Gear Buying Guides

Compiling a list of the 10-best is obviously subjective, but these cookbooks are noteworthy across general categories every man's kitchen would benefit from.

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.

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.

There is a backpack made for virtually every purpose and style preference. Here are the best we've come across.

Sometimes, you just need a good old fashioned scare in your life. A proper horror tale that will give you the chills. Try one of these. They are some of the best ever written.

Great coffee table books—ones that inspire & entertain, add depth and dimension to our homes. They offer insight to our tastes and interests. Here is a selection of some of the best.

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.

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 such as Leatherman, Gerber and CRKT.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

Bloody and perplexing crimes, clever detectives, and plot twists that’ll break your neck... the best mystery books according to a published author.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

Small journals and notebooks provide blank space for creation. Have one on hand when inspiration strikes. Here are the best according to a published fantasy writer.

Sometimes a sling bag is the more practical solution for your adventure or daily commute. Secure, lightweight and extremely versatile. Here are the best.

Pop up or "fanning" wallets feature a button or built-in mechanism that slides or fans out the cards for you. Max convenience. Here are the best.