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Omega’s Best All-Around Sports Watch Gets Its Boldest Look Ever

The ever-versatile Aqua Terra adopts a dark and moody dial. Plus, reissued Rimowa luggage, a deceptively premium pocket knife and more.

Omega Aqua Terra TurquoiseOmega

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The product world moves at a mile a minute. From a bold everyday sports watch to a deceptively premium pocket knife, these are today’s most exciting new drops from Omega, Civivi and more.

Today in Gear: Your daily snapshot of the most important new releases, independently curated by our editors. Catch up on other product announcements.

Omega Aqua Terra TurquoiseOmega

Omega Aqua Terra Turquoise

When it comes to everyday sports watches, the Omega Aqua Terra sets the bar for versatility, comfort, value and good looks. Now, the watch gets a bold makeover with the addition of a lacquered turquoise dial that differs from other timepieces thanks to a black gradient effect, which stands in vivd contrast to white indices. The watch itself comes with Omega’s relatively new comfort bracelet, complete with micro-adjustability on the go.

highland the wash bottleHighland

Highland The Wash

Highland expands upon its lineup of styling products with The Wash, an all-in-one shower solution that cleans, hydrates and nourishes both hair and scalp. Transparently formulated with science-backed ingredients and botanicals, the sulfate- and fragrance-free cleanser smells like sandalwood and mint — naturally.

Civivi Sixgill on obsidian backgroundCivivi

Civivi Sixgill

Designed by Mike Gavac (also known as Gavko Knives), Civivi’s Sixgill is an impressively affordable knife jam-packed with premium features. That starts with its curvy, long-bellied reverse tanto blade, made with either Nitro-V or Damascus steel (depending on your chosen configuration). It also extends to the handle — crafted from G10, Micarta or Guibourtia wood — and its reliable, ambidextrous crossbar lock. That’s just the beginning, too. For a knife this affordable (even for the highest-end version), it’s impressively appointed.

Sony C710N wireless earbudsSony

Sony C710N

The Sony C710N are budget-friendly wireless earbuds that are the direct successor to the 2023-released WFC700N. They have support premium features, such as active noise-cancellation and transparency modes, Bluetooth multi-pairing and optical sensors that automatically play/pause music when the earbuds are placed/removed from your ears. But the most standout new feature is that Sony offers them in a transparent blue design (as well as several other traditional colors).

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Focal Bathys MG

The Focal Bathys MG are even higher-end wireless noise-canceling headphones than the company’s 2022-released Bathys. They share the same basic design and many of the same features, but the French loudspeaker manufacturer upgraded them with even more luxurious materials (such as aluminum, magnesium and leather) and decked them out with upgraded M-shaped magnesium dome drivers — the same ones featured in its $1,699 Clear MG headphones. At $1,299, they’re twice as expensive as the Bathys and definitely one of the most expensive wireless ANC headphones you can buy.

a rimowa suitcaseRimowa

Rimowa Holiday Hand-Carry Case

Rimowa turns to its archive for this limited-edition release by recreating one of the brand’s first vividly colored luggage collections from 1988. The Holiday Hand-Case is available in Gloss Blue, Red or Yellow, with each featuring white accents and lining color-matched to its grooved polycarbonate exterior. The delightfully retro case, which is intended for quick 2—3 day trips, also includes a detachable shoulder strap to make it easier to carry.

a man in a navy blue striped sweaterBuck Mason

Buck Mason Seafarer Cotton Guernsey Sweater

Buck Mason makes the case that summer can also be sweater season with the Seafarer Cotton Guernsey Sweater. A guernsey is a traditional fisherman’s sweater with an oval-shaped “boat neck,” rubbed cuffs and vented bottom hem. This version is made with a loose-knit, lightweight 100% cotton that is comfortable in warmer weather.

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A Cult-Favorite Seiko Diver Just Got Even More Japanese

When it first arrived on the watch scene in the early aughts, Seiko’s Prospex SKX779 dive watch drove a wedge through the middle of the watch enthusiast space. Some found its bizarre, chunky appearance downright disgusting, while others fell madly in love with its quirks.

