Used on cameras such as the rare Leica MD, the hammertone finish has been revisited for use on two new special editions of the M-A (above) and M11-P. Used on the top plate and base plate, the solid brass components are finished by specialists on the Leica Manufacture team in Wetzlar, Germany.

The company also applied cross knurling to the control elements and the body has been wrapped in a black leatherette vulcanite-style covering with white engravings.

If you’re not familiar, the M-A is the Leica for film purists with a completely mechanical design that uses manual controls for the aperture, ISO, and shutter speed. The M11-P brings the company’s latest developments such as Leica Content Credentials technology, 256GB of onboard storage, a scratch-resistant sapphire display, and a 60MP full-frame sensor.

The Leica M-A Hammertone and M11-P Hammertone are now available worldwide.

$8,000-$10,950, leicacamerausa.com

The Bianchetto technique, Maison Margiela’s signature finish, is being applied to a new collaboration with Rimowa. A seamless showcase of the each brand’s design codes, the exterior of both the Classic Cabin and Margiela’s own 5AC XL has been hand-painted in white and as you would imagine, the patina is going to be something to see when after a handful of uses.

The Classic Cabin also features a white lining with leather detailing with visible stitching and overlocked edges and of course, the suitcase’s aluminum logo has been finished with Margiela’s trademark white-thread stitches.

Margiela’s 5AC XL bag has been updated with Rimowa’s groove pattern, a three-dimensional detail created using a high-frequency technique. They even paid special attention to the placement of the grooves, which align with the suitcase when paired together.

The Rimowa x Maison Margiela collection will be available on November 19th.

$4,300-$4,900, rimowa.com, maisonmargiela.com

Haven is getting ready to release its new collaboration with Converse, a take on the Chuck 70 that updates the boutique staple with premium materials and construction. Applying Haven’s utility aesthetic to the shoe, the style features a reimagined upper that combines cashmere suede with hairy suede in a tonal hue.

Available in two colorways, the shoe has all the elements you love about the Chuck 70 such as the glossier and thicker off-white sidewalls, Ortholite foam insoles, and nickel eyelets. In this variation, Haven added zippered sides for easy wear so you don’t always have to lace up your Chucks.

The Haven/Converse Chuck 70 will be available on November 17th.

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By Bernard Antolin

Audi of America has confirmed that the U.S. market will be receiving a large portion of the limited run of 499 Nuvolari supercars. 182 vehicles are destined for the U.S., giving American customers a chance to own the most powerful and fastest production Audi ever produced.

In case you need to get caught up on the Nuvolari, the brutalist supercar is expected to land with a hybrid powertrain that is made up of a V8 biturbo with three electric axial flux motors. Combined, Audi expects the powertrain to produce up 987 hp, allowing for a 0-60 time of 2.54 seconds and a top speed of 217 mph.

Customers will be able to choose from over 50 gloss paint colors, 10+ matte paint colors, and fully customized Audi Exclusive paint and inteiror options are also available. For the interior, three primary Dinamica and 33 leather color selections are available as well as 12 different seat belt colors, and two switchgear colors. Thirteen different brake caliper colors are also available.

Order books are now open and deliveries are expected to begin in the first half of 2028.

From $700,000, audi.com

Panerai unveils two new Submersible Marina Militare timepieces, referencing early diving instruments that continue to inspire the brand’s designs to this day. The 42mm PAM01758 is the traveler of the two models with a P.900/GMT24H 3 Days Automatic calibre that is one of Panerai’s slimmest automatic movements, measuring in at just 5.2mm thick.

Finished in brushed steel, the case features a unidirectional rotating steel bezel with a matte black ceramic insert and this wraps around a matte black dial with beige Super-LumiNova grade X2 coatings and an outer 24-hour ring. The case is fitted to a leather ponte vecchio gold brown strap and an additional black rubber strap is also included.

The Submersible Marina Militare Destro features 44mm brushed steel case and as the name states, the crown is positioned on the left side of the case. That latter detail is a nod to archival models, which allowed the destro configuration to accommodate a compass or depth gauge without the crown getting in the way.

The watch also features a no-date matte black dial with beige Super-LumiNova markers and it’s powered by the P.980, an automatic movement with an Incabloc anti-shock device and a power reserve of three days. Like the GMT, this model is also paired with a leather ponte vecchio gold brown strap and a black rubber strap.

Both models are now available.

$12,700-$13,100, panerai.com

The Defender lineup is getting a major update in the color department with six new Atlas hues for the brutish SUV. Available across the full range of Defender models, the new colors include the Octa-exclusive Mara Red, Pantelleria Blue, Galway Green, and Buckingham Blue, Aira Green, and Jenolan Gold for the rest of the lineup.

The colors were developed using the brand’s new Universal Paint Line in Nitra, Slovakia, a facility that utilizes seven-axis overhead rail robots with spray nozzles that change automatically to deliver a more precise, consistent finish. Designed for durability, Defender says their finishes are their most robust yet, putting the Atlas finishes through tests that withstand four times the industry standard for grit blasting.

