As people of the Internet, we spend a lot of time on Facebook, Twitter, Vine, Instagram, Netflix, Fancy, Tumblr and every other digital time suck out there. Because of that, we have a serious appreciation for people that do things the old-fashioned way—with their hands. Logan Pearce is one of those guys. He offers ... continue reading
All the people that designed the tools you have stashed in your toolbox, probably cared very little for the aesthetic beauty of their products. They're tools. They serve a purpose and get covered in grease. Why would you doll them all up? The Rhino Multitool is a bit of a different card. Inspired by the body of a rhinoceros, ... continue reading
It might be a rare occasion, but if you have ever dropped your pocket knife in a pond while out camping, you know the annoyance involved in retrieving that sucker. The Cork Knife eliminates any fear of cutting rope on the side of a lake or whittling wood over a creek while you're on your next trip. The cork handle ... continue reading
If your commute involves hopping on a bike and dodging cabbies, you know you'll need a few accessories for your ride. Perhaps none is more important than some sort of multitool or bike tool set (helmet would be a good bet too). Our new favorite solution to our bike fixing needs are Fix It Sticks. Besides being lightweight ... continue reading
With the jangling of keys on your enormous keychain, you'd probably make the world's worst ninja. Chances are your coworkers can hear you approaching the building after you get out of your car. Besides the noise, the modern keychain is bulky, cumbersome, and in serious need of improvement. The KeyFlip is a smart little ... continue reading
Properly finishing a DIY project that involves wood is always a giant pain in the ass for one reason—sanding. It makes a giant mess that inevitably results in us getting yelled at. It's hard to get into tight or awkward spots on the project and that always leads to screwing up the other surfaces by trying to get ... continue reading
Carabiners are defined as "a metal loop with a sprung gate used to quickly and reversibly connect components in safety-critical systems." Well, that's what they were defined as before they became some of the most popular keychains on the market. Yes, they were appropriated by hipsters to hang their keys from their ... continue reading
Our desks look like someone took the contents of a junk drawer and just decided to dump it everywhere. With Modo, organizing all those loose papers, random gadgets, and little knickknacks has never been more enjoyable. The Chinese checkers-esque board allows you to fully customize Modo's setup for the things you ... continue reading
You're probably already half way through the checkout process to buy this pen based on the pictures and the fact the brand is named Hardcore Hardware Australia. If you're not, the TWI in the name stands for tactical writing instrument, and this is a "pen" that really doesn't mess around. The dome shaped crown of the ... continue reading
If this power screw driver from Worx is any indication, tools can be cool, too. We could fault Worx for making this thing with a non-removable 4V battery and only one speed, but we're not going to because it works kind of like a gun. Pull the slide on top of the driver and it rotates a bit in the chamber and shoots ... continue reading
At some point in your life you've no doubt struggled with finding the right key for your front door. The problem is, every key on your keychain looks similar and they're all super boring. These keys fix both those problems. Whether you're the kind of guy who enjoys a toke occasionally or you have a penchant for firearms, ... continue reading
There's a beautiful moment in every relationship where you finally give that special lady a key to your place. It signifies a big step in your blossoming love for each other, and if it happens to be this key, it will also result in a swift kick to your nether region. The Best Wishes Key is probably good just for you. ... continue reading
Don't believe what you've heard, pens are not mightier than swords. Sure words can hurt, but have you ever had an arm chopped off by a Bic? Swords freakin' hurt. The Schrade Tactical Pen might be an exception however. Made from CNC machined 6061 aircraft aluminum, the Schrade Tactical Pen provides you with a self-defense ... continue reading
If you're the kind of guy who polishes his tools after using them and has a neatly designed work space in his garage, this is your new tiny toolkit. The Fold Away Harp Toolkit from Restoration Hardware is a sharp and useful pocket set of tools based on the 19th-century British harp kit design. Included in the stainless ... continue reading
As much as we sometimes try to convince ourselves otherwise, we're not all designers. We know what pixels are, and we like to think that we have the "eye" to make things look good. But there are plenty of people that are way better at layouts, image manipulation and design. [We know this for a fact because we hired ... continue reading
Until we get Go Go Gadget Legs, we're going to be stuck with doing some home improvement work atop a ladder. Perched up on one presents a slew of problems and annoyances. Besides keeping your balance and attempting to carry a screwdriver between your teeth, you're going to have to go up and down to plug in your power ... continue reading
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