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Top 95+ 3D Tattoo Ideas [2021 Inspiration Guide]

Top 95+ 3D Tattoo Ideas [2021 Inspiration Guide]

  • Next Luxury / Men's Style And Fashion
  • by — Jono Elderton

3D Tattoos

3D tattoos aren’t just interesting to look at, they can also be downright mind-wrenching.

When it comes to adding the patina of life to the skin, it takes a seriously talented tattoo artist to reliably execute a 3D tattoo design.

These types of illusions began in the 60s when Pop Art was thriving. Over time, the style has evolved into realistic tattoo and photorealism 3D art, balanced against awesome 3d tattooing techniques that’s akin to a Magic Eye.

Take a glance at this round up of the most amazing 3D tattoo ideas that challenges depth perception and makes you question your eyesight.

From skulls to animals, stars, and even biomechanical tattoos there’s numerous ideas to be inspired by.

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1. 3D Butterfly Tattoos

Realistic 3D Butterfly Tattoo bonnie_rita_and_friends

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Blue 3D Butterfly Tattoo mat_tattoo

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3D Monarch Butterfly Tattoo nedtattoos

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A 3D butterfly tattoo adds an intriguing element to your tattoo design. Butterfly tattoos are most often a symbol of freedom and change, and artists in every tattoo parlor needs to be proficient. 

3d art built around shadows and realistic colors will bring your butterfly to life and give it a character of its own, capturing the beauty of the butterflies with grace and style.

Using vibrant, natural, realistic colors and shades on your 3D butterfly tattoo will bring your butterfly to life and give it a personality of its own while looking like it has just alighted on the wearer’s skin.

 

2. Optical Illusion Tattoos

3D Leg Spiral Tattoo For Men

Realistic 3D Tattoos For Men

Geometric 3D Body Art Tattoo For Men

DNA 3 Dimensional Tattoos For Men

Colorful 3D Tattoo For Guys

Amazing 3D Tattoos For Men

See more about - 100 Optical Illusion Tattoo Ideas

Optical illusion tattoo designs are some of the coolest. The ability to possess mind-breaking imagery within the skin is almost unbelievable and makes you think you’re permanently wearing 3D glasses.

In contemporary tattoo, a talented tattoo artist can manipulate dimensional physics in bold and unique fashions to make images come alive on the human body.

Besides the intellectual merit behind these incredible ink ideas, there is also the “wow” factor to keep in mind.

If your visual trickery is formidable, then it will serve as an instantaneous conversation starter with people who enjoy an interesting 3D style.

 

3. 3D Dragon Tattoos

3d Realistic Dragon Eye Inner Arm Bicep Tattoo On Male

Black Ink Dragon 3d Guys Full Back Tattoo

Guys 3d Green Chinese Dragon Arm Tattoo Designs

Mens Roaring Realistic 3d Full Back Dragon Themed Tattoo Ideas

Unique Fire Breathing Dragon Mens Chest And Inner Arm Bicep 3d Tattoo

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With so many positive qualities surrounding it, it’s no wonder the dragon has surpassed regular tattoo art and made its way into 3D representation.

There are many 3D image styles to choose from when selecting a dragon tattoo, with many erring on the side of tradition.

Most depictions of the dragon show a 3D Movie like beast with a bright pearl held in its mouth or claw, a symbol of wisdom, prosperity, and abundance.

 

4. Star 3D Tattoo Design

Men's 3D Star Chest Tattoos

3d Nautical Star Guys Outer Forearm Tattoo Ideas

Amazing Stone Half Sleeve Mens 3d Star Tattoo Designs

Creative 3d Star Tattoos For Men On Arm

Guys Three 3d Star Tattoo Designs On Upper Chest

Rib Cage Side Male Tattoo With Blue Outer Space 3d Star Design

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The star tattoo idea has been used as a symbol for the five senses, the five wounds of Christ, magic, the forces of nature, and when turned on its side, the devil.

It is also the symbol of the Dallas Cowboys (booooooo!).

People have come up with a variety of ways to wear star 3D tats, creating an intricate pattern that appears to give skin an extra layer of texture, or that the star is poking through ripped skin.

 

5. 3D Sleeve Tattoos

Three D Tattoos For Men

Skyline Tattoo 3D For Men

Men's Sleeve And Back 3D Tattoos

Men's Full Sleeve 3D Tattoos

Men's 3D Star Tattoo

Men's 3D Outer Space Tattoo

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3D sleeve tattoos will unleash your desire for vivid and complex ink with the ability to transform your skin into a world of its own.

Reveal your dangerous side with a bold and badass 3D tattoo sleeve.

Any shape, symbol, or design can be altered with the wonderment of light and shadows to create a perceived depth that fools the eye.

3D tattoo sleeves commonly feature the baffling illusion of ripped skin and an exposed image beneath, but many appear to protrude convincingly from the skin.

Other three dimensional sleeves use regular tattoo shadow manipulation for depth but follow a more minimalistic approach, leaving the exposed skin pitch black to produce a scary 3d tattoo empty hollowed-out arm devoid of muscle, blood, or bones.

Those fascinated by biomechanical tattoos and science fiction scenarios can show off impressive body art, where the skin is torn away to reveal the 3D technology and machine beneath the flesh.

 

7. 3D Snake Tattoos

3d Snake With Apple Mens Back Tattoo

Black And Grey Ink 3d Rattlesnake Mens Arm Tattoo

Full Arm Sleeve Red And Black 3d Snake Tattoos For Men

Glowing Teal Skull With 3d Snake Fangs Mens Chest Tattoo

Mens Snake 3d Foot Tattoos

Up Close Detailed 3d Snake Mens Forearm Sleeve Tattoo

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A 3D tattoo of a snake would stop some people in their tracks. It is a very striking image, because the snake has always been associated with danger or evil.

Others might look at the symbol and connect it to rebirth. This connection is made because the snake has the unique ability of shedding its entire skin.

In essence, a person wearing a 3d style snake might be telling the world that they have changed or that life has forced them to shed their old skin and begin anew.

 

8. 3D Chest Tattoo Designs

Man With 3D Tattoo On Chest And Shoulder

Cool Men's 3D Tattoos Ocean Ship

3D Skull Chest Tattoos For Men

3d Claw Heart Mens Chest Tattoo

Amazing Mens Mechanical Gear 3d Chest Tattoo

Awesome Mens 3d Hands Holding Falling Sand Chest Tattoo

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A 3D chest tattoo is designed to look like they are either a part of your chest or that the image is tearing itself from it.

Imagine a 3d look tattoo that makes it look like you have ripped your skin open to reveal the Superman or Spider-Man suit underneath, showing others that you have hidden super powers.

You can unleash your creativity in the design of your 3D piece, as these types of tattoos truly have no limits. If you can see it or conceive it, you can likely have it created as a 3D tattoo.

You just need to find a great tattoo artist who has the skill to bring the right 3d effect to life.

 

9. 3D Tribal Tattoo Art

Men's 3D Back Tattoo Design Ideas

3D Tattoos For Men Ancient

3D Arm Battle Tattoo For Men

Men's 3D Tattoo

3d Tribal Black Ink Mens Upper Arm Tattoo Designs

Cracked Stone 3d Tribal Celtic Tree Mens Chest Tattoos

 

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A tribal tattoo mixed with a 3D look should give the tattoo that extra kick every person desires when they’re looking for an awesome tattoo.

Tribal tattoos are very spiritual in nature. It means that the person wearing the tattoo is in tune with the human body, nature and the flow of life.

Most tribal tattoos are used as to create a language of their own, made bolder with an amazing 3D tattoo.

 

10. 3D Heart Tattoos

Anatomical 3d Heart Guys Tattoo Designs On Forearm

Awesome 3d Heart Tattoos For Men Leg Sleeve

Forearm Rolling Dice With 3d Heart Themed Tattoo Ideas For Men

Impressive Male 3d Heart Tattoo Designs On Arm

Stylish Mens 3d Heart With Eye Tattoos On Arm

Pistons 3d Heart Tattoo Design Ideas For Men

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The subject of countless poetry, art, and introspection, the heart has earned its place as one of the most popular tattoo subjects.

