I really enjoy your videos as a 51 year old young man lol. I feel I have a sense of direction when it comes to fashion for men of my age group now, thanks to you awesome tutorial videos. Keep them coming. You are a legend!
When my dad was a young man, he was born in 1923, a manly item was a handmade bamboo fly rod. So naturally, when I graduated from High School, he bought me an Orvis Battenkill bamboo fly rod and Hardy reel. He said that I would have it my entire life, and pass it on to one of my children. My dad has been gone for over 25 years, though every time I go fishing, he is there with me!
A basic pocket knife, especially if you're an outdoorsman. You know, open a box, cut off tags from that white shirt with french cuffs, skin a snake ..... Legend.
My thots exactly, Tom. A nice pocketknife says you’re a man who’s better prepared than most and conveys a sense of responsibility and manliness. I think too, we should all have a larger knife, maybe a fixed blade, for outdoor activities. Not saying a Crocodile Dundee Noife…😎 but rather something with a strong blade maybe 3-4”.
Morals are fluid between cultures and times, virtue is simply having a strong moral sense and faith is arguable depending on whether it is evidence based.
@Gen Corp so we are to change our morals as times change, so theft is Being made acceptable, poor behavior is being more and more acceptable. Disrespecting one another is becoming more and more acceptable. Are we supposed to change our morals based on what is being pushed by the media? Hebrews 11:1, KJV: "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen."
@@hodog175 we already do. In biblical times it was no issue for a 30 year old man to marry an 11 year old girl. Do you think we should have stuck with that?
Legend. I would add the following items to the list of manly things to own: 1. A good quality hunting rifle, shotgun, and at least one pistol. And know how to use them safely and accurately. 2. A high-quality pocket comb. Mine is a synthetic tortoise folding type from Gentleman’s Finest, made in Switzerland. Nothing says you can’t care about good grooming without being vain. 3. On watches, it is my belief a real man shd have at least one very high-quality watch, something that is jewelry quality, Swiss-made, and that can go with the finest suit as well as any casual clothing without seeming too flashy. If you have to save up a couple thousand to get it so be it. Depending on just a cell phone for the time, to me, conveys that one is not concerned about time, man’s greatest ally or enemy, depending on his outlook. 4. As mentioned above, I think every man should own a very high quality suit. Something that is of timeless design, custom-tailored to fit ones own body perfectly. It’s not something you use every day, but when you do need it, it should make a definite statement that puts you head and shoulders above the crowd. A good tailor can help with a style that fits all time periods and that will never go out of style. 5. While you mentioned two wallets, one everyday and another, I choose to have as my secondary, a man’s secretary-type wallet that should only be carried in a suit or sport jacket breast pocket. These wallets should be made of very high quality leather, have plenty of currency and card slots, and can be personalized with initials in gold. Nothing speaks of class and style at a cocktail party or semi-formal event like a wallet that is understated but at the same time classy. 6. Last but not least, every man who wants to make a lasting, good impression should own at least one very nice writing instrument. There are many brands and styles, ballpoint/fountain/rollerball so something for everyone. I know for some younger men they’d rather just use their phone to make notes or record something but I believe being able to pull out a nice pen to write something down conveys a sense that it (whatever is being written) is important enough to warrant special attention. Ahem…maybe also a small leather note pad? It’s convenient to have paper in case you need to pass a note to one of the opposite sex when you don’t yet know their phone number, or they yours. That’s all I have John! Hope this helps.
One word that could describe this wonderful guy the best would be simply class. Keep up the great work, mate, we love your content and the way you're presenting it.
Legend. Definitely a good quality set of kitchen knives along with pots and pans. There’s no better way to impress than with a decent meal and a good set of tools to get it done.
Yes kitchen knives are good but not necessarily a set. Just 3 chosen with care is enough and maybe a couple more depending on your style of cooking. Have the equipment and skill to keep them razor sharp and some way to store them. I have a counter top magnetic holder made of walnut. It's about caring about and caring for your kitchen equipment not necessarily matching sets.
Legend. Good morning, John. Two things come immediately to mind. 1) a full size black umbrella. 2) shine box. Brushes, magic erasers, suede brush, assortment of polish, creams, saddle soap and mink oil with applicators.
Legend. I shave with the razor my Dad was issued in the US Navy during the Korean War and use a badger bristle shaving brush I made. Pretty manly even if I do say so myself.
1. A very nice Spyderco or Benchmade quality knife 2. A Cross or high end ballpoint pen. 3. A small high quality tactical flashlight. All three for EDC and I find I use them all the time and they accent your style as man jewelry. Speaking of time they always match my watch as well. Remember a fine Seiko is just as fine as a Swiss Made! 😉
I agree on having a modest amount of EDC gear. Some people tend to go overboard with this but I typically carry a pocket knife, small flashlight, and pen. If I'm doing outdoors stuff I sometimes carry a good sized multitool and on 2 occasions when i've been out far from town with friends in their vehicles my multitool has allowed us to make small repairs so the vehicle could make it back to town.
Legend. Men should always have on their person when not cumbersome, a good quality, stylish pocket/utility knife. I try to carry my old fashioned Swiss army knife everywhere. You instantly up your "man" creds when you're the one guy in the group that has this needed tool on your person when the rare need arises - to cut, pry, tighten, fight off an angry grizzly bear .... (well maybe not that one)
@ Kris K. While I have packed a Swiss Army Knife in my "Business Bag" every day or the last 40 years, and being a Salesman in the Computer and Telecommunication Industry I have used every blade and tool. But the most useful knife that I own is a very small knife that fits onto my key holder, which it is always with me. It has solved so many problems that I consider such a small knife to be priceless. And fixing problems onthe spot is great Street Cred. Phil.
The one downside is if you have to go through security .. my job takes me into multiple buildings daily quite a few of which have security. Also there quite a few places you can go to casually that have metal detectors so gotta be careful with this.
