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","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"copy":"Let me attempt to simplify rather than get too far into the weeds. The running seconds are atop the 1-minute tourbillon in the lower right part of the dial (if you can call it a dial), which refers to a partial scale on the outer dial along with the use of a 5-pointed \"hand\" that is segmented into five 12-second elements. Above and to the left, we find the chronograph minutes display. Then, in the top left, we see a power reserve indication up to 70 hours and across from that, a torque indication. In the center, you'll see a traditional hour and minute hand along with the two chronograph hands (remember, it's a split-second chronograph). All of this, tucked into either case, represents no less than three years of development by RM and Ferrari. ","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"fullbleed","images":["c17eef06-7b27-401f-9416-33365c90e4f1"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"From a UI standpoint, the scenario is not as complex as the 43-01 looks. The crown is complemented by the function indication, so you can quickly see if the position is set for (W)inding, (N)eutral, or (H)acking. The pusher below the crown is the split-second function. On the left side of the case, we find two more pushers, the lower being stop/start for the chronograph and the upper being the reset function for the split-second chronograph. In use, these pushers feel remarkably good, even for a watch at this level. Smooth, clicky, and not too heavy in terms of action. 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","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"copy":"As a watch, the 43-01 displays how RM continues to operate in the ultra high-end space of modern tech-forward watches. While I certainly have a lasting penchant for the RM 50-02 and its Apple-like white case, the 43-01 is an effective way of blending RM's talents into a watch that feels like it suits the world of Ferrari. On wrist, both versions are light and plenty comfy thanks to the deeply curved case design. That said, the 43-01 is large in any dimension, and while it sits flat and doesn't weigh all that much, this is not a small watch – or even a large watch that wears small. ","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"fullbleed","images":["66da3312-b215-499b-a9be-5dfc843e4116"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"Is it expensive? You better believe it's expensive. Very. But the SF90 starts at more than $500,000, the track-special SF90 XX can push a million dollars, and the current halo Ferrari, the 1184 horsepower F80, costs the better part of four million dollars after you check a few carbon-laced boxes on the order form.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"copy":"While perhaps not the jaw-dropping magic trick that was the UP-01, the Richard Mille 43-01 continues the brand's work in high-performance chronographs and represents the next chapter of the collaboration with Ferrari. It's big, exciting, packed with cutting-edge engineering, and it has a price tag that feels specifically targeted (or perhaps limited) to Ferrari and Richard Mille's best clients. 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Diameter: 31.2 x 36.45 x 7.47mm Power Reserve: 70 hours Winding: Hand-wound Frequency: 21,600 vph (3Hz) Jewels: 43 Additional details: Designed in collaboration with Richard Mille's long-time partner Audemars Piguet Le Locle (APLL)","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"h2","headline":"Pricing & Availability"},"type":"Block::Headline"},{"data":{"copy":"Price: $1,300,000 for titanium, $1,535,000 in Carbon TPT Limited Edition: Yes, 75 pieces for each version. \n\nFor more information, <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.richardmille.com//" target=\"_blank\">visit Richard Mille online</a>. 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Employed in the sort of modern, complicated, and function-forward watch that Citizen often excels in creating, this new model expands on the brand's longstanding resume in the nerdy world of quartz watches, specifically those beset with tiny digital screens. It's a world I truly love, and if you're looking for a watch that does a lot – without ever feeling like a smartwatch – you might love it, too.","dropcap":true},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"large","images":["9f64232f-b89e-46eb-bcb5-5d5f69843e5e"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"Then, just last week, Mark published a Hands-On with one of my favorite watches available on the market today, <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/hands-on-citizen-promaster-aqualand/" target=\"_blank\">the Citizen Aqualand JP2007</a>. It's an '80s-derived classic with true tool-dive intention, including a depth sensor sticking out of the case and a bright lume dial with a cute little cutout for a small digital screen. I adore this watch. I have had one for the last few years and it's delightful. It wears much more comfortably than the dimensions suggest and is fitted with an excellent bezel, plenty of extra features via the screen, and that bright lume dial. I like to think of it as a Japanese take on the Ploprof, and I recommend it often, even though I