Modern realistic tattoo ideas are proof that the symbol of love will never go out of style.

Astonishingly realistic and just as gorgeous to look upon, the three-dimensional heart tattoo makes powerful artwork.

 

11. 3D Jesus Tattoos

Male Forearm Realistic 3d Jesus Tattoo Ideas

Male Tattoo With 3d Jesus Design On Inner Forearm Optical Illusion

3d Jesus Mens Tattoo Designs On Leg

Cool 3d Jesus Tattoo Arm Design Ideas For Male

Guys Half Sleeve Black And Grey Tattoos With 3d Jesus Design

3d Jesus Tattoos For Gentlemen On Upper Chest

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A captivating image of Jesus in 3D comes alive to make a powerful statement of faith.

The tattoo artist achieves 3D through shading to create visual depth so that parts of an image seem to pop out. Perspective is altered to see more than a flat surface.

Powerfully communicating immeasurable, unconditional love, Jesus dying on the cross conveys forgiveness of sins.

An innocent giving his life for the guilty is a profoundly stirring message of sacrifice. The sacred imagery tells a personal story of amazing grace. It says, “Jesus died for all, including me.”

 

12. 3D Forearm Tattoos

3d Forearm Sleeve Diver Underwater Mens Tattoo Designs

3d Gorilla Head Guys Forearm Sleeve Tattoo

3d Pocket Watch Unique Mens Inner Forearm Tatto

3d Shark Stone Guys Forearm Tattoo

Barber Tools Guys 3d Inner Forearm Tattoo

Matrix Guys Forearm Sleeve 3d Tattoo

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With 3D tattoos, you can transform your body into living art.

A 3D forearm tattoo allows you to enjoy that artwork easily. Just look down on your arm and marvel at the intricate details and the beautiful shading and other techniques that make the tattoo seem to jump right off your arm.

There are no limits to the kinds of 3D forearm tattoo designs you can get. With the 3D effect, the tattoo looks like the skin on your arm has been carved to look like rock or some other intricate design.

 

13. 3D Leg Tattoo

3d Gears Guys Full Leg Sleeve Ripped Skin Tattoo Designs

Acrobatic Mens 3d Leg Sleeve Tattoo

Colorful 3d Mens Artistic Thigh Legs Tattoo

Full Leg Sleeve Puzzle Themed 3d Tattoo Ideas For Men

Leg Calf 3d Gears Tattoo For Men

Mens Amazing 3d Full Leg Sleeve Tattoo Design Ideas

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Regardless of where you wander, ink on the legs gives you the best of both worlds. For professional days at the office, a pair of pants will easily keep your body art concealed.

While shorts worn on casual days make showing off your ink as simple as it gets.

Take a step into ink inspiration by checking out these top x best 3D leg tattoos for men below. You’ll find a wide range of ideas ranging from the upper thigh down to the ankle alongside full sleeves.

14. 3D Arm Tattoos

3d Eye With Water Splash Mens Arm Tattoo

Artistic Skull With Microphone 3d Mens Unique Arm Tattoos

Bearded Man With Church Building 3d Arm Tattoos For Men

Male With Realistic 3d Alligator Arm Tattoo

Mens 3d Smoking Pipe Inner Arm Tattoo

Optical Illusion Guys 3d Spiral Arm Tattoo

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Even the most apathetic of art appreciators will be in awe of the sheer technicality and skill required to create one of these designs.

The crisp color and clever manipulation of shadows will bewilder even the most well-versed lover of tattoos.

Popular themes include graphic gashes which often reveal interlocked gears or other robotic components beneath. These seemingly meaningless designs can actually carry profound symbolism about humans being treated as machines.

 

15. 3D Hand Tattoos

3d Mens Skull And Revolver Tattoo Design On Hand

Amazing Mens 3d Eye Tattoo Design On Hands

Clock With Orange Glowing Skull Guys 3d Hand Tattoo

Gentleman With 3d Pug Dog Hand Tattoo

Mountain Landscape With Clouds Guys 3d Hand Tattoo

Spiderman Themed Mens 3d Web Hand Tattoo

 

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The unique anatomy of your hand creates some interesting possibilities for 3D tattoos. You can play off the different bones and tendons to create some intricate designs.

For example, you can get a 3D tattoo that looks like the skin has been pulled back to reveal wires and metal that looks like a robot skeleton. Or the skin can reveal your actual skeleton, showing off your complex anatomy.

If you prefer something more whimsical, you can get something like a butterfly tattoo or dragonfly that looks like it is perched right on your hand. Or you can turn your hand over and get a 3D design on the palm, such as a knowing eye or an orb of light.

 

16. 3D Skull Tattoo

3d Ornate Detailed Skull Inner Forearm Tattoo For Men

3d Skull With Sailing Ship Guys Upper Chest Tattoo Ideas

Cool Skull Dotwork Mens Full Back 3d Tattoo

Glowing Realistic 3d Skull Male Full Back Tattoo Designs

Hexagon 3d Skull Guys Geometric Chest Tattoo

Mens Gold 3d Skull Arm Tattoo

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A 3D skull tattoo can mean several different things. Some gravitate toward the skull because of the natural association this figure has to death or darkness.

This type of person is not afraid to admit that life is futile, short, and brutal, knowing that death is the only thing that is promised, and embraces that with this awesome tattoo.

Others out there love the skull because it represents fearlessness, or because they have experienced the very worst life can offer. The skull could symbolize the fact that a part of them died with this experience, and the image is a reminder of that.

 

17. 3D Scorpion Tattoos

Back Of Leg Guys 3d Scorpion Tattoos

Gentleman With Cool Back Of Shoulder Blade Scorpion 3d Tattoo

Large 3d Scorpion Mens Full Rib Cage Side Of Body Tattoo

Manly 3d Scorpion Guys Arm Tattoo Design Inspiration

Scorpion Male 3d Chest Tattoo

Outer Arm Scorpion 3d Mens Tattoo Ideas

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The 3D version of the scorpion is a strong symbol of a person’s essence. The scorpion is a spirit creature that shows a mix of power and reservation.

Some are interested in the scorpion tattoo simply because it connects to their Zodiac sign, which is pretty straight forward, but there are others who see more, such as the physical qualities of the creature.

They might notice that it can be as deadly as it wants to be but only when provoked. The stinger is the scorpion’s last resort, and it only uses the stinger for self defense.

The scorpion is also known as a symbol for sexuality. This is because the male of the species performs an intoxicating dance to attract a female, which intoxicates her.

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3D Tattoo FAQs

How much do 3D tattoos cost?

3D tattoos are on the expensive end of the pricing spectrum. You don’t want such a difficult, technically precise tattoo left in the hands of an apprentice or less skilled artist.

The per hour price for 3D tattooing starts at approximately $200 and averages about $250 – $300 per hour.

The big guns charge up to $500 per hour for 3D work, but with that pricing comes a tacit guarantee that your ink will be well worth the price.

Can you get a 3D tattoo?

3D tattoos are becoming a hugely influential genre in tattooing due to the brilliant look you can achieve with a quality idea, and a tattooist with the artistry to see it come alive.

3D tattoos are leading the new wave because they can influence the depiction of every style and build on tradition with new interpretations.

How are 3D tattoos done?

In a word: skills. There are no shortcuts.

A successful 3D tattoo is achieved by making the artwork look like it’s a part of your body or as if its hovering over the top of it by magic.

Tattooists well versed in creating 3D pieces can create your 3D ink by the application of line work, shading, color, and space manipulation to literally add that extra dimension needed to make it come alive.

They will also have the intrinsic understanding of how to prepare your stencil/outline pre-tattoo to set up best for a rewarding experience.

Jono Elderton

Writer

Jono writes about booze and tattoos for Next Luxury, having spent nearly two decades experiencing both in a variety of situations around the globe.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) from the University of Canberra and a Graduate Diploma of Professional Writing from Deakin University.

