Jonathan Ruggerio | December 10, 2018
Holiday Gift Guide 2018
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It’s that time of the year again. Time for good cheer, good friends, and good food with the family. And of course… Time for presents. Now yes, we’d be honored if you chose one of our incredible rings to give to someone special this year (even if that someone special is you.)
But this time, Manly Bands is going to spread the love, and hook you up with a metric ton of great ideas from a bunch of companies we love and respect here. So, without any further delay, we present our picks for the 2018 Manly Bands Holiday Gift Guide!
CARVED
OUR TAKE:
Manly Men and Nature were born to be together. And wood is the greatest symbol of Nature's Awesomeness. It was one of our first building materials, our first fuel source, and thanks to the crew at Carved, it is now the manliest material to encase your phone. Plus, they have other awesome accessories like hand-crafted knives and wallets.
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
Carved was born from an idea to join natural materials with technology. Each piece we make is one-of-a-kind and handmade here at our shop in Elkhart, Indiana. Whether you're looking for a phone case, wallet, power bank or speaker made from naturally unique materials, we've got you covered.
FULTON & ROARK
OUR TAKE:
Just because you are a Manly Man, doing Manly Things, you don't have to smell like it. The team at Fulton & Roark take your manly grooming ritual seriously, providing quality scents and soaps in easy to use containers (most of their scents come in a solid form, for easy application.) So if you want products that keep you smelling as awesome as you are, you don't need to look any further.
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
Fulton & Roark is a men's grooming company that creates grooming products specifically for the way men operate. Their travel-friendly, shatter-proof solid colognes are the perfect gift for your brother, your buddy (or for yourself). Through Christmas, you can get $10 off any purchase with the coupon code, MANLY.
BEARDBRAND
OUR TAKE:
In every manly beard, a little balm must be applied... Or something like that. Point is this: If you rock Manly Face Fur, you need Manly products to keep your chin shrubbery looking its best, and the crew at Beardbrand know just what you need. Not just balms, but cleansers, shampoo, mustache wax, and every tool you need to keep your beard at 100%. Best of all, their "Mission To Foster Confidence Through Grooming" means they are there to answer any questions you have, and help you be the best you can be.
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
Beardbrand is a premium men’s grooming company with products for your beard, body and hair. We are on a mission to foster confidence through grooming and is not just our amazing products but also our creative content on YouTube and our blog. Free shipping for subscription orders or orders over $50. Clink the link below or visit them on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/beardbrand
WOOL&PRINCE
OUR TAKE:
When you hear "wool clothing," you may not get the "warm and fuzzies" right off the bat. But the squad at Wool & Prince intend to change all that with their line of Merino wool offerings. Wrinkle resistant, odor resistant, and long lasting, you'll find yourself going longer between washes, and doing less laundry is ALWAYS a bonus!
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
Wool&Prince is founded on the idea that guys get more out of life when they have fewer things. That’s why we’re bringing the time-tested benefits of merino wool to everyday garments. Our vision is to own less, own better, and get to the things we love doing.
FC GOODS
OUR TAKE:
The relationship between Men and their wallets is an oft-overlooked, but truly special thing. It's where we keep most of our most vital documents, access to all our manly funds, and a few other truly important items we won't mention here. The team at Fielder's Choice Goods respect that bond, and take leather from vintage baseball gloves to produce one-of-a-kind wallets worthy of the most Manly of guys.
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
FC Goods makes handcrafted modern wallets out of vintage baseball gloves and full grain US steerhide. We also have a program called the Pastime Custom Program that allows customers to send their own glove in to be made into a wallet.
NEXTRINO
OUR TAKE:
Being a Manly Man, you may very well have an incredibly active lifestyle. And as awesome as that is, it does lead to one serious problem: Pain. You work hard, you play hard, you ache hard. That's just the way it goes... Until you meet the team from Nextrino. These folks specialize in tools to help you recover from whatever hard work you put in, helping you get ready to do it all again tomorrow.
