Inspired by the classic military duffel bags referred to the servicemen of the day as "AWOL bags", the Duluth AWOL Bag ($200) is a modern take on the rugged weekender. It's made from oiled, full-grade cowhide, with a patina that only gets better the longer you have it — at least, according to Uncrate reader Brendan Ruane — and also... [More]
While we love some of the earlier cases announced for the iPod nano, we like to have some exclusivity in our cases. The nano Book Case from A.B. Sutton (starts at $70) offers us just that. With more than 40 available fabrics and 70 different silk interiors, you can pretty much assure yourself that your case will be one-of-a-kind —... [More]
Luxury cars have wood accents for a reason — when done correctly, wood really adds a sense of elegance to a product. The iWood Nano ($90; available Oct. 20) adds a nice touch of poshness to the already sexy iPod nano. Each one features unique wood, and the case can also be monogrammed on top.... [More]
Protect your iPhone while eradicating excess pocket bulk with the Working Class Heroes Multi Case for iPhone and iPod touch ($66). The case is handmade from gray 3mm wool felt, and features a back pocket made from soft brown leather, perfect for storing an ID and credit card, letting you leave your wallet at home. Elastic herringbone on the front... [More]
Most secret rooms need to be designed into your house way before it's built, but these Woodfold Bookcase Doors ($TBA) change all that. Ready to install on either 54 or 66-inch wide openings, the bookcases offer two fixed shelves at the middle and bottom, with four more adjustable shelves for personalization. In addition, the doors use a heavy-duty steel roller... [More]
Why carry around a separate bulky keychain when your key can be the chain? The Split Ring Key ($7/2-pack) is a blank that can be cut by any key cutter to fit KW1 or SC1 keyways, but featuring a ring at the top for connecting the rest of your keys, letting you get rid yourself of yet another unsightly pocket... [More]
We've never wanted a car so badly. The just-unveiled Tesla Model S ($50,000 after tax breaks) is literally the reinvention of the automobile. This electric sedan will offer a 300-mile range and 45-minute QuickCharge capability, all while sporting some of the most beautiful styling you'll find. With seating for five adults and two children, the Model S has it all.... [More]
Not all of us want to have the typical black laptop bag. In fact, none of us want that. What we currently want is the Maloo Laptop Case ($75). Made of 100% wool felt, the case unfolds to reveal extra flaps on the right and left that work perfectly as mouse pads. Opening and closing the case is simple thanks... [More]
We recently got our hands on the Qara Medico Bag ($650) and were stunned by its overall design. Styled after the classic doctor's bag, the Medico is hand-made by artisans in Argentina from the highest quality leather available — and it shows. Compared to similar bags from the big names in luxury leather goods, the Medico bag tops pretty much... [More]
In need of a new home for your laptop? The Working Class Heroes Felt Laptop Sleeve ($49) is a good option, made from soft, water-repellent 3mm grey German felt, and finished with two snaps for closure and Austrian leather accents. Its slim profile also makes the sleeve a great option for protecting your notebook inside a traditional messenger bag. For... [More]
Just because your bag can power your army of gadgets doesn't mean it has to look like something from outer space. The Noon Solar Logan Bag ($412) has a solar panel on the inside and an excellent leather and hemp frontside, so you're not always forced to show off your geekiness. Along with three interior zippered pockets and a box... [More]
We've come to the conclusion that there are very few times in a man's life when he should ever carry a tote. The Filson Tin Cloth Tote ($98) covers both of those times — fishing and fathering. Designed to haul fishing/hunting gear, the durable bag works perfectly as a baby bag, holding bottles and diapers in a manly way that... [More]
Inspired by the bags pilots use to carry their helmets and accessories, this Helmet Bag ($38) works just as well for your everyday junk. Made from tough nylon, the bag features two front snap pockets, a zippered main compartment, and a removable, adjustable shoulder strap. Iceman would approve.... [More]
Messenger bags aren't the only way to transport your laptop safely. The Rainer Spehl Wooden Laptop Case ($TBA) protects your MacBook or MacBook Pro in a stylish, classy leather-padded wooden enclosure that's just slightly larger than the laptop itself. A magnetic closure keeps your device secure inside, and a length-wise opening makes for easy removal. Think of it as the... [More]
Originally created to be the ultimate bag for the the LAPD and the U.S. military, the 5th generation Tactical Bail Out Gear Bag ($20) is a do-it-all bag that's both rugged and attractive (and cheap). At home on the battlefield and in the office, the Bail Out has YKK brand zippers, Velcro closures, a removable padded shoulder strap, and polyester... [More]