know it's likely a bit too dive-niche for most tastes. ","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"copy":"Buuuuut... being a brand with a great many SKUs, if you want less niche, Citizen has you covered. In the past, I've owned less-intense <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.citizenwatch.com/us/en/product/JR4051-54L.html/" target=\"_blank\">Promaster Sailhawks</a>, a wild <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.citizenwatch.com/us/en/product/JW0111-55E.html/" target=\"_blank\">Promaster SST,</a> and the classic <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.citizenwatch.com/us/en/product/JY8078-52L.html?cgid=blue-angels\%22 target=\"_blank\">Blue Angels Skyhawk</a> (we all knew someone who had one of these, bless the duty-free). All of these models represented overachieving sport watches with accessory digital screens, and, with the latest release of the Promaster Land U822, we get the next generation of this loveable, no-nonsense ethos with a few upgrades thanks to the use of brand new movement.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"fullbleed","images":["8d23ee8a-1465-463d-aaa6-04662912940f"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"size":"fullbleed","images":["ad57ebc6-1168-463f-8a7c-f803bbf2a5bb","e4562dc2-56d3-4f17-8dd2-d07b7be414ea"],"enforce_aspect_ratio":true},"type":"Block::TwoUpImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"We'll get to the rest of the watch in a moment, but let's stick with the movement for a few (many) more words. The U822 is a quartz-regulated solar-powered movement that features a \"<a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.sharpsde.com/technologies-for/memory-in-pixels/miptechnology/#:~:text=The%20Memory%2Din%2DPixel%20LCD,consumption%20and%20long%20battery%20life.\" target=\"_blank\">Memory-in-Pixel</a>\" (MIPS) display, which offers a higher resolution (120 x 48 pixels) and better contrast than we would commonly attribute to standard LCD-style displays for watches such as this.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"copy":"The movement has several of the common features, including world time, a chronograph, an alarm, and a perpetual calendar, alongside some special features like a backlight and a light level indicator that can measure the effectiveness of a light source as it charges the watch (it also stores a history of power generation over the past week). The U822 movement is rated to +/- 15 seconds a month, and, assuming a full charge, the system can run for 3 years in power save mode. ","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"fullbleed","images":["ef080f7a-fbd4-4782-b945-cf21ed8295d4"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"Zooming out just a hair to consider the greater watch, this iteration of the Promaster Land was launched as part of Promaster's 35th anniversary in 2024 and is offered in three versions. The example seen here (in steel/black with a polyurethane strap) is the<a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.citizenwatch.com/us/en/product/JV1007-07E.html/" target=\"_blank\"> JV1007-07E</a>. Still, you could also go with the green dial and grey case tone of the <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.citizenwatch.com/us/en/product/JV1005-02W.html/" target=\"_blank\">JV1005-02W</a>, or the limited edition <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.citizenwatch.com/us/en/product/JV1008-63E.html/" target=\"_blank\">JV1008-63E</a>, which is limited to 5,900 units and features a grey IP coating, a matching steel bracelet, and camo patterning for the bezel insert and the dial.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"copy":"Aside from aesthetic considerations, all three versions are the same in terms of spec, with 44mm steel cases that are 14.5mm thick and 51.4mm lug-to-lug. The lug width is 22mm, weight (on the strap) comes in at 107 grams, and the water resistance is 200 meters. Also, don't worry; while the pushers look like they are of the screwed-down variety, they are, in fact, passively secured like the crown, and the water resistance does not require any fiddling with crowns or pushers.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"fullbleed","images":["27e95714-16be-4b1b-a038-afbc3311fd41"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"If, like me, you're in the audience for such a watch, you'll notice that the specs and tech are largely common to watches in the ana-digi format, certainly those from Citizen. And that's true, aside from the screen, which does offer an experience that feels much more modern than what you'll find on a current-spec Aqualand or Skyhawk. Such ubiquitous displays are great as they are simple, don't demand a ton of power, offer strong contrast, and display numbers quite nicely, but there's very little flexibility in how and what the display can render or how fine the details can be. ","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"copy":"With a MIPS display, not only do you get a better resolution as the display is made up of pixels (vs. segments), but you also only use battery power to update pixels that are actually changing. Furthermore, the screen can refresh quite quickly and operate in either standard (black text on a light background) or negative (light text on a black background) modes.