For better or worse, the watch — which earned the moniker “Monster” — became a mainstay of Seiko’s dive watch category. Now, this beast turns another unique page in its long history with the release of the exclusive Seiko x Beams Prospex SKX781.

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Most of the watch’s somewhat divisive, iconic features remain in this Beams reimagining.
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The beast from 109 fathoms

Thankfully, the chunky stainless steel case and matching thick link band — two elements that earned this Seiko Prospex diver the nickname “Monster” — remain in this new version.

In fact, much of what makes the SKX781 popular among fans and collectors has stayed intact. That includes its rotating dive timer bezel, Lumibrite-coated hands and dial markers, 3 o’clock day-date window, 4 o’clock crown and even its hardlex crystal.

Most critically, it is still powered by the same reliable, time-tested, serviceable 4R36 automatic mechanical movement. This is also why the watch is still the same beefy 42.5mm size.

Adidas Secretly Released the Perfect Retro Sneaker. And It’s Not the Samba

Bob Marley’s go-to shoe continues its rise with the best colorway yet. But most shoppers may never see it.

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The SL 72 may not be as big as the Samba but it’s not for a lack of trying.

Last year, the old-school Adidas sneaker nearly topped the Lyst Index, a quarterly roundup of the hottest items in fashion.

Models like Emily Ratajkowski added pairs to their wardrobes. Grace Wales Bonner gave the shoe a series of sold-out glow-ups.

And now, Adidas has devised what may be the idyllic pair, available in a timeless harmony of white, navy blue and gold-foil branding.

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Collegiate Navy and a creamy yellow midsole give this version of the SL 72 timeless aura.
Adidas

What’s more, the midsole features in a unique creamy yellow that plays into the SL 72’s heritage and retro appeal.

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The SL 72 was one of the first Adidas shoes to feature the now-iconic trefoil logo.
Adidas

(The shoe was first released ahead of the 1972 Summer Olympics and became a go-to for Bob Marley; notably, it was one of the first Adidas shoes to showcase the brand’s trefoil logo.)

Just one problem: the brand isn’t ready to release it on a global scale. And mum’s the word on whether or not it ever will.

blue Adidas shoe
Here, the brown gum sole extends to the toe cap.
Adidas

A Japan exclusive

Like many good things in life, the new SL 72 looks to be exclusive to the Japanese market, with a Night Indigo colorway coming in as the closest dupe for US shoppers.

Though it shares the dark-blue upper, its white midsole and toe cap come across more modern than nostalgic.

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This Night Indigo colorway is the closest US shoppers can get to the colorway. It shared a dark-blue upper and gold foiling, but the white midsole and toe cap give it a modern edge.
Adidas

That being said, it’s still a handsome shoe and there are certainly worse ways to spend $100 than on a classic everyday sneaker in a versatile colorway.

Meanwhile, the Japan-exclusive SL 72 is available for 14,300 Japanese Yen (around $95 given the favorable exchange rate).

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Adidas SL 72 RS

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This Impossibly Affordable EDC Knife Is a Redesigned, Value-Packed Fan-Favorite

For the last several years, Ben Petersen has been pretty busy. Before running EDC knife brand Knafs full time, he designed noteworthy cutting tools for other brands. Most notably, he designed the Civivi Baby Banter 6.

However, that stout cutting tool didn’t quench his thirst for small folders. So, he returned to the drawing board and, a few years later, crafted the insanely affordable Knafs Lander 5 — what could be one of the best starter knives of all time.

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One of the Lander 5’s best features is its stoutness. It’s highly functional but also more legal to carry in more places.
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The first cut

It’s no coincidence that I dubbed the Knafs Lander 5 a starter knife. That was Petersen’s entire intent. He wanted to create the ultimate “first knife” — a cutting tool folks new to EDC might start their collection (read: obsession) with.

This goal was born of Petersen’s personal history with EDC knives — he spent his teens in the Boy Scouts, acquiring scars (and skills) from Swiss Army Knives. However, with 14 years of knifemaking under his belt, he was finally ready to craft a knife design for kids like him.

But that isn’t as simple as sketching a pocketknife design. It required consideration and planning. Petersen had to craft a design that stood up to punishment, boasted worthwhile materials and mechanisms, and (most importantly) was affordable and approachable.

