’s purifying water. With its wide mouth, it’s easy to add in ice and its flip-open spout makes it convenient to drink.

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Top 10 Xbox Game Pass Games to Play in 2021

With the launch of the new Xbox series X|S and PS5, things have gotten a lot spicier in terms of game developers trying to take full advantage of the new technology and making games as badass as they possibly can. And while the list for the new console games goes on and on. I have gathered up the top 10 Xbox Game Pass games that you should definitely play in 2021.

Sunset Overdrive

Sunset Overdrive is the first game on my list, and it’s a pleasure to play. Now this game has beyond all degrees of lunacy, and it appears that the makers only had ONE GOAL in mind: to make the game as enjoyable as possible, with no regard for logic!

The game has a plethora of powerful and deadly weapons, as well as a fun and unusual physics system, some interesting characters, and a gorgeously designed setting. Inside the game, there’s a lot going on, from player ziplining to blowing each other up with rockets! So, if you’re searching for a good time and you have the Game Pass, this one is a no-brainer!

Sea of Thieves

Sea of Thieves started out as kind of a failure for many but the game has changed a lot since then and the developers have been adding new and fun features to the game to keep the players interested. Now that the game is available on Game Pass, you can get started with a Sea of Thieves account and battle it out with your friend online.

I enjoy the game’s unique gameplay and fighting system, in which, unlike other typical multiplayer shooters, you must work together to discover places using your compass, use the same weaponry as any other player in the game, and sail your own ship while battling other players!

Knockout City

When it comes to wild games, Knockout City is the most exhilarating adrenaline-fueled multiplayer game that brings back memories of your childhood sport “dodgeball” in the most surprisingly enjoyable way! Knockout City, unlike any other dodgeball game, blends the old beat’em up with a current touch of Battle Royale games, resulting in a game that gets you all psyched up!

In the blink of an eye, everything may spiral out of control. There’s so much going on in the game, and while learning how to use the controls is simple, mastering it is as challenging as it gets! There are a variety of game types to choose from, including team deathmatch, that will make you feel perfectly at home!

Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order

This Star Wars-inspired game from Respawn offers everything you could want: a wonderful plot, extremely gorgeous visuals, fast-paced action-packed gameplay, and some fantastic voice acting that adds to the sense of immersion that this game is attempting to create.

Despite the fact that I am not a huge fan of Star Wars games, this one, in particular, is a combination of everything that is wonderful about a lot of them. It doesn’t get any better than this if you enjoy single-player story games.

Outriders

When it was revealed that Outriders will be available on the Xbox Game Pass, it practically took the gaming industry by storm. Outriders is one of the greatest looter/shooter games published this year, and how could it not be when it comes from the venerable Square Enix?

As you battle your way through a swarm of opponents, you’ll feel a continual surge of adrenaline as you use not just your weapons, but also some cool-looking abilities to shred your foes apart! This AAA blockbuster is unquestionably one of the greatest games on Xbox Game Pass, and it will keep you glued to your screen for hours! I hope you do have a game pass to grab the Outriders account to experience how great it can be.

Hades

Roguelike games are one of the oldest gaming genres, and they remain popular to this day. In addition, if you enjoy roguelike games, Hades is a must-play. This game has some of the most unusual but appealing graphics, as well as an equally thrilling action-packed gameplay and level generating system that will put your gaming abilities to the test!

This hack and slash roguelike from Supergiant Games is unlike anything you’ve ever seen before, and now that you have a game pass, you’ll be able to discover just how intricate this Greek mythology-based game is! If this were a ranking of the best roguelike games, this game would be at the top of the list without a doubt.

Ori and the Will of the Wisps

Ori and the Will of the Wisps is likely the only 2D platformer on this list, and for good reason: when it comes to stunning visuals, captivating sound effects, a compelling story, fluid gameplay, and pretty much everything else that makes a game a true masterpiece, Ori and the Will of the Wisps has it all!

This all-in-one bundle has some of the most addicting gameplay you’ve ever seen in ANY game! The game takes you on a wild adventure through some wonderfully created regions populated by massive creatures. The EXTREMELY fluid battle animations are one of my favourite aspects of this game. It basically makes everything better by a factor of a hundred!

Yakuza: Like a Dragon

Yakuza has been out and around for years now but many of us haven’t actually played any of the games in the series and that is why it feels too late to start now. But fortunately, Like a Dragon allows you to dive into this carefully constructed game, which transports you to the realm of crime lords and requires you to do a variety of tasks in order to proceed through this winding tale.