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"fullbleed","images":["da311ba8-de83-4247-967e-c3ee0fe85264"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"Citizen uses this to the advantage of the user interface. From a passive position, if you press in the main crown, the screen flips from white/black to black/white, and you can use either of the pushers to cycle through the functions – Calendar, World Time, Chronograph, Timer, Alarm, Settings – you can press the crown again to enter a new function, and the screen switches back to black over white. With a given mode locked in, you can cycle through various displays using the crown at two (using World Time as an example, that could be just the time in a second time zone, the time in two time zones next to each other with the date, or an expanded time/date display for a second time zone). ","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"alignment":"interscrollerV2"},"type":"Block::Advertisement"},{"data":{"copy":"From any passive setting (aka., when the screen is showing white text on a black background), the lower pusher at four enables the backlight for the screen. This backlight uses a reddish-orange LED above the display to allow easy reading in low light. If you combine this electronic backlight with the truly impressive coating of lume on the dial, you have to admit there is a wow factor to the way this watch glows. Sure, I would prefer something more like Indiglo, but this is entirely useful and makes the most out of an already very legible tiny display. For ana-digi nerds who don't want to go full digital or make the leap to a Smartwatch, this new screen application feels like a meaningful step forward for the ana-digi format.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"fullbleed","images":["8ecade44-821e-4ab2-b27b-7ef75078a4d0"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"The U822 also affords some fun easter egg functions like the ability to swap the time zones displayed by the main hands by pressing both pushers, or the built in menu (in the settings) that allows a very fast and easy way of re-synching the hands (should they come out of general alignment). ","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"copy":"Interestingly, or perhaps annoyingly, when you're running the chronograph, the screen does not show the current chronograph measure. It only shows \"Running\" until you stop the chronograph (or the split time if you tap the lower pusher to create a record). I think this would keep me from using the Chronograph with much frequency as I commonly use a chronograph on a digital watch so that I can glance at the elapsed time for a given event. Chronograph notwithstanding, I really found the UI to be largely agreeable and the U822 simply excels at being a travel watch, GMT/World Time features are nicely laid out and it's very easy to adjust the time in any time zone via the settings as needed. Also, for those concerned, if you go into the main settings or into the specific time/date/location settings for any of the given functions, the hour and minute hand quickly spin to 9:14 to ensure a clear view of the screen.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"fullbleed","images":["94260e53-5600-4568-829e-52324f6d843e"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"Apart from the movement and that tiny display, we have a rather conventional modern pilot's aesthetic with broad sword hands, prominent luminous markers, and two subdials that denote the current mode being shown on the display (on the right side of the dial) and a combo chronograph minutes and power reserve indication on the left.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"copy":"Finally, many of you will notice either one or both of the elements that have yet to be discussed. The compass bezel surrounding the dial and the cool-looking turbine crown at 8 o'clock. Well, that crown turns the bezel, which could allow you to use the watch for basic navigation via the position of the sun. While I would normally moan on about how compass bezels aren't that useful and that there are better options, the Promaster Land U822 not only covers many of those other options via the screen, it's also a Promaster Land, so the compass bezel suits the overall vibe.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"fullbleed","images":["c2d4b62c-ef86-4b7c-9d55-8b13c8a0f7b5","15f0dbf6-6ad1-4ef4-8e66-c370f929a5e7"],"enforce_aspect_ratio":true},"type":"Block::TwoUpImageContainer"},{"data":{"size":"fullbleed","images":["778df3ac-5c6a-4f58-bf6f-8f73998d6722"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"With a great many words devoted to the finer points of the watch and its functions, let's end on the wrist. As you could fairly suspect from the dimensions (44 x 14.5 x 51.4mm), the Promaster Land U822 is not a small watch. It wears accurately to those dimensions, which are about as large (certainly lug-to-lug) as I would prefer on my 7-inch wrist. The lugs slope downward to keep the watch balanced on your wrist, but it's a decent chunk of steel and not the sort of watch designed to slip under your cuff. That said, measurements aren't everything, and one of the great things about Citizen is that you can likely zip over to your nearest mall and ask to try one on your own wrist.