Is Breitling Gunning for Rolex With Its Latest Watch?

Take a look at the baton hands and indices. Yes, they are borrowed from the Top Time Chronograph, but in this three-hand layout, they look very Rolex-y. Further driving home that point is the cyclops date window at 3 o’clock. That is a signature of the Datejust, and of Rolex in general, so seeing it pop up on a three-hand Breitling is a little jarring.

Water resistance is 100m, making it just as everyday-appropriate as a Datejust, and even the bracelet offered is the closest thing Breitling offers to a Rolex Oyster bracelet — Breitling’s slashed-Oyster “Professional” bracelet, complete with polished center links.

Despite its similarities, however, the new Top Time is no Datejust ripoff. Its vintage-inspired case is completely different, its bold minute track and use of multiple colors on the dial put it into far sportier territory, and it’s available on your choice of a bracelet or a perforated leather rallye strap. It also features a sapphire display back, something we’ll probably never see on a Datejust.

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Three colors of the Top Time B31 are available to start.
Breitling

Pricing and Availability

With its everyday style, new in-house movement and “Rolex but make it sportier” vibes, I think the new Top Time three-hander is a big hit for Breitling. The brand certainly thinks so, too, as it has introduced movie star Austin Butler as the face of the watch for its initial campaign.

I think the Top Time B31 will appeal to people who like the idea of a Datejust but want something a bit more unique/visually interesting or are just looking to save a little money. A comparable steel Datejust in 36mm with a smooth bezel on an Oyster bracelet goes for $7,550, while the new Top Time B31 retails for just $5,900 on a bracelet or $5,600 on a strap.

A Legendary Space Chronograph Just Got Better. It’s Not an Omega.

The 42-millimeter case, which measures 51 millimeters lug-to-lug, is made from solid titanium, as are the case back, crown and pushers. A cartoon space ship is engraved on the back as a nod to the watch’s origins.

The titanium three-link bracelet has a three-piece squeeze-activated clasp with a push-button micro-adjustment system. Although Fortis will fit the bracelet to a chosen wrist size upon purchase, it is adjustable with screw-in pins. A screwdriver is provided with the watch.

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The Novonaut N-42 Titanium Legacy epitomizes great industrial design in watches.
Fortis

This is a tool watch for people who appreciate the beauty in great functionality. Fortis did not sacrifice any margin of performance for improved looks, but the Novonaut N-42 is beautiful because it epitomizes great industrial design in tool watches. A titanium case makes it that much easier to wear.

Availability and pricing

The Fortis Novonaut N-42 Titanium Legacy is available now from Fortis for $5,360.

It is only available in one color and only comes with a titanium three-link bracelet.

This Minimalist EDC Knife Is So Rustproof, It’s Literally Guaranteed for Life

Terrain 365 has a propensity for making some of the toughest, most durable bladed tools on the market. Throughout its lifespan, the brand’s design language — especially with its folding knives — has continued to evolve.

The brand’s latest, the Terrain 365 Narwhal-AT, might be the ultimate expression of the brand’s ethos (at least so far). It’s not only a gorgeous, minimalist EDC tool but also remarkably robust and well-built.

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The Terrain 365 Narwhal-AT is brilliantly balanced in its design while still being ergonomic and grippy.
Terrain 365

Gnarly narwhal

With its balanced ovular silhouette and relatively minimalist detailing, you might not realize how robust the Narwhal-AT truly is. That starts with its flipper blade.

Crafted from Terrain 365’s proprietary Terravantium Dendritic Cobalt steel, the blade is tough, holds an edge well and (most critically) is entirely rustproof. It’s so corrosion-resistant that the brand guarantees it for life.

The other end of the knife, the handle, isn’t any less impressive. While the five configurations have varying presentation scale materials — including titanium, carbon fiber and canvas Micarta — they all have a titanium frame lock side.

This Affordable Italian Watch Checks All the Vintage Chronograph Boxes

A a need for speed

The Hesagraph Variante B is a 12-hour chronograph with a 30-minute counter dial at three o’clock. Every ten minutes is marked with a numeral, and five-minute intervals are marked with a red dot-capped dash.

