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by Beau H.

The Friday Find: The PANZERA Flieger 45G Is Made For Elite Pilots (And Your Own Watch Rotation)

Panzera Flieger 45G watch review.

In my many freelance writing pursuits, I’m very fortunate every day and every week to stumble upon some of the coolest gear, menswear and products (period!) on the market, and across a wide variety of categories. That’s an understatement, I should think!

And while I certainly consider myself something of a watch buff as I cover some of the very best watches for men, I hadn’t yet discovered the wonders of Australian-made watch company PANZERA. Talk about a brand that’s about to get a whole lot more well-known: The company was recently tapped by the United States Air Force’s elite Aggressor Squadron to deliver a custom, pilot-approved timepiece.

And while that resulting timepiece is only available to USAF pilots, I had the chance to check out another stellar PANZERA watch as of late, as you might have seen on my Instagram — the results are in, and the PANZERA Flieger 45G is simply one of the coolest watches I’ve had the pleasure of trying lately.

Don’t get it twisted: While handsome and stylish on the surface, this pilot’s watch is every bit as functional as it is formidable, and that’s the kind of piece we look to spotlight in our weekly Friday Find series (view past entries here).

With customizable options aplenty (select from two case and three dial color options), plus ten strap options, the combinations are nearly endless. I opted for a black dial, brown leather and silver case build, but the real story here when it comes to the PANZERA Flieger 45G is the burly build, the handsome and thick leather strap and its GMT functionality.

Equally appreciated in my experience to date with the rugged and yet versatile PANZERA Flieger 45G is the trio-date window, with today’s date marked at the red arrow — an eye-catching design detail that sets it apart from the pack. I also appreciate the functional inner bezel for easy time-zone tracking at a glance, while its dial and hands are topped by scratch-proof sapphire and adorned with Super LumiNova luminous markings.

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For a bit under $1K, this striking pilot’s watch is a wrist game upgrade worth making: Functional, fashionable without being too flashy, and utterly dependable in my experience to date. And while it’s not quite as souped-up as the timepiece used by real-life pilots, the dependable and hard-working PANZERA Flieger 45G is the next best thing — take that to the bank, and to your watch collection, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Shinola Ceramic Monster Automatic Watch is a Rugged Summer Wrist Game Essential

Shinola Monster Watch review.

While we’ve talked plenty about the best summer gear across the board — from stylish boat shoes to breezy T-shirts, versatile buttondown shirts, stretch chino shorts and even canvas sneakers — it’s high time we considered another crucial addition to your summer gear rotation. Take a look at your wrist: Are you a fan of watches? A budding watch enthusiast or a seasoned veteran?

Or perhaps somewhere between the two, but with a knowledge of and appreciation for the finer things in life, like Shinola men’s watches? Then you’ve come to the right place today as we consider one of the best watches for men — especially as you look to plot out your next summer adventure.

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Wearing a wristwatch in this day and age isn’t quite for everybody, as we’ve learned over the years, but if you’re into the style, intentionality and classic looks the right timepiece can provide, then I say again: You’ve come to the right place as we consider the adventure-ready delights of the Shinola Ceramic Monster Automatic Watch.

When it comes to Shinola reviews, we’ve talked about refined watches for everyday wear, as well as complementary pieces like one of the best leather duffel bags for men, and the Detroit-based brand has the market cornered as far as blending the best of the past with the present as far as the best men’s watches are concerned.

The Shinola Monster line of watches is also a personal favorite for that reason, boasting larger case sizes than typical dress watches and featuring more bells and whistles made to take on the deep waters of the Great Lakes (or the dust of the hiking trail, or somewhere in between the two).

The rugged Shinola Ceramic Monster Automatic Watch gets its good looks from the use of a black ceramic material for its case and outer bezel — the material is strong yet lightweight, and made to resist the elements.

The company also finished off the crown of the Shinola Ceramic Monster Automatic Watch with a stainless steel coating for further durability — it’s like the brand has taken the best stainless steel dive watches, then lightened them up across the board with cutting-edge ceramic.

It doesn’t hurt that its minimal black build is complemented nicely by an integrated black rubber strap — this strikes me as the sort of watch that looks as at home with a short-sleeve henley and blue jeans as it does with swim trunks and a pocket tee on the shore. Even the caseback is adorned with red detailing, a touch one can’t help but love in terms of rugged, functional looks.