Jono writes about booze and tattoos for Next Luxury, having spent nearly two decades experiencing both in a variety of situations around the globe.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) from the University of Canberra and a Graduate Diploma of Professional Writing from Deakin University.

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Top 29 Best Watches Under $500 For Men
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Top 29 Best Watches Under $500 For Men

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With cellphones so ubiquitous, your watch choice can be less about telling time and more about personal style. However, a watch is not ‘just’ a watch. For example, the vast majority are made for right-handed people, but a select few cater to the lefties among us. There is a wide range in functionality and size.

The wristwatch is also one of the few socially acceptable accessories for men, so why not have a small selection? If you’re not cashing a CEO’s paycheck just yet, here are the top 28 most handsome watches for men that retail for under $500.
 
Got a bigger budget? Then check out our guide to the best men’s watches under $1000 instead.

Top 29 Best Watches Under $500 For Men

1. Tommy Hilfiger Stainless Steel Men’s Watch

Tommy Hilfiger Men's 1791066 Stainless Steel Watch with Brown Leather Band

 

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If you like the feel of a pliable, non-metal band but aren’t comfortable with genuine leather, this watch comes equipped with a handsome synthetic band. At 46mm in diameter, this watch is perfect for men of smaller stature, as it will not overpower your hand or make it look like you’re wearing your father’s watch. With bold Arabic numerals, a stainless steel case, and classic styling, this watch is an outstanding choice for an everyday watch and the man on a budget.

 

2. Nordgreen Pioneer – Black Dial

Nordgreen Pioneer Watch with Black Dial

 

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Not everyone has an endless amount of cash to drop on a luxury timepiece. If you’re money-conscious but want something high-end, then why not consider the Nordgreen Pioneer.

An inspired take on a classic Chronograph, Nordgreen celebrates the Danish with what they call a timepiece “that captures the sustainable future.” Available in various dial colors from blue, black, and white. There’s even the choice of three case colors – gunmetal, silver, and rose gold. A perfect addition to the collection of any watch enthusiast. 

 

3. Fossil Grant Brown Leather Watch

Fossil Men's Grant Quartz Stainless Steel and leather Dress Watch Color: Silver, Brown (Model: FS4735IE)

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This lovely offering by Fossil features slim Roman numeral hour markers and delicate cut-out hands. The casing is stainless steel and is water-resistant to 165 feet, making it a great dive watch. The band is made of supple, soft calfskin leather and uses a buckle closure.

Of course, this timepiece also comes with the generous 11-year warranty and it’s own fun tin. This watch oozes class and is great for nearly every occasion in your life.

 

4. Citizen Sport Stainless Steel Men’s Watch With Brown Leather Band

Citizen Men's Eco-Drive Brown Leather Strap Watch with Date, AW1361-10H

 

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If you don’t want to deal with changing out a battery in a digital watch, this watch is powered by either natural or indoor lighting. The mineral crystal face and stainless steel case make this watch water-resistant to 330 feet, making it a great choice for swimmers and snorkelers.

Handsome and utilitarian, this is a great watch for everyday wear. It’s one of the best watches for men who are always on the go.

 

5. Fossil Men’s Machine Chronograph Silicone Watch

Fossil Men's Machine Quartz Stainless Steel and Silicone Chronograph Watch, Color: Black (Model: FS4487)

 

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This watch was designed with the active man in mind. The knurled silicone band stands up to sweat and oils without issue, and the timepiece itself is water-resistant to 165 feet.

The patterned bezel and quality craftsmanship of the black dial is excellent, as is to be expected from a Fossil watch. It even comes in the iconic and collectible tin!

 

6. Citizen Men’s Eco-Drive Watch

Citizen Men's Eco-Drive Stainless Steel Watch with Day/Date display, BM8180-03E

 

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This men’s watch features Japanese quartz movement that charges itself indoors or out when exposed to light, making it a great choice for those who don’t want to change out the battery too often. The stitched canvas strap is soft against your skin and will wick away moisture, while the mineral crystal face stands up to the rigors of your everyday life.

Water-resistant to 330 feet, this dive watch is a classic and simple design you’ll be proud of for years to come.

 

7. Invicta Pro Diver Chronograph Men’s Watch

Invicta Men's 0070 Pro Diver Collection Analog Chinese Quartz Chronograh Silver-Tone/Blue Stainless Steel Watch

 

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Another gorgeous offering by Invicta, this watch features a bold design with a slightly nautical feel to it. It will look at home whether you’re wearing a business suit or are going for a dive of less than 660 feet. This piece is also covered by a one-year warranty as a matter of course. The luminosity feature and magnified date window make it a great choice if you work or play in low light.

If you want something that looks like a Tag Heuer but without the luxury watch brand price tag, this is a good option!

 

8. Casio Edifice Multi-Function Men’s Watch

Casio Men's EF527D-1AV "Edifice

 

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This watch has three sub-dials for 12 hour, 60 minute and 60-second displays, in addition to the standard time. It also features a fold-over, push-down clasp on the stainless strap, keeping it secure throughout your activities. If you’re looking for a classy timepiece that shrieks sophistication, this is a great choice.

 

9. Fossil Machine Three Hand Stainless Steel Men’s Watch

Fossil Men's FS4774 Machine Smoke Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch

 

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This quality watch is a chameleon piece. It looks at home as a dress watch riding below the cuff of your best suit, and it also looks great paired with jeans and a t-shirt. Backed by Fossil’s 11-year warranty as a matter of course and beautifully crafted, this smoke-colored piece is guaranteed to become the go-to accessory for nearly every occasion.

 

10. MVMT Watches Black Face Men’s Watch

MVMT Men's Minimalist Vintage Watch with Analog Date | Black Tan

 

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If you like the look of a simple watch, this minimalist offering from MVMT is right up your alley. With just a plain black face, tick marks to denote the hours and a single date window, there is nothing overdone or extravagant about this design. The brown leather strap is understated and suited to the simple design. It’s definitely a classy, low-key piece for the budget-conscious.

 

11. Timex Weekender Watch

Timex Unisex T2P142 Weekender Blue/Yellow Stripe Nylon Slip-Thru Strap Watch

 

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If you’re looking for a fun watch to pair with casual outfits, this is a great option. The band is blue and yellow woven nylon, and the face features both civilian and military timekeeping. An Indiglo night light is also included. This watch is water-resistant to 99 feet, meaning it can withstand splashes of water or exposure to rain but you won’t want to submerge it.

 

12. PUMA Ultrasize Black Sport Men’s Watch

PUMA Men's PU102941001 Ultrasize Black Sport Watch

 

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Boasting a 50mm diameter, this piece is perfect for the large-framed man or one who likes to wear his accessories oversized. A true fashion statement, this sports watch comes in eight different colors schemes to match your favorite hues.

Do be aware, however, that the dial knob is configure for left-handed men!

 

13. Timex Easy Reader Men’s Watch

Timex Men's T20041 Easy Reader 35mm Brown Leather Strap Watch

 

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Another dress watch designed with the older gentleman in mind, this watch features a white dial with generously sized numerals that do not appear comical to the casual observer.

It’s also an excellent choice if you take your contacts out at night and still want to be able to check the time. With classic lines and a simple white face, the watch would not be out of place at any casual gathering. It comes with Timex’s one-year warranty at no additional charge.

 

14. Fossil Nate Men’s Chronograph Watch

Fossil Men's Nate Quartz Stainless Steel and Leather Chronograph Watch, Color: Black (Model: JR1354)

 

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For men who like a more gritty, industrial feel to their accessories, this Fossil watch is right on point. The bezel is gear-edged and the face is utilitarian black and gray. Water-resistant to 165 feet, this watch is a great choice if you like your adornments to be understated yet add visual interest.

It’s definitely a stand-out piece, for those who would take notice!

 

15. Timex Expedition Field Chronograph Men’s Watch

Timex Men’s T49905 Expedition Field Chronograph Black/Brown Leather Strap Watch

 

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Featuring an indigo night light, tachymeter, a date window and a buckle closure, this watch is perfect for men who like to work or play outdoors. It is also water-resistant to 330 feet, making it a great choice for snorkeling or swimming.