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The Variante B dial is loosely inspired by the iconic Rolex Daytona.
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A twelve-hour counter dial, placed at six o’clock, and a running seconds dial, placed at nine o’clock, have the same layout, only with different numerals.

The outside dial track for the chronograph seconds is broken down by fifths of a second, with an applied marker, red dash and lume dot placed every five seconds.

Both the hour hand and minute hand match previous Hesagraph references, with a straight bar, tapers a bit at the base and a point at the end, each inlaid with lume. The central chronograph hand on the Variante B has been updated to an arrow style with a lume inlay in the point.

This Unique Travel Watch Turns the Typical GMT on Its Head. Literally

Most GMT watches work in the same way. You’ve got your main hour and minute hand for telling the local time on a 12-hour scale, while an additional GMT hand tracks a second time zone on a 24-hour scale.

There are variations, of course. Sometimes there’s a rotating 24-hour bezel, sometimes not. Movements come in either “caller” or “flyer” arrangements, offering independent adjustability of the GMT hand or local hour hand, respectively. Some brands, like Panerai and Patek Philippe, have their GMT hand track the second time zone in a 12-hour rather than 24-hour format.

Then there’s De Bethune. The high-end independent brand thrives on the unexpected and the avant-garde, which is why its take on the travel watch turns the GMT complication on its head. Literally.

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In case you couldn’t tell, this isn’t your average GMT.
De Bethune

Home Watch, Meet Travel Watch

De Bethune has just debuted the DB Kind of Two GMT Season 3, a new version of the brand’s previous Kind of Two GMT and its third collaboration with rapper and horological enthusiast Swizz Beatz, hence the “Season 3” moniker.

The watch is effectively two separate watches in one, with the rotating case featuring a unique dial on both sides with each displaying a different time zone. This makes it so the wearer can, if they wish, use one dial for home wear and the other when traveling. Sort of gives a new definition to the term “vacation time.”

This Anti-Magnetic Watch Will Scratch Your Itch for a Beloved Discontinued Rolex

However, the Decaflux is not just a replica. Horage built an impressive watch that can stand on its own merits, like applied Super-LumiNova-filled indices, diamond-cut hands, a signed and knurled screw-down crown and a sapphire crystal exhibition case back.

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The glass on the blue dial is tinted blue.
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Considering that Rolex discontinued the Milgauss in 2023, the Decaflux is more fulfilling a vacancy than following a leader. The overall construction and finishing may not be on par with a Rolex, but the desired performance is all there, with a brand that is forging its own path.

Availability and pricing

The Horage Decaflux K3 is now available for preorder from Horage.

During the preorder period, it costs $2835. When it is released on March 24, the price will go up to $3,110, which is still a bargain for the specs on this watch.

This Tiny $25 Gadget Is My New Favorite Charging Accessory

Have you ever tried charging your phone, laptop or headphones and, after a few hours, it still wasn’t charged? The answer is most likely “yes.” You’re then left wondering if there’s something wrong with your device, the charger or the cable. It’s frustrating.

The good news is that you can buy little adapters that show charging stats to help identify the problem. They’re called power meters, and they’re fairly inexpensive.

USB power meters are pretty simple. You plug them into your device and they act as a conduit between it, the charging cable and the power adapter. When charging, the power meter will show you the power — specifically the wattage, but sometimes the voltage and amps as well, depending how fancy it is — going into your device. (You can also plug one directly into a power adapter to see how much power it’s distributing.)

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Since the new iPhones charge via USB-C, you can use this power meter to check out its charging stats.
Photo by Tucker Bowe for Gear Patrol

Like most people these days, I have a lot of different gadgets. And thankfully most of them charge via USB-C — even my iPhone — so I can use the same charging cable for all of them. Still, they obviously all have different charging capabilities.

“USB-C is this technology that on one hand is very simple for users — it’s one port to connect everything,” says Bernie Thompson, the founder of Plugable Technologies, which makes an array of chargers, docking stations and related products. “But on the other hand it’s really confusing because you’re never quite sure what level of functionality you’re going to get when connecting things.”