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"copy":"The polyurethane rubber strap is comfortable, soft, and not too thick. All of these elements come together to form a sporty and masculine take on a very nerdy type of watch. Yes, I would beg Citizen to make a similar watch much closer to 40mm (and I think we could do without the extra indicators on the dial; just let the screen do the work). 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I love bezel complications (which are arguably not complications at all; think 12-hour bezels or funky '60s world-time bezels), and this one is so nerdy and just so well executed. Do you need it? No, but you also don't need to shoot film or wear a watch (or, indeed, do a lot of other fun stuff). \n\nShooting film, like most photography, is an experience, a pastime, an art, and, thanks to groups like Beers And Cameras, a great way to make friends and develop a hobby that will keep you busy shooting and learning. And hey, even if you have never touched a camera, I'd argue it offers more functionality than a compass bezel. One final note on the bezel: it's actually made of bronze and then treated to a black DLC coating (as is the crown) with the plan that it will scratch and age over time in a manner similar to that of black-paint Leica models. 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While lots of those are fun colors and quirky expressions, the Obscura brings something new and novel to the table for a reasonable price in 2025. \n\nFurthermore, I have seen what Juan has built with Beers And Cameras; it's an open space for camaraderie around cameras and photography that is growing and has a worldwide audience. You don't need to be a pro or a collector, nor do you need to have an opinion on medium format photography or nostalgia for the old days. 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If you're fortunate enough to be privy to Rich's sidebar musings on watches—whether in Hodinkee Slack, Instagram DMs, or iMessage group chats (primarily filled with inside jokes between Rich and TanTan)—you'll quickly realize that his taste is far broader than one might expect from the deep-cut Calatrava king.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"large","images":["1354b2b0-58d7-44fc-bb11-1daedef8609e"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"Rich's aesthetic sensibilities have led to countless exchanges between us over our shared love of SARU GMTs and wild Sapphire Richard Mille references. (Did you catch that insane RM66 \"Horn To Be Wild\" on Jay-Z at the Super Bowl?) But fear not, dear reader, Rich also keeps me in check when my inner Y2K demon rears its ugly, AP Offshore-shaped head. It's all about balance.\n\nSo, while this <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.ebay.com/itm/146367449367/" target=\"\">Ed Sheeran x G-SHOCK Hodinkee LE Bustdown</a> may be something of a joke gift—a playful nod to our mutual appreciation for the borderline tacky and garish—it's also just wildly funny. (And yes, take note of the black case).","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"inline","quote":"Diamonds (or whatever stone these may be) might not seem like a vintage enthusiast's best friend, but Malaika is smart to play to the other side of my watch interest. I would totally wear this. The smile-per-dollar factor is high. This watch could lead to a whole new persona. Next, maybe I should take my Clymer edition to 47th Street?","source":"Rich fordon, editor"},"type":"Block::PullQuote"},{"data":{"size":"h2","headline":"To: TanTan Wang [With Love From Rich Fordon]"},"type":"Block::Headline"},{"data":{"copy":"The happiest I have ever seen TanTan Wang was back in early 2023. I had heard rumblings around the office that a <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/kermit-the-frog-talks-time-with-hodinkee/" target=\"\">Talking Watches</a> was set to be recorded featuring none other than Kermit The Frog. Back in our Hodinkee Shop days, TanTan and I were desk buddies. When a big editorial video was happening, we always had the excuse to pop in randomly (after all, we worked at Hodinkee!), but the unsaid suggestion was to let it happen and not intrude too much. TanTan and I usually followed this unwritten rule of Hodinkee, but for Kermit, an exception was made.\n\nI didn't have much interest in The Muppets. I still don't. But for the week leading up to the shoot, my deskmate had essentially dictated a complete history aloud in the office (mostly to the side of my head as I continued to, well, do my job). TanTan loved The Muppets, loved Kermit, loved Matt Vogel (the voice of Kermit, who was on set for the video), and he had no choice but to explain all of this to me.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"right","images":["2f716253-e4c9-4b74-b8b3-b3d7917c2bf5"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"Anyway, back to TanTan's happiest moment. On the day of the shoot, I was working from home. Not because I didn't want to witness TanTan's nerdery in person, but also, yeah, kind of. In the early afternoon, I looked down at my phone to find six waiting notifications – all texts from TanTan. One swipe later, I was met with a series of messages where the caps lock was firmly on and, finally, in all its glory, a professional photo of TanTan Wang and Kermit The Frog. You can enjoy this photo, too.