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There are some products that are so ingenious and deceptively simple that you inevitably end up having a "why didn't I think of that?" moment. The Spokebug is one of those products. Zip tie the [...]

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Using a classic Zippo lighter will always be a sophisticated and stylish choice. With anything so iconic, however, there is little in the way of personality when you opt to join the clan of users. [...]

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Whether you’re planning a weekend camping trip, a day at a water park, or months on the high seas, the Brass Stow-Away Capsule will come in handy. Made of hand turned brass and featuring a [...]

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Incorporating some skulls into your décor and wardrobe can be risky. Done right, it adds a hint of danger, manliness and a “Don’t F with me” attitude to your life. Overdone, however, and suddenly you’re [...]

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Key chains are boring. There, we said it. Somewhere along the way, key chains became more than just chains. They became gigantic, round split rings attached to faux mountain climbing apparatus, and we don’t like [...]

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Have you ever looked at a Brooks saddle seat for your bike and thought to yourself "I like it, but what if some random guy down the street buys the same seat?" No? Just us? [...]

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If you have something very important to tell someone in your house or office, it’s best to get to the point. Keep it short and sweet then hang it on the fridge or whiteboard with [...]

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Storing your keys in the front pocket of your Diesel's is about as pleasant as keeping a small porcupine in there. If you opt to toss them in your work bag instead to avoid the occasional [...]

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If the way to man's heart is truly through his stomach, you should send libations along with the food. It doesn't matter if he's into vino or beer, this antique key will help unlock something [...]

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Loading up a wallet with all your credit cards, business cards and cash is a perfect way to tear small holes in the pockets of all your jeans. Sometimes it's unavoidable (like when you are attempting [...]

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Good bartenders swear by proper measurements. We’re normally content just mixing drinks by feel, but that’s probably why they never taste as good as the drinks we order in the pseudo-speakeasy we frequent. This Jigger [...]

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The last time we had anything that stored pencils in it, it was a tin case emblazoned with Batman, and not the black clad Dark Knight, no, we're talking blue and gray garb. So it's been [...]

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There are two accessories every guy needs: a pocket knife and a pair of cufflinks. So naturally combining those two items is a smart move. Knife Cufflinks are like classy concealed weapons that you can [...]

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We’ve never been the type of people to prevent someone from starting their happy hour a few hours early, but we’re not the type of people signing your paycheck either. If you need a piece [...]

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If the best things in life come in small packages, you're going to be hard pressed to find anything that tops these vintage-style lighter cufflinks. Using a design popular decades ago (think Zippo except the [...]

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