A little power meter can, as Thompson says, help “clarify what’s happening.” I’ve been trying out Plugable’s USB-C power meter for the past several weeks and it’s been enlightening, but mostly quite fun. I use it when charging my iPhone, AirPods and MacBooks, if for no other reason than just to see what’s going on. 

This Ultra-Tough Affordable Sports Watch Boasts a Never-Before-Seen Feature

Historically, major innovations have come from the big names in the watch industry. Think Rolex with its water-resistant Oyster case or Seiko developing the first quartz movement.

But it’s a different world these days. Often, it seems, the most exciting new horological developments are coming from small independent brands that possess the drive, passion and sometimes necessity to innovate as a way to not only survive but stand out in an ever-crowded field.

One of the most impressive brands in this regard is Formex, a small and independent affordable Swiss brand that, unlike most of its competitors, actually has its own Swiss-based manufacturing facilities— Dexel, which produces bracelets and cases for high-end brands like Hublot and Girard-Perregaux, and dial-maker Cadranor.

As a result of Formex’s synergy with its two manufacturing arms (all three companies are owned by the Granito family), Formex’s watches boast several proprietary technologies, such as its patented Case Suspension System. Now, to celebrate its 25th anniversary, the brand has debuted its latest innovation which marks an impressive first in the world of watchmaking.

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Formex is celebrating its 25th birthday with another patented innovation.
Formex

The Perfect Clasp?

Ceramic has gained popularity as a material in watchmaking in recent years thanks largely to its supreme hardness. The zirconium oxide ceramic typically used in watchmaking offers several times the scratch resistance of stainless steel while also weighing less.

Ceramic bezels and cases are seen most often, with ceramic bracelets and clasps being rarer but by no means unheard of. Given how clasps are typically scratch magnets, ceramic — which is nearly impossible to scratch — is theoretically the best material out of which to make a clasp.

The Master of Minimalist Watches Just Refined an Affordable Classic

Nomos sizes up its best modern dress watch. Plus, a summer-grade J.Crew suit, rugged Harley-Davidson swag and more.

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The product world moves at a mile a minute. From minimalist dress watches to summer-grade suits, these are today’s most exciting new drops from Nomos, J.Crew and more.

Today in Gear: Your daily snapshot of the most important new releases, independently curated by our editors. Catch up on other product announcements.

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Nomos Minimatik 39 Date

Arguably Nomos’s best modern dress watch, the Minimatik, has seen a trio of references added to its lineup. While the watches are all still powered by the same in-house DUW 3001 Neomatic auto movement, they have seen some significant changes, the most notable of which is their size. Whereas the originals in the series are 35.5mm, this trio is larger at 39.5mm. There are also more subtle changes, like a redesigned case with more sculpted lugs and a gold-lined date window at the 3 o’clock position.

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Dickies x Harley-Davidson “Born to Be Alive” Collection

What happens when two iconic American heritage brands team up? When it’s this particular pair, a bunch of moto-inspired workwear, of course. With the goal of transitioning smoothly from the workshop to the road, this collaboration infuses classic Dickies silhouettes — such as the Original 874 Work Pants and the Eisenhower Jacket (above) — with signature Harley details. The collection also includes graphic tees, work shirts, vests, hoodies and hats at wallet-friendly prices.

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J.Crew Ludlow Suit in Japanese Cotton Chino

The J.Crew Ludlow suit is still the best value in off-the-rack suiting. Look no further than this Japanese Cotton Chino version for proof. For just over $500, accounting for tax, it competes in fit, feel and finish with competition double the price. It comes in navy and olive and can pull double-duty as a pair of chinos or blazer.

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Richard Mille RM 43-01 Ferrari

Richard Mille’s watches are effectively supercars for your wrist and never has that ethos been more true than with the ultra high-end watchmaker’s second collaboration with Ferrari. The RM 43-01 Ferrari is classic Richard Mille, with a signature tonneau case in your choice of Grade 5 titanium or proprietary Carbon TPT revealing a highly complex skeletonized movement. The movement is an in-house engine, Calibre RM43-01, and it boasts a tourbillon, a split-second chronograph, a power reserve indicator and even a torque indicator that measures pressure on the mainspring. There’s a lot going on, but RM still found ways to include several nods to Ferrari’s design language as Easter eggs sprinkled throughout the watch. Pricing comes in above the cost of most Ferraris: $1.3 million in titanium and $1.535 million for Carbon TPT.

