From the menus of David Chang's white-hot NYC restaurants Momofuku Noodle Bar, Momofuku Ssäm Bar, and the ultra-intimate Momofuku Ko comes Momofuku ($27). Co-authored by Chang and NYT writer Peter Meehan, this hardcover cookbook contains over 300 pages of highly-detailed recipes — we're not talking 30 minute meals here — covering everything from noodles (obviously) to chicken wings and fried... [More]

Join the wet shaving crowd with the Baxter Safety Razor ($60). With a classic polished design, textured grip, and double edge blade, the Baxter is a nice way to get into the world of wet shaving, and comes complete in a black gift box with a pack of starter blades and an instructional card.... [More]

Used by our military for the past three decades — and during the Vietnam War — the M-65 Field Coat ($100) is a rugged piece of outerwear. It features a NYCO wind and tear resistant, water repellent 50% cotton/50% nylon sateen outer shell, a bi-swing back for full range of movement, waist, hood and bottom hem drawcords, a concealed hood,... [More]

Get an extremely close shave while using a piece of history with these Vintage Straight Razors ($160-$170). With heritages dating back to the 1920s and '30s, these immaculate blades are in like new or better condition, with authentic vintage designs as well as original scales, pins, and super-sharp blades that will remind you why you ditched your electric razor in... [More]

It's one thing to love eating meat, and quite another to love learning about it. If you fall into the latter category, consider picking up Lobel's Meat Bible ($27). Written by the Lobel family of master butchers, this 320-page epicurean excursion includes extensive information on beef, pork, lamb, rabbit, poultry, veal, and more, explanations of texture, flavor, and contents, and... [More]

If you must show your love for your fav band, please don't do it with a cheap poster from Spencer's. Order up an original silkscreen poster from Todd Slater. His limited edition rock posters (from $25) are some of the most awesome we've seen. We're especially digging this Radiohead-wolf poster.... [More]

If you're serious about your mixed drinks, you know that canned or bottled juice just can't compete with freshly-squeezed — which is where the Heavy Duty Citrus Juicer ($90) comes in. Constructed with die-cast chromed zinc alloy, this heavy-duty apparatus uses a patented lever mechanism and extra wide cone and funnel to make juicing as effortless as possible, and works... [More]

If you loved the Bamford Black Rolex Watches we wrote about a while back but don't have quite enough coin to pick one up, consider one of these Black DLC Rolex Watches ($6,000 and up). For roughly half the price of the Bamford, you can get a Submariner, Sea-Dweller, Explorer II, GMT-II, or Milgauss, all of which have been treated... [More]

Just in case your normal, standard-issue Aston Martin isn't cool enough for you, there's the Aston Martin Carbon Black Special Editions ($TBA). The company's DBS and V12 Vantage will both get the carbon black treatment which includes a metallic black finish that's meant to offer a different look in different conditions, carbon fiber-and-Kevlar seats covered in black leather with silver... [More]

If you love beer as much as life itself, make sure to put The Naked Pint: An Unadulterated Guide to Craft Beer ($14) on your wintertime reading list. Written by beer sommeliers Hallie Beaune and Christina Perozzi, this 300+ page book takes a humorous yet no-nonsense look at beer, exploring everything from the science of beer and beer + food... [More]

The McIntosh 60th Anniversary MXA60 Integrated Audio System ($7,500), the company's first-ever standalone setup, gives you audiophile-quality sound in a beautifully compact design. And while its price tag might seem high, you've got to recognize that this thing was designed and built by the same team responsible for the $250,000 McIntosh Reference System. The tabletop system features a high-performance 75-watt-per-channel... [More]

We love our craft beers here at Uncrate, but there's nothing quite like tasting something you cooked brewed yourself. Brooklyn Brew Shop Kits ($30) offer everything you need to make your own ale, including a one gallon glass jug, an airlock, tubing clamp, thermometer, and more, all designed to be displayed with pride — unlike that Mr. Beer kit you... [More]

Cue old TV show intro: "In 1953, the Central Intelligence Agency contracted illusionist John Mulholland to create a secret dossier of stealth and misdirection to be used by operatives in the field. All copies of the document were believed to have been destroyed in 1973, but a single copy remained...." Believe it or not, that's the real story behind The... [More]

