Category Archives: men

speedometer watches.

I know i have discussed this idea with a certain friend of mine.  These watches made by Rufus Lin Designs are very literal scaled reproductions from speedeometers of certain classic cars.  Prices range from $260 to $830, depending on model.  Why is it, that anything with “Bugatti” on it automatically becomes expensive!? ha!  Overall though, these are pretty interesting; and for someone who owns one of these cars—-they would make an ideal gift for, or for them to collect.

Jaguar E-Type, Series 3

Bugatti T57 Atlantic

 

see the rest of their speedemoter watches on the Rufus Lin website:

http://www.rufuslin.com/cat_speedometer.html

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video of the day (2): 250 SWB

got this from the mighty Automobiliac blog.  Again, i regret posting Ferrari stuff, because i really don’t like Ferraris….but there is something wonderful about the audio recording on this video…….the sound coming out of that 250 SWB is magnificent.

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Billykirk card case.

I’ve always liked nice wallets.  I’ve also always liked tidy, non-George Costanza wallets.  I rarely carry much cash—and if i do, it will be less than $40.  I don’t like loading up on people’s business cards, etc.  This is why we have electronic assistance in storing numbers, names, etc.

Last year, i went around the corner from our old flat to Hollander & Lexer when i was having a bad day, and decide to buy myself a new wallet.  For years now, i’ve noticed that my life takes small changs after i change (A) my wallet and (B) my phone.  I am not a superstitious person, however i do acknowledge that finances and communication are 2 reasonably important elements in our daily lives.

I bought a small card case made by Billykirk that day.  It was about $90 with tax.  Kinda steep for a simple leather case, but beautifully made, with vintage stitching and authentic, non-overfinished faded leather.  A beautiful card case, which never bulges out of my rear pocket. Easily carries 5-10 card-related things on me, with room for 2-$20 bills if i need be.

They have nice bags and belts as well if you are in need of gentleman leather goods.

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