Whether you prefer to carry it as a handle bag or backpack, the Fjällräven Kanken Rucksack ($100) has you (and your stuff) covered. Made by legendary Nordic outfit Fjällräven, the Kanken features versatile back straps that allow you to carry the bag any way you like, and also offers several outer pockets, a groovy arctic fox logo, and a generous... [More]
Make house calls with this modernized Peasants & Travelers Doctor Bag ($138). Featuring a traditional physician's bag shape, this overnighter sports a woven polyester outer, a leather trimmed opening, a tabbed buckle closure, dress shirt-style lining, and internal pockets.... [More]
Show off your color knowledge geekery with the Pantone Wallet ($12). Based on the famous color matching system, the slim wallet features an elastic band closure and two interior plastic sleeves to hold ID, credit cards and cash. It comes in Shiny Baked Clay, Shiny Magenta, Matte India Ink, and Matte Violet.... [More]
We've been preaching the gospel of front-pocket wallets for a while now, but the recent interest in the topic allowed us to stumble upon a new collection of ultra-slim wallets that have now become our top choice. Koyono's Slimmy wallets are among the absolute thinnest on the planet, and come in three great versions — the Slimmy, the ViewSlimmy, and... [More]
We're big fans of alterna-wallets, and this one looks like it would be pretty cool too. While it's a little chubby, the multi-purpose Wallet 2.0 will hold a ton of stuff and can be put in your front or back pocket thanks to its soft silicone construction. It comes in five bright colors.... [More]
We've shown you a ton of unique wallets over the years, and we don't see a reason to stop now. The Cork Wallet ($65) is a MoMA-exclusive wallet made out of — surprise — cork. Each wallet is handmade by the designer with all natural fibers which are glued with non-toxic glue and sewn for double reinforcement. An added bonus... [More]
Another cool front pocket wallet, this time from the bag makers Timbuk2. The Triple Card Wallet ($15) is a thin, affordable wallet with a ballistic nylon exterior and interior nylon lining. It sports three card slots, one on either side and one in the middle. Simplicity at its best. [Thanks, Aaron]... [More]
Robots, screen printing, and wallets. It sounds like a great combination, and we have to say it certainly works well on the Hail Wallet ($36). It features fine details, both inside and out, along with serged stitching and six card slots plus two pockets underneath the slots. Made from 100% cotton, it's enough to make us switch to rear-pocket wallets.... [More]
We consider our Jimi Wallets to be our most durable cash and card carriers, but that may change when we get our hands on the Dosh Wallet ($45). The Dosh is made from flexible polymers, and features an area for cash, cards, and a small integrated compartment for coins and keys. Plus, it's waterproof, making it our new favorite for... [More]
It's about time someone really combined the money clip and wallet. The Braithwaite Cypress Wallet ($100) eschews the common practice of bolting a metal clip onto a regular wallet by transforming the design of the wallet itself, leading to a half-bifold design that keeps your cash securely folded inside, along with three cards, thanks to a secure magnetic closure. The... [More]
Wood grain is one of nature's greatest patterns, and it features prominently on the Evergreen Wallet ($125). Each one features a reproduction of actual grain from pieces of ebony, cedar, and pine embossed on smooth, vegetable-dyed Italian leather, while the interior sports a bill pocket and slots for an ID and cards.... [More]
Eco-friendly products made from reclaimed stuff are all the rage these days, but rarely are they as cool as these Redefining Wallets ($32-$65). These one-of-a-kind bill holders are made from random reclaimed junk, ranging from used tennis balls and tires to A-Team trading cards. Environmentally-friendly meets cutting-edge cool.... [More]
This orange Single Fold Wallet ($70) from Jack Spade is perfect for those of you who've graduated to a front pocket wallet. If you're like us, you can't stand to be sitting on that big heap of leather filled with too much plastic and paper in your back pocket all day. It uses "exclusive hand-tanned skins finished in a centuries... [More]
Sure, having DJ turntables or pin-up girls on your cufflinks is cool, but if you want something a little more functional, check these out. The fully-working thermometer cufflinks by Tateossian London ($165) let you know the temperature at a glance without consulting the Weather Channel. They've got a black face and sport a shiny silver finish, with one cufflink in... [More]
This transforming laptop bag gives you eight different bag styles. Made in Italy with hand-tanned and hand-finished leather, the Hard Graft 2Unfold ($TBD) goes from rucksack to courier bag to clutch in a matter of seconds. The bag fits up to a 17-inch laptop vertically and up to a 13-inch laptop horizontally. The 2Unfold also has lots of pockets as... [More]
Show the world your unhealthy love for the good stuff with this Bacon Heart T-Shirt ($17). America's national meat deserves a shirt like this. And so do you. Wear it proud, you swine.... [More]
There’s nothing worse than waking up in a strange bed and then realizing you're already locked into spending today with this woman, but your hair looks like a disgruntled bird’s nest. For those times, Aveda Control Tape Style Strips ($20) are a savior in little orange form. Take a strip out, wet it or your hair, and style to your... [More]
