The holidays are upon us once again, and as you join your family in celebration as the snow graces the ground with a glass of fine brandy and a roaring fire warming you, we hope that everyone’s wishes are met this year. Therefore, we proudly present a curated selection of the most magnificent products we’ve seen this year and ones we are certain will cast a warm glow as they are opened this holiday season.
The gifts listed here are not intended for short-term use. These are all heirloom quality products with the exception of some fine consumables. With prices ranging from just a few dollars to many thousands of dollars, this list is sure to meet every budget for the most discerning gentlemen this holiday season.
From our family to yours, we wish you the warmest of holiday greetings to everyone celebrating this festive season.
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Feeding Hannibal Cook Book
Feeding Hannibal Cookbook
It wasn’t featured in our list of the top cookbooks for the home chef, but that’s only because it wasn’t out at the time. From the hit TV-series Hannibal, comes the official cookbook written by Janice Poon, the celebrated food stylist from a show that was as much about savoir vivre and food as it was about Hannibal Lecter and the FBI. With all of the recipes from the show, plus inside stories and tips from the cast and crew, this pictorial book is ideal for any Hannibal fan who enjoys fine dining and considers themselves a connoisseur. Feeding Hannibal.
Fiskars PowerGear2 Gardening Tools
If you enjoy gardening or just tinkering in the backyard, Fiskar PowerGear2 tools are some worth having around. In particular, the lopper and the pruner are handy for getting tasks done. Their patented gear technology multiplies your leverage to give you up 3X more power on every cut. We tested it against other brand name tools and found that we were able to consistently power through tough stems and thick branches that we weren’t able to cut with traditional pruners. PowerGear2 Pruner. PowerGear2 Lopper.
Peterson Holiday Season Pipe Tobacco
Peterson Holiday Season Pipe Tobacco
Each year, Peterson releases their Holiday Season branded pipe tobacco. For many men, a cold winter night by a warm fire is the perfect excuse to enjoy their pipe. This year’s selection is a warm-hearted blend of ribbon-cut Burley, mixed with black Cavendish and bright Virginia tobaccos. Sweet and soft on the palate, it is a perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. It is also a wonderful start to a new tradition of buying the Peterson Holiday Season Tobacco when it comes out this time each year.
Hydrea London 3-in-1 Clothes Brush
Hydrea London 3-in-1 Clothes Brush
If the gentleman in your life uses a lint roller on his clothes, you need to get him this brush, stat. Unlike tape, which only removes some surface lint, the bristles of a brush can reach into the weave of a fabric to eject trapped dust and fibers. The 3-in-1 brush is made from wood that comes from FSC certified forests and is hand finished to create a clothes brush, lint remover, and a shoe horn in one. It is an ideal stocking stuffer or gift for any gentleman who cares about maintaining his wardrobe. Hydrea London 3-in-1 Clothes Brush.
Cuban Crafters Perfecto Cigar Cutter
Cuban Crafters Perfecto Cigar Cutter
Whether you’re a cigar enthusiast or a newcomer getting his feet wet, the Perfecto cutter is the one cutter worth having on hand. With a patent pending, this cutter is truly like no other. The guillotine cutter opens with an O round design made to cut the exact amount from the head of any cigar, including figurado and torpedo shaped cigars. No longer will you have to worry about taking too little or too much off the top. Even if you’re an aficionado and don’t plan to use it, take our word that it comes in handy time and time again when sharing a cigar with someone who isn’t quite as proficient as you. Cuban Crafters Perfecto Cigar Cutter.
Fall- Winter Pocket Squares in Wool Silk Blend
During the colder days of the year pocket squares in a wool-silk blend look particularly dapper because they are less shiny than their all silk counterparts and the colors are still vivid, but a bit more subdued and hence perfectly fitting for the season. Take a look at the selection of NEW Fort Belvedere Fall Winter Squares here.
Find a stylish Fall Winter Pocket Square here
Butler Stick
A tool originally used by highly trained butlers, today the butler stick is kept in use by those who enjoy hosting with finesse. Designed to set a table accurately, this butler stick will ensure that every piece of silverware, China and stemware is perfectly spaced and symmetrical. During the holidays, many will often use it to confirm perfect alignment and spacing between decorative ornaments. It is a grand stocking stuffer or gift for the perfectionist dinner host in your life. Today, they are hard to find, but butler sticks can be purchased from Charles McPherson, the author of The Butler Speaks and a leading butler who has worked for some of the world’s most prominent families and hoteliers. You can call his office at (416) 369-1146 to place your order for $44.95.
$100 – $300
Savinelli Arcobaleno 626 Green Tobacco Pipe
Savinelli Arcobaleno 626 Green Tobacco Pipe
Made in Italy from solid briar, this magnificent pipe comes in a selection of robust colors that possess an air of distinction as puffs of fine tobacco smoke billow from it. Expertly crafted and a beautiful statement piece in any collection, this pipe is surely an item to treasure for many years to come. Savinelli Archobelano Pipe in Green.