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"copy":"All that to say, if I must get a Valentine's Day gift for my dear former desk buddy, I would choose this <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.ebay.com/itm/276324245181/" target=\"_blank\">2008 Supreme tee featuring a photo of Kermit in the brand's famous \"box logo\" shirt</a>. It's the perfect blend of joke and seriousness, something that my friendship with TanTan is built on. Plus, I know he has <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/an-official-kermit-watch-from-oris/" target=\"\">the Oris ProPilot X Kermit Edition</a> and a pair of green-colored jeans (pants I refer to as his \"Greans\") – so this is the perfect shirt to complete the fit.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"large","images":["9fa2c033-96ff-4dd1-84d4-aea54c5de5c8"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"size":"inline","quote":"Rich is not wrong when he said getting to meet Kermit the Frog was one of the greatest moments of my life. And if there's anything I can't get away from, it's Rich's relentless Slack messages to me any time I wear my \"Greans\" to the office. But man, I didn't even know that this Supreme Kermit tee existed. Say what you want about Supreme and its relevancy in this day and age, but this collaboration has no right to go this hard.","source":"Tantan Wang, editor & kermit fan"},"type":"Block::PullQuote"},{"data":{"size":"h2","headline":"To: James Stacey [With Love from TanTan Wang]"},"type":"Block::Headline"},{"data":{"copy":"James Stacey doesn't need another tool watch. So, while picking out a cool obscure skin diver would have been a fun gift, I think gift-giving is always the perfect opportunity to give something completely out of left field. So I had to think to myself: what could I get James that would be completely out of his comfort zone and most certainly something he would never spend his hard-earned money on? And I think I came up with the answer that would ultimately complete his frequent (appropriately) Canadian tuxedo – the now-discontinued <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.hamiltonwatch.com/en-us/h24211941-ventura-quartz.html/" target=\"_blank\">Hamilton Ventura in all denim</a>.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"large","images":["7e2ca512-a13c-441c-8b50-6e15fa57f7bb"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"Here's the thing, James is one of the most hilarious, chaotic people at the 'Dink. Any time he's popped over from Toronto to New York, I've come to learn that we simply cannot sit next to each other, or else zero work will get done in the office. None. I have not met another person in my life who gets old YouTube references like he does. Or his nonstop quoting of Arrested Development gems. So, for me, this gift basically represents all of the times we hang out. A bizarre watch for the most amazingly bizarre conversations. Is this a daily wearer candidate for James? Absolutely not. But do I think it will be something he could appreciate as something offbeat and very denim? I sure hope so... because there won't be a gift receipt in the box.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"inline","quote":"Just when I thought I had jean it all... the perfect watch for a pair of cut-off jean shorts","source":"James stacey, editor-in-chief"},"type":"Block::PullQuote"},{"data":{"size":"h2","headline":"To: Vic Ottomanelli [With Love From James Stacey]"},"type":"Block::Headline"},{"data":{"copy":"When I think of Vic, I think of the saying, \"Still water runs deep.\" Vic is one of our talented video editors, and she is a rock. She has an unflappable personality, an incredible work ethic, and a penchant for the color black. With all this in mind, I do feel that Vic is a bit of a tough Valentine. So, instead of picking a black watch for someone who wears a lot of black (how very original), I've opted to make more of a philosophical connection with a cool digital watch that is set once and then encased in resin—the <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://cwandt.com/products/solid-state-watch?variant=34682948190364\%22 target=\"_blank\">Solid State Watch (SSW) from CW&T</a>. The brand describes the SSW as an art project, with each example set to the owner's desired timezone before the module— the internals from a Casio F-91W—is cast into a resin case. Each example is produced by hand by CW&T, and once the resin is in play, the watch is essentially locked in time. There are no buttons, settings, or backlight—you can't even change the battery. ","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"large","images":["60bea684-e35f-4cdc-98ed-74499ce99420"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"As CW&T says, \"It just tells time.\" The watch is meant to be a commentary on the passage of time, but you don't even have the ability to adjust for DST. The brand even goes as far as placing a playful orange dot over the date display, as the F-91's module doesn't account for leap years. It's fun, lighthearted, and speaks to both the impermanence of any experience and, indeed, the fleeting nature of how we track time. The SSW sells for $290, and while I'm not sure it's a watch that Vic would pick for herself, I do think it's a good-looking and interesting watch that has a story that underlines the importance of living in the moment. Vic, I hope you love it (especially during the part of the year when it actually displays the current time).","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"inline","quote":"\"No buttons, no functions, no light, fully waterproof, and no changing that 10-year battery.It just tells time.