Watches, Stories, and Gear: PAM Style Straps, Alien Popcorn Buckets, and a Classic Porsche Auction

2024-08-10 // LuxePodium
Check out the latest in watches, stories, and gear including PAM style straps, a guide to alien popcorn buckets, and a classic Porsche hitting the auction block.

Things have changed since I last reviewed a watch by Furlan Marri back in March 2021. This French independent brand founded in 2016 offers a variety of vintage-inspired watches assembled in France.

Artem's PAM Style Straps are a great choice for Panerai owners and enthusiasts of 24 mm lug width watches. These straps combine a synthetic, embossed surface with a leather and natural rubber underside. They retain the iconic Panerai strap silhouette and provide a rugged look suitable for water activities. The straps come in 5 colors with customization options for stitching and buckles.

If you're a fan of the Alien movie series, you'll be excited to know that a new popcorn bucket inspired by the "Facehugger" alien is now available at select theaters. This unique concession gimmick adds an extra level of fun to your movie-watching experience.

Nike has a ton of Team USA apparel and gear available for purchase, including a new bag made from recycled materials. This innovative bag is designed with accessibility in mind and features multiple carry modes and a unique peel-top opening with a magnetic closure. It even comes with specially designed wheelchair straps.

The late Joe Engle, an important figure in NASA's early days, is honored in a new film that showcases his many accomplishments. Engle was the first to pilot an X-15 rocket powered aircraft to the edge of space and collected invaluable data on hypersonic flight.

The upcoming film, "Live from New York," offers a glimpse into the early days of "Saturday Night Live." This behind-the-scenes look at the popular sketch show is sure to be of interest to fans.

A gold Porsche 928 used in the 1983 film "Risky Business," starring Tom Cruise, is up for auction. This iconic movie car has received a full overhaul and is ready to hit the road again.