A century after his great-grandfather established Vertex Watches, Don Cochrane breathed new life into an old name. He spoke to SLMan about Vertex’s remarkable history, its handsome new launch and exactly why military watches have such an enduring appeal…

Whatever the water you’ll be dipping in and out of this summer, leave the valuables at home and replace them with something more hardwearing. These silicone style watches can handle sand and sea – pair with a bracelet for great holiday style.

Jenson Button might have moved to LA, but he’s just teamed up with Duke + Dexter on an all-British shoe collaboration. Speaking exclusively to SLMan, the ex-Formula 1 champion reflects on the world’s most dangerous motor race, Rolex Daytonas and Canadian tuxedos…

From monitoring your heart rate to counting the calories you burn, fitness trackers have become so much more than glorified pedometers. By gamifying your exercise or just showing you the results of your efforts, they can inspire you to go faster, higher and stronger. Whether you’re heading out for a run or staying in for a HIIT workout, this is SLMan’s pick of the wearables that will support you every step of the way…

Investing in a proper watch is a rite of passage for many men. But it comes at a cost so you want to be sure you’re buying a watch that will last you a lifetime. What should you spend? What brands stand the test of time? And what else should you be looking out for? We asked Beth Hannaway, head of fine watches and jewellery at Harrods, and Matthew Cule, collector and founder of CuleM Watches, about the best entry-level manufacturers and what your money should get you.

We’re not knocking the appeal of a flashy new Rolex but from the history to the price tag, there is something special about buying a vintage watch. And it’s a purchasing decision you want to get right. That’s why SLMan asked Patrick Graf of Bucherer, Daniel Somlo of Somlo London and Ray Nichol from Steven Hale for everything you need to know about buying vintage and how to find ‘the one’.