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“Watches, Stories, and Gear” is a roundup of our favorite content, watch or otherwise, from around the internet. Here, we support other creators, explore interesting content that inspires us, and put a spotlight on causes we believe in. Oh, and any gear we happen to be digging on this week. We love gear.
The Clingman: Taylor Martin’s First Knife
Taylor Martin, better known for his Youtube Channel “Best Damn EDC”, has designed and launched his very first knife, The Clingman. Inspired by Taylor’s Appalachian roots, it combines modern steel, a liner lock, and smooth ball bearing action to create a knife that might remind you of the one your grandfather carried. It features a 2.99″ (75.9mm) blade in Nitro-V steel, with a front flipper and thumb studs. Just like the knife your grandfather carried, it’s built for daily carry and heavy use.
Val Kilmer: A Man Known For Many Roles
Known to some as Iceman in Top Gun and Batman in Batman Forever to others, Van Kilmer has passed away this week. During his career as an actor, Val worked with a number of “A List” actors with roles across a number of different genres. BBC gas compiled a list of his most iconic roles, which you can find here.
A New Hue For Xeric’s Timeline
In late February, our very own photographer, Garrett Jones, spent some time with Xeric’s newest watch, the Timeline Dual Retrograde. Built upon a Miyota 9015, Xerics X5.1 movement uses a custom built module to achieve its retrograde motion. Initially released on Kickstarter with seven colorways available, Xeric has now added an additional color: a vibrant and bold amethyst purple. Expected to deliver in October of this year, interested parties can place a pre-order and receive 38% off of the $1,199 USD retail price. More information available on Xeric’s website, here.
“Back On Trakke”
Early this week, we began seeing rumors that Trakke, a Scottish soft-goods company, had been acquired by Alpkit, a British company. You might remember Trakke from our February 22nd edition of Watches, Stories, and Gear when we mentioned it was closing, so we’re surprised, but excited, to see the brand “back” so soon. While full details of the acquisition remain unknown, Trakke’s website has been updated with a new landing image, and a “register interest” tag on all of their products. Check out Trakke’s website, here.