Living in Minnesota, it's essential to have certain items in your car. Between the months of August and June, I keep a metal shovel, jumper cables, some basic tools, a tow strap, heavy duty winter clothes, and a fairly extensive first aid kit. If I come upon an accident, or a simple "break down", I don't want to be one of those "guys" who doesn't even have an ice scraper. Not very "manly". : )
Garrison Keilor once said that in Minnesota, once August hits, you better have an ice scraper in your car. Otherwise, your neighbors will see you trying to scrape off the ice with your credit card and accuse you of not really being from there.
I agree with the basic gear. We have some parts of the country where ice scraper and winter clothes would not be needed but everywhere in the country there is a need for a small tire pump and jumper cables or these days even a rechargeable jump starter. And of course you have to know how to use those items. Lastly this is not an item you can buy and carry with you but have the knowledge to change a spare tire. Over the years jump starting cars, changing tires and airing up tires has helped me continue on my journey as well as rescue someone else who needed help. Automotive tools were mentioned and although I don't carry them all the time, in the past when I've carried them I've had occasion to use them to rescue myself.
Legend. As a beer, wine and whisky drinker and a cigar smoker I recommend: pewter tankards (properly ‘seasoned’), a Swiss Army Knife with bottle opener and corkscrew for when action is needed, proper wine glasses that allow you to savour the aroma and taste of wine, decent whisky tumblers and a good cigar humidor, cutter and lighter. Heaven!
Legend - A variety of whiskey or scotch, cigars! Knives & guns, weights, and tools... Also, books, a man should be well-read. Bonus points for a small study space.
Legend. I own everything you suggested except the poker set; not interested so it will not happen. Enjoyed ticking off the rest of the items. Looking forward to next video.
Legend. Got always have a proper watch. Not a smart watch. So right about good glasses. I like the point on bags, a man wearing a suit cannot have their laptop in a back pack. I adore my white shirt with a suit, always cuff links.
LEGEND…. 1. Quality matching cookware 2. Matching dinnerware and silverware 3. Collection of sports memorabilia 4. Clean outdoor gear 5. Books/ library displayed 6. Cologne 7. Tie/ belt top drawer organizer 8. Closet organizer 9. Good phone case 10. Family photos Just a few off the top of my head. Live your best life, class, style and most of all be you.
Outside of the cigars and poker chips I'm happy to say I have all the other items and yes, I do include the candles! One one thing I would add is a nice pen. I own a Mont Blanc and every time I take it out of my shirt or jacket pocket I feel a little bit better about myself.
My another Hit!!! For me I have somethings a guy need 1. Tool box 2. Guitar 3. Sport equipment bumbells, ECT. 4. Watches Invicta and technomarine have several and now looking for something bit expensive. 5. Wallet have like 3 . 6. Books how to improve in life Thanks Man, I'm watching some of you're past vids.
I started smoking cigars 30 yrs ago when I joined the military as an after the field treat. Now I'm retired and get together with other Vets and enjoy a stick, we also travel to cigar events. My favorite humidor is a custom piece that was my grandpa's military trunk that I had made into a humidor, so it has that military theme. My favorite sticks are Nicaraguan but a Dominican can be nice in the morning, I have a few Cuban sticks that I save for special moments. Welcome to the cigar family PSSITA
Or wait for a Randolph Engineering sale and get a pair of aviator (actual supplier for military pilots). Comes with lifetime warranty. My black/mat black has easily survived the jungle of Myanmar and other places not on maps.
Legend. A basic pocket knife when you are not at a formal event and a gun in your vehicle provided you live in a state that allows it and you are not apposed to owning a weapon.
Exactly Steven! And we should add that if a gun owner, you should know how to use it, safely and expertly if possible. There are plenty of shooting clubs and ranges a man can get solid instruction and be better prepared.
I shave with an old school single blade safety razor. Good old lather shaving cream, boar hair brush just like my dad. He taught me how to shave. Also own a toolbox just like my dad had. And two fountain pens cause I had enough of crappy ball pens and decided to go back to good ole' zaner bloser cursive. 👍🏻😀
Safety razors are my go to, it’s easier and safer to load the blades if you put the top cap in your hand, drop the blade on and put the base plate on and screw the handle on
Legend. Used to patronize The Art of Shaving when they had a retail outlet in a nearby mall. Didn't realize they were still around. Thanks for the heads up. Looks like I'm only 50% manly, LOL! Keep up the great work.
A Selangor Pewter Hip Flask will last a life time and you will create a great impression when you produce a small flask of Irish Whiskey to up grade the "Take away coffee" that you bought to share with a friend, Of course Bushmillers is famous for running an advertisement in Esquire asking that you don't waste a good Irish Whiskey by pouring a measure into your coffee. A LEGEND would not be drinking Coffee in the first Place when you have an Irish name. Phil.
Yeah. Cuz nothing says class more than a guy who carries his own personal high-end hip flask on him at all times, so that he can add that little sump’n sump’n to whatever boring beverage that gets put in front of him. The only people I’ve ever seen carrying their own personal hip flasks were alcoholics.
Legend!! I already have a nice brown leather fold-out weekender bag with both a suit compartment and shoe compartment which I love to rock when teaveling!! Just used it last weekend in a two-day informercial shoot that I starred in and the director commented on how he loved it...so much so that he had me actually use it in a shot of me changing into my dance shoes at a dance studio!! I also have some nice wiskey glasses as well as a simple, but elegant rosewood desktop humidor for my cigars which I enjoy only on special occasions due to my healthy active lifestyle (usually on my birthday and around Thanksgiving, Christmas amd New Year). Started working on my watch collection 2 years ago with a watch I bought on my last trip home to the U.K. in late 2019 just before the pandemic. Currently have 3 watches and I'm eyeing to buy a nice brown leather watch display case I saw in Pottery Barn. Working on buying a very nice leather wallet from Fortnum & Mason. Already have my first pair of cufflinks that a co-worker bought me, so I'm also working on buying my first white dress shirt with French cuffs!! Progressively acquiring these manly items!! 😉 Thanks for this vid!!!