Sure, anyone can take natural ingredients and mix them up to make smell-good water, but it takes balls to chemically engineer your own scents to create a new fragrance. Using this new technique, Commes des Garçons Odeur 53 ($86) features notes from a wide range of scents, including Sand Dunes, Metal, Oxygen, and Wash Drying in the Wind. Apart from... [More]
Gillette has upped the ante in the razor wars. The new Gillette Fusion ($8) steps over the 4-blade Schick Quattro with its astounding 5-blade surface. The new razor also has a single trimming blade on the back for sideburns and such, and the blades on the Fusion are spaced 30 percent closer than Gillette's current MACH3Turbo system for less irritation.... [More]
We travel quite a bit here at Uncrate, and we’ve never really been satisfied with your run-of-the-mill travel brush. Thus, we’ve ended up carrying around a full-size brush, along with a full-size tube of our favorite ‘paste — not so travel friendly a setup. All this will change soon enough, however, when we finally get our mitts on the OHSO... [More]
As a near-sighted person, this Uncrate staffer has always had a small problem with the institutional-looking contact cases that you find at the local drug store. Not a problem anymore. The Kapaclip Contact Lens Case ($7) has bright, vivid caps that help you keep track of which lens is which on those "rough" mornings, and as a bonus attaches to... [More]
Just in case you've never had your blood typed, or simply don't know, find out whether you're A, B, or O with the DIY Blood Typing Test Kit ($9). The set comes with everything you need to find out what antigens you carry with you in your blood, and even has a laminating sheet so you can carry your results... [More]
Our love affair with Method continues with its new Bloq line. Available in body lotion ($8), body bars ($6), body wash ($8), and shave cream ($6), the line includes fragrances such as Escape Artist (beach sage), Eternal Optimist (citron leaf), Go Getter (green mint), and Pure Minimalist (water flower). For added coolness, the non-toxic line comes in space-saving square containers... [More]
Although five blades on a razor might sound like overkill — it even reminds us a little of SNL's "Platinum Mach 14" skit — but damn, does it work. The Gillette Fusion Power Phantom Razor ($11) features five blades on the front for an extra-close shave, a single blade on the back for trimming in tight areas, and even packs... [More]
Ditch the Blistex and get yourself some Anthony Logistics Citrus Lip Balm ($8). It's subtle citrus flavor is far better than any other lip product we've tried, and ingredients like beeswax, avocado and rice bran oils, and vitamins A and E help protect and soothe your lips on hot, windy, and otherwise lip-unfriendly days.... [More]
With bug season in full swing, it's a good idea to keep some insect repellent around — like this REI Jungle Juice Insect Repellent ($6). This field-tested repellent contains Maxi-DEET formula of 98.11% DEET with 1.89% other ingredients, and will keep bugs away for up to ten hours with just a few drops. You know, unless you enjoy getting malaria.... [More]
Like a lot of good ideas, the Brush & Rinse Toothbrush ($3) is one of those products that makes you wonder why no one has thought of it before. A pretty standard toothbrush, the back of the Brush & Rinse is designed to redirect water from the faucet up to your mouth — much like a water fountain — for... [More]
Finding the right face wash can be a challenge, and finding a toxin-free cleanser can be even tougher. Pangea Organics Facial Cleanser ($25) is a good choice, with a vegetable glycerin base in lieu of animal fat, Egyptian calendula to soothe your skin, and blood orange to degrease. Hand-crafted, it's the most natural face wash we've found.... [More]
It's hard not to buy something with "ultimate man" in its name. Kiehl's Ultimate Man Body Scrub Soap ($13) combines sloughing bran and oatmeal to clean and exfoliate your skin, and works especially well on those rough elbows and heels.... [More]
A hardcore toothpaste for your hardcore breath. Ideal for smokers and rancid breath sufferers, Marvis Classic Strong Mint Toothpaste ($9) offers a powerful minty taste that provides a lot of fresh in your mouth. The museum-worthy tube is worthy of display. For a sweeter, cooler taste, try Marvis Aquatic Mint Toothpaste ($9).... [More]
Reduce your bathroom travel necessities with the do-it-all L'Occitane Cade Shower Gel for Hair & Body ($20). This two-in-one shower gel works on both your hair and body, getting you clean without the need for two (or more) bottles. Shea butter provides moisturization, and the Cade mixture adds a purifying, energizing scent to the proceedings. A hell of a lot... [More]
Ditch your aluminum-filled antiperspirant for more natural protection. Organic Grooming by Herban Cowboy Dusk Deodorant ($10) is a highly-rated, manly-smelling natural deodorant that actually works. It's vegan and contains no aluminum, alcohol or artificial colors, and is even packaged in recycled plastic.... [More]