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Ebbets Field Spring/Summer 2025 Collection

Ebbets Field is well known for its vintage athletic apparel, historic jerseys and wool flannel jerseys, but the brand — whose history dates back to 1988 and was purchased by Lids in 2022 — has done a bit of a rebrand by launching a menswear collection. Its first collection stays true to its old-school baseball roots but branches out into broader categories such as jackets, hoodies, shirts and hats.

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GoRuck’s Original Spec-Ops GR1 Backpack Forces Its Way Out of Retirement

This bag is incredibly versatile, looks great and performs to the highest standards. Whether you want to use it as an EDC pack for your daily commute to and from work or take it on a multi-day hike, it will handle both (and everything in between) with grace and aplomb.

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The webbing loops on the padded straps make a great attachment point for any gear you need at the ready.
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And still champion

Along with its unrivaled construction, materials and attachment points, this tactical bag has dozens of other top-notch features that have helped elevate it to legendary status.

For instance, this revival still features the bag’s original bombproof laptop sleeve. Yes, it’s really bombproof and has been tested many times (including by independent reviewers) to prove it.

It also has a removable hard plastic frame sheet for added stability, a trio of interior organizational pockets, hydration pack compatibility, reinforced and padded straps and so much more.

Han Solo’s Iconic DL-44 Blaster Could Fetch $3M At Auction

“Star Wars” fans who have money to burn may want to get their hands on memorabilia from “Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope.” Han Solo’s iconic DL-44 blaster could fetch between $2.5 million and $3 million when it goes to auction soon. 

The collector’s item will go under the hammer via Studio Auctions and Goldin Auctions along with other famed movie and TV items. Set decorator Roger Christian, who created the lightsaber, also designed the blaster. He gave it a classic Western cowboy silhouette befitting its gunslinger-turned-space hero owner Han Solo, portrayed by Harrison Ford. 

It’s the only fully intact DL-44 blaster to have survived production of the 1977 “Star Wars” film. Previously in 2022, another of its kind also went to auction and sold for over $1 million. But it wasn’t originally fully intact and was instead made up of spare parts put back together years after filming took place.

This newly surfaced version also got the seal of authentication from experts as original and complete. It will go on auction on May 10 online with a closing live sale on June 28. Goldfin Auctions said full details of the prop, including its provenance, will be shared next week, on March 26.

“Star Wars” is one of the most valuable properties for movie collectors. Production memorabilia and even props are the most expensive. An X-Wing fighter from “A New Hope” also sold for over $3 million in 2024. The DL-44 blaster is part of Han Solo’s legendary look and being it a prized item from the first “Star Wars” flick would surely entice potential buyers. 

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I Can’t Find a Single Flaw with These Minimalist Gym Shorts That Do So Much More

Vented outseams are common, especially in running shorts, but I’m a fan of the overlapping detail found on the Sevens Sport Short. It is supposed to aide in flexibility but I think it just looks cool.

Most people probably won’t even notice it, but I like that there is a faux fly, which even has a placket, because it makes the appearance a bit more acceptable as casual everyday shorts.

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Wellen places minimal branding on its shorts.
Photo by Brad Lanphear for Gear Patrol

My final verdict is that Wellen’s Sevens Sport Short might be my new favorite general-purpose shorts. Over the course of a few months, I’ve worn them all weekend long while chasing my kids around, ran seven miles in them, styled them with loafers and an oxford shirt for a family dinner and I haven’t noticed a single flaw the entire time.

Availability and pricing

The Wellen Sevens Sport Short is available exclusively from Huckberry for $78.

Wellen maximized the personalization of this design by allowing providing six colors, two inseam lengths and optional lining.

This Is One of the Classiest Dress Watches I’ve Ever Seen

German watchmaker Glashütte Original has one of the most varied catalogs in the luxury watch game.

Want a killer dive watch? Get a SeaQ. In the mood for something haute and avant-garde? Try the Pano collection. Coveting retro vibes? Check out the Original Sixties and Original Seventies.