1. Army map case with name and Captain's bars sewed on. 2. Colt 1911 3. Harley 4. Engraved Sword given to me upon graduation as honor graduate of Officer Candidate School. 5. The saxophone my grandfather bought me and taught me on. 6. Stainless steel Vietnam POW/MIA bracelet. 7. Bible passed down through the generations with highlighting and notes scribbled in the margins by each generation. 8. A handmade craft my daughter made me that says; I love you, Daddy. 9. The high quality shaving set with boar hair brush and pewter razor that my son gave me. 10. Leatherman multi-tool 11. Engraved switchblade knife my veteran's motorcycle club gave me after serving as club president.
Legend. Well......tsk ..... I don't consume alcohol or smoke. I only have a couple of watches and I am handy with a wrench, a hammer and a screwdriver.
Hey John great 👍 ideas, most of the items you mentioned I already have!! So I guess I'm very Manly 😂 Keep up the great work John have a great day buddy
cast iron pans or quality cook ware if you are into cooking; semi auto pistol, revolver, shotgun and long range rifle; if you own a house, power tools are a must; again if you own a house a snowblower and other outdoor power equipment; knowing basic auto maintenance; plants that you know how to keep alive; a quality stereo system; quality knives and cutlery; books, whether it be classic literature or ones that focus on your passions; a hefty safe to house currency and precious metals; a moody and masculine bedroom; quality real wood furniture; and my own personal favorite, a preferably wood EXECUTIVE DESK! as my old man says, 'you get your power sitting behind a desk'..and he didn't mean that in terms of vocation.
I loved my watch winder but I don't use it anymore. I learned that running a mechanical watch wears it out sooner. Let it run down and stop if you aren't going to wear it for a week or a month. Resting it will increase it's intervals between servicing. Some inexpensive automatic watches such as Seiko 5 cannot be hand wound so temptation is to put them on a winder. Don't buy automatic watches that cannot be hand wound. Many, if not most micro brands use the NH35 movement that can be hand wound. Ironically that movement is made by Seiko but they don't use it in their own watches.
Legend. I own many of these, but picked up a few good ideas also. Most of my shave gear is Art of Shaving, including straight razor and strop, as well as safety razor. One exception is that I actually like Trufit & Hill shaving oil a little more- nice citrus scent and not so viscous (art of shaving is Camphor based). And a little goes a long way. I also have bunch of tools - work on my Cherokee off and on, as well as occasional house work. Thanks again for a great video.
Legend. I stopped wearing sunglasses because the polarization in my sunglasses made viewing LCD screens difficult. At least 5 years ago, I just got used to it. It probably occurred when I switched from using an old Nokia 808 Pureview with an AMOLED screen to my first Android phone, a Nexus 5.
Legend. - 2 clean white handkerchiefs. One for your use. One for whomever else may need it. The one for me is in my right front pants pocket. The one for them is in the inside left breast pocket of my coat or jacket. - A signature drink or cocktail appropriate to the situation, that you don't have to hem and haw over. Being able to state your preference quickly and concisely while others ponder it shows that you are confident and decisive, and assuming that you didn't say Bud Light, tasteful. -Good posture.
Legend John , the razor is not properly assembled , my friend.The base of the closed comb head is on the wrong position.If you're trying to shave with it you won't be able (the blade won't have exposition to cut your hair). Thanks for your videos , sir
#Legend Great stuff John, As others have said I'd add a shoe care set, not sure about the candles unless entertaining a laydeee! :-) love the crazy stupid clips.
Legend - Another excellent list with two thumbs up on 9 out of 10. The only misstep is regarding cigars. If you must indulge then a humidor is indeed manly, however, you must realize that after smoking you will reek of the stench of cigar smoke. Hardly manly. In the next video you will be talking about wearing the right cologne. Pick one. Stink or smell great. You can't have it both ways.
@@ReemerFeddes It's the peer pressure, dude. One day you're minding your business, then you start hanging around with an older crowd, next thing you know, you're wearing a hat, smoking a cigar and carrying around a racing form. 😎
Respectfully disagree. Cigars are not for stuffing in your mouth and chomping on all day. They are for that quiet contemplative time spent with some close friends and aforementioned whisk(e)y or cognac. I however am skipping the poker chips. John, kudos for the Masterson's! LEGEND
You’re serious and hilarious. Loved the video, check on several items, like pint glasses, etc. Maybe the French cuffs. I’m a Classic minimalist metrosexual. “Legend.”
Legend but I think a first time poster. Agree with the tools but you should absolutely mention one by name - a good screwdriver set and TAPE MEASURE! Cant tell you how many times I have been asked for help while at a friends/associates house and the tape measure/tool set they have are complete crap. Stanley fat boy and a decent set of tools! Just watch for a sale at Home Dept/Lowes/Ace - whatever! Husky, Milwaukee (love them!), Gear Wrench, whatever! I still have my old sets from back in the day. Also, put together a "Aww Snap!" kit. I and my friends still have little ones around. Put together a kit that has Band-Aids (different sizes), a DECENT quality light (runs on rechargeable batteries - and NO! Your cell phone doesn't count), handwarmers, ice pack, ibuprofen, hand wipes, plastic gloves (noticed I have that plural), pack of Neosporin, etc. I'm not talking about a SHTF, Book of Eli type bag/kit. Just something to have when life could throw you a curve ball or two.
Think the art of manliness depends on the person and a state of mind plus where you are in the world. I came from the UK where having a big dog was the sign of being a man. Now I live in the Mediterranean and men carry lapdogs and to be fair it is difficult to look manly in pink shorts. Might be an idea what 10 items men and women around the world think are manly, great video and keep up the good work.
