Our Most Popular Stories of the Week

Here are our most popular stories of the week, in case you missed them the first time around.

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Over the last week, we dived deep into background stories: from denim to watches to three-in-one jackets (don’t buy those, by the way), these are the stories Gear Patrol readers liked the most.

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This Is the Best Hybrid Smartwatch I’ve Ever Worn

Reviewing the first hybrid analog smartwatch to feature heart rate monitoring. (It makes a difference.)

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6 Affordable Classics You Can Drive to Work Every Day

Find modern cars a bit boring? A classic is a surefire way to bring character to your commute.

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15 Best Products That Work with Apple HomeKit

From lights to cameras, outlets and sensors – get Siri to control them all.

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The iPhone X May Be Discontinued — Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Care

There are rumors Apple may have discontinued it’s iPhone X. Let’s take a breath and unpack it.

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Why You Should Never Buy a Three-in-One Jacket

It may seem like smart design and a great deal – but it isn’t. And here’s why.

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How A Small German Village Became the Most Important Place for Watches

Glashütte, with a population of around 7,000, has all the hallmarks of any other sleepy town in the German state of Saxony: steep hillsides, surrounded by forests. It is, however, home to the makers of…

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How Affordability Is Winning the Watch World

At SIHH, watchmakers embraced entry-level luxury with value-driven timepieces.

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Why Your Next Pair of Sunglasses Should Have Blue Lenses

Reduce glare, enhance contours and reduce stress on the eyes.

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Now Is the Time to Buy Up Cars of the ’90s and Early ’00s

Enjoy them and resell in 10 to 15 years for a payday.

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Where the World’s Best Denim Is Made

These denim mills make top-tier fabric used in some of the best goods you can buy.