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Build the Perfect Bonfire with the Best Gear for the Great Outdoors
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Build the Perfect Bonfire with the Best Gear for the Great Outdoors
By Beau Hayhoe
This Los Angeles-Based Microbrand Makes the Best Tool Watch Under $1,000 This Los Angeles-Based Microbrand Makes the Best Tool Watch Under $1,000
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This Los Angeles-Based Microbrand Makes the Best Tool Watch Under $1,000

The $800 Nodus Sector Deep Damascus combines 500-meter dive credentials with a one-of-a-kind Damascus steel bezel.

By Amos Kwon
It’s Time to Upgrade Your Gas Station Lighter It’s Time to Upgrade Your Gas Station Lighter
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It’s Time to Upgrade Your Gas Station Lighter

These 5 lighters turn a disposable necessity into a piece of EDC you’ll actually want to carry.

By Beau Hayhoe
The Cool Shop The Cool Shop
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The Cool Shop

What I'm buying, wearing, and using, this week.

By Lanny Fuller
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Crovel Extreme II Multifunction Shovel Perfect for Apocalypse

The Crovel Extreme II fulfills a lot of complimentary needs. It's a crowbar. It's a foldable army-style shovel. It also works as a hammer, woodworking chisel, saw and bottle opener. Then there's the "Reversible Super Spike" attachment for the end that's good for breaking ice, splitting wood, breaching walls and…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Mover & Shaker Pens Built For Writing on the Go

The one issue with 90% of the pen projects posted on Kickstarter is they are so elaborate that they really only make sense for using at your desk. Let's be honest, if your jotting notes on the go, a pen with a threaded cap or an aluminum holster isn't going…

By Mike Newman
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A Ruler Suited For Any Color Surface

Unless you're doing work in a shop, you probably haven't needed to buy a ruler in quite some time. And while you might not really be in the market, we can safely say that this is the ruler you should buy if you need one. Since the markings fade from…

By Mike Newman
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iFingerLock High Security Padlock

Ha! Now if they want to steal those gold bars you keep locked up in that cabinet, they're going to have to chop off your finger first! . . . Wait, that doesn't sound so hot. But really, this little added protection provided by the iFingerLock will keep you safe…

By Mike Newman
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Minimal Titanium Tools

Yes, these are multi-tools. No there are no hidden wrenches or protracting rulers tucked away that you can't see. They are simple, beautiful, and damn near indestructible everyday tools without all the bells and whistles you might expect. The Solid line from Portland-based, Industry, are stripped down to the most…

By Mike Newman
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