@@40OverFashion Wow! I never would have guessed. I thought they were just for very young men. At 62 I don't want to look like I am trying to dress too young but I would feel comfortable with this shirt. Thank you!
*Legend* The “Red Solo Cup”, now comes in a wine 🍷 glass with a stem!! Great video John, I concur. Question off topic if you have time John; I wear a white collar uniform dress shirt daily for work and have ring around the collar constantly! I could go through a new shirt every week, however they frown on that, and maybe get one every 3 months. Can’t bleach it due to logos, and I am a very clean,so it’s not a matter of being freshly showered or clean. Any ideas/solutions? 🙏🏽 Thank you my friend. Best wishes always.
Legend. By the way, I stumbled into your RUclips channel and I am loving it. Thanks for the hardwork you put into your videos and content ideas. Keep them coming, man. Thanks again.
Legend. Great list John! Sweet tool box! I want it! But it won't hold all of my shop items. Are pipe tobacco humidor's a thing? I don't smoke, but I absolutely love the smell of good cherry pipe tobacco. As for room scents, I would add a good pine smell to your list. But I am disappointed in the list. Where is the Viking shield, battle axe, & long sword? I mean, come on! Don't tease us with a Viking as the video image & not include that! Ha ha ha ha
I’ll never understand the association of watches or a watch collection with manliness. They are a waste of money, but if you like watches, whatever floats your boat. I haven’t worn a watch in over 15 years because they aren’t needed. It’s a personal codpiece. You don’t need to wear one to be stylishly dressed, no one is going to think you’re somehow more “manly” just cuz you’ve got a piece of expensive hardware on your wrist. Probably has an advantage in a boardroom or similar situation. But whether you belong in a boardroom will be obvious from a host of other factors about your appearance and demeanor. If you’re Joe Shmoe McDadBod, no amount of wrist bling is going to fool anybody that you’re somehow “manly” because of it.
These personal items your mentioning, watch display case, french cuffs, candles, and briefcase are all manly but on the gentleman's side of the spectrum. And then you have the other end of the spectrum. Brawny and tough kinda guy. Where is that list? You know..... like owning an electrical tool from the garage, having construction boots (for style or for work) owning any type of workout equipment and last but not least owning a bat (whether it be a sports memorabilia or a self defence item. I sit somewhere in between brawny and a gentleman's kinda guy and I feel you missed your target on this one.
#legend. Hi John. A couple of other items to add to your manly list imo would be some lace up boots like the Thursday Captain or Red Wing Iron Rangers and a bad ass leather jacket . Loved the shirt BTW. Peace. : )
You forgot a tactical 12 ga.shotgun with green lazer...just kidding. I can't find the video you did a while back on weekend bags. Which one do you recommend?
Legend. I'd add a traditional shoe shine box, grill and smoker, several pocket knives, and a .45 ACP.
Bought a Colt 1911 like I used to carry in the Army.
I really enjoy your videos as a 51 year old young man lol. I feel I have a sense of direction when it comes to fashion for men of my age group now, thanks to you awesome tutorial videos. Keep them coming. You are a legend!
Thank you very much! Legend!
Thanks John for information, great idea
When my dad was a young man, he was born in 1923, a manly item was a handmade bamboo fly rod. So naturally, when I graduated from High School, he bought me an Orvis Battenkill bamboo fly rod and Hardy reel. He said that I would have it my entire life, and pass it on to one of my children. My dad has been gone for over 25 years, though every time I go fishing, he is there with me!
Love that! Thank you for commenting!
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A basic pocket knife, especially if you're an outdoorsman. You know, open a box, cut off tags from that white shirt with french cuffs, skin a snake ..... Legend.
My thots exactly, Tom. A nice pocketknife says you’re a man who’s better prepared than most and conveys a sense of responsibility and manliness. I think too, we should all have a larger knife, maybe a fixed blade, for outdoor activities. Not saying a Crocodile Dundee Noife…😎 but rather something with a strong blade maybe 3-4”.
Ha! Fair enough! I have one, but don’t usually carry it.
John, you ARE a legend for mature men.
A Man should have a strong sense of Morals, Virtue and Faith. Being a Man goes way beyond simply having "Manly" stuff.
Morals are fluid between cultures and times, virtue is simply having a strong moral sense and faith is arguable depending on whether it is evidence based.
@Gen Corp so we are to change our morals as times change, so theft is Being made acceptable, poor behavior is being more and more acceptable. Disrespecting one another is becoming more and more acceptable. Are we supposed to change our morals based on what is being pushed by the media?
Hebrews 11:1, KJV: "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen."
@@hodog175 we already do. In biblical times it was no issue for a 30 year old man to marry an 11 year old girl. Do you think we should have stuck with that?
@Gen Corp it still happens in the world, not just in biblical times.
But so much sin is acceptable in current times.
Best comment of the internet age. Bringing truth and quality to the front.
Nice leather boots, knife, and gun.
Legend. I would add the following items to the list of manly things to own:
1. A good quality hunting rifle, shotgun, and at least one pistol. And know how to use them safely and accurately.
2. A high-quality pocket comb. Mine is a synthetic tortoise folding type from Gentleman’s Finest, made in Switzerland. Nothing says you can’t care about good grooming without being vain.
3. On watches, it is my belief a real man shd have at least one very high-quality watch, something that is jewelry quality, Swiss-made, and that can go with the finest suit as well as any casual clothing without seeming too flashy. If you have to save up a couple thousand to get it so be it. Depending on just a cell phone for the time, to me, conveys that one is not concerned about time, man’s greatest ally or enemy, depending on his outlook.
4. As mentioned above, I think every man should own a very high quality suit. Something that is of timeless design, custom-tailored to fit ones own body perfectly. It’s not something you use every day, but when you do need it, it should make a definite statement that puts you head and shoulders above the crowd. A good tailor can help with a style that fits all time periods and that will never go out of style.
