Some accuse me of being an urban dweller, but I can reassure you that I spent many a summer digging holes: holes for fence posts, holes for our family’s sprinkler syste, and holes for mafia hits. Er, scratch that last one.

It’s unfortunate I had to rely on crap department store brands instead of a Zac Tool. No longer will I make that mistake. The Zac Tool super heavy duty trenching shovel will work in narrow spaces as well as large and hold up to the toughest ground (it has a 12 gauge blade) and it’s patenteded blade and shake design make shaping a breeze.

Cost: $19-$39 @ Zac Tool

When you think of fine bedding what often comes to mind are high thread count sheet sets and luxury down comforters. While these an important part of sleep comfort, it’s easy to overlook your pillow. It’s time to treat yourself to the Tempur-Pedic GrandPillow. Their top of the line, ultra-luxurious pillow is every bit as amazing as you would imagine it to be. The pressure relieving Tempur material is both soft when you lay your head down, and supportive to your neck and body. Among its features are a blended silk outer cover and an inner cover lined with Tempur-HD (a higher density foam than the original Tempur material), as well as individually moveable and shapeable micro-cushions. It’s time to start getting a better night’s sleep.

Cost: $349-$399 @ Tempur-Pedic

I drink juice like I breathe air. Orange juice, pineapple juice, strawberry juice, you name it. The latest addition to my kitchen is the Breville Compact Juice Extractor - an industrial like extractor with a top notch juicing system. It puts together my morning bev in seconds, not minutes. The 700 watt motor and 14,000 rpm cyclonic blades make delicious pulp of anything and breakdown is a total breeze. Absolutely key in consistent use.

It’s time to remove Jamba Juice from your monthly budget. I have.

Cost: $100 @ Crate & Barrel

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Moleskin notebook are timeless, but with popularity comes need for personalization. JournalEngraver provides the unique service of laser engraving moleskin notebooks using etchstar technology.

Our Gear Patrol laser etched moleskin arrived with the cog emblazoned on a large 192 page moleskin ($39) with name etching ($5 not shown) and honestly, we never thought a monochrome etching of ‘gearpatrol.com’ would look so outstanding. Spine etching ($5 not shown) is also available. JournalEngraver also has a wide selection of predesigned art work sure to fit any personality, but we won’t blame you if you want to use our logo.

Cost: $28 - $49 @ JournalEngraver

Sustainable means anything but blasé. Case in point - the Knight Base Table. Hudson Furniture creates elegant and sophisticated designs with an organic feel and sustainable parts. Its wood slabs are sourced domestically from storm damaged and salvaged trees.

The Knight is a custom handmade dining table with cast bronze legs and a claro walnut top. It can be custom made to your specs. The exquisite workmanship really shines through when you look at the wood grain and undulating edges. The perfect centerpiece for any bachelor’s dining area.

Cost: Varies By Customization @ Hudson Furniture

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According to Morgan Grays, the Morgan Grays Office Chair was concieved by the witnessing of a high powered executive falling backwards out of his chair because of a faulty tilt mechanism. As funny as that is, the thought of that happening in a meeting is… okay, well it’s funny.

The Morgan Grays Ofice Chair is designed from the ground up for luxury: branded supple leather, unrivaled ergonomics, and unique color/finish schemes that follow Morgan Grays leather bags and accessories to give any man a perfect choice for his home office. Expensive, yes. But ask yourself - how many hours do you sit in an office chair during the course of a day? [via Press Release]

Cost: $1950 @ Morgan Grays

There really hasn’t been much advancement in the world of circular saws, but the needs still remain abundant. The Clarke Crocodile Circular saw is a new style of circular saw that’s designed from the ground up to handle precise cutting of materials including: metals, plywood, ceramic tile, marble, drywall (with it’s own unique special blade), conduit and more.

Its small and agile size make precise cutting its forte and a perfect addition to your workshop at home, even if you’re not full time diy-er. Kit includes 9 various blades, laser level with miter, edge cutting guide, flat panel and pipe cutting guards, vacuum hookup adaptor, grease pencil and carrying kit.

Cost: $100 @ Northern Tool & Equipment

It’s July 4th weekend and that means you car owners will probably carve out an hour or two to clean your pollen laden ride. Upgrade that old clay wax sitting in your garage with Turtle Wax’s ICE, liquid polish. It’s a clear wax formulated with silicone and hydrocarbon polymers.

Turtle Wax ICE can be applied to exterior rubber, plastic and vinyl trim (without that annoying white residue) and best of all, applied with one coat in DIRECT sunglight or hot surface unlike standard waxes. That alone is worth the price of admission. The kit also includes a custom applicator and microfiber towel. [Thanks Anthony!]

Cost: $14 @ Ace Hardware or local car supply shop.

Also See:
The Complete Pirelli Calendar | $54
Kobalt 26-Gallon Compressor with 6-Tool Kit | $299

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Some guys don’t have the luxury of having a lot of space near their bed. That or they just prefer their clutter unseen. Be it your magazines, iPod, notepad or remote the Kangaroom Beside Saddle will keep your bedside gear organized and close by and manage do to so with style.

The Kangaroom Beside Saddle is made of soft faux leather that can either slide between the mattress and the frame or even on your couch arm and there are five sized pockets that will fit your various items perfectly. For those of you that prefer your gear closer you can even run the saddle over your headboard as shown here. [Other items shown listed after the jump]

Cost: $25 @ Kangaroom

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Drinking is fun. That’s undeniable. So why not have something just as clever and stylish as you to serve your beverages in this summer.

After looking high and low for a vessel that qualified I came across the Cubist Cocktail Set. A perfect way to serve that martini without the dainty glass. The set includes four cone-shaped mouth-blown glasses and an espresso stained wooden tray that holds the glass cubes in place.

Cost: $64 @ Red Envelope

Also See:
Graf-Lantz The Quiver Wine Holder | $130
Johnnie Walker Private Tasting Kit | $50