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Today in Gear is our daily roundup of all the latest product announcements, drops and deals. Comments or concerns? We’d love to hear from you at [email protected].

That Little Hole in Your Swiss Army Knife Has a Surprising Use

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It could save your behind in the backcountry — or at least help you keep your pants up.

The Best Vintage Military Watches to Collect Under $5,000

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From inexpensive, Gulf War-era quartz to lauded 1950s, gilded chronographs, these are the best deals in military timepieces.

What Automaker Owns Your Favorite Car Brand?

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The brands you know, and the corporate umbrellas you might not.

The Best Razors for Men

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Shaving should be something you look forward to. Here are the best razors to help make it so.

How to Trim a Nylon NATO Strap

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Nato straps much too long? Don’t like tucking in the extra length? Here’s how to cut it down to size.

Why You Need a Password Manager (And Five to Try)

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Writing down passwords on a notepad, or just using the same password for everything, may have served you well so far, but these are high-risk strategies that are going to leave you exposed sooner rather than later.

Titanium Brings This Vintage-Style Chronograph Into the Modern Era

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A new case material and aesthetics make for a wholly modern and compelling package.

Ford’s New Explorer King Ranch Brings Western-Themed Luxury to the Midsize SUV Party

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The King Ranch trim level trickles down to the Explorer for 2021.

What Does Dogfish Head Know About Canned Cocktails?

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More than you might guess. They’ve been in the spirits business for nearly two decades.

Holy Crap, Gunther Werks Is Building a 993-Gen 911 Speedster

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Drooling over Jerry Seinfeld’s rarest Porsche 911? This new resto-mod may be even better.

Want an M1-Powered MacBook? You Can Snag a Refurbished One for a Discount

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Apple is selling refurbished models of its M1-powered MacBook Air and MacBook Pro for the first time.

Gerber’s New Folding Knife Is Innovative (and Massive)

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Gerber’s latest knife folds open and shut, but it isn’t for your EDC.

These Are the Safest New Cars in America, According to the Experts

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The IIHS has published its list of Top Safety Picks for 2021, with brands like Volvo and Subaru leading the charge.

The 18 Best Bourbon Whiskeys You Can Buy in 2021

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Everything you ever wanted to know about America’s favorite brown spirit, including, of course, the best bottles you can actually buy.