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The Manual Wind: Jaeger LeCoultre Master Calendar Meteorite

A new look for a JLC classic. The proof is in the details with the latest introduction from Jaeger LeCoultre; the Master Calendar Meteorite.
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The Manual Wind: Hublot Big Bang Unico Magic Gold

Hublot takes to the metallurgy lab and emerges with the Magic Gold. A gold harder than steel, the new Big Bang Unico wears it well.
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The Manual Wind: NOMOS Glashutte Zurich Worldtimer

NOMOS Glashutte turns its Zurich Worldtimer blue with the True Blue in October.
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The Manual Wind: Giuliano Mazzuoli Carrara

Giuliano Mazzuoli once again redefines the use of materials in horology with the introduction of a marble case in his latest Carrara timepiece.
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New Music Monday: The Unicorns

The remastered version of The Unicorns 'Who Will Cut Our Hair When We're Gone' is out now!
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Empire State of Mind

Empire Apothecary is a new brand that offers handmade skincare, hair and grooming products in New York City.
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Talking Facial Fuzz with Master Barber, Alex Glover

Remember when a beard was a sign of slobbery? At some point that symbolism was superseded by a new found sartorial respect for facial hair. A well-groomed beard or perfectly clipped handlebar moustache is now an indicator of awesome personal style. Murdock of London has championed this trend since the first outpost opened in 2006. […]
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Beat The Bumps

Shaving can be an extremely aggravating activity for many guys out there- and if you have easily irritated skin, you know how annoying, not to mention painful a clean shave can be. Razor burn and ingrown hairs can lead you down a real bumpy road; thankfully The Manual has compiled some great products that can […]
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Vintage Winter Style

Vintage winter sports items will always be in-style. No matter how advanced the technology and materials become to make snowboards and skis lighter and more aerodynamic; no matter how much ski destinations start to resemble amusement parks, there is something appealing about an old pair of solid, wood skis, or a warm, rustic lodge. The […]
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So You’re a Mammal…

Ah, male grooming. So much hair, so little time.  Where and how much to trim seems to change faster than you can say “back wax.” But do women really care? It is one of those weird conversations that guys might not discuss with one another, but most men do wonder: Bush, bare or somewhere in […]