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
Nextrino's innovative fitness recovery products are used by athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB to reach peak performance. Their flagship product, the NextRoller Vibrating Foam Roller, combines the benefits of foam rolling with the relaxing comfort of sports massage. Manly Gift Guide readers can receive 10% off of any order at nextrino.com through the end of the year with code MANLY.
BOREDWALK T-SHIRTS
OUR TAKE:
Clothing is required. Shirts that truly represent who you are as a Manly Dude, however, are a mission. The team at Boredwalk strive to offer you not just that, but also awesome shirts for your Manly ladies and kids. Check out a few of their awesome designs.
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
Boredwalk is an artist owned and operated apparel brand based in Los Angeles. The product line includes soft ringspun cotton tees, tanks, and fleece for men women and kids, plus a selection of fun accessories and decor. If you love collecting compliments on your outstanding taste, adding Boredwalk to your wardrobe is a surefire way to get some attention everywhere you go.
IMA USA
OUR TAKE:
Some men collect stamps. Some, baseball cards. And for truly macho Men, the answer is Military Memorabilia. And that is exactly what the folks at IMA love to provide. They strive to preserve history, and offer you only the best in authentic military uniforms and equipment.
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
International Military Antiques sells vintage pieces dating between 1645 to 1945 that vary from WWII Flight Jackets to American Revolutionary War muskets. IMA supplied the films "Saving Private Ryan" and "Band of Brothers" and the CEO, Alex, is the militaria expert on the History Channel's "Pawn Stars". Save 5% when you subscribe to our email newsletter and enjoy free domestic shipping with purchase of $150 or more!
SLICK PRODUCTS USA
OUR TAKE:
You're a Manly Man, who takes care of his Manly needs. but what about your Manly Car? What do you do keep that beast looking its best? If the answer isn't Slick Products USA, you're doing your vehicle a disservice. These folks have put in the hours for over a decade to put out the best products for keep your car looking great. So check them out!
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
Slick Products offers the best vehicle cleaning products for the off-road and street enthusiast. Our 3-Step Process and cleaners provide customers with a faster, safer, and easier wash experience. So, whether you need to clean up after hitting the track or the weekly commute, we got you covered. For the holiday season, we are giving you $40 off our top selling cleaners and accessories. Head to our site today and save big!
2 HOUNDS DESIGN
OUR TAKE:
What Manly Man shops for what he needs, but forgets his best friend? The squad at 2 Hounds Design aim to keep your favorite canine companion looking just as sharp as you. With collars and leashes of all sizes and styles, to their top-of-the-line Freedom No Pull Harness, you'll know your faithful friend is walking in comfort AND style.
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
2 Hounds Design makes the Freedom No Pull harness as well as a custom line of dog collars for large breeds. Use coupon code MansBestFriend2018 and save $10 while finding a great gift for your canine best friend!
FEEJAYS
OUR TAKE:
Being cold: Ain't Nobody Got Time For That! Thankfully, the crew at Feejays has your perfect solution: Sweatpants with feet, and Sweatshirts with Mittens. Yes, you can adjust them to have your hands and feet free, should you wish. But once you feel how warm and comfortable they are, why would you want to? Get shopping and get warm!
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
Made for keeping you cozy. Sweatpants with Feet - Sweatshirt with Mitts. Use code GIFT18 for 15% off your next order.
KEG SMITHS
OUR TAKE:
Do we really have to say anything more than these two words: Portable. Keg. Yeah, that's right. The team at Keg Smiths have revolutionized the industry with their amazing 8-pint portable kegs. These bad boys are easy to clean, easy to maintain, and they have versions that run on CO2 or Nitrogen. What more could you need?
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
The Keg Smith’s 8-Pint unit is a 128 oz. portable draft keg system. The 8-Pint is perfect for the beverage enthusiast and home brewers alike. Fill it with your favorite beverage or mixed drink like coffee, beer, mimosas and iced tea. Currently offering 30% for the entire month of December.