\" This quote speaks to me as a person who has neither the patience nor the knowledge to be tinkering around with complicated mechanisms. The fact that it has a digital face that I don't have to set makes it both easy to read and ready to go. I also appreciate the fact that it's created by two independent artists who are just experimenting and having fun with watch design. As a hobby artist myself, being able to support other creatives is a huge plus. I'd swap out the strap with a black one to give it a bit more edge in line with my alternative tastes, but overall, it's a great pick.","source":"vic Ottomanelli, Video editor"},"type":"Block::PullQuote"},{"data":{"size":"h2","headline":"To: Malaika Crawford [With Love From Vic Ottomanelli]"},"type":"Block::Headline"},{"data":{"copy":"Luckily for me, Malaika has already written about several budget watch choices over the past couple of years. In the <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/the-best-budget-watches-of-2024/" target=\"_blank\">most recent </a>example, she's been eyeing<a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.hamiltonwatch.com/en-us/h52314130-american-classic-psr-74-digital-quartz.html?gad_source=1\%22 target=\"_blank\"> the Hamilton PSR 74</a>. And who can blame her? It's stylish, fun, and gold (just in color, that is - the case is yellow gold-tone PVD-coated steel). ","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"large","images":["589dfbbe-2145-400e-9e99-e2be79b073f1"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"And for $845, it fits right into the comforts of a $1,000 budget with some funds left over that I can pack into a gift card just in case this watch doesn't quite hit the mark.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"inline","quote":"Vic is on point; I'm in my mini-era. The PSR 74 might not be the obvious choice, but I love going for quirky, unexpected pieces when staying under $1K. And since it's Valentine's Day, we can run it back to the adage: the best gifts always come in small packages.","source":"malaika crawford, style editor"},"type":"Block::PullQuote"},{"data":{"size":"h2","headline":"To: Mark Kauzlarich [With Love From Joe Wyatt]"},"type":"Block::Headline"},{"data":{"copy":"Picking a gift for someone is usually pretty tough for me. Growing up, my family was always big on finding something unique and personal to really make gift-giving more than just \"here's some stuff.\" Everyone probably knows that Mark is the \"pocket watch guy\" around here, but I know something you don't. As it turns out, Mark, like myself, is a fan of the online game \"Hearthstone,\" Which is a card game based on the popular \"World of Warcraft\" franchise that requires strategy, thought, consideration, and determination. Ah-ha! It makes sense now as I'm writing this! These qualities make Mark the wonderfully talented and considerate person he is. ","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"large","images":["b28ccd2b-cbd3-43c7-ab7d-6b132dd2911f"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"So, for all these reasons, I found a pocket watch, of course, but a customized case with the \"Hearthstone\" logo. Sadly, I could only find it on Amazon UK (via <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://www.amazon.co.uk/Warcraft-Hearthstone-Antique-Vintage-Necklace/dp/B01MSJ0FLX/" target=\"_blank\">Designer Inspirations Boutique</a>), and it's currently unavailable. But it would be worth the hunt if such a gift ever needed to become a reality. I found a post someone made on Reddit about receiving the same watch, so I know there have to be a few floating around out there. ","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"inline","quote":"Well, it looks like I've been outed as a nerd. Oh, wait, I write about watches, so I have that covered already. What's better than a Valentine who wants me to be proud of being my true self? So thank you, Joe. Yes, I haven't played Hearthstone in a while now, but such a thoughtful gift makes me want to open up a new game – though I probably shouldn't do that on Valentine's Day.","source":"MARK KAUZLARICH, EDITOR & PHOTOGRAPHER"},"type":"Block::PullQuote"},{"data":{"size":"h2","headline":"To: Tim Jeffreys [With Love From Ben Clymer]"},"type":"Block::Headline"},{"data":{"copy":"Tim Jeffreys is our new deputy editor, and I could not be more thrilled to have him on the team. He's the type of guy to throw himself deeply into whatever it is he does, and for this exercise, I'd love to give him a book that was given to me by Paul Boutros about 15 years ago and one I gave to several of our earliest employees – Movement, by Guido Mocafico. The book is pretty off the grid right now and was published the year Hodinkee was founded. In other words, a while back. ","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"large","images":["5cf66f4e-f529-432c-84cc-882847d17a40"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"Most people have missed this one, and that's a shame because it provides an incredible and beautiful look at the best calibers (not watches!) of the time. If you study this book, you will begin to understand watchmaking, not necessarily watch collecting—and yes, the two are different. It also just happens to be a beautiful book brimming with high-resolution photography of even more beautiful objects. I hope Tim loves it.