Like a Dragon is an amazing thriller for anybody looking for action-packed battle scenes, a compelling plot, and memorable characters; this game checks all the boxes!

Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice

Now, I’m sure you’ve heard about this game before, but if you weren’t convinced to play it before, if you have a game pass, you should certainly check it out now. Hellblade depicts the narrative of a young Viking warrior who travels to Helheim, a genuine hellhole, in order to rest her lover’s soul!

With the way the storey evolves and how Senua’s journey links the players to the heroine and the way her choices and suffering touch you, the game genuinely pushes the envelope. Hellblade also features some of the greatest graphics and environment settings of any game, completely immersing you in a manner that no other game can.

Plague’s Tale

A Tale of the Plague For a variety of reasons, Innocence is one of my favourite games on this list. This triple-A movie-like game, set in an alternate past, tells the storey of two young aristocratic siblings caught up in politics and religion while seeking to discover a cure for the Bubonic plague.

This story-driven game puts you in the shoes of two disadvantaged siblings who must rely on their wits and stealth to remain alive. Plague’s Tale is a fantastic game that takes you on a trip full of secrets, riddles, and emotions!

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Meet the Cars and Trucks We’re Driving in Summer 2021

2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited

These days, “Win the Super Bowl, drove off in a Hyundai” doesn’t pack quite the insulting punch it did when Kanye first issued them in 2005. After all, Hyundai has upped their game over the last decade and a half like few carmakers ever have; here in 2021, Hyundai (and Kia, and Genesis) products are capable of standing toe to toe — or even above — the competition. The new Elantra isn’t just aiming to win on quality and features, though; it’s aiming to make a splash with its design, as one glance at its creased sheetmetal will tell you. This is not a compact car for those who want to blend in.

My top-trim Elantra Limited’s biggest distinguishing features versus less leather seats and a 10.3-inch touchscreen, but really, anyone actually shopping for an Elantra would be better off going with a lesser model. Even the base car packs an eight-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, blind spot detection, and the same 147-hp inline-four that gets 33 mpg in the city and 43 mpg on the highway for around $20K; the mid-tier SEL adds the ability to pair the car with your phone and and to open the trunk without using your hands for about $1,300 more, and the $950 Convenience package brings stop-and-go active cruise control, heated seats and the Limited’s bigger screen, among other things. In other words, you can have a damn nice Elantra for under $22K out the door.

And in all honesty, there’s little in the Limited that would leave you wanting to spend the extra cash. The upmarket stereo is acceptable, not great; the leather is decent, but not notable; and the interior trim’s hard plastic seems much more suited to a car closer to 20 grand. The Elantra’s best traits are its inherent qualities — its design, its roominess, its efficiency and its value. At $26K for a Limited, it’s competing against bigger, better vehicles; at $22,000 or so, it’d be a solid choice for anyone who needs four wheels and wants some style. —Will Sabel Courtney

Pros: Looks like a more expensive car outside, excellent fuel economy; tons of features

Cons: CVT doesn’t really make the most of what power there is; you’ll spend hours trying to figure out that circle on the left side of the dash and be annoyed when you learn it doesn’t do anything

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Samir Sadikhov Combines Two Iconic Mercedes-Benz Models Into the G-Van Concept

Sometimes, is fun to imagine what a combination of two popular car models would look like. If your thought process is somewhat like Samir Sadikhov, then this Mercedes-Benz G-Van proposal should look like the real thing. The German automaker might never make something like it, but a man can dream, right?

As the name suggests, this idea sees the Sprinter reimagined with the boxy outline of the beloved G-Class platform. With the help of some image editing wizardry, we have a profile that closely resembles Mercedes-Benz’s heavy-duty Unimog, albeit with some modifications.

The Germany-based industrial designer boasts a stellar portfolio of sleek concept cars. Moreover, his experience working with Lamborghini, Ford, and Rezvani is clearly a huge help here. The G-Van concept appears to be fully equipped for any adventure. Roof racks let you take your favorite toys along for the trip.

This vehicle boasts the best of both worlds. There’s a generous interior to accommodate you and the whole gang. Plus, the off-road-ready configuration implies it’s perfect for overlanding enthusiasts as well. If this ever heads into production, we just wish somebody turns it into an RV.

Low-light visibility won’t be an issue thanks to the roof-mounted array of LEDs. To navigate over obstacles, there’s a bespoke suspension system to lift the chassis up. Meanwhile, the huge wheel wells make way for the beefy BFGoodrich all-terrain tires. Owners can likewise add aftermarket upgrades as needed.

