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A durable, portable vaporizer that sets the industry standard for design and performance

While we don’t condone inhaling chemical-filled, cancer-inducing tobacco products, the pleasure of smoking is undeniable. Most of us can’t justify the price tag of a table-top vaporizer and other smokeless alternatives for roasting organic matter tend to be full of hot air. We were recently turned on to the the Launch Box, a portable miniature vaporizer from San Diego-based Magic-Flight and, having tested out a couple vapes over the last few weeks, found this handy device is a real standout.

With a design focused on performance, efficiency and user experience the box is handsome to look at and delightful to use. About the size of two nine-volt batteries, the compact device fits nicely in the hand and stows easily in your pocket or bag. The maple hardwood body gives it a warm, welcoming feel while the stainless steel, plexiglass and glass components keep it extremely sturdy—this is a great example of simplicity as the result of considerate design and thorough testing.

Each handcrafted Launch Box takes a week to produce. Unlike many portable vaporizers which use butane for heat, the Launch Box is driven by a high-energy AA battery. That battery powers a conduction system, a method generally considered less efficient than more common convection heating. However, by utilizing specialized design elements such as regulated vapor production, reduced vapor condensation and infra-red characteristics the team at Magic-Flight was able to produce a highly functional conduction vaporizer.

There is a slight learning curve with the Launch Box and we recommend reading the instructions thoroughly before using the product. The box comes as a kit and includes two rechargeable batteries with a charger, screen brush, glass tube for drawing the vapor and a lifetime functional warranty. As a small company Magic-Flight has a definite focus on customer service and community. Their site provides a wealth of useful information with helpful FAQs about design, use and care.

The Launch Box is available for $119 from the Magic-Flight online store.

City-inspired limited editions from America’s largest retailer of fine luxury watches

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Since its inception as a small family business more than 100 years ago, Tourneau has since established itself as the top purveyor of “the world’s finest selection of watches,” boasting a comprehensive range of luxury brands and styles from contemporary to classic, as well as the world’s largest selection of certified pre-owned watches. The venerable brand continues to forge into the future with the newest limited-edition timepieces of the Tourneau New York Collection.

At once modernistic and timeless, the TNY Collection embodies Tourneau’s expertise and knowledge in a clean contemporary design inspired by the company’s native NYC. The 24-piece collection includes three special editions, the Rush Hour, Bravest and Gotham. Each watch in the trio embodies the extraordinary characteristics of the beloved hub, from its endless hustle to the heroic firefighters who once saved it, to the dark energy of the city that never sleeps.

The all-black special editions each feature a large face with Superluminova luminescent hands and numerals in different colors—Rush Hour’s yellow hands nod to the constant stream of taxis, Bravest goes with fire-engine red and Gotham puts black on black to capture the city’s dynamic nights. They make a bold statement without seeming over the top, with an oversized dial and ultra-slim bezel to enhance the light aesthetic. Beneath their sleek surfaces, the watches rely on 100-percent Swiss-made mechanics with hand-wound movement and a 42-hour power reserve.

The dial on each piece is composed of two separate plates and finishes for the illusion of depth and volume and topped off with sapphire crystals and 24mm black rubber straps with DLC ardillion buckles. Despite the level of luxury, they’re built to withstand the rigor of everyday wear.

The TNY Collection is available exclusively through Tourneau with prices ranging from $1,250 up to $9,800. The special-edition Rush Hour, Bravest and Gotham retail for $2,950. For more information head to one of Tourneau’s 38 stores located across the U.S. or visit Tourneau online.