The Casio Databank originally debuted in 1984 and was engineered with a series of different functions including a calculator, phone number storage and other timing functions. This particular Databank is a collaboration with Japanese label MACKDADDY features a purple band and green face. Available now at eproze.
The notion of "necessity is the mother of invention" was at the root when Barry Cohen spearheaded his campaign to start the Luminox Watch Company. Back in 1989, he came across a Swiss-based technology which provided self-powered illumination. This technology would pay dividends in the watch industry, something Cohen already maintained an active role in. From there on in, Luminox also became providers for the US SEALs, as well as other segments of the military. Stüssy has teamed up with Luminox on this rare occasion to provide a special EVO Navy Seal Watch. Three different colors are available, orange yellow and white. Available now through Stüssy Direct with a price tag of $325 USD.
A series of artists teamed up with G-Shock to produce a collection of customized watches. At the basis of each artist design is a simple black/black watch. From there an impressive list of artists which include Eric Elms, Madsaki, Rostarr and DQM each put their personal touches on the classic DW-5600 model. A total of 4 artist watches and a standard 5th model will go on pre-sale November 22nd at nano・universe.
More often then not, the thought of luxury time pieces evokes thoughts of the quintessential classics Rolex. Over the years the Daytona model from Rolex has been the most sought after model in the collection. This has spurred many a imitation and re-inspirations based on this popular design. Japanese brand FAT has offered their spin on things which resulted in their very own FATYONA. Available at select FAT dealers.
A periodic update of online retailer calif has seen some new items from XLarge go up which should be available in the coming days. These products releasing are the Nice & XLarge beanie, Keep Out in both L/S tee and mesh trucker cap, B-Ball Hooded jacket, B-Ball Varsity jacket and watch. These items will be available at select XLarge dealers as well as calif.
Southern California’s premium watch and accessories brand Nixon recently released their upcoming 2007 LTD Collection. This latest project was created in association with the humanitarian efforts of The Tony Hawk Foundation. Each watch sold will have a portion donated towards various projects and programs for the empowerment of youth. This LTD Collection features a series of watches which feature pieces taken from the skateboards and snowboards of some the sports biggest names. The likes of Tony Hawk, Danny Way, Danny Davis and Romain DeMarchi each had a part in this collection.
The boards of each athlete underwent a painstaking and laborious process which involved planing the boards down to a .4mm thickness. From there, pieces of the boards were individually cut and inlaid via hand into the links of popular Nixon models, the Rotolog and the Chalet. No one model is alike creating a truly unique and rare product. Each model is further differentiated by case and link options such as black, gunmetal, gold, antique silver, antique brass and blue metallic finishes. Each watch also includes custom engraved casebacks which feature the LTD logo, athlete’s name, edition number and collection year.
The watches are currently available at select skate and snow speciality shops with prices ranging from $399 USD – $499 USD.
Swiss watchmakers Breitling originally conceptualized their line of watches for the aviation industry. This latest Emergency Collection is distinct return to Breitling’s roots. Each Emergency Collection watch is outfitted with a micro-transmitter which broadcasts on the 121.5 MHz aircraft emergency frequency. In the event of crash landing or accident, the watch can emit a signal to identify its position. A special cap must be unscrewed followed by the extension of an antenna.
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Wired and Japanese label/store Beams have worked together on a new series of watches. Two different models in white/gold and black/red colorways were commissioned. The AGAE700 series represents a more classic look while the AGEL700 series is created with a more contemporary feel in mind. Look for these to be available at Beams.
Hong Kong label Dusty has teamed up with Color and Casio to create a special limited edition Color Pack. The pack consists of a t-shirt, mesh cap and a t-shirt. Each item features the use of metallic gold accents throughout. The pack is available at all Dusty stores in Hong Kong with a price tag of $980 HKD (approximately $126 USD).
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As part of the Citizen Alterna program, Japanese store United Arrows was given the opportunity to create a special watch with Citizen. The Citizen Alterna program involves four highly respected stores, each reinterpreting classic Citizen Eco-Drive styles. These stores include the aformentioned United Arrows, Beams, nano･universe and SHIPS. This particular United Arrows Citizen Alterna Eco Drive will retail for ￥34,650 (approximately $303 USD). Available for pre-order now at United Arrows.
Japanese lifestyle magazine honeyee has recently extended their partnership with the WIRED H division of Japanese watchmakers Seiko to create another series of watches. This latest release comes on the heels of their September release of the AGHH004. This second series features a more angular set of watch faces. Aside from being solar powered, the watch also syncs via radio waves to insure accurate timing. Available soon via the hnyee.store.
Since Nixon’s inception ten years ago, they have become a mainstay for timepieces in the active lifestyle market and boasting a series of impressive endorses. Barneys New York has teamed up with Nixon to create a collection of exciting watches for the upcoming Holiday season. Keeping in tune with ecological ideology of Barneys, Nixon made a note of it to create some pieces which incorporated hemp and recylcled stainless steel. As well, proceeds from the sale of these watches will be donated to Project Blue, an organization which funds the ocean conservation group, Surfrider.
For the design of the watches, Nixon and Barneys based their ideas around the 51-30 model, a watch which debuted over the Summer with unparalleled response. The All Black 51-30 includes a hemp wrist band limited to 150 pieces worldwide. The All Black/Rose Gold 51-30 (limited to 75 pieces worldwide) utilizes a titanium carbide coated stainless steel band coupled with a rose gold plated bezel. The crème de la crème of this collaboration features the All Black/Rose Gold Stainless Steel 51-30. Encrusted with 2 carats of full cut black diamonds, the watch includes two band options, black stainless steel and genuine stingray. A watch of this proportions was only created to the tune of 4 pieces. Aside from the different aesthetics involved with each watch, the 51-30 incorporates features such as a tide subdial, countdown timer, Swiss movement and water resistancy up to 300 meters; effectively making it a formidable time piece for any of your adventures.
These watches will be available in the middle of November exclusively at Barneys stores in New York City, Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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