Latest Posts from TheManual.com Written by Ian Schwam

May 1, 2026
SeaVees has never been a brand that chases trends. Since its founding back in 1964, the California-based footwear label has carved out a lane defined by quiet craftsmanship, heritage materia…
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May 1, 2026
The Seiko Prospex has been a reference point in accessible dive watch design for decades, and the PADI Special Edition SRPL53 is the version of that story with the most personality. It&rsquo…
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May 1, 2026
The Kentucky Derby is one of the biggest sports moments of the year. And while we love the performance of the horses and the mint juleps, I have a soft spot for the outfits. I got my start i…
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April 30, 2026
In a world of prestige eyewear, there is a kind of frame that demands to be noticed rather than understood. Defined by gaudy logos, recycled silhouettes, and pricing that is more about the b…
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April 29, 2026
Ever since I was a child, I have loved everything special forces. I grew up watching Chuck Norris in Delta Force. I saw Steven Segal as a SEAL in Under Siege. Who could forget Nic Cage as an…
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April 29, 2026
I consider myself a bit of a chronophile. I am in love with a good watch. When I meet someone new, the very first thing I notice about them is what they wear on their wrist. It isn’t a…
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April 28, 2026
There are style icons, and then there are the people behind them. There are moments in history when a stylish man sees a shift. He notices when an icon is born. He grabs the garment, defines…
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April 27, 2026
Earlier this year, I attended the J. Press Fashion Week show. I was most pleased to see summer sports represented, with rowing oars, bicycles, and bare feet appropriate for boats on the runw…
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April 26, 2026
The biggest style hack in the world is to stick to the classics. Keeping your suits away from the trendy cuts and flashy patterns. Ignoring all the garments of the moment and filling your wa…
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April 23, 2026
Swiss watchmaking at this price tends to split into two camps: watches that look the part but don’t show you anything, and watches that give you a window into the movement underneath. …
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April 19, 2026
Watches and Wonders is a must-see every year for lovers of wrist adornments the world over. Some would call it the Super Bowl for the chronophiles. For me, I am a huge fan of watches and, ev…
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April 16, 2026
Every April, Geneva becomes an even more remarkable place. For one week, it becomes the undisputed center of the watch world, and the action spills out way beyond the main stage. Palexpo, a …
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April 15, 2026
The Bulova Marine Star Series A is not a watch that tries to blend in, and at $358.76 it doesn’t need to. That’s a $291 saving off its $650 list price for a Japanese automatic wi…
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April 15, 2026
Not that long ago, a different version of Watches and Wonders existed in the public imagination. It was hushed voices, marble floors, appointment-only theatrics; a place where brands like Ca…
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April 14, 2026
Something shifts when you hit the $5,000 mark. Below it, you are constantly negotiating between quality and compromise. Above it, that negotiation largely disappears. This is where Swiss man…
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April 10, 2026
When I think of the classic rugby shirt, I don’t think of the splash it’s made at Fashion Weeks in recent years. For me, it’s about matches at Twickenham, Six Nations seaso…
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April 7, 2026
Every April, Geneva basically becomes the horological equivalent of the Met Gala. Everyone who’s anyone will be there; whoever doesn’t show up is conspicuous in their absence, an…
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March 31, 2026
The Tissot PRX has earned its reputation as one of the most compelling Swiss automatics under $1,500, and the Damascus Steel variant takes that a step further with a marbled case finish that…
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March 26, 2026
Across the Atlantic, there is a profound divergence in how cultures perceive and value luxury timepieces. This fascinating dichotomy between European subtlety and American confidence represe…
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March 24, 2026
U.S. Soccer and Nike have revealed new kits for the USMNT to be worn at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The uniforms feature an athlete-driven design, with contrasting bold and subdued attitudes fo…
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March 21, 2026
Every April, Geneva becomes the focal point of the watch world. Brands that spend eleven months working from ateliers, boutiques and factory floors converge on the city for one week to prese…
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March 17, 2026
Frederique Constant doesn’t get the same headline attention as some of the bigger Swiss names, but that’s part of what makes deals like this one worth flagging. The Highlife Hear…
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March 17, 2026
If you have been living under a rock or off the internet, TV, podcast, etc., for the last week, you may not know that the 98th Academy Awards took place last night. The Oscars celebration is…
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March 17, 2026
Everyone has their opinion on what the best watch is or which one is the latest trending must-have piece. Although each season and year come with their fair share of must-haves and standout …
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March 16, 2026
The Burberry trench coat is one of the very few garments permanently embedded in menswear. It has been worn by soldiers, detectives, film actors, and heads of state. It has appeared on every…
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March 15, 2026
There is a type of confidence that does not announce itself. It doesn’t need to. That confidence exists in the Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Agave Rose Gold, and spending time with it o…
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March 14, 2026
If you have spent any time online over the past few weeks, you will already be aware of Love Story, the new FX and Hulu series about the relationship between John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn …
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March 12, 2026
There are brands that are front of mind when you think of specific men’s dress codes. If you are dressing up in something elevated, then there are brands like Tom Ford. When you want s…
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March 11, 2026
Karhu doesn’t get nearly the name recognition it deserves in the sneaker world, which is part of what makes deals like this one worth flagging. The Aria 95 is down to $105 at Bespoke P…
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March 10, 2026
At the cusp of a new Spring season, Kith is pulling out all the stops for its newest luxury collaboration you probably didn’t realize you needed. Joining forces with Giorgio Armani, th…
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