The Mercedes-Benz G-Van might not be an actual production model, but we believe it deserves a reliable and powerful engine. Sadikhov did not mention anything related to the powertrain. Anyway, what really makes it appealing is the silhouette of a rough-and-tumble and go-anywhere machine.

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5 of the Best New Gadgets This Week — That Aren’t the iPhone 13

Apple’s iPhone 13 event on Tuesday made a lot of headlines as it always does, including here on Gear Patrol. If you somehow haven’t heard about it, you can catch up on all the important bits about the iPhone 13, Apple Watch Series 7, and new iPads here.

But! Apple products weren’t the only things to come out this week! Here are five noteworthy announcements and releases that snuck under the radar, and which you’ll want on yours.

Sonos Beam (Gen 2)

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On Tuesday, Sonos announced the second generation of its Sonos Beam soundbar, notable for being a Dolby Atmos capable soundbar that comes in under the $500 mark at just $449. At half the price of the flagship Sonos Arc (which is now $900 after a price hike that affected a number of Sonos speakers), the Beam makes for a relatively affordable entry into Dolby Atmos for the relatively budget conscious, or those with small rooms to fill. Without the upward-firing drivers of the Arc, it won’t have quite the same quality (or quantity) of sound, but it’s definitely a worthwhile addition to many a Sonos system for its size and price.

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LG’s 325-inch DVLED TV

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If you’re looking for a home theater without restraint, look no further than LG’s latest behemoth display that really puts the “theater” in home theater. Less a series of discrete products and more of an option to order custom displays, LG’s Direct View LED Extreme Home Cinema Displays range in resolution from 2K to 8K and size from 108 inches to 325 inches — that is to say, 9 feet to just over 27. How much does it cost? Well, if you have to ask…. (A little over a mil and a half.)

Price: Honestly, too much.

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Xiaomi 11T Pro

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You won’t have an easy time putting your hands on Xiaomi’s latest flagship if you live here in the States, but it’s worth highlighting if for no other reason than to talk about the way it charges. The 11T Pro comes with a 120W charger that Xiaomi says can charge the phone’s 5,000 mAh battery from 0-100 in about 17 minutes. For reference, Apple’s MagSafe chargers pump power at a rate less than a tenth of that: 15W, at the high end.

Now, do you need your battery to go from 0-100 in 17 minutes? Probably not. Is it good for the battery? Also probably no. Is it impressive as hell? Well duh.

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Canon EOS R3

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No, it’s not for normies, but Canon’s new sports-focused not-quite-flagship EOS R3 is one impressive bit of specialist photography kit. The high-end full-frame mirrorless EOS R3 sports a 24MP CMOS sensor, but its main attraction is probably Canon’s Dual Pixel AF system with automatic tracking for humans, animals and more paired with the ability to shoot up to 30 frames per second (RAW!) with the electronic shutter.

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GoPro Hero 10 Black

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GoPro’s latest action cam packs a new, homegrown GP2 processor which is the follow up to the GP1 chip the company rolled out in 2017. GoPro credits that upgrade for the Hero 10 Black’s ability to shoot 5.3K at 60 frames per second, 4K at 120 frames per second and 2.7K at 240 frames per second. Another key part of the release is the Hero 10 Black’s cloud capabilities: when connected to power, the GoPro can automatically upload your footage to a cloud account — if you’re paying $5 per month or $50 a year for a subscription. If you buy it from GoPro, you can get it for $400 with an included one-year subscription to get you hooked. Or you can go without a sub and get it for…$100 more. Yeah, it’s weird.

Price: $400 with subscription, $500 without

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Marshall Bolsters Its True Wireless Earbuds Lineup With The Motif A.N.C.

A while back, we pointed out a trend wherein almost every audio brand will eventually offer true wireless earbuds. Most established companies back then were probably on the fence and thought it was just a marketing gimmick doomed to fail. Fast-forward to 2021 and we now see Marshall join the fun with the Motif A.N.C. and it looks awesome.

Among the TWS earphones Men’s Gear has been featuring so far, we’re loving the manufacturer’s aesthetic direction here. Much like the majority of its speakers, headphones, and other products, it carries the distinct Marshall theme. Moreover, the Motif A.N.C. boasts a water-resistant construction.

One popular feature most buyers go for in a pair of true wireless earbuds is active noise cancelation and transparency mode. Since Marshall is going up against the likes of Apple, the Motif A.N.C. is matching it as well. To efficiently filter out unwanted noise, it comes with three sealed-fit silicone tips.

Choose the most comfortable among the bunch and let the ergonomics take care of the rest. Be sure to use the size that doesn’t move around so the buds don’t fall out. Control your music or make/receive calls with a touch of the “M” badge on the housing. We also love the knurling on the short stems.

