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We’ve all seen pinhole cameras, but this one is pretty extraordinary. It is called Heartbeat and it was custom-made by Korean designer and photographer Kwanghun Hyun. What sets it apart from other pinhole cameras is that it uses a watch movement for its timing mechanism.

The Heartbeat is a fully-functional camera, and uses a watch mechanism to help control exposure time. Hyun took apart the existing watch movement and reassembled it with his own movement plate and bridges. The end result looks really amazing, with the watch contained within a sealed compartment on the top of the camera.

It is a beautiful camera and all the more beautiful that it is fully functional along with its looks.

[via Worn & Wound via DamnGeeky]

There’s something quite awesome about analog watches with big, bold features. It’s not easy to find distinctive watches. After a while, they tend to resemble each other. That’s why I like these watches from Tendence, which look pretty swanky as well as contemporary, so they won’t look out of place in the office or when you’re going out.

Tendence Watches are made in Switzerland and each of them has a large circular case, as big as 50mm in some cases. The dial has some dramatic, raised numbers, making the watch somewhat playful and easy to read but with a glance. Some models have silicon bands, while other have steel, polycarbonate or titanium.

The watches range from about $200 to $1,000, so there’s something for everyone.

[via TheCoolist]

The Dark Side of the Moon was one incredible Pink Floyd album, but you don’t have to worry that the similarly-named Omega Speedmaster watch looks like its prismatic album cover. Instead, it’s just fittingly dark and moody.

The Omega Speedster Dark Side of the Moon Watch is supposed to celebrate the lack of light thanks to its all-black design. It has a black ceramic 44.25mm case, chronograph pushers, a black zirconium oxide ceramic dial, and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. The indexes are tipped in white gold, and the chronograph hand is red-tipped and plated in rhodium. It’s strapped on thanks to a Cordura strap with a ceramic buckle.

It will be available soon for a yet undisclosed amount of money. It’s definitely a swanky-looking watch that would look well on many wrists. It’s got that Special-Forces kind of vibe going.

[via Uncrate]

If you know me, you know I like cool watches. In fact, I have way too many of them, since I keep seeing ones I like. And while this wouldn’t be the first time that I’ve seen a watch which can’t decide whether it wants to be analog or digital, it’s clear which side has won out this time.

The Digital Destruction Watch looks like a traditional analog watch on its face, but it’s been busted wide open to reveal a digital display underneath. You’ll also notice a couple of busted hands circling around its perimeter, ensuring that its analog side will never work again. The display is set into a black stainless steel case, with a leather wristband.

Keep in mind that the LCD tells time in 24-hour military format, and it’s not clear if it can do 12-hour format. But if you’re ready to say goodbye to analog and hello to digital, you can get the Digital Destruction Watch over at Gadgets & Gear for $140(USD).

Need to know what time it is in one of the major cities of the world? Just check the Time Traveller watch and you’ll find your answer. With this unique timepiece, you won’t need to reset your watch’s time or consult an app on your phone in order to know what time it currently is because the answer will be staring at you at all times.

You won’t find the usual hour, minute, or second hands on the Time Traveller watch. Instead, you’ll see decorated one giant meta-hand in the form and shape of renowned landmarks moving around the face. They’re not just there for show, because they actually indicate what time it is in various major cities using the landmark that certain city is known for.

For example, New York City’s time is displayed by the Statue of Liberty, while the Eiffel Tower indicates what time it currently is in France. It might take a little time to memorize all of them, but it’s still a really clever idea.

The Time Traveller watch is available in a limited edition of just 100 pieces from Mister Jones Watches, and sells for £145 (~$200 USD). There aren’t many left, so if you want one, you’d better move quick.

[via Laughing Squid]