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  It’s been a full week since I’ve been in the driver’s seat of my van.  I’ve also been two timezones away in the Adirondacks.  I’ve also been sleeping in real beds for the last 7 nights.  I can’t say that I miss the van bed, but I can say that I’m ready to get back in the driver’s seat and hea…

  I’ll be continuing this week’s blog in Idaho.  When I left off last, we had just left the blazing hot temperatures of Riggins, which were remedied by a 6,000 foot climb on a minimally-maintained, thoroughly washboarded road to Heaven’s Gate.  It seemed like the whole state of Idaho was on fir…

Returning to #vanlife after a quick stint in Los Angeles was a welcome shift back to the lifestyle I’ve grown more used to.  While I can’t say that I’m surprised, it was nice to see that I really don’t feel like I’m missing out on “city life.”  I definitely miss the friends who became family over my…

A little over three months after leaving Los Angeles and striking out on what we consider to be the adventure of a lifetime, we’ve returned to the city.  No, the epic #vanlife adventure isn’t over, but we’ve made our way back to the bustle of the big city for a few days.  Leaving the quiet of the Na…

Jerry Kamhi is the CEO of Haberdash, a men's clothing store in Chicago, IL. Haberdash clothing gives a modern take on classic menswear. Crown & Caliber spoke with Kamhi, who told us about his interest in watches and about the most influential people in his life. Tell us about why you have a watc…

 The wildfire continues to burn in Glacier National Park, and the hot, dry, and windy weather continues to work against the fire crews fighting the blaze.  Although we didn’t get to spend a lot of time in the park before its most famous feature, the Going to the Sun Road, was closed from the Bi…

David Hamilton is the co-owner of Houston-based Hamilton Shirt Co. Hamilton Shirt Co. is one of the oldest custom shirt purveyors in the United States founded in 1883. At Hamilton Shirt Co., customers are given suggestions based on their style, needs, and appearance, giving the shopper a very person…

Although we wanted to spend more time in Seattle, we had to make a quick haul east to Montana for a project that my production company was shooting outside of Glacier National Park. We loved Seattle — everyone was incredibly nice, the food and drink was excellent, and the city was beautiful. But, th…

Social networks have changed the way relationships develop. Take Instagram for instance, where pictures and captions spark chemistry between otherwise total strangers. A simple follow, like, or comment are the ways people get acquainted with one another nowadays. People with shared interests build o…

If you’re reading this blog, I think it’s safe to say that you’ve spent your fair share of time on airplanes for pleasure and for work.  These days, airline travel doesn’t hold nearly the same appeal and status as it did in the 1950’s when people actually tried to look nice and treated the experienc…

My name is Ryan, and I might be the luckiest guy in the world.   Presumptuous, yes, but wait, there’s more.  I live and work in a van.  By choice.  I left Los Angeles, CA on May 1, 2015 and haven’t looked back since, except to check my blind spot when I change lanes.  My girlfriend, Stephani, and I…

The Rolex Daytona If there is a watch that defines Rolex as a brand, it would be the Rolex Daytona. Or, to call it by its full and proper name, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona. In the 1930’s, when Rolex was making itself known for producing versatile and durable sports watches. This is…

Rolex is a brand that’s collected a lot of “first” distinctions over the years with its innovative watch models. One of these watches, originally designed in 1954 for Pan Am pilots flying on international trips, the Rolex GMT Master was the first watch able to set the time for two different time zon…

For most modern-day watch wearers, a moon phase watch is probably not the most necessary of complications, but it’s certainly one of the coolest-looking. Rather than the hands-and-numbers standard seen in most timepieces, moon phase watches tend to have a more creative and artistic interpretation of…

To own a Rolex watch is to own a status symbol. Associated with luxury and prestige, the Rolex watch’s high quality, tried-and-true design means that it holds its value well over time and makes an ideal investment piece. For example, the timeless design and reasonable pricing of the Rolex Submariner…

When discussing the various movement systems out there in the watch manufacturing world, there is overwhelming agreement that the Rolex watch movement is one of the best in terms of accuracy, reliability, and durability. This would explain why the company hasn’t changed the way they make their watch…

Jeff Stein is the nation’s foremost Heuer expert, founder of On The Dash, and a good friend of Crown & Caliber's. Jeff recently stopped by the Crown & Caliber offices for a bit of show and tell with some of his favorite watches, his collection of Abercrombie & Fitch watches. We also had…

Crown & Caliber had the pleasure of interviewing Jason Heaton, watch enthusiast/adventure seeker. Heaton has traveled all over the world writing about his adventures and giving reviews on outdoor gear, specifically watches. From diving in New Zealand to hiking up Mt. Rainier to attending the Win…

Crown and Caliber is currently consigning a Speake Marin Serpent Calendar. The Speake Marin Serpent Calendar is one of the most recognizable Speake Marin models with its Piccadilly case, blued steel hands, and serpentine hand that indicates the day. The white enamel dial features black Roman numeral…