5. While you mentioned two wallets, one everyday and another, I choose to have as my secondary, a man’s secretary-type wallet that should only be carried in a suit or sport jacket breast pocket. These wallets should be made of very high quality leather, have plenty of currency and card slots, and can be personalized with initials in gold. Nothing speaks of class and style at a cocktail party or semi-formal event like a wallet that is understated but at the same time classy.
6. Last but not least, every man who wants to make a lasting, good impression should own at least one very nice writing instrument. There are many brands and styles, ballpoint/fountain/rollerball so something for everyone. I know for some younger men they’d rather just use their phone to make notes or record something but I believe being able to pull out a nice pen to write something down conveys a sense that it (whatever is being written) is important enough to warrant special attention. Ahem…maybe also a small leather note pad? It’s convenient to have paper in case you need to pass a note to one of the opposite sex when you don’t yet know their phone number, or they yours.
That’s all I have John! Hope this helps.
Thanks for the additions!
Guns, really. Wow this is a advert for toxic masculinity.
One word that could describe this wonderful guy the best would be simply class. Keep up the great work, mate, we love your content and the way you're presenting it.
Thank you very much!
Legend. Definitely a good quality set of kitchen knives along with pots and pans. There’s no better way to impress than with a decent meal and a good set of tools to get it done.
Yes kitchen knives are good but not necessarily a set. Just 3 chosen with care is enough and maybe a couple more depending on your style of cooking. Have the equipment and skill to keep them razor sharp and some way to store them. I have a counter top magnetic holder made of walnut. It's about caring about and caring for your kitchen equipment not necessarily matching sets.
Having a fuss free meal that can be effortlessly be pulled out of the oven, is my secret subduction!
Legend. Great video John!
Thank you!
Legend.
Good morning, John. Two things come immediately to mind. 1) a full size black umbrella. 2) shine box. Brushes, magic erasers, suede brush, assortment of polish, creams, saddle soap and mink oil with applicators.
Thank you!
That is so true I have a shoe shine kit , it is a manly necessity
Shine box is a great call!!
Add shoe trees to the mix for our shoes.
@@Larry-qz3es Good call, Larry.
Legend. Nice Video. Great choices for sure.
Legend. I shave with the razor my Dad was issued in the US Navy during the Korean War and use a badger bristle shaving brush I made. Pretty manly even if I do say so myself.
Not too shabby John!
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Yes I bought my first candle after your bathroom video. Black Bamboo is there but not and works.
Nice!
1. A very nice Spyderco or Benchmade quality knife 2. A Cross or high end ballpoint pen. 3. A small high quality tactical flashlight. All three for EDC and I find I use them all the time and they accent your style as man jewelry. Speaking of time they always match my watch as well. Remember a fine Seiko is just as fine as a Swiss Made! 😉
have been looking at the Seiko SRPH11 Prospex Black Edition?! :-)
@@kawlreaper very nice choice and smooth 4R35 movement. I love to watch the swoop! Pun intended! Good luck and check out eBay for some great deals. 👍
I agree on having a modest amount of EDC gear. Some people tend to go overboard with this but I typically carry a pocket knife, small flashlight, and pen. If I'm doing outdoors stuff I sometimes carry a good sized multitool and on 2 occasions when i've been out far from town with friends in their vehicles my multitool has allowed us to make small repairs so the vehicle could make it back to town.
@@kawlreaper I snagged a couple of Seiko presage watches recently. Beautiful watches.
Great stuff Man!
Legend. Men should always have on their person when not cumbersome, a good quality, stylish pocket/utility knife. I try to carry my old fashioned Swiss army knife everywhere. You instantly up your "man" creds when you're the one guy in the group that has this needed tool on your person when the rare need arises - to cut, pry, tighten, fight off an angry grizzly bear .... (well maybe not that one)
@ Kris K. While I have packed a Swiss Army Knife in my "Business Bag" every day or the last 40 years, and being a Salesman in the Computer and Telecommunication Industry I have used every blade and tool. But the most useful knife that I own is a very small knife that fits onto my key holder, which it is always with me. It has solved so many problems that I consider such a small knife to be priceless. And fixing problems onthe spot is great Street Cred. Phil.
Haha! Thanks Kris!
The one downside is if you have to go through security .. my job takes me into multiple buildings daily quite a few of which have security. Also there quite a few places you can go to casually that have metal detectors so gotta be careful with this.
i have a leatherman and a kershaw knife with me at all times. plus a pen that is also a flashlight.
Swiss knife. Couldn’t agree more. I own one, though a cheap one & carry it wherever possible.
Living in Minnesota, it's essential to have certain items in your car. Between the months of August and June, I keep a metal shovel, jumper cables, some basic tools, a tow strap, heavy duty winter clothes, and a fairly extensive first aid kit.
If I come upon an accident, or a simple "break down", I don't want to be one of those "guys" who doesn't even have an ice scraper. Not very "manly". : )
Well said!
Garrison Keilor once said that in Minnesota, once August hits, you better have an ice scraper in your car. Otherwise, your neighbors will see you trying to scrape off the ice with your credit card and accuse you of not really being from there.
I agree with the basic gear. We have some parts of the country where ice scraper and winter clothes would not be needed but everywhere in the country there is a need for a small tire pump and jumper cables or these days even a rechargeable jump starter. And of course you have to know how to use those items. Lastly this is not an item you can buy and carry with you but have the knowledge to change a spare tire. Over the years jump starting cars, changing tires and airing up tires has helped me continue on my journey as well as rescue someone else who needed help. Automotive tools were mentioned and although I don't carry them all the time, in the past when I've carried them I've had occasion to use them to rescue myself.
Diesel truck, 300 blk out rifle, hunting knife with home made leather sheath, and a Knaack tool box full of tools I use in the trade.
Sold my Powerstroke when I quit racing. :) Thanks thanks for commenting!