You won’t want to wear it for diving, however. With classic, black styling and a genuine crystal face, this is a timepiece that will stand the test of time in both form and function.

 

16. Seiko 5 Automatic Stainless Steel Men’s Watch

Seiko Men's SNK809 Seiko 5 Automatic Stainless Steel Watch with Black Canvas Strap

 

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This Seiko automatic watch has all the bells and whistles you need, but presents it all in a plain and strikingly attractive manner. It features a date window in either English or Spanish, sword-shaped hands, a sweeping second hand and a mineral dial window. This is a great option for the man on the go. The canvas strap can be removed and hand-washed if sweat or other odors become an issue.

This watch is not water-resistant, so you’ll only want to wear it when you won’t be popping by the pool for a swim!

 

17. Invicta Pro Diver Collection Silver-Tone Men’s Watch

Invicta Men's 8932 Pro Diver Collection Silver-Tone Watch

 

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For those who prefer an all-metal timepiece, the stainless steel Invicta fits the bill nicely. It has a similar aesthetic to a Tag Heuer watch, but at a more affordable price. Equipped with a unilateral bezel and removable links, the band can be customized to fit your wrist perfectly. The face is flame fusion crystal and features a magnifier to highlight the date window.

It’s also water-resistant to 660 feet. If you’re looking for a gorgeous watch that stands up to an active lifestyle, this is an excellent choice.

 

18. Seiko Men’s Adventure-Solar Classic Casual Watch

Seiko Men's SSC081 Adventure-Solar Classic Casual Watch

 

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This Seiko watch derives its power from either natural or indoor light and can withstand water depths of up to 330 feet. The supple brown leather strap and timeless brushed steel give this piece an attractive look, and the alarm chronograph is easy to set.

If you’re looking for a watch that can serve as a backup for your wake-up call while traveling, stand up to the elements and look awesome, this casual wrist watch is a winner.

 

19. Nautica Men’s Stainless Steel Watch with Blue Resin Band

Nautica Men's N14555G NST Stainless Steel Watch with Blue Resin Band

 

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Featuring a plethora of options and a smart, snappy style, this a great casual watch with a eye-catching blue dial. The hardy resin band is adjustable, and the face is protected by a mineral window. Whether for work or play, this bold blue design is handsome and substantial on the wrist. It comes with Nautica’s five-year warranty at no additional charge.

 

20. Citizen Sport Men’s Stainless Steel Watch with Black Leather Band

Citizen Eco-Drive Men's AW1361-01E Sport Stainless Steel Watch with Leather Band

 

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The black, red and white face of this piece eschews the traditional two-tone color scheme so often employed in other watches, and the contrasting stitching on the band adds creative flair. It comes backed by Citizen’s five-year warranty and will compliment any casual outfit.

 

21. Alessi Tic15 Analog Display Analog Quartz Black Men’s Watch

Alessi Men's AL5032 Tic15 Analog Display Analog Quartz Black Watch

 

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Another not-quite-round offering on our list, the curved square casing of this piece gives it instant visual appeal. Sleek and clean, this unfussy design will be a compliment to almost any occasion. It has quartz movement and is water-resistant to 99 feet, making it a great choice for everyday wear.

 

22. Invicta 1517 I Force Collection Watch

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Another on our list designed for left-handed men, this watch is something special. Water-resistant to 330 feet and featuring oversize stenciled numbers and a sub dial, this watch is great for any casual outfit. The cloth band is extremely durable and stands up to dirt, sweat and grime.

If you lead an active lifestyle, this watch will be right at home in your collection.

 

23. TRIWA Blue Steel Nevil Canvas Watch

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This watch comes in a whopping 14 color variations, all of them beautiful. You may decide to add more than one to your collection!

Designed in Sweden, this watch features Japanese quartz movement, a stainless steel casing and a strap made from Tärnsjö organic leather. TRIWA, which stands for Transforming the Industry of Watches, believes in the artistry of fine jewelry and it shows in their product.

 

24. Victorinox Swiss Army Alliance Watch

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Another fine dress watch from the makers of the Swiss Army knife, this watch is emblazoned with the internally recognized cross and shield emblem. It has no sub-dials, tachymeter or other add-ons to detract from its simple and appealing style.

This watch will be at home with all but the most formal of outfits and carries a two-year warranty.

 

25. Ingersoll Automatic Stainless Steel Bull Run Watch

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Again, Ingersoll remakes the classics and brings them into the present day. With a highly polished stainless steel casing, two sub-dials, a date aperture and arrow-shaped hands, this quartz watch is beautiful.

The band features contrasting stitching on the fine-grain leather, adding depth and detail to the workmanship. This watch will compliment any casual occasion and can be relied upon for years to come.

 

26. Tissot Quickster Chronograph Black Leather Men’s Watch

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Made with scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and Swiss automatic movement, this watch is a smart and utilitarian choice. If you’re looking for a solid Swiss watch that isn’t flashy, this is an excellent option. It’s also guaranteed for two years.

 

27. Seiko Sport Solar Men’s Beige Watch

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Are you getting tired of squinting down at your watch or holding it closer and closer to your face? Don’t worry, we all get a bit nearsighted with age, especially over the age of 40.

If you’re not quite ready for reading glasses or a comically huge watch, this is a great choice from Seiko. The numerals, indices and luminous hands stand out in stark white against a black background, and the numerals are generous in size. It’s a perfect casual watch for the older gentleman.

 

28. Seiko Men’s 5 Watch Blue Canvas Band

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This simple and affordable watch has a clean, crisp aesthetic to it and doesn’t bog down its design with a ton of bells and whistles. It’s time and date, end of.

If you want a watch for casual wear, this Seiko is a shoo-in. The band is forgiving and comfortable against your wrist, and it’s blue color will likely compliment your existing wardrobe. The price is also extremely affordable.

 

29. Tommy Hilfiger Men’s Stainless Steel Watch With Brown Leather Band

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Featuring the Hilfiger logo at the three o’clock position, this wrist watch is a statement piece. It is a bright, shiny stainless steel work of art that you’ll be proud to wear at all but the most stuffy of workplaces. The calfskin leather band uses a buckle closure and the date window is beside the logo at three o’clock.

If you’re a fan of Tommy clothing, cologne or luggage, you can complete your look with this stunning accessory.

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The 40 Essential Albums To Own on Vinyl

The 40 Essential Albums To Own on Vinyl

  • Next Luxury / Entertainment
  • by — Jono Elderton

Putting together a list of the essential albums to own on vinyl is not only impossible, it’s hugely stressful. I’ve done at least 30 variations; adding albums, taking off others, rearranging bits and pieces, or changing my mind altogether and taking it from the top.

There are sure to be some controversial takes, and there’s a swath of genres, records, and artists who didn’t make the cut, but I’ve only got one set of ears, a personalized palate, and a tight deadline.

Before you take a look at the list, here are some rules: these are in no particular order, there are no live performances or compilations, no more than one appearance by an artist, and the album has to physically sound good on vinyl. I’ve made it this far, but now I need a drink and a lie down. 

 

1. Paul Simon - Graceland (1986)

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This is my favorite album. I remember dancing around the lounge room with a literal boom box, and a massive set of headphones listening to The Boy in the Bubble, Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes, and You Can Call Me Al, picturing the film clip with Chevy Chase.

Out of all of my father’s albums, Graceland is my favorite, both for its scope and its sheer enjoyment. Whether it’s the Ladysmith Black Mambazo Orchestra singing together perfectly, or the amazing South African session musicians involved in its creation, Graceland is a fantastic album and a must-own for any music lover.

 

 

 

2. Led Zeppelin - IV (1972)

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Sprawling, decadent, and powerful, Led Zep’s untitled fourth studio album is their best. It features a short little ditty called Stairway to Heaven, the sexually charged Black Dog, Mordor LOTR–style The Battle of Never More, and epic Misty Mountain Hop.

