Fountain Pens
Currently Inked: Five Fountain Pen and Ink Pairings Worth Copying
Five pens in rotation with five well-chosen inks, from a wet extra fine Aurora to a sacrificial Preppy running permanent Noodler's Bay State Blue.
Independent reviews
Product Reviews and Buying Guides – 268 / 805
From everyday tech and home products to lifestyle and specialist gear, each review focuses on practical use, strengths, limitations, and who the product suits.
Fountain Pens
Currently Inked: Five Fountain Pen and Ink Combinations for a Seasonal Rotation
Five fountain pens currently inked for a monthly rotation, from a Cross Peerless 125 to a dedicated Platinum Preppy loaded with Bay State Blue, each paired with an ink that suits the season.
Everyday Carry
Dango A10 Spec Ops Wallet Review: Rugged EDC With Real Utility
The Dango A10 Spec Ops adds Cerakote finish, a new MT-05 multi-tool, and a card capacity range up to 18 with the bifold adapter. Here is what works and what to check first.
Wallets
Dango M4 Bifold Wallet Review: A Hybrid Minimalist Wallet With Real Capacity
Dango's new M4 Bifold pairs the smooth aluminum rail chassis of the original M4 with a leather or D-Tech bifold, adding card capacity without losing the minimalist design.
Everyday Carry
Dango M4 Maverick Rail Wallet Review: A Slimmer Take on the M1
The M4 Maverick Rail Wallet refines Dango's sliding rail design with a slimmer profile, polymer prongs, and a hidden cash compartment. Here is how it compares to the M1.
EDC Knives
DeWalt EDC Flipper Utility Knife Review: A $15 Big Box Surprise
DeWalt's new EDC pocket knife delivers ball bearing action, a drop shut detent, and a surprisingly well-executed tanto design at a very low price.
Fountain Pens
Diplomat Arrow Review: A Precision-Machined Fountain Pen with a Standout Steel Nib
An all-metal cigar-shaped fountain pen from Germany with exceptional build quality, a superbly smooth steel nib, and one of the most satisfying cap mechanisms around.
Drones
DJI Neo Review: A Pocket-Sized Follow Drone That Survives the Woods
A hands-on look at how the DJI Neo tracks cyclists and runners through trees, its real speed limits, and whether its durability holds up after dozens of crashes.
Drones
DJI Neo Tracking Speed After the Firmware Update: What It Can Really Follow
The DJI Neo was famously slow at following riders and runners. A firmware update changes that, and real testing shows where the new limits sit.
Travel Bags
Double Oak Essentials Travel Bags: Weekender, Backpack, and Dop Kit Review
Three waxed canvas and full grain leather travel bags with YKK zippers and a lifetime warranty, reviewed up close.
Everyday Carry
Double Oak Smart Wallets: Two Models Compared, One Clear Favorite
Double Oak's quick-deploy smart wallets combine a locking card mechanism with solid metal construction. Here is how the standard and carbon fiber models compare.
Everyday Carry
Duette Raptor Wallet Review: Bold Eagle Design, Mixed Execution
A vertical aluminum case wallet with a unique sliding mechanism, strong build quality, and a few annoyances worth knowing before you buy.
Art Supplies
Duomo 50 Artist Pencil Set Review: A Budget-Friendly Way to Start Making Art
Fifty pencils spanning colored, charcoal, watercolor, graphite, and metallic varieties, all in one oversized gift-ready box for around $19.
Avionics
Dynon SkyView 10-inch Display: A Practical Avionics Choice for Experimental Builders
Why this dual-screen glass panel setup appeals to homebuilders, from plug-and-play wiring kits to battery backup and clever panel ergonomics.
Travel Gear
Ecuador and Galapagos Travel Gear Roundup: 8 Pieces That Earned Their Place
Two and a half weeks traveling Ecuador and the Galapagos out of a 30 liter pack. Here are eight gear picks that worked, plus the trade-offs to know before buying.
Everyday Carry
Everyday Carry Roundup: 13 Pieces of EDC Gear Worth Knowing About
From modular key organizers and travel-friendly multi-tools to premium fixed blades, these 13 items cover a complete everyday carry setup.
Wallets & EDC
Ekster Parliament AirTag Wallet Review: A Refined Upgrade With a Smart New Pocket
The updated Ekster Parliament adds a dedicated AirTag pocket to an already smooth fanning card wallet. Here is what to know before buying.
Travel Backpacks
Evergoods Civic Panel Loader CPL 24 Review: A Premium Personal Item Travel Backpack
A close look at the Evergoods CPL 24: top-tier materials, smart organization, and real trade-offs like weight and a bulky laptop compartment.
Everyday Carry
Everyday Carry Finds Worth Knowing: 12 Picks for Work, Travel and Play
From a modular magnetic battery pack to a zirconium click pen, twelve everyday carry products that earn their place in a pocket or on a desk.
Everyday Carry
Everyday Carry Picks: A Pen, a Notebook, and Two Clever Keychain Tools
Five compact everyday carry items with practical designs, including a magnetic-clip pen, a classic pocket notebook, and carbon fiber keychain gear.
Everyday Carry
Everyday Carry Roundup: 10 Pocket-Friendly Picks Worth a Spot in Your Kit
From a pocketknife with attitude to a credit-card-sized travel charger, ten everyday carry products that earn their place through design and function.
Everyday Carry
Everyday Carry Update 2025: Budget Finds and a Few Premium Upgrades
Thirteen everyday carry items tested over two months, from a $16 folding knife to a MagnaCut fixed blade and a flashlight that might be the best value on the market.
Flashlights
Fenix LR36R Review: 10,000-Lumen Flood Light and White Laser Spotlight in One Package
The Fenix LR36R combines a 10,000-lumen flood beam with a class 3B white laser LEP for 1,260 meters of throw. We compare it against the HT30R and LR35R.
Flashlights
Fenix PD40R Version 3 Review: A Serious Throw Upgrade With a Dial That Finally Works
The PD40R Version 3 keeps the 3,000-lumen output of its predecessor but adds 95 meters of throw, an SOS mode, and a redesigned mechanical dial that makes mode selection effortless.
Flashlights
Fenix PD45R ACE Review: A Powerful Flashlight With Six Programmable Personalities
A well-built 3,200-lumen tactical flashlight with six programmable UI options, a 6,000 mAh battery, and a few trade-offs worth knowing before you buy.
Flashlights
Fenix TK22 TAC Review: A 2,800-Lumen Tactical Flashlight Built for Real Use
The Fenix TK22 TAC pairs 2,800 lumens and a 540-meter throw with a clever mechanical toggle switch. Here is what to know before buying.
Knives
Finch Buffalo Tooth Review: A Stumpy-Looking Everyday Knife That Surprises
A three-inch 154CM spear point flipper with titanium handles and cocobolo inlays that turns out far more comfortable than it looks online.
Everyday Carry Knives
The Five-Knife Collection Under $80: Five Folding Knives That Cover Every Base
Five folding knives, each under $80, chosen to cover saltwater duty, hard use, elegance, everyday carry, and food prep.
Everyday Carry
Flipside 5 Wallet Review: What's New Compared to the Flipside 4
Seven years after the Flipside 4, the new Flipside 5 brings aluminum face plates, quick draw card slots on both sides, and a stainless steel cash clip. Here's how the two compare.
Fountain Pen Inks
Six Fountain Pen Day Ink Picks Worth a Second Look
From a true sepia to a soft Delft blue, these six inks cover browns, greens, oranges, and blues with shading worth watching.