Matching the look of its world-renowned speakers is the charging case, with the familiar Marshall script up front affixed to the lid. Lift this up to reveal a printed text that reads “EST. 1962” in gold. The Motif A.N.C. is compatible with wireless chargers and adds another 20 hours on top of the 4.5 hours battery life of the earbuds.

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The 50 Greatest Watches of All Time

Watches are far too subjective to rank, you say? We did it anyway. For this list of the 50 Greatest Watches of All Time — GWOAT, if you will — we identified timepieces with a combination of compelling features, influence and lasting popularity, as well as a few overlooked but exceptional models. Deriving from all watch categories and from the past hundred or so years, this ultimate tally culminates in the single greatest, most iconic, most beautiful, most utilitarian, most … eh, you get it.

50. Timex Weekender

Timex

Diameter: 40mm
Movement: Quartz
Price: $45

A design classic, the Timex Weekender is the humble and affordable watch that’s led to many an illustrious collection. It just might be the ultimate everyman, everyday watch.

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49. Casio Databank

Casio

Diameter: 33.1mm
Movement: Quartz
Price: $51

Decades after their introduction, calculator watches are still somehow cool, and Casio’s Databank is easily the most iconic. (Michael J. Fox wore one in Back to the Future.) For very little money you can still get a watch with a useful feature and scads of nostalgia.

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48. Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical

HODINKEE

Diameter: 38mm
Movement: ETA 2802 handwound
Price: $475+

One of the most basic and rugged mechanical watches you would actually want to wear every day, the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical is a contemporary classic. A thoroughly modern product, it references Hamilton’s history of producing military and field watches.

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47. Seiko SKX007

Seiko

Diameter: 43mm
Movement: Seiko 7S36 automatic
Price: $347

The cult following surrounding Seiko’s SKX series (and the SKX007 in particular) is nothing short of a phenomenon. Its solid specs and personality have won over minions of watch enthusiasts and regular Joes alike, and its basic characteristics still underpin the Japanese brand’s image today.

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46. Doxa SUB 300T

Doxa

Diameter: 44mm
Movement: ETA 2852 automatic (modern: 2824-2)
Price: $1,890

Created in 1967 with input from none other than Jacques Cousteau, Doxa’s Sub 300T epitomizes a brand known for its dive watches. It was the first watch to offer a unidirectionally rotating bezel and the first with a bright orange dial. The Conquistador version featured the first commercially available helium escape valve.

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Watch How-To’s

What are Flieger Watches?

How to Use a Dive Watch Bezel

How to Buy An Omega Speedmaster

45. Nomos Metro Datum Gangreserve

Nomos

Diameter: 37mm
Movement: DUW 4401 manual
Price: $3,780

The Nomos Metro Datum Gangreserve was designed by Mark Braun and introduced the brand’s in-house movement with Swing System escapement technology. One of Nomos’s most notable models, it also stands out visually, with a quirky design featuring minty green highlights and an off-center power reserve indicator.

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46. Bell & Ross BR03

Bell & Ross

Diameter: 42mm
Movement: Sellita SW300-1 Automatic
Price: $2,990

Few modern watches are as recognizable and iconic as Bell & Ross’s smaller flagship design, first released in 2005. Based on cockpit instruments, the concept was introduced in the large BR01 series, but the 42mm BR03 makes it the wearable success that it is today.

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43. Oris Big Crown Pointer Date

Oris

Diameter: 40mm
Movement: SW 200-1 Automatic
Price: $1,250+

Based on an Oris pilot watch from 1930s, the Big Crown Pointer Date offers a watch with formal styling but a shot of aviation influence. Its centrally mounted hand that indicates the date at the dial periphery is an uncommon feature that adds an unusual twist.

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42. Parmigiani Fleuerier Ovale Pantographe

Parmigiani

Diameter: 37.7mm
Movement: Parmigiani PF111 handwound
Price: $55,000

The Parmigiani Ovale Pantographe solves a basic watchmaking problem in a wonderfully over-engineered way. In order for the hands to reach their respective markers on this elegantly elliptical dial, they extend and contract like accordions as they travel around it. Inspiration was taken from a 19th-century pocket watch.

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41. Urwerk UR105

Urwerk

Diameter: 39.5mm
Movement: Urwerk UR 5.03 Automatic
Price: ~$70,830

Urwerk seems to break all the “rules” of watch design and aesthetics and yet, somehow, the result is captivating. The UR 105 is perhaps the brand’s most representative model, with a bizarre case and hands that themselves display the hours while pointing to the current minute along a track.