Thermapen Mk4 Thermometer
A chef favorite, the Thermapen Mk4 is quite possibly the most popular instant-read thermometer used by executive chefs. First recommended to us by celebrity chef Hugh Acheson, the Mk4 reads the temperature of just about anything in record time and with astounding accuracy. Although intended for meats, people use their Thermapens for everything that involves reading a temperature. From candy and bread to even checking the temperature of bath water, this is one example of how accurate the phrase “you get what you pay for” really is. Thermapen Mk4 Thermometer.
Blade and Bow 22 Year
Blade and Bow 22 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon
This gold medal winner from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition is unlike most whiskeys you’ll find on the liquor store shelves. A solera-aged bourbon, it’s actually the last remaining stock of whiskey from the renowned Stitzel-Weller Distillery which was home to Pappy Van Winkle. Once this bourbon is gone, it will not be coming back. Those who enjoy historic and rare whiskeys would do well to consider a bottle of this exquisite and thoroughly enjoyable 22-year-old whiskey. Look for it at your local liquor store or at auction.
Shun Premier Chef Knife
Shun Premier Chef’s Knife
We’ve tested numerous chef knives for our past articles on food and dining. There are many we like such as the Wustoff knives from Germany, the Evercut Furtif from France, but the one we like the most is the Shun 8” Premier chef’s knife from Japan. It is lightweight, surgically sharp, easy to use, and comfortable for most hands. What really makes it a stunning investment piece is how beautiful it looks on the counter with the stunning dark wood handle, its gold cap, and the layered Damascus cladding with a hammered tsuchime finish. Shun Chef’s Knife.
Anova Precision Wifi Cooker
Anova Precision Wifi Cooker
Sous vide cooking was once only feasible – and affordable – for use in expensive fine dining establishments. Only in the last few years have sous vide machines become priced and sized for the serious home chef. The Anova Precision Wifi Cooker is one of our favorites because it is smaller than most and easy to store. Unlike other machines, it can be used with most vessels that you already own. It is operable from your smartphone or tablet and connects via wifi which allows you to operate it from the office before you come home. The app comes with a huge selection of tested recipes for various types of proteins and vegetables. There is also a large online community of foodies and chefs who use the Anova and share their experiences and recipes. If you’re looking for perfectly cooked food every single time, sous vide is the easiest way to ensure restaurant-quality results. Anova Precision Wifi Cooker.
Knot Cufflinks
Finding quality cufflinks that are not factory made with ugly t-bars and made by hand are difficult to come by today. The goal of jewelry is always to make the wearer look great, and so we decided to create our very own cufflinks that were hand carved for us and then handmade by a master goldsmith in Germany, just like a high-end custom piece of jewelry would be made.
To keep the price reasonable we decided not to offer them in solid gold but instead we opted for 925 Sterling Silver. Because silver tarnishes so quickly and eventually stains your shirt cuffs, we add a platinum plating to they always stay nice, and bright.
On top of that, we offer them in Vermeil, which is heavy yellow gold plated Sterling Silver as well as thick Rose Gold plated.
Because we are all about quality, these cufflinks are solid and weigh in at just under 24 grams / just under an ounce. That’s more than twice as much as regular cufflinks made of silver or gold and once you hold these masterpieces in your hand, you know what we are talking about.
The hand-carved rope monkey fist knot cufflinks are based on the nautical monkey fist knot. We made one end larger, and the other end smaller so you can wear them for years to come. This is an heirloom piece of jewelry that is classic and quality so you can pass it on to your children.
Take a closer look at these cufflink masterpieces here
Fort Belvedere Leather Gloves
Gloves have been a gentleman’s accessory for centuries. Within the last few decades, the variety and elegance that once existed vanished in favor of plain black and brown gloves. During the heyday of classic menswear in the 1930s, no well-dressed man would have worn black gloves. Instead, beige, yellow, gray, burgundy, dark blue, green and tan gloves with button closures (often hand stitched) would have been the gloves of choice.
To counter such tristesse in the modern glove world, Fort Belvedere offers gloves that combine functional fit and comfort with the elegance of the bygone era. Choose from a curated selection of elegant colors and materials such as peccary gloves, lamb suede leather or lamb nappa.
No matter if you have small hands with short fingers or large hands with long fingers. Our 7 sizes work for 99.5% of all men.
These exquisite gloves are hand-sewn and full of detail and we offer them lined in cashmere and alpaca for colder climates and unlined for warmer climates.
Take a closer look at Fort Belvedere Gloves here
Borsalino Hat
Borsalino Fedora Hat
For men who prefer elegant attire, a stocking cap is reserved for skiing weekends and long hikes in the woods. A fedora is a classic hat that still suits modern sensibilities of style, even though it has been a winter staple of well-dressed men since the Duke of Windsor popularized the style in the mid-1920’s. A fedora is an excellent way to maintain a classic look even in the depths of winter. For a more modern look, choose a narrower brim such as this Fedora from Borsalino, an Italian company that has been producing rabbit fur felt hats since 1857. For a more classic look, select a standard width brim fur felt Fedora, also from Borsalino.