The wave-edged dial of this handsome yet sleek watch reminds the wearer — yourself included — of the depths of the Great Lakes, tastefully accented by red dial details. And you can be sure accuracy is top of mind as you wear this watch day in and day out, from city to shore, thanks to its SW200-1 Automatic movement.

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If you want a hard-wearing adventure watch that packs in plenty of bells and whistles in a subtle manner, then the latest Shinola Ceramic Monster might just be for you — and if it’s your first introduction to a legendary modern brand with hard-working Detroit roots, I say for a final time: You’ve come to the right place.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Oris Divers Date Watch – A Seriously Rugged Watch for Outdoor Adventures This Summer

In my book, the best gear for men from head to toe exudes rugged toughness, style and versatility, from your choice of chambray shirt to your selection of dark blue denim, brown leather boots and of course, the watch you wear on your wrist.

In the smartphone age, wearing one of the best men’s watches is a more deliberate style move, an investment in something that can elevate any look — and provide critical functionality in places your smartphone can’t. The Oris Divers Date Watch shown above, as sold by my good friends at Huckberry, certainly delivers in that regard.

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And while I love, say, Shinola men’s watches — as you might have seen in Shinola reviews on this very blog — the very best everyday carry gear for men also requires a deeper look, another point of view:

There are options aplenty out there when it comes to the best dive watches for men, like the handsome Oris Divers Date Watch shown above. Yessir, it’s a certified winner in matters of both looks and performance, with the specs to prove it.

For the unfamiliar, Oris is a somewhat overlooked heritage watch brand deeply rooted in the art and science of the best dive watches for men. The Oris Divers Date Watch speaks to that legacy quite handily, and stylishly, at that. In fact, Oris released its first-ever dive watch back in 1965, and this durable and subtly fashionable diver nods to those roots in the best way possible.

Best dive watches for men.

You see, the Oris Divers Date Watch gets distinctly 1960s touches like compressed bezel numerals and a monochromatic color scheme not unlike much more expensive dive watches (looking at you, Rolex).

Sized in relatively throwback fashion at 39mm in terms of dial size, a Swiss-made 733-1 automatic mechanical movement powers this watch with a 41-hour power reserve (designed to keep the watch ticking and on track even if you don’t wear it for a period of time).

Its rugged yet slightly dressy stainless steel build is accented by 200 meters of real-world water resistance, meaning you can easily wear this watch into the water and its depths without missing a beat. Of course, the timepiece also comes with a sporty black rubber strap for even more variety and versatility.

Yet, the classic profile of the tough-as-nails Oris Divers Date Watch also lends itself to styling in luxurious fashion with a knit polo, stretch chinos and brown leather loafers. Take my word from it: If Huckberry approves of its performance, then a timepiece like the sturdy Oris Divers Date Watch belongs in your wrist game rotation ASAP this summer.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: This Laco Pilot’s Watch from Windup Watch Shop Is Your Next Wrist Game Upgrade

The best watches for men, at least in my experience, do much more than just tell time: They add a sense of perspective, style and purpose to many an ensemble, even ones that are simple and subtle on the surface. And the best field watches for men, like the Laco Augsburg 42 Watch shown above, add some flair and functionality in rugged, heritage-minded fashion.

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Is there a better accessory to add to your next #OOTD than one of the best men’s field watches, especially with the assortment available from the good folks at Windup Watch Shop? I’m willing to bet your outlook on wrist game upgrades will change in spirited fashion once you’ve had a chance to check out the offerings at Windup Watch Shop specifically, as I had the chance to do recently — let’s dive in, shall we?

The handsome, highly durable and carefully crafted Laco Augsburg 42 Watch — which I’ve had the chance to check out lately thanks to Windup Watch Shop — boasts heritage style in every stitch, with a durable 42mm build and a highly legible, cleanly designed pilot watch dial. The design of the

The Laco Augsburg 42 Watch from Windup Watch Shop harkens back to the 1940s, but it wears just as well today — I’ve paired mine with a chambray shirt and an olive blazer here in New York City for evening outings and an Old Fashioned or two.

The Laco Augsburg 42 Watch features a matte black dial with lumed indices and crisp markings across its face, and the brushed steel case is at once slightly dressy and also rugged. I especially appreciate the riveted leather strap and its contrast stitching: The Laco Augsburg 42 Watch is an homage to “Type A” pilot watches from days gone by, and it wears just as well with chino shorts and a polo as it does with a pocket tee and classic blue jeans for men. I’ve also found that the 42mm case size wears nicely on my wrist, as you might have seen if you follow me on Instagram.