Most superstar bands don’t have four songs as good as this in an entire career, let alone on one album. Now, please excuse me, I’ve got 7.5 minutes to kill listening to Stairway…

 

 

 

3. Nas - Illmatic (1994)

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Nas was a 17 year old still in high school when his debut album Illmatic dropped. The record is widely considered one of the greatest rap albums of all time (it’s firmly in my top three) and was announced as one of the 2020 recordings selected for inclusion on the National Recording Registry.

It turned Nas into a star and brought attention back to the East Coast after the dominance of gangster rap in the West. 

 

 

 

4. Michael Jackson - Thriller (1982)

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You can’t make a list of essential vinyl albums without Michael Jackson, and Thriller is all killer, no filler. It’s disappointing the way things ended for the King of Pop, but Thriller reminds us that we were lucky to hear the brilliance of Michael Jackson.

There’s a reason it’s the greatest selling album of all time.

 

 

 

5. The Black Keys - Thickfreakness (2003)

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This living, breathing behemoth from the Ohio two-piece brought hipsters out from their garages in droves. The pumping piston drums of Patrick Carbery – who laid the tracks down on an eight-track in 14 hours – are a yammering foil for singer/guitarist Dan Auerbach’s dirty lashes of the axe and pedals, while his lyrics scrounge around like he’s digging into the couch creases looking for loose change.

I saw the Black Keys live when touring this album – it was all sweat, beards, and beer. I swear I couldn’t hear shit except for Set You Free for a week after.

 

 

 

6. Sade - Diamond Life (1984)

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Honestly, you could pick any of Sade’s six albums for this list, but for mine, it has to be their debut Diamond Life. Merging soul with R&B and jazz elements, it’s got a bit of everything that’s great about 80s music.

Smooth Operator and Hang On to Your Love are incredible compositions, with Sade Adu’s vocals completely mesmerizing.

 

 

 

7. Beach Boys - Pet Sounds (1966)

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These days, you could release this cerebral Beach Boys album by saying: “There are goats on the cover,” and make a badass meme campaign.

Pet Sounds revolutionized recording music, although nobody in 1966 seemed happy to spend their money on it, given that it was vastly different from the 10 Beach Boys albums that came before.

It wasn’t until the UK got a hold of it that the production and sound engineering side of the Pet Sounds record got its due respect, and everyone realized the music was awesome too.

 

 

 

8. Marvin Gaye - What’s Going On (1971)

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1971s What’s Going On is arguably the greatest album of all time from any genre. Rolling Stone has it at the top of their 500 Greatest Albums, and for good reason.

What’s Going On is a narrative concept album that tells the tale of a man’s return from Vietnam. If you’re unfamiliar with the brilliance, pain, and tragedy of Marvin Gaye, take 53 minutes out of your day to watch this documentary. It’s time well spent.

 

 

 

9. NWA - Straight Outta Compton (1988)

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I scored this on cassette from my big brother when I was going into high school (on the other side of the 90-minute marvel was 2 Live Crew). A decade older than me, he didn’t say anything much about it except for, “Listen to this and don’t tell mum. Ever!”

Straight Outta Compton ushered in the gangsta rap era. Without NWA, the rap landscape would be very different; less realistic and raw, less creative, edgy, and honest. It certainly wouldn’t have been better.

 

 

 

 

10. David Bowie - The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars (1972)

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Bowie ushered in a new era of rock and pop fusion by creating different characters in his music and an amazing level of theatricality to his work.

Ziggy Stardust helped bridge the gap between the declining hippy culture and stadium rock with a burgeoning live music scene where the show was just as important as the music.

 

 

 

11. Lauryn Hill - The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill

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She might have gone off the rails, but Lauryn Hill is still one of the greatest female vocalists I’ve had the pleasure of hearing live. While that’s highly unlikely to happen anytime soon, I can always put this album on and remember how talented she is. 

A melting pot of hip-hop, soul, R&B, and pop, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill is a phenomenal record from a once-in-a-generation artist. 

 

 

 

12. Bob Dylan - Blonde on Blonde (1966)

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Not being able to incorporate a greatest hits compilation album is hardest here. Folk legend, visual artist, and bourbon bottler Bob Dylan is not only brilliant but also prolific.

Any of 10 studio, live, or compilation albums could take this space, but for pure end-to-end quality, his seventh studio album Blonde on Blonde may be the finest.

 

 

 

13. Outkast - Stankonia (2000)

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“They are threateningly talented individuals” – Cee Lo Green

Outkast’s Stankonia took rap music and threw out the rule book. They turned hip-hop into something interplanetary (and the South into a stronghold), where freedom of expression, musical innovation, and pure enjoyment melded with traditional rap bangers and everyday struggles.

 

 

 

14. Daft Punk - Random Access Memories (2012)

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I’m not much of a dance music guy, but Daft Punk is cool, whether the helmets are on or not. If you throw this on the Technics (careful, it’s hard to get in non-collectible form), things are going pretty well.

Twan’s cool vlog about the making of Random Access Memories – Daft Punk’s most critically acclaimed album recorded over the course of four years – is well worth a watch for anyone who wants to know more about this chart-topping album that gave us the massive hit Get Lucky.

 

 

 

15. Miles Davis - Kind of Blue (1959)

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Great jazz music is made for being enjoyed on vinyl, and Kind of Blue is the greatest of jazz music. Put it on your player, settle in, and let Miles take you somewhere else for a while.

Check out the making of this classic album by watching this fantastic documentary (apologies for Bill Cosby’s appearance).

 

 

 

16. Radiohead - Kid A (2000)

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I’m going to come clean: I AM NOT a Radiohead guy. I can appreciate their music, its complexity, skill, and vision. But it’s just not my thing. I’m sorry. 

This clip explains brilliantly why Kid A is so vital and so vivid for many music fans, something I could not articulate.

 

 

 

17. Kanye West - My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (2010)

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This one might be a little controversial, but this is Kanye at his artistic peak. Coming off the poor reception of 808s & Heartbreak (an underrated album and my second favorite Kanye record) and dealing with problems in his personal life, Kanye hit studios across the world and created a masterpiece. 

All of the Lights. POWER. Runaway. Blame Game. Monster. This album is not only chock full of hits but features some of the best rap verses Nicki Minaj and Rick Ross have ever spit.

This is a reminder of a time when Kanye was the center of the world for his musical abilities and not his private life. 

 

 

 

18. Bjork - Post (1995)

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Another choice some might not agree with, but Post is an exceptional album from Icelandic goddess Bjork. 

It’s hard to describe what this album sounds like, but if you imagine every genre of music baked in a cake and topped with Bjork’s fascinating soprano as the icing, then you have Post. 

While known for spawning the hit single It’s Oh So Quiet, there is much more to this album.

 

 

 

19. Wu-Tang Clan - Enter the Wu-Tang 36 Chambers (1993)

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The debut studio album from the New York Collective is a stone-cold classic. Wu-Tang Clan announced themselves with gangsta rap’s signature braggadocio, plus a fusion of spare beats from the RZA threaded with Kung Fu samples.

Nine distinctly different voices and perspectives from inner-city New York can be heard, all with amazing lyrical flow and a willingness to experiment with beats, tempo, and personality.

The album gave birth to the highest-grossing hip-hop group of all time and ushered in an era of merchandise, film, and music production that still sees the group active and innovating today.

 

 

 

20. Fleetwood Mac - Rumours (1977)

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The Rumours album from Fleetwood Mac showed that copious amounts of drugs, sex, and alcohol, and relationship breakdowns (there were two couples in the group who both split before recording), could be great for creativity. 

Rumours sold more than 10 million copies in the first month alone, while singles Go Your Own Way, Dreams, You Make Loving Fun, and Don’t Stop all made the US top 10 charts.

Disfunction has never sounded so good. 

 

 

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21. Prince and the Revolution - Purple Rain (1984)

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While the film doesn’t quite hold up, the album remains an absolute banger that mixes power-pop, shredding guitars, funk, and psychedelic influences into an almost perfect tracklist. This is Prince at the peak of his powers.