Legend. As a beer, wine and whisky drinker and a cigar smoker I recommend: pewter tankards (properly ‘seasoned’), a Swiss Army Knife with bottle opener and corkscrew for when action is needed, proper wine glasses that allow you to savour the aroma and taste of wine, decent whisky tumblers and a good cigar humidor, cutter and lighter. Heaven!
Thanks for commenting William!
I remember when I had just one humidor, now I have 6 and a cabinet humidor. I gave my first humidor to my cousin who joined the BOTL family
Legend - A variety of whiskey or scotch, cigars! Knives & guns, weights, and tools... Also, books, a man should be well-read. Bonus points for a small study space.
Solid additions!
@@40OverFashion I'd love to see a house tour, or maybe a behind-the-scenes set tour...
Legend. I own everything you suggested except the poker set; not interested so it will not happen. Enjoyed ticking off the rest of the items. Looking forward to next video.
Thank you!
Love your Videos!
Thank you very much!
All good ideas John. If you get a cigar humidor, get Boveda packs to control the humidity. Don’t waste your time with the liquids.
Thanks for the suggestion!
Fr, Bovedas are so much easier
Wore french cuffs on Friday for my girls birthday and they went over VERY well.
Love that James! Nice going!
Legend. Got always have a proper watch. Not a smart watch. So right about good glasses. I like the point on bags, a man wearing a suit cannot have their laptop in a back pack. I adore my white shirt with a suit, always cuff links.
LEGEND….
1. Quality matching cookware
2. Matching dinnerware and silverware
3. Collection of sports memorabilia
4. Clean outdoor gear
5. Books/ library displayed
6. Cologne
7. Tie/ belt top drawer organizer
8. Closet organizer
9. Good phone case
10. Family photos
Just a few off the top of my head. Live your best life, class, style and most of all be you.
Thank you Michael!
Outside of the cigars and poker chips I'm happy to say I have all the other items and yes, I do include the candles! One one thing I would add is a nice pen. I own a Mont Blanc and every time I take it out of my shirt or jacket pocket I feel a little bit better about myself.
Solid addition! Thanks Ian!
My another Hit!!! For me I have somethings a guy need
1. Tool box
2. Guitar
3. Sport equipment bumbells, ECT.
4. Watches Invicta and technomarine have several and now looking for something bit expensive.
5. Wallet have like 3 .
6. Books how to improve in life
Thanks Man, I'm watching some of you're past vids.
I started smoking cigars 30 yrs ago when I joined the military as an after the field treat. Now I'm retired and get together with other Vets and enjoy a stick, we also travel to cigar events. My favorite humidor is a custom piece that was my grandpa's military trunk that I had made into a humidor, so it has that military theme. My favorite sticks are Nicaraguan but a Dominican can be nice in the morning, I have a few Cuban sticks that I save for special moments. Welcome to the cigar family PSSITA
“Do I buy the $200 sunglasses that I’ll lose or the $100 sunglasses that I’ll break?” - Seth Meyers
Haha!
Or wait for a Randolph Engineering sale and get a pair of aviator (actual supplier for military pilots). Comes with lifetime warranty.
My black/mat black has easily survived the jungle of Myanmar and other places not on maps.
Legend. A basic pocket knife when you are not at a formal event and a gun in your vehicle provided you live in a state that allows it and you are not apposed to owning a weapon.
Exactly Steven! And we should add that if a gun owner, you should know how to use it, safely and expertly if possible. There are plenty of shooting clubs and ranges a man can get solid instruction and be better prepared.
Legend! Tools and French cuffs and cuff links are definitely manly! What about a straight razor?
Being a louche flâneur with a hint of spez. some of my 'manly items are a walking cane & a cape.
Good video. You need to update your Amazon store. Lots of things no longer available.Add more watches too.
Thank you! I’ll check it!
I like candle scents and I'm a cologne fragrance freak. _Legend_
Legend. A basic tool set is a must for any man, and if it's going to be basic, make it a good quality set.
Agreed!
Legend. Another great video, thanks John.
Thanks for watching!
Anything with orange, Stihl or Husqvarna.
I shave with an old school single blade safety razor. Good old lather shaving cream, boar hair brush just like my dad. He taught me how to shave. Also own a toolbox just like my dad had. And two fountain pens cause I had enough of crappy ball pens and decided to go back to good ole' zaner bloser cursive. 👍🏻😀
Not one of my favorite videos being of the minimalist mindset.But most of your vids are outstanding!
Thank you Rob!
Safety razors are my go to, it’s easier and safer to load the blades if you put the top cap in your hand, drop the blade on and put the base plate on and screw the handle on
Legend
Legend. Used to patronize The Art of Shaving when they had a retail outlet in a nearby mall. Didn't realize they were still around. Thanks for the heads up. Looks like I'm only 50% manly, LOL! Keep up the great work.
Ha! Thanks for watching Ron!
A Selangor Pewter Hip Flask will last a life time and you will create a great impression when you produce a small flask of Irish Whiskey to up grade the "Take away coffee" that you bought to share with a friend, Of course Bushmillers is famous for running an advertisement in Esquire asking that you don't waste a good Irish Whiskey by pouring a measure into your coffee.
A LEGEND would not be drinking Coffee in the first Place when you have an Irish name. Phil.
Ha! Thanks Phil!
Yeah. Cuz nothing says class more than a guy who carries his own personal high-end hip flask on him at all times, so that he can add that little sump’n sump’n to whatever boring beverage that gets put in front of him.
The only people I’ve ever seen carrying their own personal hip flasks were alcoholics.
Been looking for a flask for some time. Thanks for the tip.
Legend.
Shaving. I have used cheap Gillette blades for over 20 years. I've switched
to a better blade. Gillette Sensor 2. Much better. Simple.
I don't do business with Woke companies.
