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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.

The 12 Best Cigars to Smoke in 2020

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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.

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

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

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

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

The Best Cast-Iron Skillets You Can Buy in 2020

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

The Best-Looking Desks to Deck Out Your Home Office

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

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

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

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.

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.

You Can Now Order the First Folding-Screen Laptop

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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.

The 10 Best Everyday Backpacks Under $100

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From the North Face, Bellroy, Rains and more.

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.

Nostalgic for the ’80s? This Timex Will Help

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Keen Releases Exclusive Jerry Garcia Masks, Sandals and Bags

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Sandals, masks and bags.

The Tudor Royal Is a Bargain Luxury Sport Watch

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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.