Atlas colors can also be paired with a black contrast roof and a white contrast roof option is also available. Gloss or Matte Protective films are available as an option for an added layer of protection, featuring scratch resistance and self-healing properties that use UV rays to repair any micro-scratches.

The new Atlas colors are now available.

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If there was one thing Polestar had trouble shaking, it was the ongoing styling similiarity comparisons to its cousins over at Volvo, but that all ends today with the Formula 2030 concept.

A striking preview of what the brand says will shape the designs of the Polestar 2 and Polestar 7, the concept is the first show car built under the supervision of Head of Design, Philipp Römers.

Low and aggressive, Formula 2030 is a compact four-door sports car with big haunches and an even bigger attitude. The wide front end features a refined take on the brand’s signature Dual Blade headlights and previews the face of the upcoming redesign of the Polestar 2.

A vertically-oriented windscreen wiper is a nod to motorsport, positioned on a visor-style windscreen that references the styling of the first-generation Polestar 2. The rear of the vehicle shows off the large haunches and introduces a new light signature, swapping the lightbar for Single Blade rear lights.

Inside, the driver-focused cabin features a 20″ HyperDIM, a curved Driver Information Monitor mounted directly to the steering column and is accompanied by a 12.2″ Center Screen Display. Sporty seats with Air Inflatable bolsters and cushions conform to each of the four passengers and a horizontal interior band with indirect lighting wraps around the driver and the entirety of the interior.

polestar.com

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Scion has re-emerged as a “Freedom Lab” that serves as a platform for exploring new ideas in the mobility space. Today, Scion by Toyota unveils its first official vehicle, the KEI-01, a compact utility truck. Yes, a kei truck is coming to the U.S., and it is powered by a 660cc three-cylinder engine and features a CVT, 4WD, and a right-hand drive configuration.

The selectable four-wheel-drive system features an auto mode and a push-button lock-up for when you’re on the trail and you have a three-way fold-down cargo bed, an extended cabin with a raised roofline that gives you seat recline, sliding seats, and interior storage.

You also have heat and air conditioning, a payload capacity of up to 600 lbs, and the KEI-01 is a low-speed vehicle so it will reach a maximum speed of 25 mph, making it an ideal vehicle option for outdoor and urban usage.

KEI-01 will initially be sold through Toyota’s fleet channels and retail sales are under consideration to follow soon after.

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If there’s been one thing missing from the Rimowa lineup, it’s definitely a passport case. The company has finally released one and you better believe it’s crafted out of aluminum. The Aluminum Passport Holder comes in silver or black and is sized to accommodate the standard passport dimensions as defined by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

Not simply just a sleeve, the case features those iconic grooved lines and hides a secure clamping system within to keep your passport locked down. A side opening ensures you can easily and smoothly retrieve your passport when needed and the aluminum construction helps shield from unwanted RFID and NFC transmissions.

The Aluminum Passport Holder is now available.

$285, rimowa.com

District Vision and New Balance have teamed up to rethink how you wear your performance frames with a new patent-pending design called the Magnetic Blade. As you can see, the Magnetic Blade has no frame or temples so not only are you cutting a significant amount of weight, you’re also eliminating issues like temple pressure.

The shield uses their Japanese-made 6B D+ lenses that have been cut and hand-polished in a silhouette that is specific for this use. The lens has a nose piece with integrated magnets that attach to another set of magnets embedded in kinesiology tape that secures the lens to your nose bridge.

An official release for the Magnetic Blade has not yet been announced but if you do want to check it out, it will be on display at the District Vision Winter Shop at 321 Canal St in New York City.

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Designed in 1969, Dorothee Becker’s colorful storage system is getting even more vibrant with a new selection of hues. The wall-mounted storage system is perfect for studios, kitchens, and bathrooms with its variety of containers to store all your small items as well as metal hooks and clips for anything that needs to be hung.

The Uten.Silo RE II is the smaller version of the Uten.Silo and last year, Vitra modified the production process to transition to recycled post-industrial ABS plastic. And this year, the new collection of colors have been expanded to include tangerine (top), golden olive, citron, lilac, petrol, and cashew.

The refreshed Uten.Silo RE II lineup is now available.

$485, vitra.com

Inspired by their Glacier model from 1974, the Peak continues the history of Vuarnet’s alpine heritage, swapping the usual rounder lens shape with a pilot-style silhouette. Made in Italy, the Peak features lightweight nylon and metal hybrid construction, marrying classic styling with the brand’s latest performance eyewear technologies.

Fabric side shields enhance peripheral protection, bringing added coverage against the wind, glare, and bright sunlight. And you can ditch the side shields when you’re not making your way up one of the seven summits. You also have a selection of their mineral glass lenses to choose from, including mountain/snow-specific options like the Skilynx, a sea-ready BlueLynx lens, and a glare-fighting blue polarized lens.

The Peak is now available.

$490-$560, vuarnet.com