Legend!! I already have a nice brown leather fold-out weekender bag with both a suit compartment and shoe compartment which I love to rock when teaveling!! Just used it last weekend in a two-day informercial shoot that I starred in and the director commented on how he loved it...so much so that he had me actually use it in a shot of me changing into my dance shoes at a dance studio!! I also have some nice wiskey glasses as well as a simple, but elegant rosewood desktop humidor for my cigars which I enjoy only on special occasions due to my healthy active lifestyle (usually on my birthday and around Thanksgiving, Christmas amd New Year). Started working on my watch collection 2 years ago with a watch I bought on my last trip home to the U.K. in late 2019 just before the pandemic. Currently have 3 watches and I'm eyeing to buy a nice brown leather watch display case I saw in Pottery Barn. Working on buying a very nice leather wallet from Fortnum & Mason. Already have my first pair of cufflinks that a co-worker bought me, so I'm also working on buying my first white dress shirt with French cuffs!! Progressively acquiring these manly items!! 😉 Thanks for this vid!!!
Thanks for commenting Michael!
1. Army map case with name and Captain's bars sewed on.
2. Colt 1911
3. Harley
4. Engraved Sword given to me upon graduation as honor graduate of Officer Candidate School.
5. The saxophone my grandfather bought me and taught me on.
6. Stainless steel Vietnam POW/MIA bracelet.
7. Bible passed down through the generations with highlighting and notes scribbled in the margins by each generation.
8. A handmade craft my daughter made me that says; I love you, Daddy.
9. The high quality shaving set with boar hair brush and pewter razor that my son gave me.
10. Leatherman multi-tool
11. Engraved switchblade knife my veteran's motorcycle club gave me after serving as club president.
Legend. Well......tsk ..... I don't consume alcohol or smoke. I only have a couple of watches and I am handy with a wrench, a hammer and a screwdriver.
Hey John great 👍 ideas, most of the items you mentioned I already have!! So I guess I'm very Manly 😂
Keep up the great work John have a great day buddy
Thank you!
cast iron pans or quality cook ware if you are into cooking; semi auto pistol, revolver, shotgun and long range rifle; if you own a house, power tools are a must; again if you own a house a snowblower and other outdoor power equipment; knowing basic auto maintenance; plants that you know how to keep alive; a quality stereo system; quality knives and cutlery; books, whether it be classic literature or ones that focus on your passions; a hefty safe to house currency and precious metals; a moody and masculine bedroom; quality real wood furniture; and my own personal favorite, a preferably wood EXECUTIVE DESK! as my old man says, 'you get your power sitting behind a desk'..and he didn't mean that in terms of vocation.
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I loved my watch winder but I don't use it anymore. I learned that running a mechanical watch wears it out sooner. Let it run down and stop if you aren't going to wear it for a week or a month. Resting it will increase it's intervals between servicing. Some inexpensive automatic watches such as Seiko 5 cannot be hand wound so temptation is to put them on a winder. Don't buy automatic watches that cannot be hand wound. Many, if not most micro brands use the NH35 movement that can be hand wound. Ironically that movement is made by Seiko but they don't use it in their own watches.
Legend. I own many of these, but picked up a few good ideas also. Most of my shave gear is Art of Shaving, including straight razor and strop, as well as safety razor. One exception is that I actually like Trufit & Hill shaving oil a little more- nice citrus scent and not so viscous (art of shaving is Camphor based). And a little goes a long way. I also have bunch of tools - work on my Cherokee off and on, as well as occasional house work. Thanks again for a great video.
Thanks for watching Andrew!
You forgot a Ducati Monster
Legend!!
So I don't drink... but I got yr other stuff covered. LEGEND!!
Legend. I stopped wearing sunglasses because the polarization in my sunglasses made viewing LCD screens difficult. At least 5 years ago, I just got used to it. It probably occurred when I switched from using an old Nokia 808 Pureview with an AMOLED screen to my first Android phone, a Nexus 5.
Legend.
- 2 clean white handkerchiefs. One for your use. One for whomever else may need it. The one for me is in my right front pants pocket. The one for them is in the inside left breast pocket of my coat or jacket.
- A signature drink or cocktail appropriate to the situation, that you don't have to hem and haw over. Being able to state your preference quickly and concisely while others ponder it shows that you are confident and decisive, and assuming that you didn't say Bud Light, tasteful.
-Good posture.
Is that the way you screw lock the shaving razor after placing a blade? Or have I been doing it wrong for so long?
That's a beautiful razor!
That’s how I do it. Maybe I’m doing it wrong. :) Thanks for watching!
@@40OverFashion : Lets do this if you are up for it
You try it my way and I'll try your way?
Getting too old for a backpack. I’m hoping Santa will get me a briefcase. Legend
A small sewing kit. There's nothing less manly than relying on someone else to sew that button back on your sport coat.
A motorcycle, actually a couple of bikes.
A motorcycle, swiss knife & a gun. One more time, Legend.
Thanks for watching!
Legend
John , the razor is not properly assembled , my friend.The base of the closed comb head is on the wrong position.If you're trying to shave with it you won't be able (the blade won't have exposition to cut your hair).
Thanks for your videos , sir
Legend,,but 1 or 2 things I wouldn't be bothered with. Good video 👍
#Legend Great stuff John, As others have said I'd add a shoe care set, not sure about the candles unless entertaining a laydeee! :-) love the crazy stupid clips.
A nice leather tray to store your keys and wallet says you know what you’re doing.
Legend - Another excellent list with two thumbs up on 9 out of 10. The only misstep is regarding cigars. If you must indulge then a humidor is indeed manly, however, you must realize that after smoking you will reek of the stench of cigar smoke. Hardly manly. In the next video you will be talking about wearing the right cologne. Pick one. Stink or smell great. You can't have it both ways.
Legend
Not counting the candles 😂 there were a couple of items that should have been replaced by a shoeshine kit!
Yes, like the cigar thingy. Who starts smoking nowadays? Tweens that wanted to look like the big guys.