Better still is the fact that you get all of this — the versatility, variety and durable build of the Laco Augsburg 42 Watch from Windup Watch Shop — for well under $400 ($370, to be exact). It’s a watch made to be dressed up slightly or dressed down in rugged fashion, and it stands out in elegant, refined fashion on the wrist.

Of course, if the Laco Augsburg 42 Watch from Windup Watch Shop isn’t quite your cup of tea, the famed retailer has a vast selection of watches from brands large and small within its site — your new wrist game upgrade is just a few clicks away, my friends.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: This Bespoke Post x Timex Field Watch Is A Retro-Tinged, Instant Classic

Is it too commonplace to say they don’t make ’em like they used to? Or at least, not as often in the world of men’s style essentials, and certainly not nearly as often when it comes down to the best watches for men, like the handsome, rugged and pleasingly retro Timex x Bespoke Post Field Watch as shown above.

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The just-launched Timex x Bespoke Post Field Watch is a prime example of what happens when two iconic companies put their heads together on a reinvented classic. Timex has, of course, been ticking along for more than a century when it comes to timekeeping, and they’re a reliable and highly stylish watch brand, in my experience.

And on the other side of the coin, Bespoke Post is a bonafide 21st-century favorite as far as the best online menswear shops are concerned — they’ve unearthed now-classic brands, they’ve helped you (and this writer!) refine your everyday carry and your daily haul, and they’ve put their own spin on everything from the waxed trucker jacket to the pocket tee and now, the Timex x Bespoke Post Field Watch.

Bespoke Post x TImex Field Watch.

These days, the new debut of a Timex watch comes with great fanfare — the brand has collaborations with the likes of Todd Snyder to show for its recent revamp over the last decade. And true to form, the Timex x Bespoke Post Field Watch nods to the impressive Timex archive while carving its own space in your watch game rotation. The Timex x Bespoke Post Field Watch takes its cues from 1970s-era Viscount watches, right down to its 36mm case size.

Bespoke Post x Timex Field Watch review.

The Timex x Bespoke Post Field Watch features a mix of crisp, retro yellow, white and red markings on its three-ring dial, and those colors contrast handsomely and in rugged fashion with the olive green CORDURA strap. In my experience testing this watch, the casually cool Timex x Bespoke Post Field Watch wears as easily with a polo and stretch chino shorts as it does with a pocket tee and light wash jeans.

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Suffice to say, it could just become one of the most versatile yet casual watches in your arsenal. And yet, like other selections from Timex as it crafts one of the best watches for men, the Timex x Bespoke Post Field Watch is highly affordable.

Snag the Timex x Bespoke Post Field Watch while it’s still around for just $159 at Bespoke Post. It doesn’t get much better than that, and I think you’ll find the Timex x Bespoke Post Field Watch is one of the best men’s watches to buy now, folks. Happy shopping.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save On This Rugged Field Watch from Marathon & Windup Watch Shop

Best field watches for men.

If you, like me, have spent plenty of time putting together one of the best casual outfits for men, one grounded in rugged classics like the best bomber jacket and one of the best men’s henleys, for instance, then you know the importance of the little things.

The small finishing touches, like a durable field watch from the good folks at Marathon — at the top of the page, of course — can make or break an outfit, especially a casually rugged one (Think: A classic T-shirt and blue jeans, or a shawl cardigan atop a thermal henley).

When it comes to one of the best watches for men, well, if you can find a way to save some of your hard-earned cash while amping up your watch collection — and your overall #OOTD — in the process, then you’ve hit what you might call the sweet spot.

That leads us to the good folks at Windup Watch Shop, curators, designers and sellers of some of the best watches on the market from a wide array of boutique and big-name brands. Some names you very well might recognize (including big-time watchmakers like Citizen and Seiko), but the array of smaller brands — like Marathon as shown at the top of the page — is of particular interest around these parts.

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And it’s the Windup Watch Shop sale section that’s of particular interest today. That’s where you’ll find one of the best field watches for men, now at a discounted price (of course — we don’t call it The Sunday Sale for nothing, my friends).

Marathon Navigator Watch review.

The Marathon Navigator Watch should prove particularly useful, hard-wearing and stylish, especially if it’s an underrated take on the field watch you seek, and it’s got plenty of exceptional specs to match — spend enough time at Windup Watch Shop, as you’ll see in the weeks and months ahead on this blog, and you’ll realize the brand are watch experts of the highest order.

The cleanly designed, classically inspired Marathon Navigator Watch (marked down now below $400) gets the basic specs right, from the nicely sized 41mm dial diameter to its military dial design with a 12-hour and 24-hour scale.