Folded, double sided edges that go all the way to the edge with sewn card slots – Fort Belvedere Wallet
Fort Belvedere Wallet
Although we live in a highly digitized world, old world items such as a nice wallet have a tremendous impact on the impression you make on other people.
A good wallet starts with great base materials. For this wallet, we use a black boxcalf leather that is dyed in Germany from German cows, and then thinned down so the final wallet won’t be too thick. Unlike most wallets, the surface of Fort Belvedere leathers is not pigment coated, which means you can actually see the fine pores. This makes for a more luxurious tactile feel and it develops a beautiful patina, whereas other leathers just look old. Fort Belvedere Wallet.
Bosch Drill
Bosch Drill/Driver Set
The brand new HDS183-01 Striker3 is Bosch’s newest MPP hammer drill and is arguably one of the best, if not the best brushless drills on the market. One of Bosch’s Compact Tough designs, it has a short head-length and is light weight but with plenty of muscle. It delivers a powerful performance, with 531 In.-Lbs. of torque, two drilling speeds (0-1,900 rpm for high speed and 0-600 rpm for high torque), an impact rate of 28,500 bpm for masonry applications and 20+1 precision clutch settings for reduced fastener damage. It’s professional gear at a price that makes it great for the home. Bosch Drill / Driver Set.
Brigg Gentleman’s Umbrella
Brigg Gentleman’s Umbrella
The Brigg umbrella is the quintessential gentleman’s umbrella used by London’s aristocrats since 1750. A handcrafted mix of exquisite materials and rarefied expertise, Brigg umbrellas are a sign of impeccable taste. This one-piece umbrella has a polished stripped cherry handle and shaft. With the option of a gold or silver collar that can be monogrammed, it comes with a canopy made from your choice of black nylon or hand-woven silk in a frame that can withstand even the harshest rain storms. Briggs Gentleman’s Umbrella.
Frasco Shaving Mirror
Frasco 7.5″ Double-Sides 3X Shaving Mirror
Made in Germany, this mirror from Frasco helps a gentleman safely shave and groom himself while being able to examine every hair and pore. With a normal reflection on one side and a 3x magnification on the other, the mirror can be moved up and down as well as tilted to find the best view in any bathroom. Frasco Shaving Mirror.
$300 – $500
Newbury Chelsea Boot
Newbury Chelsea Boot Crockett & Jones
The Newbury is a Chelsea boot with broguing that’s made from resplendent tan scotch grain leather with a ‘Dainite’, winter-ready rubber sole. For men who read our footwear reviews and enjoy well-made shoes, this is one boot that you’ll want to reward them with this holiday season. Crockett & Jones Newbury Chelsea Boot.
Ergotron Home Lift 35 Standing Desk
Ergotron Home Lift 35 Standing Desk
For the home office or cubicle dweller, sitting all day can be boring and unhealthy. This easy-to-lift workstation converts any surface into a flexible sit-stand desk, giving you the recently proven health benefits of standing while working. Shipped ready-to-use, simply release the desk’s hand-brake levers to instantly stand up or sit down as you work. Ergotron Home Lift 35 Standing Desk.
Harman Kardon Play Go
Harman / Kardon Play+Go
Known for their high-performance sound, this modern portable speaker can connect via Bluetooth to three different sources at once. Using quad drivers, the wireless speaker fills your room with a full spectrum of sound for up to 8-hours of playtime. With a built-in conferencing system, you can also use it to make and receive calls, or charge your smartphone or tablet via USB. It is the perfect solution for those who enjoy the freedom of being able to take a quality speaker with them, either room to room or place to place. Harman / Kardon Play+Go.
$500 – $1000
Pelikan M600 Fountain Pen in Bordeaux
Pelikan M600 Souveran Fountain Pen in Bordeaux
Pelikan is known for making some of the most elegant and well-respected fine writing instruments in the world. Most will recognize their hallmark striped fountain pens in green and blue, but only the most serious collectors seem to be familiar with the bordeaux version. This deep and enchanting red pen features Pelikan’s notable black pinstripes. With a black resin cap and gold clip and nib, this is one pen that will continue to fetch compliments from those you admire. The M600 Souveran is a mid-sized fountain pen that is perfect for most hand sizes. Not overly large, but not small either, it will fit perfectly in your jacket’s pen pocket, on your desk as a showpiece, or in your attache to serve you at the most important meetings of your life. Pelikan M600 Fountain Pen in Bordeaux.
Weber Genesis BBQ
Weber Genesis BBQ
If the guy you’re buying for enjoys grilling, there is no better pick than the Weber Genesis. Most grills are designed to last up to a few years. Weber designs their grills with a lifetime in mind. Today, there are many men who still have the same grill they bought thirty or forty years ago. Weber makes standout quality grills that are easy to operate, ideal to work with, and produce some of the best results in the industry. Unlike most of the grills we’ve tried, Weber is consistent and works flawlessly with easy cleanup and little to no maintenance. Weber Genesis in Espresso.
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