We're not about to write up every big-name live album that hits store shelves — there are at least as many poor efforts as gems — but luckily Tom Petty: The Live Anthology ($21) falls into the latter category. Featuring 47 tracks spread across 4 CDs, this definitive set spans Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers' entire 30 year career, with... [More]

No matter how many frequent flyer miles you've racked up, we can all use some help maximizing the space inside our luggage. Spacepak ($30-$98) accessories help you do exactly that. The system of bags — available for clothes, underwear, shoes, suits, and more — allows garments to undergo double compression, virtually doubling the usable space inside your carry-on.... [More]

Military toughness meets civilian style in the Spiewak Durand Moleskin Jacket ($180). Made from rugged cotton moleskin, this winter jacket features quilted Thinsulate lining, an inner chest pocket, slit front pockets with stitched detailing, button tab cuffs, a button front closure, and button-down rain yokes at the front. Funny, the last time we heard the word "yoke" we were playing... [More]

While we might not know exactly what seven functions the sleek Gerber Shard ($8) will provide, we know enough to know we'll be on the pre-order list as soon as it's available. The lightweight, airline-safe keychain tool offers at the minimum a bottle opener, screwdriver, and nail puller, with a titanium nitride coating for corrosion resistance.... [More]

Tackle the great outdoors -- or just yard work -- in the coldest of weather in the Timberland Utility Jacket ($150). With straightforward looks, it's not exactly a flashy piece of outerwear, but it does the job, with a rugged cotton twill outer, nylon polin and polyester fleece lining, a front zipper with button flap cover for added wind protection,... [More]

Step back into the England of Jane Austen's novels — with an undead twist — in Pride and Prejudice and Zombies: Dawn of the Dreadfuls ($11). Written by well-versed novelist Steve Hockensmith, this latest addition to the Quirk Classic line serves as a prequel to Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, exploring the genesis of the zombie plague in early-nineteenth century... [More]

As part of Nike's skateboarding line, the Nike SB Eugene Backpack ($140) is made to take its lumps while securely carrying a whole horde of goods. It features an oversized main compartment with top, front, and side entry options, a side entry padded laptop compartment, plenty of cinches and straps to keep your goods locked in place, a host of... [More]

Just in time for undeadliest of holidays comes The Horde T-Shirt ($18). This black American Apparel tee sports a terrific print of a single character wielding multiple weapons on the roof of a car as a horde (get it?) of zombies surround him. While it won't pass as a costume per se, it's certainly festive, and if you happen to... [More]

Celebrating the October, 1969 launch of the Datsun 240Z, the new Nissan 370Z 40th Anniversary Edition ($TBA; Spring 2010) thankfully moves beyond the quaint 150hp 2.4-liter engine of the original for Nissan's latest and greatest tech. Features include a 332 hp V6 — sadly, not enhanced with turbo for this edition — 19-inch, "smoke" Rays wheels, a special 40th Quartz... [More]

If you're a long-time Uncrate reader, you know that we were sold on this book by the title alone — but it's not exactly what you'd think. Instead of focusing solely on The Big Lebowski, Cathleen Falsani's The Dude Abides ($10) is an exploration intro to the existential questions raised by the entire Coen brothers catalogue, from Blood Simple to... [More]

There's nothing more satisfying than decorating your abode with artwork or photos of your own creation, and CanvasPop ($49 and up) makes it easier than ever to do so. As the world's only large format printing company to work with images of any resolution, CanvasPop allows you to make gorgeous canvas prints of pretty much any image, even if they're... [More]

If Ford's standard-issue F-150 just isn't manly enough for you, take a gander at the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor ($TBA). This high-performance off-road terror packs a 5.4L Triton V8 making 320 hp, a completely redesigned front suspension with shocks from Fox Racing, a unique grill, a body that's seven inches wider than a stock F-150, BFGoodrich All-Terrain TA/KO 315/70-17 tires,... [More]

Be your own favorite race car driver in the Ariel Atom ($65,000 and up). Handcrafted and lacking doors, a roof, or windows, the Atom is truly a racing machine, with a curb weight of only 1,400 lbs. and up to 300 hp, pushing 0-60 times into the sub 3 second range and 0-100 times below 11 seconds. Other features include... [More]