Game, blouses. 

 

 

 

22. The Clash - London Calling (1979)

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London Calling is what happens when a punk band develops their music into a force that reflects the uncertainty, angst, and disaffection of an entire generation. London was a mess in 1979, with heroin, unemployment, political, social, and racial tension ripping through the city (and all of Great Britain).

While their classic punk sound was still readily apparent, The Clash’s third album harnessed reggae, roots, rock, ska, and heavy metal elements into a soup of powerful, politically, and socially aware set of tunes.

 

 

 

23. The Roots - Things Fall Apart (1999)

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The Roots (yeah, Jimmy Fallon’s Band) proved you could make a killer hip-hop album with a live band. Things Fall Apart is a socially conscious album that still found resonance with the gangsta rap set and old school b-boys, which at that time was difficult to accomplish.

It features Black Thought’s lyrical dexterity and boxer’s delivery, mixed with great production and special guests like Mos Def, Erika Badu, Jill Scott, Eve, and Dice Raw.

 

 

 

24. Pearl Jam - Vs. (1993)

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Pearl Jam, along with Nirvana, Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, and lesser-known bands such as Mudhoney and Temple of the Dog, brought Seattle’s grunge sound to the rest of the world. After the commercial success of their debut Ten, Pearl Jam opted to mix harder and more aggressive rock with Eddie Vedder’s iconic vocal range on their sophomore album.

They eschewed releasing any singles despite having a handful that would’ve certainly made it into the top 10. It remains their most influential album and one that moved beyond grunge into another realm.

Fun fact: They wrote Daughter on the tour bus!

 

 

 

25. The Beatles - White Album (1968)

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Another band where their entire back catalog could have appeared on this list, The Beatles White Album gets the nod. 30 tracks including classics Back In The U.S.S.R., Helter Skelter, Blackbird, and George Harrison’s While My Guitar Gently Weeps make up this influential double album. 

 

 

 

26. Pink Floyd - Dark Side of the Moon (1973)

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If I didn’t put this album on here, my sister would kill me. While many contemporaries looked outside, Pink Floyd focused on inside the mind with intense and dystopian fervor.

Dark Side of the Moon, much like Pet Sounds, transformed record arrangement, production, and recording, while the music itself was damn good to listen to as well.

Dark Side took out a lot of the long instrumentals and solos Floyd was known for while still maintaining a cinematic quality. Their audio innovation added the sonic effects that bands ever since have been copying.

 

 

 

27. Kendrick Lamar - Good Kid, M.A.A.D City (2012)

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“It ain’t nothing but a Compton thang.”

I don’t have too many contemporary musicians on this list (let’s face it, music now is made for a digital age, and I’m considered OLLLLLLD), yet Kendrick Lamar is an exception.

Lamar mixes old school gangsta sensibilities with furiously developed production on this coming-of-age concept album. To Pimp A Butterfly may be a stronger album, but I’ll argue forever that Good Kid, M.A.A.D. City is more influential and essential.

 

 

 

28. Nirvana - Nevermind (1991)

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I can still remember, nearly 30 years later, exactly where I was when I heard that Kurt Cobain had died.

If I hadn’t heard Nevermind, and especially Smells Like Teen Spirit, I wouldn’t have paid attention to the hype this band created. It’s hard to put into words just how much Nevermind impacted not only music but youth culture. 

 

 

 

29. Eric B and Rakim - Paid in Full (1987)

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The rap game changed once Rakim took the Mike and Eric B got on the turntables. Other rappers focused on changing things (KRS One), talking tough (Big Daddy Kane), and the drug epidemic in New York (Slick Rick) – Rakim focused on being better than everybody else

They took the socially conscious early hip-hop and added elements of cool that to this day remain unchanged, and gave us Paid in Full, which is still firmly inside the top 10 rap albums of all time.

 

 

 

30. (What's The Story) Morning Glory?

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Seriously, if this album came out now – with all that media stoushing with fellow Brit Pop legends Blur – the internet would have broken. While Liam has turned into an epic storyteller and entertaining parent, for most of their career the Gallagher brothers have been considered complete and utter knobs (Noel still is).

The fact remains, though, that with the possible exception of dance music stars such as Fatboy Slim, The Prodigy, and the Chemical Brothers, no one had a bigger impact on British music than Oasis did throughout the 1990s, which has carried over into pop-rock music today.

 

 

 

31. Metallica - Metallica (The Black Album, 1991)

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While old-school metalheads point to this as the moment Metallica sold out, in reality, it’s the band taking the next step in their evolution and proving heavier music has its place in pop culture. 

The album is full of classic tracks. Enter Sandman is a grinding stadium rock offering. The Unforgiven a heartfelt ditty. Through The Never a reminder of Metallica’s thrash past. Then there’s Nothing Else Matters, an emotional power ballad about expressing and opening yourself up to others.

It might have pissed off their core fans, but Metallica topped the charts and has gone on to sell over 25.2 million copies worldwide, turning the band into the face of modern metal and gaining them more fans than they lost.

 

 

 

32. The Highwaymen - Highwayman

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Waylon Jennings. Willie Nelson. Johnny Cash. Kris Kristofferson. Four of country music’s greatest stars joined forces as The Highwaymen, a country supergroup.

The result is a fantastic outlaw country album showcasing the distinct qualities of each man’s voice. Opener Highwayman sets the scene for a collection of country covers (including two Cash originals) perfect for a road trip through the great US of A. 

 

 

 

33. Rage Against The Machine - Rage Against The Machine

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Few political bands have managed to sell millions of albums and sell out stadiums without deviating from their beliefs like Rage Against The Machine. 

Despite their success, or possibly because of it, the LA foursome has been a driving force in alternate rock for almost three decades. Merging rock with rap before nu-metal was a thing, Rage has a distinct sound thanks to vocalist Zac de la Rocha’s biting lyrics and Tom Morello’s unconventional guitar playing.

Rage Against The Machine is a Molotov cocktail of hard-hitting raps, brain-damaging guitar licks, slick bass lines, and thumping percussion. I can still remember headbanging in my room to Killing in the Name. Good memories. 

 

 

 

34. The Prodigy - Music for the Jilted Generation

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Before becoming household names with the release of Fat of the Land, The Prodigy lit up clubs and raves with tracks from their sophomore release Music for the Jilted Generation. The record is a big “fuck you” to new laws introduced against rave culture that fuses elements of trance, techno, and jungle. 

The album contains a raft of eclectic samples, from films such as Star Wars: A New Hope, Poltergeist III, and Smokey and the Bandit, across 13 tracks fueled by Liam Howlett’s production. Their Law, Poison, and Voodoo People are all huge tunes, but for me, it’s No Good (Start the Dance) that showcases the brilliance of The Prodigy. 

 

 

 

35. Joy Division - Unknown Pleasures

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Both Joy Division albums should be part of any vinyl record collection, but if you had to choose one, I lean towards the Manchester group’s seminal debut Unknown Pleasures. 

Four decades on and this album remains one of the greatest releases of all time. It’s responsible for creating the post-punk genre and has influenced almost every modern rock band ever formed.

Every song is a hit, from the droning bass of Peter Hook on opener Disorder to vocalist Ian Cutis’ fractured vocals on She’s Lost Control. This is an album addressing themes of angst, industrialism, epilepsy, and heartbreak brought together by Curtis’ pained baritone. 

 

 

 

36. The Rolling Stones - Exile on Main St.

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Recorded mainly in a villa in France, the making of Exile on Main St. is the stuff of legend. Keith Richards was in the depths of heroin addiction and Mick Jagger often missed sessions, but somehow when the band did manage to get together they created magic. 

The Stones’ 10th album is chock full of incredible songs that merge rock and blues with soul and country, resulting in arguably the Stones greatest ever record.

 

 

 

37. Dr. Dre - The Chronic

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After finding success with gangster rap group NWA, Dr. Dre proved he was a master of the art form with the release of The Chronic. 