The ballistic nylon mil strap coordinates nicely in Black, Desert Tan or Sage Green, and the case itself is sweat and shock-resistant. Is the Marathon Navigator Watch one of the toughest field watches out there for the price? It certainly seems that way, my friends.

To hear the company tell it, Marathon watches were “designed in Canada and manufactured in Switzerland,” and were notably “designed to meet some of the toughest MIL SPEC standards out there.” Not a bad deal through a famed retailer like Windup Watch Shop, right?

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And with a three-jewel battery that should last for more than five years, this timepiece will prove an “excellent grab-and-go watch for your collection.” Given the fact that it’s on sale, it’s durable as can be and it’s casually rugged enough to go with most off-duty (and adventure-minded) looks, I’d wager the Marathon Navigator Watch is the first of many Windup Watch Shop timepieces to find its way into your collection.

by Beau H.

The Friday Read: A New American Watch Brand Worth Knowing & The Best New Gear from Huckberry

VERO watches review.

Welcome back to this, the second Friday Read of 2025. It’s a worthwhile time to take stock of how your year has started and where you want it to go, in matters of New Year’s resolutions — menswear and otherwise — in matters of how you dress and the mindful thought that goes into some of your favorite menswear brands. Now, to be sure, I’m not just talking about tried-and-true, fan favorite brands like Huckberry.

We’ve already talked about the best Huckberry menswear in particular to start 2025, but let’s go beyond just that, shall we? In fact, in future editions of the Friday Read, you can expect the occasional spotlight on an unheralded yet truly excellent brand, like the USA-made timepiece manufacturer we’re about to discuss, Vero Watches.

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As of late, my attention has been captured by some similar upstarts, the sort of brands that fall right in line with the rugged, adventurous, tastefully classic yet modern vibe of Huckberry (and Taylor Stitch, and Buck Mason and … well, you get the picture).

Best field watches for men.

And especially in the wristwear arena — as I cover watches frequently for Maxim.com and elsewhere — I’ve been impressed by the revamped takes on the “modern American field watch” coming out of Vero Watches. The brand was actually founded back in 2015, but has started to garner some buzz as of late, and I appreciate their outdoor-ready, rugged and yet crisply designed sensibility as far as watch design is concerned.

Vero men's watches review.

And to hear the company tell it, its timepieces are “inspired by grit, commitment and style,” with a true sense of intention behind each timepiece (like the Workhorse Chrono shown here). In fact, Vero Watches says they build timepieces “that are meant to live on your wrist,” rather than in a collector’s box. An admirable focus, yes?

Many of its watches are built with durable stainless steel, feature hearty water resistance and outdoor-minded features like canvas straps, and of course, production takes place in the good ole U.S. of A — Portland, Oregon, mind you.

Yessir, if you ask me, there’s a lot to love about this brand, including the beefy 44.5mm case build of the Workhorse Chrono (expect more in the weeks ahead on this particular watch, my friends).

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Consider this your first intro to Vero Watches, a brand I’ll surely be circling back to here on the blog in good time. As it were, you very well might be able to spot a timepiece from the company sooner rather than later on my Instagram.

Best field watches for men.

For now, I’m going to wind down this Friday Read early — you’ve got some reading and shopping to do as far as your new favorite watch company is concerned, but if I can recommend one final piece, head over to yesterday’s blog post to revamp your weekend activewear and loungewear game from Huckberry. Cheers to a new year, a fresh weekend and some stylish recommendations to power the days, weeks and months ahead.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Shinola Mechanic Watch is a Refined Timepiece for Everyday Wear

Shinola men's watch review.

The details often make the difference in putting together the best #OOTD for many a situation: The office, date night, a *day at the office into date night,* and so on. Accessories can take an outfit from good to great, especially a look centered around the classics — like an Oxford shirt and a navy blazer, for instance.

And as I put together a classically cool look of my own (check out my Instagram for more!), I often turn to a finishing touch via the best watches for men. In fact, I turn to one of my favorite brands: Michigan-based Shinola, a watchmaker that’s truly a lifestyle brand. There’s the Shinola Hotel in Detroit, plus an impressive array of Shinola furniture collaborations, but let’s talk about the Shinola Mechanic Watch as seen at the top of the page.

Shinola watch review

The best men’s watches needn’t be overly complicated or even overly expensive — and even something seemingly simple in terms of design can add a sense of sharpness to any look.