@@ReemerFeddes It's the peer pressure, dude. One day you're minding your business, then you start hanging around with an older crowd, next thing you know, you're wearing a hat, smoking a cigar and carrying around a racing form. 😎
Respectfully disagree. Cigars are not for stuffing in your mouth and chomping on all day. They are for that quiet contemplative time spent with some close friends and aforementioned whisk(e)y or cognac. I however am skipping the poker chips. John, kudos for the Masterson's! LEGEND
You’re serious and hilarious. Loved the video, check on several items, like pint glasses, etc. Maybe the French cuffs. I’m a Classic minimalist metrosexual. “Legend.”
Legend but I think a first time poster. Agree with the tools but you should absolutely mention one by name - a good screwdriver set and TAPE MEASURE! Cant tell you how many times I have been asked for help while at a friends/associates house and the tape measure/tool set they have are complete crap. Stanley fat boy and a decent set of tools! Just watch for a sale at Home Dept/Lowes/Ace - whatever! Husky, Milwaukee (love them!), Gear Wrench, whatever! I still have my old sets from back in the day. Also, put together a "Aww Snap!" kit. I and my friends still have little ones around. Put together a kit that has Band-Aids (different sizes), a DECENT quality light (runs on rechargeable batteries - and NO! Your cell phone doesn't count), handwarmers, ice pack, ibuprofen, hand wipes, plastic gloves (noticed I have that plural), pack of Neosporin, etc. I'm not talking about a SHTF, Book of Eli type bag/kit. Just something to have when life could throw you a curve ball or two.
Thank you for commenting!
Think the art of manliness depends on the person and a state of mind plus where you are in the world. I came from the UK where having a big dog was the sign of being a man. Now I live in the Mediterranean and men carry lapdogs and to be fair it is difficult to look manly in pink shorts. Might be an idea what 10 items men and women around the world think are manly, great video and keep up the good work.
Thank you!
Legend. Thanks for another great video! I really like the blue shirt you are wearing in this video. May I ask who makes it and where you got it?
Express last year.
@@40OverFashion Wow! I never would have guessed. I thought they were just for very young men. At 62 I don't want to look like I am trying to dress too young but I would feel comfortable with this shirt. Thank you!
*Legend* The “Red Solo Cup”, now comes in a wine 🍷 glass with a stem!! Great video John, I concur.
Question off topic if you have time John;
I wear a white collar uniform dress shirt daily for work and have ring around the collar constantly! I could go through a new shirt every week,
however they frown on that, and maybe get one every 3 months. Can’t bleach it due to logos, and I am a very clean,so it’s not a matter of being freshly showered or clean. Any ideas/solutions? 🙏🏽
Thank you my friend. Best wishes always.
legend
A shoe horn makes it easier to put dress shoes on or other shoes Good Video God Bless you
Legend. By the way, I stumbled into your RUclips channel and I am loving it. Thanks for the hardwork you put into your videos and content ideas. Keep them coming, man. Thanks again.
Thanks Matt! Much appreciated!
Legend! Beard/mustache comb!
Legend - love me watch wonder and display case
Legend. Great list John! Sweet tool box! I want it! But it won't hold all of my shop items. Are pipe tobacco humidor's a thing? I don't smoke, but I absolutely love the smell of good cherry pipe tobacco. As for room scents, I would add a good pine smell to your list. But I am disappointed in the list. Where is the Viking shield, battle axe, & long sword? I mean, come on! Don't tease us with a Viking as the video image & not include that! Ha ha ha ha
Haha! Thanks for watching Guy!
I’ll never understand the association of watches or a watch collection with manliness. They are a waste of money, but if you like watches, whatever floats your boat.
I haven’t worn a watch in over 15 years because they aren’t needed. It’s a personal codpiece.
You don’t need to wear one to be stylishly dressed, no one is going to think you’re somehow more “manly” just cuz you’ve got a piece of expensive hardware on your wrist. Probably has an advantage in a boardroom or similar situation. But whether you belong in a boardroom will be obvious from a host of other factors about your appearance and demeanor.
If you’re Joe Shmoe McDadBod, no amount of wrist bling is going to fool anybody that you’re somehow “manly” because of it.
These personal items your mentioning, watch display case, french cuffs, candles, and briefcase are all manly but on the gentleman's side of the spectrum. And then you have the other end of the spectrum. Brawny and tough kinda guy. Where is that list? You know..... like owning an electrical tool from the garage, having construction boots (for style or for work) owning any type of workout equipment and last but not least owning a bat (whether it be a sports memorabilia or a self defence item. I sit somewhere in between brawny and a gentleman's kinda guy and I feel you missed your target on this one.
It’s tough to hit the mark for everyone. Appreciate your feedback though.
Legend….Bath & Body Works has some manly scent plug-ins that I use throughout my home to keep that scent going 24/7
Thanks for the tip!
#legend. Hi John. A couple of other items to add to your manly list imo would be some lace up boots like the Thursday Captain or Red Wing Iron Rangers and a bad ass leather jacket . Loved the shirt BTW. Peace. : )
Thank you!
@4:55 I'm not a wine guy, I'm a tequila guy 😎
Legend. I don’t own all the items you mention 🤭. Thank you for telling me.
I am way more manly than I thought I was
Great ideas John, thank you.
Thanks m John. I believe I binged your channel this evening. ✌🏻️
Much appreciated Richard!
You forgot a tactical 12 ga.shotgun with green lazer...just kidding. I can't find the video you did a while back on weekend bags. Which one do you recommend?
Try Mahi Leather and Carl Friedrik.
2 more which my Father passed down to me is a nice heavy money clip and an old school metal Zippo lighter
Great additions! Thanks Jim!
Legend. Great video! I’m watching for gift ideas.
Perfect! Thank you for watching!
"I have many leather-bound books and my apartment smells of rich mahogany." Oh there's a candle for that?
Legend. Have most of them already. I don't drink or smoke. Great video mate
Thank you!
Where is your shirt from? I've been looking for something like that.
It’s from Express.