Creating the blueprint for g-funk, Dre blessed hip-hop fans with a classic album all about blunts, 40s, and attractive ladies. He also introduced the world to a then 18-year-old Snoop Dogg on hit Nuthin’ But A “G” Thang.

While the lyrics pose a problem in the current world, the beats still hold up, with Dre cementing his status as a hip-hop legend. 

 

 

 

38. Amy Winehouse - Back To Black

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Besides Adele, Amy Winehouse is the greatest female vocalist to come out of the past two decades. Possessed with a deep, soulful croon, you can feel Winehouse’s pain and sorrow on tracks such as Rehab, Addicted, and the glorious title track Back To Black.  

A troubled figure who couldn’t beat her demons, Back To Black stands as Winehouse’s legacy – an emotional collection of soul, jazz, and pop songs that’s the biggest insight into her life we will ever get. RIP. 

 

 

 

39. Bruce Springsteen - Darkness on the Edge of Town

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You could put any number of Springsteen albums on this list, but for mine, it has to be Darkness on the Edge of Town. This is an exploration of the working class in America, with Springsteen fully embracing his love of rock and roll. 

From the driving opener Badlands to the sax-heavy The Promised Land and the tale of a down on his luck loser on album closer Darkness on the Edge of Town, this 10 track record is a compelling masterpiece. 

Springsteen would go on to release records that charted better and produced bigger hits, but this remains a touchstone in his career. 

 

 

 

40. Black Sabbath - Paranoid

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The godfathers of metal, Black Sabbath have released 19 albums over a 50-year career. Picking their best isn’t easy, but Paranoid stands the test of time. There’s not a bad song on it, from the demonic War Pigs to lo-fi Planet Caravan, this album highlights everything incredible about this band. 

If you only own one metal album, make sure it’s Paranoid. 

 

 

 

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Jono Elderton

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Jono writes about booze and tattoos for Next Luxury, having spent nearly two decades experiencing both in a variety of situations around the globe.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) from the University of Canberra and a Graduate Diploma of Professional Writing from Deakin University.

Jono writes about booze and tattoos for Next Luxury, having spent nearly two decades experiencing both in a variety of situations around the globe.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) from the University of Canberra and a Graduate Diploma of Professional Writing from Deakin University.

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A Brief History of the Pilot’s Watch

A Brief History of the Pilot’s Watch

  • Next Luxury / Men's Style And Fashion
  • by — Elliot Nash

To put it simply, a pilot’s watch is just another tool used by aviators. Characterized by their oversized bezels and extreme legibility, these timepieces take what is essentially a standard wristwatch and upgrades it to include features and functions better suited to those in the mile-high club.

From its early beginnings at the turn of the century to its position amongst wartime aviators, the pilot’s watch, much like the diver’s watch, is a specialty timekeeping device that, since its inception, has been a staple in the world of horology.

What is a Pilot’s Watch?

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While most will claim there is no definition or standard for what a pilot’s watch is. We would argue that if it’s been specially tailored to an aircraft pilot’s needs, it’s a pilot’s watch.

Typically boasting chronograph functionality and an easy to manipulate crown, a pilot’s watch can include various complications for measuring distances and time while in flight.

 

Characteristics of the Pilot’s watch

Each and every brand has a different vision for what makes a pilot’s watch. However, the five specific characteristics consistent across the cavalcade of pilot’s watches include a large and legible dial, luminosity, an oversized crown and extra bezel markings, a dual time or GMT function, a 12 o’clock orientation triangle, and the flyback chronograph.

Large and legible dials make it easier for a pilot to tell the time quickly regardless of conditions. The addition of luminosity features also increases legibility, especially at night. Notable for their large Arabic numerals, the oversized crown is another crucial feature of the pilot’s watch. Historically, pilots wore gloves during flight, making it difficult to operate a watch without a more oversized crown.

The Longines Avigation BigEye, for example, features a 41mm dial with massive easy to read markings and indices. Coupled with the oversized buttons and its 54-hour power reserve, it’s perfect for long-haul flights. 

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Additional bezel markings are used for various calculations like fuel burn and wind correction angles, alongside the 12 o’clock equilateral upright orientation triangle, which allows a pilot to immediately interpret the time regardless of their current orientation in the air. 

Considered one of the best pilot watches you can buy today, the re-issue IWC Automatic Spitfire was initially produced for the British Royal Air Force from 1948 onwards. Boasting additional bezel markings up the wahzoo and the always important 12 o’clock orientation triangle, pilots can tell the time no matter which way they are facing.

Dual Time or GMT Functions and flyback chronographs are added complications that allow plots to track multiple time zones or coordinated universal time (UTC) in addition to assisting waypoint navigation and grid searches, thanks to the single push flyback chronograph.

Now we move onto the complicated side of things with Dual Time/GMT functions, flyback chronographs, and even onboard computers, also known as a Navitmer. Rolex was the first watch manufacturer to produce the Dual Time/GMT functionality. First conceptualized for commercial pilots of Pan Am (Pan American World Airways), aviators would favor the Rolex GMT-Master for many years to come.

Getting even more complicated, however, the Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 46 is one such watch that looks like it’s been stripped directly from a 747’s cockpit. Boasting a chronometer-certified mechanical caliber that can keep track of time spent, it can even complete mathematical calculations on the fly thanks to the addition of a Navitimer.

Essentially an onboard computer, this function uses a rotating bezel for basic arithmetic and mathematics.

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History of the Pilot’s Watch

When you’re thousands of feet in the air, battling against the insane conditions of high altitude flying, you need the right kind of tool to complete the task at hand. Facing an issue with watch technology in the early 20th century, many pilots had to contend with the flimsiness of pocket watches. Having to strap them down to either their wrist or thigh, it would not be until 1904 that the first pilot’s watch would arise.

Constructed upon special request, Louis Cartier was tasked with building a specialized watch for his friend Alberto Santos-Dumont. Presenting the Brazilian aviator with the Cartier Santos, it was the first watch of its kind.

Capable of matching the same reliability and accuracy of the planes they were flying, Santos-Dumont needed a reliable way to keep time without removing his hands from the controls. Considered also the first wristwatch, the Cartier Santos would go on to pave the way for many years of evolution to the incredible timepieces we have today.

Seeing the likes of Breitling add in elements such as a circular slide-rule and chronograph to meet the demands of ever-changing flight complexities. While other brands like IWC, Bell & Ross, and Longines eventually joined the fight to supply pilots with the tools they needed during wartime.

Of course, the most outstanding achievement for the Pilot’s Watch was traveling beyond our atmosphere and into the great unknown – space. An accolade that was achieved by the Omega Speedmaster (ref. CK 2998) when it was worn by astronaut Walter Schirra during the “Sigma 7” mission of the Mercury Programme in 1962.

Although the past is filled with incredible examples of analog horology and complicated mechanical improvements, the digital revolution is impossible to avoid in 2021. For that reason, professional pilots are more likely to opt for more modern watches like the Garmin D2 Delta PX.

Hosting a whole range of features like GPS navigation, intelligent notifications, flight planning, altimeter, automatic flight logging, and a whole lot more, it’s much easier to operate than a Navitimer. Though it retains some of the analog aesthetic that makes pilot’s watches so popular today, it’s still a smartwatch through and through.

It will be interesting to see what the next step is in the evolution of the pilot’s watch.

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Elliot is a content production professional with extensive experience across a range of industries from broadcast TV to digital platforms spanning photography, videography, video editing, journalism and social media.

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Defining the Difference Between Mezcal and Tequila

Defining the Difference Between Mezcal and Tequila

  • Next Luxury / Men's Food And Drinks
  • by — Jono Elderton

Mexican spirits mezcal and tequila are cultural icons generating massive interest, investment, and increased share of the worldwide alcohol market. Much like Scotch, vodka, and gin, where the agave spirit has been crafted and how is becoming just as important to consumers as the taste and price.

Casual liquor lovers and cocktail drink sippers may not know what separates mezcal and tequila. Both are distilled from cooked agave pinas, but there are different varieties of agave species, differences in taste, regulation, production, and bottling that make mezcal and tequila unique from each other.