So it goes with the Shinola Mechanic Watch, so named for its hand-wound mechanical design — on a technical note, a series of gears and springs power the watch, without the need for a battery.

But we’ll leave more intricacy to watch blogs out there, since both the design and interior construction of this timepiece are still flawless enough to warrant your hard-earned cash (and time), and a place in your wardrobe.

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When it comes to the Shinola Mechanic Watch, the difference really is in the details, and that includes a cushioned case design and domed alabaster dial, while pleasantly curved hours and minutes hands also lock in the tasteful throwback look of this timepiece. The dial exudes a mix of Art-Deco and Mid-Century Modern-esque charm, something I tend to appreciate about Shinola men’s watches.

In my book, the look of this refined timepiece is crisp and versatile enough to be dressed down (with a waffle henley and dark blue jeans) or dressed up (with a white Oxford shirt and a navy blazer, for instance). There’s simply much to love about a timepiece like the Shinola Mechanic Watch, which also boasts a dressy and retro-minded 39mm dial (keep this in mind if you favor a larger watch).

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And while this watch might seem like a splurge at first, it’s a worthwhile purchase and even comes with some distinctive touches, like that toothed crown on the right for self-winding. A handsome leather strap rounds things out quite nicely for pairing with your favorite brown leather boots — if I were you, I’d look to pair up the Shinola Mechanic Watch with as many ensembles as possible this season (and beyond).

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This Sleek Citizen Dress Watch is On Sale Right Now at Huckberry

Citizen men's dress watch review

As you well know if you read this Brooklyn style blog, the details surely make the difference when it comes to men’s style essentials. That goes for big-ticket items like your go-to chambray shirt or some of the best leather boots as much as it does for something like one of the best watches for men.

There’s already plenty of precision at play in the watch world, but you needn’t spend an arm and a leg to get one — just head over today to the Huckberry Sale section (while supplies last!) to find your new favorite watch from prestige watchmaker Citizen.

You see, the Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic Dress Watch blends precision and quality with high-minded, versatile style, and it’s on sale right now for about 20 percent within the always-covetable Huckberry Sale section. The famed retailer calls this timepiece a “classic, everyday watch in a versatile 40mm case width,” the sort that should wear nicely and in dressy fashion most wrists.

The real key with the Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic Dress Watch, however, lies within — that’s in addition to three stylish strap options, including the perfectly tailored gray dial option on a black leather strap (my personal favorite).

Best dress watches for men to buy now.

Yes indeed, the Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic Dress Watch features the company’s ultra-exact Citizen Caliber 8322 automatic mechanism with a 60-hour power reserve, and the watch charges up and keeps time through only the movement of your wrist — no battery needed.

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It’s an impressive bit of watchmaking prowess that I appreciate, and in my experience, the Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic Dress Watch should prove crisp, dressy and seriously stylish — all at a very nice discount via the excellent Huckberry Sale section. Give it a closer look today before upgrading your wrist game with ease (again, while supplies last!).

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: This One-of-a-Kind Huckberry x Zodiac Watch Is Now 25 Percent Off

Huckberry x Zodiac watch review.

It’s often tough to find one of the best men’s watches on sale for a great deal — those sorts of deals tend to not come around all that often. But when they do, as I always say, the opportunity to strike while the iron is hot is too good to pass up, especially as far as Huckberry gear is concerned.

And it’s from the minds of Huckberry that we find our latest and greatest Tuesday Steal, the Huckberry x Zodiac Super Sea Wolf Diver. It’s not the first time I’ve offered up a Huckberry review on one of the best watches for men (specifically this watch!), but it’s a rather timely one here.

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At the time of my first review, you see, this rugged watch was 15 percent off. And yet now, the Huckberry x Zodiac Super Sea Wolf Diver is now 25 percent for a very, very limited time (stock is moving extremely quickly via everyone’s favorite gear and menswear retailer).

And as one might expect, the specs on the Huckberry x Zodiac Super Sea Wolf Diver are everything one needs in a rugged, stylish summer dive watch (or a dive watch in any season, for that matter). It boasts an aerospace-grade titanium case, a 1970s-inspired design and 200 meters of water resistance.

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The tough-as-nails Huckberry x Zodiac Super Sea Wolf Diver dive watch aesthetic also extends to its rotating titanium bezel for keeping an eye on dives and water-ready excursions (or going anywhere else, for that matter). Your new favorite dive watch also features a 44-hour power reserve. On the dial itself, you’ll also find easy visibility through C3 SuperLuminova luminous paint on hands and dial indices.