THE CHAMBONG
OUR TAKE:
That's right, you no longer have to drink your champagne from the top of the glass in slow, metered sips, like some sort of animal. You can take the whole glass at once, shotgunning that sweet, bubbly elixir the way Odin intended it. With multiple sizes, a choice between glass or plastic, and a whole host of accessories, this is a gift you just can't pass up.
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
Turn the party up to 11 with Chambong for a whole new drinking experience. Consume your favorite adult beverage rapidly and in style with our King size, Mini, or Acrylic Chambongs. Be the party starter this holiday season - order now to receive 15% off your Chambong and celebrate New Year’s Eve in style! Use promo code: MANLY15 (Not valid on wholesale orders)
SWANKY BADGER
OUR TAKE:
Men have particular needs and wants, and when the time comes to shop for them, the team at Swanky Badger is here. With a rich collection of Manly gifts ready for personalization, spanning the ranks from bottle openers and flasks, to wallets, watches, and glasses, you are sure to find the perfect gift for that Manly man on your shopping list.
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
Swanky Badger creates personalized gifts that guys actually want. It started in 2014 when founder, Mark Hanratty was looking for Groomsmen Gifts for his wedding. He wanted personalized, yet practical gifts that his guys would use and appreciate far beyond his wedding day. He couldn't find anything on the market that matched his need so he made them himself, and hasn't stopped since.
GENTLEMAN'S GAZETTE
OUR TAKE:
When it is time to get fancy, do you know what to do, dude? Sure, a suit or tux is one thing, but there are a lot of moving parts to making a truly stelar look, and the crew at Gentleman's Gazette are here for you. Sporting a hefty collection of accessories from ties, to cumberbunds, to socks, these folks have your back. On top of that, there are a whole slew of ebooks and courses available to keep you on top of your style game. Win-Win dude!
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
The classic silk satin butterfly bow tie is the perfect thing to wear when the invitation says black tie and you wear your tuxedo. This bow tie is handmade from the finest Italian silk satin and self-tie, meaning you tie it yourself so it looks sophisticated. Unlike 99.99% of other bow ties it comes sized to your necksize s you don't have any adjusters and you always looks your best. This bow tie truly separates the boys from the gentlemen.
JJ SUSPENDERS
OUR TAKE:
Suspenders: Some men just get them, and some don't. But don't fret, good sir. Because the crew at JJ Suspenders have your back, with an awesome collection of manhood's most under appreciated accessory. They've really put the work in to make the highest quality product there is, so it is worth your time to go take a look.
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
Classic cognac tan leather suspenders with bold stitching and weathered hardware. A soft elastic back increases comfort and mobility while preventing clips from slipping off your pants when sitting or kneeling. They include interchangeable clip and button attachments (with sewing kit) so you can wear them with any pants and come in a manly burlap bag for easy storage.
BADASS WORK GEAR
OUR TAKE:
Manly Men do Manly Work. And when it is time to do that work, Men need equipment that can handle the tough stuff. Welcome to BadAss Work Gear, the toughest line of work bags and accesories out there. Whether you work in the oil fields, as a firefighter/emt, or the military itself, you know you have the right bags when you use Badass Work Gear.
THE OFFICIAL WORD:
Bad Ass Work Gear makes Tough Gear for Tough Men. Our bags are proudly carried by oilfield workers, firefighters, EMS, the Army, and guys just like you. This Bad Ass Tool Pouch is our first consumer product, designed to outperform competitors with heavier weight canvas, premium YKK zippers, rounded bottoms for more storage, and of course a handy hanging grommet for easy storage. Plus, when your buddies come over for a beer, you'll have one heck of a conversation starter! Use the coupon code "MANLY" and get free shipping. Any friend of Manly Bands is a friend of ours.