Tactical flight precision: Huckberry x Marathon 41mm CeraShell Arctic Navigator Watch. September 29, 2026 Originally co-developed with Kelly Air Force Base in 1986, the Marathon Pilot's Navigator is one of the most recognisable military-issue timepieces in horological history. Built with its signature asymmetrical case designed to prevent the crown from snagging on parachute rigging, gear webbing, or cockpit controls, it remains a battle-tested classic. To celebrate this aviation legacy, lifestyle outfitter Huckberry joined forces with the Swiss-Canadian brand to launch the Huckberry x Marathon 41mm CeraShell Arctic Navigator Watch. Priced at $600 (~£450), this exclusive collaboration updates an authentic military icon with cutting-edge materials and a crisp, cold-weather aesthetic. CeraShell architecture & Arctic dial aesthetics. The star of this release is the 41mm CeraShell(R) case - a proprietary, high-impact composite forged from a blend of bio-sourced plastic and ceramic powder. Shock-resistant and ultra-lightweight, the 11.5mm thick chassis maintains the classic anti-snag asymmetrical geometry while offering superior daily durability. For the first time on a CeraShell Navigator model, the watch features a high-contrast Arctic white dial outfitted with dual 1-12 and 13-24 military scales. The pristine dial is punctuated by a high-visibility custom orange seconds hand and a Huckberry-logo-engraved crown, while tritium gas tubes affixed to the hour markers, hands, and bezel pip provide a self-powered, continuous glow in pitch-black conditions without needing an external light charge. HeavyDrive Quartz engine & HANK strap innovation. Protected behind a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and offering 60 metres of water resistance, the watch is powered by an ETA F06.115 HeavyDrive Quartz movement. Engineered specifically to withstand severe mechanical shocks and heavy G-forces, it delivers uncompromising military-grade precision for aviation and field ops. "By pairing an ultra-light CeraShell composite case with a crisp Arctic dial and pontoon-grade Kevlar straps, Huckberry and Marathon elevate a legendary pilot watch into a modern EDC marvel." Huckberry includes two interchangeable military-grade straps with each timepiece. Alongside a classic green nylon canvas DEFSTAN strap, the watch debuts Marathon's new High-Abrasion Neoprene Kevlar (HANK) strap in coyote brown. Derived from heavy-duty materials originally developed for naval pontoons and military body armour, the HANK strap is moisture-wicking, fire-resistant, anti-microbial, and exceptionally resistant to cuts and abrasion. Combining flight-tested heritage, innovative composite metallurgy, and unmatched legibility, the Huckberry x Marathon 41mm CeraShell Arctic Navigator Watch ($600) is an essential upgrade for tool watch enthusiasts and gear purists alike. All images: Leo is the owner of The Coolector and writes about the stuff he loves. And some stuff that he merely likes. Bavarian masterpiece: 1957 BMW 507 roadster series II. Eco-Hydration masterclass: ocean bottle peak GO. September 29, 2026 Seager bison collection: wilderness ready apparel. 10 must have pieces from the new A/W 26 collection from finisterre. Built for the open road: nadir vespera GMT watch.

Todd Spaletto joins Huckberry as Board Member and SVP strategy. September 8, 2026 Austin-based independent men's retailer and lifestyle brand Huckberry has appointed former TNF president Todd Spaletto to its Board of Directors. He will also take on an active advisory role as SVP of strategy. Spaletto has reportedly been working with Huckberry's Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to help shape the company's three-year strategic roadmap and annual operating plan. In his dual capacity as Board Member and SVP of strategy, he will be embedded alongside the ELT - splitting his time between Huckberry's Austin HQ and remotely - to bring operational scale to the company's go-to-market engine while driving growth across brand, product, and channel expansion. "Huckberry has built something genuinely unique in retail - a brand rooted in quality gear, authentic storytelling, and real community," said Spaletto. "Having worked closely with the team on their strategic planning over the last few months, I've seen firsthand the momentum and potential here. I'm excited to work with the team to build on that and help guide the operational scale needed to capture the massive opportunity ahead." Most recently, Spaletto served as president of Public Lands and SVP at Dick's Sporting Goods. He previously served as global president of The North Face. "Todd's track record of scaling iconic outdoor and retail brands speaks for itself, but just as importantly, he understands what has made Huckberry special. He brings the exact mix of operational rigor, brand-building wisdom, and grounded perspective we need as we navigate our next chapter of growth." said Richard Greiner and Andy Forch, Huckberry Founders and Co-CEOs. Spaletto's appointment is said to come as Huckberry continues to expand its footprint from its DTC foundation to an omni-channel strategy across its own stores and network of nation-wide premium wholesale partners. Images courtesy Huckberry