"If you want a vision of the future, imagine a boot stamping on a human face - forever". - George Orwell 
“There are no foreign lands. It is the traveler only who is foreign.” – Robert Louis Stevenson
"Most men, no matter how well or badly dressed, carry overstuffed, beat up wallets that should have been replaced years ago. Why is that? Every time I see a guy take out a wallet anywhere, it looks like a piece of old melted chocolate cake-with strings". - Jonathan Carroll 
What do you get when you combine the quintessential American brand for sneakers and motorcycle jackets? One bad ass shoe...
Created by award-winning knife designer Allen Elishewitz, this precision-machined writing apparatus also doubles as a defensive instrument. Having lived in the Far East and has practiced martial arts over the past 30 years, in addition to his Marine experience gave Allen the experience and understanding for the need of such an item. 
This front zip cardigan from Victorinox features a mobile phone pocket and embroidered eyelets at the underarms for breathability. It's perfect as a layering option or when worn by itself. Unfortunately, it's not available in their signature red...
Munitio, Latin for defense works/fortification, is a brand based on the notion of standard setting quality, utility, and performance. They truly deliver with these 9mm beauties, marketed as the world's first Tactical Earphone™, which far outmatch the competition. These are the perfect compliment to help you rock out to your Abigail Whistler vampire mix.
A slim-fit, performance-oriented, waterproof jacket made for bikers (think Armstrong, not Fonda), with special fabric that responds to varying internal and external climates. According to the description, the fabric literally breathes to release internal heat as needed. For more info check out their website here.
Handmade bags/aprons/totes from California. Matt focuses on high quality craftsmanship and the incorporation of salvaged materials into his creations. For more info, check out his Etsy site here.
The latest Converse design collaboration with Undftd (Undefeated) bears a military influence yet remains stylish enough for the urban dwellers. These sneakers also come with a helmet bag for storage as well as the multiple reminders instructing us to "Play Dirty". See more images here.
"We wanna be free! We wanna be free to do what we wanna do. We wanna be free to ride". - Heavenly Blues (Peter Fonda) from The Wild Angels. 
Spectre Hardshell Jacket
It's black, has storage pockets for ammo, and it's meant to be worn untucked... what's not to love about that. Read more about this latest release from Billy Reid here.
Although flannel shirts are typically associated with lumberjacks and residents of Seattle in the early 90s, this take from Nice Collective certainly should not be. Mixing the workwear theme with the military-style details they're known for, the guys at N.C. have created a shirt that transitions from functional to fashionable. Available at Barneys, here.
"And now one for all the nostalgics out there. A blast from the past all the way back from 2003, that beautiful time when people refused to accept that the future was just around the corner." - from Children of Men
Bedford Stu, otherwise known as BED:STU, was born from the rough-and-tumble parts of New York. The Contact Boot, among other equally impressive choices, lives up to it's neighborhood roots with durable construction and rugged good looks. 
The old saying goes, "better late than never, but never late is better". We can't think of a better way to ensure your promptness than the Bremont MBII. Bremont, Winner of Best Emerging British Luxury Brand in 2008, has crafted a beautiful aviation-themed timepiece of exceptional quality with the MBII model. For more info click here.
"Just remember that the things you put into your head are there forever."
Whether you're tooling around downtown or prepping for Judgement Day, you might as well do it in style. This distressed leather boot from G-Star allows you to look like a bad ass, even if Kyle Reese isn't your dad. Available at ssense.com - $250.00
Most notably worn by James McAvoy in the 2008 film Wanted, this piece is the iconic representation of the classic style from England's premier manufacturer of motorcycle gear. Oh, and just because you can't curve bullets or joyride with Angelina Jolie doesn't mean you can't look just as stylish. 
In use for over a decade, the Oakley Icon Backpack 3.0 has simultaneously morphed with updates in technology. Containing a laptop storage area, as well as holding every other gadget you could possibly own, this bag conveniently stashes all the gear you'll need for covert operations. The Icon is also available in eleven different colors, or should we say mission specific finishes. Read more at www.oakley.com.
Tabbed as the first functional denim shooting shirt, this piece is constructed with durability in mind. Featuring double-layer sleeves and a shoulder patch, Filson has crafted an item that is both stylish yet rugged. In a similar vein as the Levi's Workwear collaboration with Billy Reid, this item pushes the Southern culture into the fashion market with surprising ease. The shirt is also created exclusively for Levi's & Co. and as always, made in the USA. Priced at 128$ usd, and can be ordered here.
According to Spy Optics, the HSX is a hybrid model combining fashion and function and we couldn't agree more. These are also built from bomb-proof material just in case you find yourself in the midst of an urban combat operation ala Clear and Present Danger. Read more about the HSX here.
What's not to love about work boots crafted from European leather? The Roam Boot by Allsaints ($255) is an homage to the working man that's hand finished to acquire a two-tone effect that is unique to each shoe. Straight out of the box these have an incredible amount of character. See more examples of Allsaints footwear here.
Created using the time honored traditions, the knives are produced with a sense of honoring our forefathers production of items of necessity. In addition to producing numerous hunting and camping knives, Scott Roush also produces a line of kitchen cutlery. This quite possibly could be the best... and last chef's knife you'll ever own. Also inquire about using antlers from a trophy deer into a custom creation. View more examples here.
Inspired by vintage industrial gauges and avionic instrumentation, this Swiss made timepiece is the epitome of function and style. The SVT-AT76 (shown in black/black) has a list of features including aerospace-grade stainless steel, anti-reflective crystal and an italian calf leather strap. Enjoy!
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