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The Best Leather Watch Straps

Black Leather Watch Strap

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$155.00

Navy Blue Watch Strap

molequin.com

€105.00

“Everett” Light Grey Suede Watch Strap

basandlokes.com

$180.00

40. Junghans Max Bill Chronoscope

Junghans

Diameter: 40mm
Movement: ETA 7750 Automatic
Price: $1,995+

No watch better represents the German design philosophy of Bauhaus than the Junghans Max Bill collection, designed by its namesake in the 1950s. With clean and functional but captivating aesthetics, the Chronoscope is a masterpiece that still looks fresh today.

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39. Sinn EZM1

Sinn

Diameter: 43mm
Movement: Modified ETA 7750 automatic
Price: $4,860

The Sinn EZM 1 “mission timer” is a professionally oriented chronograph watch that displays its stopwatch features on its main dial rather than via a more typical subdial layout. It’s visually striking, tough as nails and one of the most notable watches from the German brand known for making no-nonsense, function-first tools.

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38. Seiko Prospex Turtle

Seiko

Diameter: 45mm
Movement: Seiko 4R36 automatic
Price: $495

Affectionately nicknamed the “Turtle,” this affordable dive watch is one of the most popular modern Seiko’s for good reason: It recalls the brand’s past and makes for a bold but comfortable daily wearer just bursting with character.

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37. Tutima M2

Tutima

Diameter: 46mm
Movement: Modified ETA 7750
Price: $6,500

With roots in military timepieces, the pragmatic, technical M2 by German brand Tutima is one of the most distinctive pilot’s chronographs available. Produced in titanium at 46mm on an integrated bracelet, it’s not for the faint of heart or wrist.

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36. Rolex Datejust 1603

Bobs Watches

Diameter: 36mm
Movement: Rolex 1570 automatic
Price: ~$4,200+

The Rolex Datejust is neck and neck with the Submariner among the most recognizable and iconic watches of all time. In 1945, it was the first automatic watch to feature a date window, changing the watch industry forever. The ref. 1603, with its engine-turned bezel, epitomizes what’s made the Datejust so swanky and versatile and beloved the world over.

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35. Tag Heuer Monaco

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Diameter: 37-39mm
Movement: Various
Price: $2,150+

The Heuer Monaco is notable for several reasons: Not only is it a unique-looking sporty chronograph in a square case, but it housed the brand’s famous automatic Calibre 11 movement. It’s best known, however, for its iconic silver-screen appearance on the wrist of Steve McQueen. Modern versions span a wide arrange of prices.

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34. Omega Seamaster Diver 300

Omega

Diameter: 42mm
Movement: Omega 8800 automatic
Price: $4,900+

Omega’s flagship Seamaster Diver 300m stands out among a crowded field not only for the prestigious name on the dial and its contemporary looks, but because of its associations with a certain fictional spy: Yes, it’s the watch choice of the modern James Bond, and that’s a cool factor that’s hard to beat.

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33. Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight

Tudor

Diameter: 39mm
Movement: Tudor MT5402 automatic
Price: $3,700

The Tudor Black Bay is one of the most popular modern sports watches on the market, and the downsized Fifty-Eight model is arguably its best iteration. Rolex’s sister company offers an exemplary level of quality, incredible value and a remarkably compelling package.

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32. Universal Genève Polerouter

Analog Shift

Diameter: 34mm
Movement: Various Universal Genève automatic
Price: $1,200+

One of the earliest watches by design luminary Gerald Genta, the Universal Genève’s Polerouter was made to promote the first trans-Atlantic flights over the North Pole. A remarkably well made and well designed watch featuring a micro-rotor to help keep it thin, the Polerouter remains notable today many decades after its debut.

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31. Seiko 62MAS

HODINKEE

Diameter: 37mm
Movement: Seiko 6217A automatic
Price: ~$5,500+

Seiko is renowned today for its dive watches, a story that began in 1965. Basic principles and design elements established with the release of the 62 MAS in that year continue to inform the modern Japanese brand’s highly capable, fun, affordable and deservedly popular dive watch range, as well as more upmarket models.

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The Best Rubber Watch Straps

TROPIC Dive Watch Strap

tropic gearpatrol.com

$63.20

ISOfrane Watch Strap

isofrane gearpatrol.com

$129.00

Curved End Rubber Strap

everestbands.com

$235.00

30. Longines Hour Angle

Longines

Diameter: 47.5mm
Movement: ETA A07.111 automatic
Price: $5,000

The first Hour Angle watch was produced by Longines and developed with the famous aviator Charles Lindbergh in 1931 for navigational use in his aeronautic adventures. The brand today produces a modern interpretation with an automatic movement.

