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Armin StromArmin Strom Gravity Equal Force Ultimate Sapphire Blue
One of the most advanced automatic watches on the market gets an icy blue makeover inspired by the glacial lakes of the Swiss Alps. With a name as complicated as its dial, the Gravity Equal Force Ultimate Sapphire Blue is Armin Strom’s newest addition to the System 78 collection. According to the brand, the in-house caliber ASB19 is “the first automatic movement to feature a stop-work declutch mechanism combined with a Geneva cross within the barrel.” This horological masterpiece can be viewed through both the dial and the back. Though not technically a limited edition, the intricacies of the production process mean that only 25 pieces are made each year.
LeicaLeica M11-D (100 Years of Leica)
To celebrate the brand’s 100-year history, Leica has launched a series of exclusive “100 Years of Leica” edition cameras, with the Leica M11-D being the standout. The special-edition rangefinder camera features the same guts as the standard M11, including a 60-megapixel full-frame CMOS image sensor and Maestro III processor. Still, it comes with two interchangeable lenses, the Leica Summilux-M 50 f/1.4 ASPH and the Leitz Anastigmat-M 50 f/3.5, the latter of which is a reimagined version of the fixed Leitz Anastigmat 50mm f/3.5 lens that came with the 1925-released Leica I. It also features some aesthetic changes, including brass top and bottom plates, and a black paint finish that resembles the original Leica I. With the purchase, Leica includes several accessories (carry strap and SD card case) for the camera and houses it all in beautiful glossy black wooden box.
VollebakBang & Olufsen Beosound 2 Vollebak Edition
B & O’s Beosound 2 speaker is already one of the most iconic, innovative loudspeakers on the market, marked by Acoustic Lens Technology, offering 360 degrees of sound alongside its ability to acoustically map its surroundings to deliver the best possible sound no matter where you place it. But now Vollebak has given it an exclusive, individually anodised aluminium shell with a unique scorched finish, making it look almost like a starship engine that’s been through re-entry. Per the brand, “Each Vollebak Edition speaker is one-of-a-kind, with an anodised aluminium finish that simulates rocket burn and the residue of cosmic noise.”
Ten ThousandTen Thousand Tactical Recon Shirt
One of our favorite gym and workout apparel brands’ Tactical Recon Shirt was purpose-built for peak summer heat and meant to handle tough training without getting in your way. It uses a durable, stretchy fabric that moves with you and boasts a UPF rating of 45+. Laser-cut vents help keep you cool, and the bonded seams give it a clean look that won’t chafe. Reinforced shoulders are also welcome details for anyone who rucks or trains with a weighted pack.
Cambridge AudioCambridge Audio Melomania A100
The Melomania A100 is the British audio manufacturer’s first wireless earbuds with a stem design, similar to that of Apple’s AirPods. Other than that, they are wireless earbuds that prioritize sound. They pack 10mm dynamic Neodymium drivers and use the same Class AB amplification found in the brand’s high-end CX and EX Series of amplifiers. They support high-resolution Bluetooth codecs, including LDAC, aptX Adaptive and aptX Lossless. The A100 also features active noise cancellation and transparency modes.