The following article will help you understand the differences between each product, and help you figure why styles and price differ between seemingly similar expressions.

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Definitions

Tequila is a distilled spirit made only from the agave tequilana weber or blue agave plant. Mezcal (or del maguey) is produced from any agave varieties, which include espadin, tobala, tepeztate, arroqueno, and tobaziche, although there are approximately 30 that can be used for distillation.

The word mezcal comes from Nahuatl Mexicali, which means “oven cooked agave.” Mezcal forms part of the rapidly growing alcohol sector focused on traditional “terroir” and techniques of production. While tequila is also doing this, the differences in traditional production between the two spirits are quite different.

Mezcal vs Tequila: Why do they taste different?

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From an alcohol by volume perspective (ABV), mezcal and tequila are bottled at the same strength. Due to differences in agave varietals, their preparation, and distillation, mezcal has the reputation for tasting stronger, particularly when compared to Blanco and Joven tequilas, which are predicated on clean and crisp blue weber agave flavor.

Mezcal’s rustic production comes from around 30 different agave varieties – resulting in an earthier, smoky flavor than the spirits crafted from the blue agave plant. Tequila is most often produced by steaming the agave inside industrial ovens before being distilled two or three times in copper pots.

Mezcal is more old school, using traditional earthen pits that are lined with lava rocks and filled with wood and charcoal, where the agave pinas (agave hearts) are cooked before being extracted, then fermented and distilled in oak barrels, clay pots, or small copper pot stills.

Why is mezcal more expensive than tequila?

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Mezcal tends to be more expensive than tequila because of the old school, labor-intensive production methods, as well as the scarcity of a lot of the wild agave plants used to make the spirit. Mezcal is produced in small batches by more artisanal distilleries and lacks the export cost advantages tequila enjoys from being able to be produced in larger quantities.

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Regulations

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Denomination of Origin

Tequila is carefully protected by a Denomination of Origin (DO) which allows for the production of tequila in selected Mexican states: Jalisco, Michoacan, Tamaulipas, Nayarit, and Guanajuato.

Mezcal is also protected by a DO and can only be produced in the following states:  Oaxaca, San Luis Potosi, Michoacan, Guerrero, Durango, Tamaulipas, Puebla, Zacatecas, and Guanajuato.

In tequila production you can use only one particular species of agave, however, for mezcal, you can use any type. This gives a Mezcal producer a larger range of flavors to choose from in crafting their spirit.

Mezcal bottling must also occur at the palenque (distillery) at which it is made to ensure the quality of each bottle.

Official Standards (Tequila)

As a prized export product and Mexican cultural icon, there are many regulations in place that ensure the quality of taste and production for tequila. The Norma Oficial Mexicana (NOM) specifies the official standards that must be kept for any product to be named tequila, which is then certified by the Consejo Regulador del Tequila (CRT).

To be classed as tequila there has to be a minimum of 51% blue weber agave in the bottle, and alcohol by volume (ABV) must be between 35% and 55%.

Always try to look for 100% agave tequila expressions – you’ll find that statement on the bottle. These are premium tequilas that are exclusively bottled in Mexico and strictly monitored by the CRT.

For other tequilas, known as mixto tequila, the other 49% can be additives such as sugars. They might be sold in bulk to then be packaged outside of Mexico. You’ll find cheap supermarket brands and pre-mixes are made with mixto tequila.

Official Standards (Mezcal)

The first regulations for mezcal were introduced in 1994 in article NOM-070-SCFI-1994 (Spanish document). Like tequila, guidelines regulating production have been put in place to protect mezcal’s unique place in Mexican culture, and the methods of its production.

Mezcal can only be made from 100% agave with no additives or other products and must be bottled between 36% and 55% ABV.

Tequila Production

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The production of tequila is divided into seven steps:

  • Harvesting
  • Cooking
  • Extraction
  • Fermentation
  • Distillation
  • Aging
  • Bottling

Each step of the process is closely regulated by the CRT to ensure general tequila standards are met and followed to guarantee maximum quality. Each tequila distillery has its own source of agave, proprietary processes, quality control, and distillation/storage techniques that will affect the tequila’s taste.

Mezcal Production

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Mezcal production, in general, is an old-school endeavor, regulated into three production categories: Mezcal (most modern), Artisanal Mezcal (mix), and Ancestral Mezcal (most traditional).

The traditional way of baking an agave for every method is in a conical earthen pit called a Horno de Tierra. Mezcal regulations also allow for brick ovens (Artisanal, Mezcal) and autoclaves (Mezcal).

The next phase is extraction, usually done with a large milling stone called a Tahona wheel that is pulled by a horse or donkey. Other appropriate methods include Chilean or Egyptian mills, simple mallets (ancestral), trapiches (artisanal, mezcal), or shredders (mezcal).

When producing ancestral and artisanal mezcal, containers of wood, clay or masonry tanks, animal skins, hollows in stone, earth, or tree trunks, must use maguey fibers in the fermentation process. The more advanced mezcal process can use stainless steel tanks during fermentation.

The final part of mezcal production before bottling is distillation, which breaks down as follows:

  • Direct fire on clay pots and coils made from clay or wood. The process must include maguey fibers (Ancestral, Artisanal, Mezcal)
  • Direct fire on copper stills or clay pots and coils made of clay, wood, copper, or stainless steel. The process may include maguey fibers (artisanal, mezcal)
  • Stills made of copper or steel (mezcal) mal skins, hollows in stone, earth, or tree trunks. The process may use maguey fibers (Artisanal, Mezcal)

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The Different Varieties of Tequila

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How you plan on drinking tequila will help determine the type of spirit you wish to purchase. There are three main types of tequila; Blanco, Reposado, and Anejo.

You’ll also find Joven (in between Blanco and reposado), cristallino (color removed), mixto tequila (the stuff you use for frozen drinks), and extra Añejo tequila (matured longer) available as well.

Blanco or silver tequila is unaged tequila that tastes more of the agave plant and citrus than longer maturing tequila versions. It’s the go-to for cheap drinks and the lead-in product for most tequila producers.

Reposado (rested) and Anejo (aged tequila) offerings are darker in color, aged in barrels, and gain a heavy but smoother flavor from the distillation process. They are recommended for neat sipping for experienced mixologists looking to craft a specific taste.

The Different Varieties of Mezcal Agave

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While mezcal applies some of the tequila terminology above (especially agave espadin mezcals), the different kinds of agave species used, in combination with production methods are often the most useful way of differentiating between expressions.

Agave Espadin is the most common – utilized in around 90% of production – and the one closest to blue weber agave genetically. You’ll find a lot of similarities between tequila and espadin mezcals from an initial flavor and versatility perspective.

Tobala is a rare variety of agave that is wild harvested. It relies on birds and bats to spread its seeds through pollination, which makes it one of the most highly-priced mezcals

Tepeztate is another rare variety harvested wild and can take up to 30 years to reach maturity. They can be recognized by bright yellow blooms at the top of their tall stem or Quijote. They are known for being the most intense of agave flavors.

There are other agave varietals, such as arroqueno, cureata, and salmiana, all with their own personalities that can be used in crafting different tasting mezcals. You may also find ‘ensamble’ mezcals, which are a collection of different agave varieties distilled into an expression.

Conclusion

While closely related, mezcal and tequila have distinctly different identities and personalities based on how they are made, and with which type of agave. Pricing-wise, basic tequilas are cheaper, while old-school mezcal is more expensive due to the cost of harvesting and distillation.

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Jono Elderton

Writer

Jono writes about booze and tattoos for Next Luxury, having spent nearly two decades experiencing both in a variety of situations around the globe.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) from the University of Canberra and a Graduate Diploma of Professional Writing from Deakin University.

Jono writes about booze and tattoos for Next Luxury, having spent nearly two decades experiencing both in a variety of situations around the globe.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) from the University of Canberra and a Graduate Diploma of Professional Writing from Deakin University.

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