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29. Beobachtungsuhr (B-Uhr)

b-Uhr

Diameter: 55mm
Movement: Various handwound
Price: $6,000+

In the 1930s, the watch companies IWC, A. Lange & Söhne, Wempe, Laco and Stowa made incredibly durable, accurate, and legible watches for the German air force. Known as B-Uhr, many of the same brands still produce modern versions, most of which are smaller than the originals’ 55mm cases.

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28. Bulgari Octo Finissimo

Bulgari

Diameter: 40mm
Movement: BVL 138 automatic
Price: $12,200+

The complicated case design of the Bulgari Octo watch was conceived by Gerald Genta, and today it’s one of the edgiest luxury sport watches on the market. The busy case is offset by a simple dial and thin profile for a dramatic, luxurious look that immediately grabs your attention.

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27. Grand Seiko SBGJ235

Grand Seiko

Diameter: 40mm
Movement: Grand Seiko 9S86 automatic
Price: $6,300

Grand Seiko is one of the few companies offering the somewhat exotic feature of a “hi-beat” (5Hz) movement. The SBGJ235, with a hi-beat movement, handy GMT feature and impressive balance of colors, design and features, makes for a grail-worthy watch.

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26. Rolex Day-Date 1803

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Diameter: 36mm
Movement: Rolex 1555 automatic
Price: $6,500+

A symbol of luxury and status, the Day-Date is only produced in precious metals and is instantly recognizable as a Rolex. Building upon the design and date window of the Datejust, the Day-Date was released in 1956, adding the day of the week spelled out in full at the top of the dial. It’s at its most iconic on its “President”-style bracelet.

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25. Breguet Type 20

Breguet

Diameter: 39mm
Movement: Breguet 582 automatic
Price: $9,500

Produced for the French air force following WWII, the Type XX is one of the most notable pilot’s watches available. It featured a a flyback chronograph, which allows the stopwatch function to be restarted without stopping it. While several companies made watches to the government’s specifications, Breguet is the most notable and maintains a modern collection.

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24. Ressence Type 3

Ressence

Diameter: 44mm
Movement: Modified ETA 2824-2 automatic
Price: ~$40,130

Ressence is one of the most unique and innovative watch brands in the world, presenting traditional mechanical horology in a strikingly novel way. The Type 3 represents the brand’s vision best, with a dial that revolves to display the time and an oil-filled case that does wonders for legibility.

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23. Patek Philippe Calatrava

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Diameter: 37mm+
Movement: Various in-house Patek Philippe
Price: $20,870+

The understated Patek Philippe Calatrava debuted in 1932 with reference 96 and established the blueprint for a collection that continues to this day. Though it stems from a brand known for highly complicated watchmaking, many consider the Calatrava to be the ultimate dress watch.

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22. IWC Portugieser

Phillips

Diameter: 40-44mm
Movement: IWC in-house calibers
Price: $7,250+

Restrained and classic in style, the IWC Portugieser is a dress watch staple. Introduced in 1939, the reference 325 was unusually large at 41.5mm at at time when much smaller watches were the norm, but it set the tone for a collection that today includes a range of watches, from three-hand models to chronographs and more.

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21. Rolex Daytona ref. 6239 “Paul Newman”

Rolex

Diameter: 39mm
Movement: Valjoux 72 handwound
Price: $238,000+

While nearly any Cosmograph Daytona with an exotic dial is more valuable than its standard-dial brethren, the 6239, which Paul Newman himself wore, blows them all out of the water. Newman’s personal Rolex hammered for more than $17M in 2017, but even non-Newman owned variants are worth hundreds of thousands, and it’s not hard to see why — they’re some of the most beautiful watches ever made.

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The Best NATO Watch Straps

Phoenix G10 NATO Strap

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£12.99

Maratac Mil-NATO Band

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$17.00

Supreme NATO Strap

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20. Zenith El Primero

Zenith

Diameter: 37mm
Movement: Zenith El Primero automatic
Price: $7,000+

The groundbreaking 1969 Zenith El Primero movement, introduced in the reference A384, was among the first automatic chronographs in the world. Operating at the unusually high frequency of 5Hz, Zenith’s movement is still produced today and powers a variety of watches.

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19. Heuer Carrera

Tag Heuer

Diameter: 36-41mm
Movement: Various
Price: $2,500+

This well-known watch from Heuer and then TAG Heuer has taken many different forms over the years, but all draw upon the Carrera introduced in 1964 as the reference 2447. This might still be the most perfect of them all, and a modern remake captures its charms well while adding updates like a slightly larger diameter.