Finally, if you want a classy dress watch, the brand offers its Senator collection of very traditional-looking dress pieces. There are myriad options within the collection, but my favorite has to be the Senator Excellence Panorama Date Moon Phase, as it combines its two titular complications in a uniquely symmetrical layout. (I like complicated dress watches, okay?)

Today, GO has launched two new references of the Senator Excellence Panorama Date Moon Phase, each with a stunning dial treatment that puts them among the classiest dress watches I’ve ever seen.

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Glashütte Original has outdone itself with its latest dress watches.
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Frosted Tips Dials

The new dial colors are “Frosted Silver” and “Frosted Copper.” Both feature hand-applied Roman numeral indices made of gold with blue coating, heat-blued hands, and the titular complications at 10:30 and 4:30, which are driven by the in-house Calibre 36-24 automatic movement.

The “frosted” in the watches’ names comes from the unique treatment applied to the dial. Galvanic coloring is combined with a grained texture and matte finish, giving the watch face a frosted look.

This Funky Magnet Lock EDC Blade Comes from a Knifemaking Supergroup

The Piranha’s handle is arguably the most interesting part. It’s available in several different materials, including Micarta, titanium, carbon fiber, and even Ultem. While its makeup is noteworthy, its deployment and locking mechanism make it stand out.

The handle opens like a butterfly knife (or a balisong). But instead of swinging freely, the scales snap back together once the blade is extended, creating a seal with rare earth magnets. It’s an unusual, fidget-friendly oddity of a lock (and deployment) that makes the knife all the more unique.

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This knife’s unusual split handle locks courtesy of some rare earth magnets.
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A labor of love

As mentioned, Suprlativ is the brainchild of a trio of knifemakers: Enrique Peña, Jared Oeser and Javi Garcia. All three are significant designers in their own right.

But what they’re doing with this brand is something truly special. The brand aims to create unique designs that hinge on modern materials, top-notch mechanisms and precision constructions, all while offering them at relatively affordable prices.

Tracksmith’s Subtly Technical Super Shoe Has No Business Looking This Stylish

There’s simply no way around it: we run in a super-shoe world.

Before the Vaporfly, and the countless shoes that followed, only one person in history had ever completed a marathon in less than two hour and three minutes on a record-eligible course.

Less than a decade later, nearly a dozen more have joined the fray, with both Eliud Kipchoge and the late Kelvin Kiptum accomplishing the feat more than once.

But speed isn’t the only thing affected. Shoes themselves look different now.

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Nike super shoes, such as the Vaporfly (top) and Alphafly (bottom), ushered in a new era of not only performance but shoe design.
Photo by Jack Seemer for Gear Patrol

Midsoles are thicker, soles arrive half-carved out (usually exposing a carbon-fiber plate) and lightweight uppers are proudly showcased in every shade of neon imaginable. The message from most brands is clear: super shoes aren’t your typical trainers.

Leave it to Tracksmith to say just the opposite.

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The Eliot Racer, Tracksmith’s first-ever super shoe, doesn’t look like other race-day offerings. That’s exactly the point.
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This Minimalist ’90s-Inspired Chrono Was Made for Watch Fanatics by Watch Fanatics

This new design — a monochromatic take on the chronograph — is inspired by the grit and grime of ’90s action movies. It’s far more minimalist in its styling than the first Regulator collab, which is definitely a good thing.

But the seemingly stripped-down dial has a hidden secret: the whole thing is lumed. The dial surface glows blue, whereas its markers are done-up in green, helping the watch remain clear and readable even in the lowest light conditions.

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With an entirely lumed dial, this watch is clear and readable even in the lowest lighting conditions.
Worn & Wound

More than meets the eye

Despite the minimalist colorway and styling, this watch has a lot going on. While that might seem obvious — it is a chronograph — it speaks to the incredible balance struck by Brew and Worn & Wound.

For instance, the hour subdial — a standard feature in regulator watches — is split into dual 12-hour segments instead of a typical, single 0-24 scale for easier reading. Furthermore, it is split into light and dark to help better distinguish between AM and PM at a glance.