Rolex makes some quality timepieces, but there are times when you need a more understated look than their silver- or gold-bodies can offer. That's where Bamford Black Rolex Watches (£7,500; roughly $12,300) come in. Made using Physical Vapor Deposition technology and secret formulas, Banford's Rolexes sport a highly-advanced, rock-hard military-grade black coating, turning these typical timepieces into stunning stealth watches.... [More]

With a race course heritage and catwalk-worthy looks, the new Ducati Hypermotard 796 ($TBA) is the perfect mix of performance and urban utility. It features an all-new Ducati 796 engine good for 81hp and incredible fuel mileage, an APTC "wet" clutch offering a slipper action to prevent rear-end destabilization during agressive down-shifting — perfect for stop-and-start driving — and either... [More]

If you've grown tired of the average American sportster or chopper, check out Wrench Monkees Custom Motorcycles ($20,500 and up). Custom-built in Copenhagen, Denmark, these unique bikes feature a streamlined yet rugged aesthetic that's unlike anything we've seen before, often made using rebuilt engines and a mix of off-the-shelf and custom parts to give them an excellent ride while maintaining... [More]

Who said Apple's cheapest iPod can't be classy? The new iPod Shuffle Special Edition ($100) takes the third-generation shuffle and wraps it in elegant polished stainless steel, making it clip-on bling that just happens to offer 4GB of storage, VoiceOver controls that speak your playlists and artist names to you, and a sleek, buttonless design. Available exclusively at Apple Retail... [More]

Kettle bells are great for a variety of strength training exercises, but not all require the same weight. So instead of spending a small fortune on a whole set, just pick up a PowerBell ($200-$250). This ingenious training device uses a set of weight plates that can be easily removed and reconfigured to create the ideal weight for your current... [More]

For as long as we can remember, we've wanted a vintage Mercedes Benz 300SL parked in the Uncrate garage, so when we see its iconic gullwing doors appear on a new MB model, we just have to tell you about it. Luckily, the 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG ($TBA) isn't any old Benz. Packing a front/mid-mounted 6.3-liter AMG V8 good for... [More]

Nature meets modern styling in the Seguro Media Console ($1,700). Made from reclaimed Brazilian peroba wood, this buffet-like piece sports a natural finish with an espresso-stained solid mahogany frame. It integrates three recessed drawers and two sliding doors, which conceal adjustable shelves with cord pass-throughs for your tech equipment and media.... [More]

The Logue Sudio n02 TV Stand ($1100) is certainly one of the more interesting stands we've seen. Supported by four robot-like legs, the stand is available in three and four bay models, and offers much-needed features like integrated cable management, flow-through cooling, and an available flat panel TV mounting kit. Plus, it's made from a renewable solid bamboo material, so... [More]

We are generally skeptical of couches that look this wild, but trust us — after checking one out this past week, we were blown away by its look and feel. The Ligne Roset Togo Sofa ($TBD) is available in a wide variety of fabrics and colors, and is made from multiple density foam, which keeps the couch comfy for years... [More]

Ditch the bags-hanging-off-your-thighs look and step up to the Nau Cargo Pant ($95). Made from heavy-duty organic cotton double twill with a hint of spandex for flexibility, the Nau features a regular fit cut, button fly, and zip-close thigh pockets that are hidden on the seams to blend into the sleeks lines of the pant when empty, providing all the... [More]

Even the craftiest of cooks will tell you that avocados can be time-consuming and tough to deal with — so even the playing field with the Four-in-One Avocado Tool ($15). Featuring a serrated edge at one end, a curved tip, a bowl-shaped scoop, and wide-slotted masher, its ready to help you peel, pit, and grind your avocado into shape.... [More]

Grab your suit, drag the speakers outside, pour yourself a drink, and relax with the summertime sounds of Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix by Phoenix ($9). Pleasantly poppy, this fourth album from the French alt rockers is a perfect soundtrack for a sun-bathed get together, with a great mix of rock, disco, and pop that's sure to keep the party going. Standout... [More]

Blacked-out from fender to fender, the 2009 Harley-Davidson Iron 883 ($7,900) is an affordable, no-frills chopper that's begging to be customized. The latest Harley Dark Custom motocycle, the Iron 883 offers plenty of old-school, anti-plastic style, including front fork gaiters, a drag-style handlebar, side-mount license plate holder, a chopped rear fender, a straight cut shorty dual exhaust, and 13-spoke cast... [More]