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18. Casio G-Shock

Casio

Diameter: 43mm
Movement: Quartz
Price: Varies

When Casio employee Kikuo Ibe smashed his prized watch, he was inspired to create one that simply “wouldn’t break when you dropped it,” and the first G-Shock debuted in 1983. Today, the DNA of the original reference DW-5000C carries on in the 5600 series and others and remains one of the toughest, coolest watches in existence.

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17. A-11

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Diameter: ~32mm
Movement: Various handwound
Price: $150+

The A-11 has been called “the watch that won the war.” Made by several American companies for Allied soldiers in WWII, it had to be durable, legible and accurate, traits that still define the best watches today. Despite its utilitarian purpose, it’s somehow attractive — and one of the most notable watches ever made.

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16. Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso

Jaeger-LeCoultre

Diameter: 21mm+
Movement: Quartz, handwound and automatic
Price: $4,150+

Even at first glance, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, introduced in 1931, is an Art Deco design masterpiece, but it’s even more unique for featuring a case that can be reversed on the wrist — originally conceived to protect it from knocks when being worn by polo players. Today it’s made in both simple and complicated versions.

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15. A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk

A. Lange Sohne

Diameter: 41.9mm
Movement: A. Lange & Söhne L043.1 Manual
Price: ~$88,300

A. Lange & Söhne’s Zeitwerk was controversial at its introduction for its avant-garde looks, but quickly became one of the most unique and notable watches in recent history. It helps that every Lange watch is refined to exceptional standards, but it also signifies that the brand’s take on classical German watchmaking incorporates room for creativity and daring.

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14. Cartier Santos

Cartier

Diameter: 35.1-43.3mm
Movement: Various handwound or automatic
Price: $6,250+

Officially the first purpose-built, serially produced wristwatch and simultaneously the first-ever pilot’s watch, the Cartier Santos was made for a pioneering aviator in 1904. It remains one of Cartier’s most popular collections and has an utterly distinctive personality.

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13. Grand Seiko Snowflake

Grand Seiko

Diameter: 41mm
Movement: Seiko Spring Drive 9R65 Automatic
Price: $5,800

Probably Grand Seiko’s most notable model, the Snowflake combines a multitude of features that make the brand unique: It uses an innovative Spring Drive movement, features “zaratsu” polishing and places emphasis on the beautifully textured execution of its dial.

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12. Breitling Navitimer

Breitling

Diameter: 41mm
Movement: Breitling B-09 handwound
Price: $8,600

The ref. 806 is perhaps the model that best encapsulates the history and signature features of the storied Breitling Navitimer, with a slide rule bezel that was used by pilots for a range of necessary calculations at a time before cockpits went digital. A modern remake offers much of the same appeal but with updated materials and construction.

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11. Rolex GMT Master ref. 1675

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Diameter: 40mm
Movement: Rolex 1570 automatic
Price: ~$14,000-$35,000

Produced from 1959 through 1980, the Rolex GMT Master ref. 1675 is one of the longest-produced models from the brand and has come to define the iconic GMT Master look. The GMT Master is so culturally potent that any watch with the blue and red bezel will be called “Pepsi,” but it’s Rolex that coined the style, of course.

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10. Apple Watch

Apple

Diameter: 34mm or 38mm
Movement: WatchOS
Price: ~$399+

The Apple Watch can also do far, far more than any watch in history, and continues to dominate the smartwatch segment itself. Apple studied the Swiss watch industry in developing its smartwatch and the result is a wearing experience that watch enthusiasts should appreciate — even if many are too stubborn to do so.

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9. Patek Philippe Nautilus

Patek Philippe

Diameter: 40mm
Movement: Patek Philippe 26‑330 S C automatic
Price: $30,620+

Persistently in-demand, the Nautilus is the steel sport watch from Patek Philippe, typically selling for far above its retail price. Designed in 1976 by the luminary Gerald Genta following the success of his Royal Oak for Audemars Piguet, the Nautilus is one of the most prestigious watches but offers a casual wearing experience and sporty specs.

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8. A. Lange & Söhne Datograph

A. Lange Sohne

Diameter: 41mm
Movement: A. Lange & Söhne L095.1 handwound
Price: ~$51,570

Among the several models that debuted the modern incarnation of A. Lange & Söhne’s revival in 1994, it’s the Lange 1 that catapulted the company to success. With an asymmetric layout featuring a subdial for the main time, a small dial for the seconds, a large digital date display and a power reserve indicator, it’s not only striking and original, but its strong personality and thoughtful details make it a masterpiece in many collectors’ minds.

