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The Best Products of the Week: Porsche x La Marzocco Espresso Machine, Tushy’s New Bidet, and More
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The Best Products of the Week: Porsche x La Marzocco Espresso Machine, Tushy’s New Bidet, and More
By John A. Paradiso
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The Best Products of the Week: WhistlePig The Boss Hog XI, Sonos Arc Ultra, and More

Including a modern rendition of the Nintendo 64.

By John A. Paradiso
The Best Products of the Week: Huckberry x Danner Boots, 40-Year-Old Suntory Whiskey, and More
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The Best Products of the Week: Huckberry x Danner Boots, 40-Year-Old Suntory Whiskey, and More

Including beer-washed jeans from Wrangler.

By John A. Paradiso
The Best Products of the Week: Limited-Edition Leatherman Knife, Sony Wireless Speaker, and More
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The Best Products of the Week: Limited-Edition Leatherman Knife, Sony Wireless Speaker, and More

Including a colorful, affordable EDC knife from The James Brand.

By John A. Paradiso
Fashion
STEAL: Extra 25% Off Clearance (Up to 75% Off) at Nordstrom Rack

When it comes to stylish purchases on a budget, you can't go wrong with Nordstrom Rack. While their deals are always good, they're not always what we would classify as steals... except for right now when they're offering an extra 25% off Clearance (up to 75% off total) on almost…

By Ben Dahl
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Audio
Ikea Releases a Portable Bluetooth Speaker That Doubles as a Lamp

Ikea has teamed up with Spotify to release a stylish and useful piece of gear. The VAPPEBY combines a Bluetooth speaker with a portable lantern. Perfect for camping trips, picnics, or backyard hangs, the VAPPEBY lets you keep the party going while shedding a bit of light. The speaker uses…

By John A. Paradiso
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Gear
Dad Grass Debuts Second Batch of Vintage Dad Pipes

There has been a distinct trend toward clean, minimalist, modern designs in the latest crop of cannabis accessories. We certainly appreciate the refined look. But, there's nothing like vintage smokeware. The ostentatious, weathered, elegant look of vintage ashtrays, pipes, and lighters always impresses us. And we're not alone. The internet's…

By John A. Paradiso
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Bellroy’s New Case Key Case Will Slim Down Your EDC–Stylishly

When it comes to high-quality leather EDC pieces, you won't find better than what Bellroy has to offer. Whether you're talking about sling bags, sneakers, minimalist wallets or anything else you can make out of leather or an otherwise durable fabric--like EDC key carries, for instance--the Bellroy option is all…

By Ben Dahl
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Gear
The Vessel Ash Is a Stylish Modern Ashtray and Storage Solution

Vessel has made a habit of producing thoughtful and stylish cannabis accessories for the modern smoker. Their latest piece of gear is a brutalist ashtray that's expertly designed and will look great in any home. Vessel developed Ash as a three-piece set that combines a concrete ashtray with a walnut…

By John A. Paradiso
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