Gear Buying Guides

Our top picks for that one tool every guy should have on the ready - the pocket knife.

Graphic novels combine the literary complexity of the written word with the visual engagement of artwork, which, put together, creates a form of fiction that can sometimes be far richer, deeper, and more compelling than either art or the written word alone.

Separation from your clothing is key when packing shoes in your travel or commute bag. Our favorite shoe and boot bags do this job well.

Multitools are an essential tool most guys like to keep within arm's reach. Here are our top picks, covering many different purposes from quality brands.

Murder mysteries are one of the oldest forms of modern fiction. Since Edgar Allan Poe penned The Murders of Rue Morgue and the “whodunit” genre was born, it has grown to become—and remain for nearly 200 years—one of the most popular genres of fiction.

Today's fanny packs have been given a major facelift to not only look elegant, but also deliver maximum functionality. Here are a handful of the best options.

Hip flasks are a great choice for bringing something with a bit more kick wherever you go, yet remain discreetly tucked away until you need it.

Thriller books bring a high degree of excitement and anticipation, a speedily-moving plot, and high stakes, which combine to make for stories you just can’t put down. Here are my favorites.

We researched and created this list of the very best leather briefcases for every price range.

Key cases are designed to keep keys neatly corralled and organized in a single, enclosed organizer. They’re the ideal solution for minimizing the amount of space keys take up.

Tough, handsome, and built for adventure. Leather adds something special to a duffle bag. Here are the best available.

Here's our list of the best work gloves to keep your hands protected no matter what you’re doing.

The best utility knives are built to be sturdy, speedily deployed, and available to cut at a moment’s notice.

Electric lighters get the job done much faster and safer, and provide you with an eco-friendly solution for lighting up anything you want.

A valet tray keeps your random small items organized and in one spot for an easy grab when it's time to leave the house or office.

True crime is a fascinating genre to read because it’s not really fiction, but often feels like it. I’ve compiled a list of what I consider to be the 10 best true crime books.

Tame that mess in your everyday bag with a handful of cable ties to keep everything organized and untangled.

If a laptop is one of your daily essentials, consider one of these backpacks tailor made for protecting the device during transit.

Everyday carry options are endless. From flashlights to pocket knives and multi-tools, we help narrow down EDC choices so you only collect the best kit.

Keep your various daily carry items protected and easily accessible with a pouch tailor-made for EDC organization. Here are the best we've found.

A pry bar is the kind of tool you’ll use often, and if you don’t have one on hand, you’ll end up sweating and struggling and wishing you’d thought to carry one. Here are our favorites.

I want to share with you a list of sci-fi books you have to read at some point in your life.

Backpacks don’t have to be only about function; why not choose a leather one that hits all the right form notes, too?

I’ve collected a list of some of the best dystopian novels, both my all-time favorites and those I believe to be hugely influential on the genre (and society) at large.