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7. Blancpain Fifty Fathoms

Blancpain

Diameter: 38mm+
Movement: Various
Price: $9,500+

Dive watches as we know them today were born in 1953 when, alongside important releases from Rolex and Zodiac, Blancpain introduced its Fifty Fathoms. Originally designed for the French navy’s elite Nageur de Combat, the watch was reissued back in the 2000s and the result is one of the most notable modern luxury dive watches available.

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6. Cartier Tank

Cartier

Diameter: 24.4mm+
Movement: Various handwound, automatic and quartz
Price: $2,410 – $35,400

Cartier pioneered the wristwatch with a square-shaped Santos in 1904, but it was the 1917 Tank that catapulted the men’s wristwatch into popularity. The collection is alive and varied today and constitutes the archetypical formal, elegant watch.

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5. Panerai Luminor

Panerai

Diameter: 40mm-50mm
Movement: Handwound or automatic
Price: $5,500-$149,000

The history of its use by Italian navy divers, its swaggering panache, its simple but masculine style, its captivating luminescence, its distinctive crown guard and locking mechanism…these all contribute to what makes the Panerai Luminor an enduring icon.

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4. Patek Philippe ref. 1518

Patek Philippe

Diameter: 35mm
Movement: Heavily modified Valjoux handwound
Price: $260,000+

Patek Philippe’s perpetual calendar chronograph watches are legendary in part because they were the first company to ever produce such a watch serially. In 1941, the reference 1518 introduced this combination of perpetual calendar and chronograph — though highly complicated, it exemplifies refinement, elegance and wearability.

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3. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

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Diameter: 37-44mm
Movement: Various AP automatic
Price: $19,300+

When Gerald Genta designed the Royal Oak for Audemars Piguet in 1970, not even he could have imagined its future success or influence. It single-handedly introduced the concept of the luxury steel sport watch with integrated bracelet to the world, but even nearly 50 years after its 1972 release it’s as fresh and desirable as ever, if not more so.

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2. Omega Speedmaster Professional

Omega

Diameter: 42mm
Movement: Various Omega handwound calibers
Price: $5,350+

There’s nothing quite as seductive as a chance to wear the same watch that passed NASA’s stringent tests and went to the moon. The Omega Speedmaster’s solid build and versatile looks further helped it become one of the most popular watches today, and it doesn’t hurt that modern versions remain relatively accessibly priced.

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1. Rolex Submariner ref. 5513

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Diameter: 40mm
Movement: Rolex 1520 and 1530 automatic
Price: $11,000+

Uncontroversially, the Rolex Submariner is the most recognized and influential watch in history, and the 5513 is the model that established the form that defines the Sub as we know it today. Introduced in 1962 largely fully formed, it was produced for around 25 years. Simple and legible but eminently versatile, the watch world without this watch as its nucleus would look radically different.

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This Startup Just Blew Away Tesla’s Most Important Advantage

Tesla invented the premium EV segment. And they have been riding a key advantage that has kept them a step ahead, even as the likes of Mercedes-Benz and Porsche have come to compete: battery and powertrain technology. Build quality concerns aside, no manufacturer has been able to match or exceed Tesla on range and performance. That just changed dramatically.

Lucid Motors threw down the gauntlet to Tesla, promising their Air sedan would exceed the Model S on range with superior aerodynamics and a more efficiently packaged powertrain. The Air delivered. The EPA has officially rated Air Dream R AWD with 19-inch wheels for 520 miles, representing a massive step forward for EV technology. The Air Dream P performance version that bumps the power output to 1,111 horsepower earned a 471-mile rating.

The Lucid Air bests the Tesla Model S Long Range by 115 miles. For perspective, it was considered a massive deal when the Model S broke the 400-mile barrier in 2020. Tesla had planned its own tri-motor Model S Plaid Plus with its new 4680 battery cells that it said would bring 520 miles of range. However, Tesla canceled the Plaid Plus shortly before production started, with Elon Musk claiming there was no need for it as the Model S Plaid was “just so good.”

We expect Tesla will revisit the Plaid Plus Model S or something similar to battle the Lucid Air in the future. However, that would mean adding that to a Tesla to-do list that includes the Semitruck, the Cybertruck, the Roadster — which buyers put $50,000 deposits on and may be powered by rockets— and Level 5 autonomous driving tech intended to turn Tesla vehicles into a massive robotaxi fleet. Purportedly there’s a robot coming as well.

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