Have you ever been out on the town and suddenly needed to prepare some fresh sashimi? All caught up with some Grade A hamachi and no way to slice it? It’s in these moments of culinary need that you’ll wish you’d picked up the Shun Higo Nokami Gentleman’s Knife from William Sonoma. With its slim […]
17
Dec
Shun Higo Nokami Gentleman's Knife
21
Sep
Modeled after actual famous blades
Sure, purchasing chopsticks shaped like samurai swords is a no brainer. But what makes these even more priceless is that they’re imported from Japan, not some Sri Lankan sweatshop (I like my novelty toys to be as authentic as possible). Second, the swords are actual reproductions of real blades, famous swords from feudal Japan — […]
31
Aug
Picnic Backpack with blanket, cutting board, wine holder, corkscrew, flatware, salt & pepper shakers, cooler...
Back in May we brought you that with Moore & Giles Picnic Bag, and although that Waxwear Tote was nice and all, it really doesn’t compare to this fully equipped lightweight picnic backpack for four. Not only is it highly organized and fully compartmentalized, but it also includes a kitchenette worthy bevy of accouterments: corkscrew, […]
7
Jun
6 million ways to die...I choose not this one
What is there to say about this knife, other than I pray to god no one uses it — neither on people, nor its intended prey: sharks and bears. The Wasp Knife ejects a high-pressure gas through a needle in the blade and essentially freezes your organs solid. Ok, I could see using this if […]
25
Feb
Scale a fish, let out some aggression
Do you have someone in your life that you fantasize about skewering like a gutted fish? Well then the Voodoo Knife Set is a fun, stylish and oh-so functional option to add to your kitchenwares. The heavy gauge durable stainless steel blades have hollow handles and a 25-year manufacturer warranty — and lest you think […]
19
Jan
Now that's a knife
Wenger decided to end the war of Swiss Army Knife Buildup by creating the well-named Giant Swiss Army Knife, the Guinness World Record holder for “The Most Multifunctional Penknife.” I’m not sure what a penknife is, but I’m pretty sure this has to hold some kind of record. Weighing over 2 pounds,this Swiss Army knife […]
In celebration of their 125th Anniversary, Victorinox Swiss Army announced its new 19′ trailer made in collaboration with Airstream — makers of the legendary aluminum silver-backed trailers. Only 125 will be made, and they go on sale June 15, 2009 starting at $59,000. From the list of accouterments, however, I’m not entirely sure what Victorinox […]