Part bicycle, part motorcycle, all badass. The Sachs MadAss 125 ($2,700) is a German engineered beast of a two-wheeler, packing a 125cc engine, a hydraulic fork front suspension, a unique frame that sends shock from the rear wheel to the front for a smoother ride, an in-frame fuel tank, twin H.I.D. headlights, 16-inch alloy rims, dual disc brakes, and a... [More]

It doesn't matter whether you're piloting an F-22 across the sky or a John Deere across your yard, the Oakley Factory Pilot Glove ($80) will keep your hands protected on your journey. Upgraded at the behest of the U.S. military, this extreme glove features a full-grain leather palm with micro venting, breathable mesh and rubber exhaust ports, Airprene on the... [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]

Sometimes the original is the best. Only modestly updated since it's debut, the Waring Professional Bar Blender ($130) is a true classic, with workhorse sensibilities. Available in stainless steel or bright copper, the Waring features a 40-oz. glass mixing jar, a powerful 390-watt motor, high and low speeds, a center cap that doubles as a 1-oz measure, and a heavy-duty... [More]

Sure, Ray-Ban's version might be better known, but they sure as hell aren't as tough. Randolph Aviator Sunglasses ($99) were designed for the U.S. Military, and feature unique bayonet temples made to fit underneath headgear, lifetime-warranted solder joints, a variety of available non-polarized and polarized glass or polycarbonate lens options, including prescriptions, five different frame colors, and an included hard... [More]

Pimp your Weber grill with a Cast Iron Grate ($86). Designed in Germany, this long-lasting replacement for the standard grate heats up faster, gives off more even heat, creates near-perfect grill marks, boasts greater longevity, and offers modular convenience — allowing you to add a host of accessories, including a griddle/hotplate combo, a flat pizzastone, or even a seat for... [More]

We're sad to see the Ferrari F430 go, but at least its replacement is a step up — in nearly every way. Set to make its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the Ferrari 458 Italia ($TBA) sports a new direct-injected, mid-rear mounted 4.5-liter V8 good for 570hp, a 0-62 time of 3.4 seconds, and a top speed of 202... [More]

You can't go wrong with concrete. These Concrete Tumblers ($40 set) mix a solid concrete base with a glass top, giving off a modern vibe that works as well for water as it does for martinis while providing an ultra-stable base for minimal spillage.... [More]

Looking for some backyard adventures to close out your summer? Grab yourself a copy of Absinthe & Flamethrowers: Projects and Ruminations on the Art of Living Dangerously ($12), and get to work. Featuring everything from instructions on how to make your own black powder, flamethrower, rockets — even absinthe — it also give you tips on eating dangerously, cigarette smoking,... [More]

Enjoy the remainder of the summer relaxing in a Hammock Bliss Triple ($75). Billed as the world's largest portable hammock, the Triple is over eight feet wide and nearly ten feet long, perfect for couples, and is made from quick drying, breathable parachute nylon with sides of 770lb test climbing rope, and weighs only 26 oz. when packed into the... [More]

Go inside the world of history's most notorious, powerful, and secret organizations with Cults, Conspiracies, and Secret Societies ($11). From well-known groups like the Skulls, Illuminati, and Freemasons to little-known clubs like Oulipo, a group of literary intellectuals who devised unique formulas for creating written masterpieces, this 384-page investigation looks at everything through an entertaining, inquisitive eye, making a read... [More]

Been holding off on buying Sony's latest gaming console, or just looking for a solid, network-capable Blu-ray player? Say hello to the PS3 Slim ($300; September 2009). As the name suggests, the revised console takes up 32 percent less space and uses 34 percent less power than its comparatively gargantuan predecessor, while still offering HDMI and optical digital audio output,... [More]

If you were ever wondering what it is that fans of The Big Lebowski — like ourselves — find so damn interesting, grab yourself a copy of The Achievers ($20). Directed by Eddie Chung, this feature-length documentary goes inside the world of hardcore Lebowski fans to get to the bottom of it all, with interviews of fans including My Morning... [More]

As the latest addition to the project BLUE line — a collection of limited edition products from seven major surfing manufacturers where a part of the proceeds go to the non-profit Surfrider Foundation to protect to the world's oceans, waves and beaches — the new Reef NWS Sandal ($TBA) is about as green as you can get. Its upper pattern... [More]