Need to freshen up between showers? Try a couple sprays of Kill It Dead ($12). Billed as a "natural de-funkifier," this mixture of witch hazel, tea tree oil, and other earth-friendly ingredients is formulated to kill offending odors emanating from your underarm, foot, or other stinky spots. A great alternative to traditional aluminum-filled anti-perspirants.... [More]
If you haven't noticed, we like bacon. So it should come as no surprise that we're digging Bacon Floss ($5). This waxed floss is flavored like crispy fried bacon, making the normally tedious process of flossing a little more fun.... [More]
Forget packing the tiny travel bottle on your next trip and instead opt for some Dissolving Paper Shampoo ($13). The mint-scented paper shampoo comes in packs of 30 inside a convenient plastic travel case, and can even suds up with salt water, ensuring that no matter where you are — or where you have to wash — you'll be able... [More]
Burberry The Beat ($55-$65) is a fresh woody fragrance perfect for the changing season. Inside the Burberry-checked metal and glass bottle, you'll find a combination of leatherwood, vetiver bourbon, cerate, black pepper and violet leaves.... [More]
Fight back this winter with Malin+Goetz Lip Moisturizer ($12). This highly recommended daily protection lip gel hydrates on contact to restore your zombie-like pucker. The no-frills stuff is fragrance, flavor and color free, and the scientific-helvetica tube makes sure you won't be mistaken as a lip gloss wearer.... [More]
Unless you're a self-healing mutant, a well-stocked aid kit is pretty much a must-have — and you'd be hard pressed to find a better looking set than the First Aid Kit ($30) from Design Within Reach. This military-themed kit includes all the essentials, leaving you ready to deal with any medical situation that might arise.... [More]
Take care of your hair from shower to sundown with the Aveda Men Pure-Formance Line ($18-$22). This award-winning collection includes shampoo and conditioner specially formulated to remove oil and grease while reducing scalp dryness, as well as a variety grooming pomades, creams and gels that will keep you looking your best no matter what your hair style.... [More]
While its name is straight out of informercial land, the Iron Gym Total Upper Body Workout Bar ($33) is actually a highly rated and exceptionally inexpensive multi-function training bar. Taking up hardly any space and not requiring any installation, the bar lets you do pull-ups, push-ups, chin-ups, dips, crunches, and sit-ups. Getting ripped has never been so simple. Or so... [More]
Get your skin in check the way nature intended with ZIRH Natural ($20-$48). ZIRH's new line of skin care products includes facial cleanser, under eye cream (for those late nights), shave cream, facial moisturizer, facial scrub, and anti-aging cream, for keeping that Cryptkeeper look at bay for at least a few more months. [Thanks, Mario]... [More]
Add a touch of class to your shaving routine with C.O. Bigelow Razors ($49-$79). Featuring handles made from imitation ivory or ebony, these blades recall the days of main street barber shops, but balance the old-timey looks with advanced, replaceable Gillette Mach 3 blades. It's the best of both worlds.... [More]
Clean your hands and your conscience with Further Hand Soap ($19). Made from the glycerin derived from the distillation of biofuel, Further is as eco-friendly a soap as you'll find, with fragrance made from essential oils of bergamot, olive and exotic grasses. In addition, it's never tested on animals, and is biodegradable, making it just slightly less green than that... [More]
Keep your skin in check and yourself smelling good with the Portland General Store Men's Collection ($5-$25). Handmade in Maine using natural, high-quality ingredients, the lineup includes items such as shaving jelly, lotion, soap, aftershave, and cologne, available in a variety of ultra-manly scents like wood, whiskey, and tweed, packaged with incredibly awesome old-fashioned labels that will look great in... [More]
Shaving oil or shaving cream? Get the best of both worlds with the Eyre BioBotanics Absolute Shaving System ($39). The organic, 100% natural shaving solution combines both Lemon Myrtle Shaving Oil and Kunzea Shaving Cream in a dual-chambered can, letting you prepare your skin for the shave with the oil, then lather on the rich cream to get a smooth,... [More]
The rugged Penfield Colrain ($65) is the backpack you've been looking for. Made in the USA like all Penfield products, the bag features a laptop compartment, a slew of pockets, and air-flow back padding. Summer showers are thwarted with an included stowaway storm cover. American flag embroidery also a bonus.... [More]
Instant BBQ. The EZ Grill, available in regular size ($5; 1.81 lbs) and party size ($10; 3.31 lbs), is a portable, disposable grill that lights with one match and cooks for up to 1 ½ hours. The 100% recyclable portable grill comes complete with foil pan, grill grate, stand and 100% natural charcoal. Keep one in your car for impromptu... [More]
Since 1857, Klein Tools has been making American gems like this Klein Leather Tool Bag ($170). Made entirely of thick, tanned leather, this rugged, pocketless bag sports a large compartment for gear, reinforced ends, a double-ply base with steel studs, and triple-riveted rolled loop handles. Use it to tote your hand tools for the next 50 years or just use... [More]