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"inline","quote":"I love throwing myself completely into a passion. Thus, my desire to learn everything about watches has only intensified since joining Hodinkee. With that pursuit of knowledge, the collection of watch books covering my coffee table also seems to be growing—and I couldn't be more thrilled about it. However, I didn't have this one on my radar! I'm delighted to add it to my collection and can't wait to dive in.","source":"Tim Jeffreys, Deputy Editor"},"type":"Block::PullQuote"},{"data":{"size":"h2","headline":"To: Dave Aujero [With Love From Tim Jeffreys]"},"type":"Block::Headline"},{"data":{"copy":"As Head of Video for Hodinkee, Dave is always on the move. Running from shoot to shoot. Dealing with all the memory cards and files—it can be challenging for anyone to keep everything organized. Well, with the <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"http://cavision.biz/SSLC2818C-PLUS.aspx/" target=\"_blank\">Next-gen Clock Slate PLUS from Cavision</a>, he will have one less thing to keep track of. Audio sync? No problem! Color correction? Easy! Need a way to get everyone's attention on set? If the clapper isn't loud enough, the strobe feature has you covered.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"copy":"Every film director needs a digital slate, and this one is packed full of features. There's nothing more exhilarating than clapping the slate closed and having the timer freeze, which this slate does to perfection. What a thrill! It also has a built-in flashlight function, which is a handy feature when filming low-light scenes. Oh, don't worry, this thing has an analog component as well. The Dry-Erase board functionality supplements the digital time, allowing for exact precision when figuring out which take the shoot is on. Who doesn't love a Dry-Erase board?","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"large","images":["7b7f75b0-6446-4c8e-ad7b-12ae20fa7791"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"The best part is that Dave doesn't even have to be on set to use it because I'm sure it could double as a desk clock if in a pinch. If a deadline is pressing, seeing the seconds slowly tick up on the digital slate will most certainly encourage optimum productivity.\n\nRegardless of its use, it's just fun to have around. I might have to get one myself.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"inline","quote":"I love it. Tim has described my video life with incredible accuracy and this is the Swiss Army knife of clappers. The color/white balance feature is already enough for me. Did you all know cameras shooting in S-LOG 3 should be calibrated at 18% gray at a temperature of 5500 kelvin? Have you ever darted to B&H four hours before a flight to Geneva to buy a $12 gray piece of cardboard? I have. This clapper would have been clutch. Thank you, Tim, the specificity is appreciated.","source":"Dave Aujero, Head Of Video"},"type":"Block::PullQuote"},{"data":{"size":"h2","headline":"To Ben Clymer, With Love From Dave Aujero"},"type":"Block::Headline"},{"data":{"copy":"Spec is a car guy's love language. There's the factory specifications; then, there's the real specifics of the specifications: not just the color but the hue. The history, yes, but more the story. The design but also the function. When the time came to pick a Valentine's Day gift for Ben, I knew pretty instantly it could only be something that was laser-focused and dialed in, a perfect Venn diagram of his interests and lifestyle. I got him a golf rangefinder. This spec is made by Leica, more specifically the <a href=https://www.hodinkee.com/"https://leica-store.sg/products/leica-pinmaster-ii/" target=\"_blank\">Limited Edition Pinmaster Pro II</a> in a limited grey color, only sold in Leica Singapore. ","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"large","images":["73fdaca7-5565-41f4-97ec-63b96fd18d51"]},"type":"Block::InlineImageContainer"},{"data":{"copy":"Hear me out. He obviously loves golf. And knowing him, his golf tees are a brand whose wooden tips are perfectly whittled, they could function as a stylus to set an AP Perpetual Calendar. The grey is a hat tip to HODINKEE, albeit maybe not Pantone® 422 C, but close enough. And, for the trifecta, he's a dad. How cool would it be…to be at a park, look through a scope, and together learn with your toddler how far exactly you are from that tree, way way over there? I've never looked through a rangefinder, but I just did on YouTube, and the Leica Limited Edition Pinmaster Pro II in limited edition grey was pretty rad. Anyway, enjoy the gift, Ben; I hope you find it spec-tacular.","dropcap":false},"type":"Block::BodyCopy"},{"data":{"size":"inline","quote":"Dave, you nailed it. Valentine's or not, this is a killer gift and just a very cool thing. Bonus points for it being both grey and a limited edition. 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