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Stuff. There’s a lot of it. And, from smaller purchases — like an age-old bottle of brilliant Scotch, to bigger investments — like that car you always dreamed of, sorting the good from the bad can be an arduous task.
But that’s where Gentleman’s Journal steps in. Our editors spend their days in the pursuit of the best products the world has to offer, and — from grooming gadgets to magnificent motors — we’ve built up quite the bank of recommendations. Below, we’ve rounded up the 50 best products every man should aspire to own; all the gear you need this year…
For your home office…
iPhone 15 Pro
Time to upgrade your phone? With its aerospace-grade titanium design, a powerful 5x telephoto camera and the best graphic performance so far, Apple’s new iPhone 15 Pro should be your top choice. A game-changer.
Charles Laurie London ‘The Folio’
Functional, compact and stylish, this piece from Charles Laurie London was created with on-the-go business meetings in mind. It’s lightweight and slimline — with compartments to fit either a laptop or A4 diary.
LAMY Imporium Fountain Pen
This fountain pen from LAMY exudes quiet confidence, with its elegant grooved body, cylindrical cap design and galvanised precious metal details. Meticulously assembled by hand in Heidelberg, it will put your Bic ballpoint to shame.
Maddox Gallery Print
Bring life to bare walls with a powerful photographic print from Maddox Gallery. Choose a piece that speaks to you and complements your interior from a host of renowned artists.
For your kitchen…
Blenheim Forge Classic Range Kit
Sharpen up your knife selection with this versatile set of all four of Blenheim Forge’s Classic Range knives. Handforged from Japanese Blue Paper steel with handles made from locally sourced English walnut, the knives come in a beautiful hand-stitched leather roll.
Le Creuset Cast Iron Skillet
Never underestimate the fiery, fierce power of a cast iron skillet. Le Creuset certainly doesn’t — and this enamel-coated, bold black option is a French-made, fat-draining workhorse. Steaks don’t stand a chance.
Leatherman Arc Multi-Tool
We’ve sorted this into our ‘Kitchen’ category, but it’ll prove its mettle everywhere. With twenty functions — including a screwdriver, saw and wire cutters — this versatile Leatherman tool really can do it all.
La Pavoni Europiccola Coffee Machine
James Bond’s coffee machine, don’t you know. But this La Pavoni espresso brewer is more than just a pretty chrome face. It also has a steam tap for Cappuccinos, safety thermostat and ergonomic wooden handle.
For your living room…
Ruark R410 Integrated Music System
This wireless music system from Ruark is designed to be seen as well as heard. A super-sleek wooden design houses the latest digital amplification, audiophile-grade components and the best audio processing technologies.
Alexandra Llewelyn Jungle Backgammon Set
Every true gentleman should learn the art of backgammon. And how better to hone your skills than with this stunning set from Alexandra Llewellyn? With exquisite marquetry and semi-precious playing pieces, it’s a work of art in its own right.
KEF Mu7 Wireless Headphones
Slick design meets cutting-edge technology in the form of these wireless headphones from KEF. With intuitive touch controls, smart active noise cancellation and clear voice capture, they’re a discriminating audiophile’s dream.
Leica M11-P
Combining traditional rangefinder photography with innovative, contemporary camera technology, this Leica — with its rugged good looks — is as much an objet d’art as a handy tool. It boasts 265GB of internal memory, a full-frame BSI CMOS sensor with triple resolution technology and is the first camera in the world to store metadata.
Savoir The Reformer No.4v Bed
Rest easy with this sustainable and vegan bed from Savoir. Custom made to be completely plant-based with no synthetic fillings, no animal products and minimal waste, it promises guilt-free comfort.
The Connaught Bar Coffee Table Book
Up your coffee table book game (and your mixology skills) with this guide to cocktail recipes from the Connaught Bar. The iconic bar’s virtuoso mixologists share over 100 easy-to-follow cocktail recipes, plus expert guidance for essential bar tools, glassware and spirits.
For your garage…
Polestar 3
Polestar’s first fully-electric SUV continues the pared-back design language that the Swedish company is known for, while upping the practicality and space of its previous cars. The latest model is sustainably crafted with carefully sourced, traceable materials for a lower carbon footprint.
Maeving RM1S
Maeving’s retro-styled bike is the company’s most powerful electric motorbike, with a top speed of 70MPH, 80-mile range and a maximum time of four hours to reach full charge. Its lightweight design makes it a dream to ride.
Wajer 77
The Wajer 77 puts the ‘super’ in superyacht, with four cabins that sleep nine, a 400 nautical mile range and innovations such as deck cooling, an automatic roof and an electrically adjustable deck lay-out.
Brompton Electric P Line Explore
With its compact 12-gear system, lightweight titanium frame and innovative on-the-go charging, this Brompton bike is built for the city.
VistaJet ‘VJ25’ Card
This three-year plan from the global business aviation company includes 25 to 49 flying hours per year, and you can request to roll over up to 20% of your hours to the following year should you need to fly less.
Land Rover Defender 90
With its instantly recognisable silhouette, enhanced power and its flexible design, Land Rover’s Defender 90 is an icon reimagined.
Wohngeist Tool Wall
So finely-made and beautifully-crafted is this pear-wood tool kit, even DIY detractors will be scouring the house searching for things to fix up. It contains 30 premium tools, including a hammer, chisel and two wrenches.
Gozney Roccbox
Gozney’s restaurant-grade portable pizza oven will transform pizza nights at home. Designed for ultimate flexibility, it features retractable legs, a detachable burner and built-in thermometer, as well as a dual-fuel mode that offers you a choice between using the built-in gas burner or adding a detachable wood burner.
For your wardrobe…
Émigré Tote Bag
Émigré’s multifunctional tote is the ultimate commuting companion for the man about town. Crafted from lightweight and water-resistant recycled nylon, it features multiple internal compartments for your laptop and other business essentials. Carry it by hand, over the shoulder or convert it into a backpack with Émigré’s adjustable backstrap straps.
Slowear X Globe-Trotter Cabin Trolley
Slowear and Globe-Trotter have joined forces to create an exclusive piece of luggage that fuses heritage style with innovative craftsmanship. Made to order, each cabin trolley is crafted using 14 layers of recycled paper combined with zinc – for a result that is more resistant than leather and lighter than aluminium – while the inside features a luxurious Alcantara® coating.
James Smith & Sons City Umbrella
The ‘Whangee’ cane handle has become an indicator of strength, tradition and taste. Lightly scorched, the handle supports a cloth canopy sourced from Italy — and is stitched together here in dependably rainy Britain.
ThruDark ‘Oryon’ 72hr Merino T-Shirt
Naturally thermal regulating, fast drying and odour-resistant, this ultra-comfortable merino tee is the ultimate all-season layer.
Luca Faloni Cashmere Country Crewneck
Knitted in Northern Italy from 100% four-ply cashmere, this meticulously engineered crewneck sweater is a smart-casual staple for the cooler months. It’s slightly relaxed in fit and luxuriously soft.
Church’s ‘Consul 173’ Superbock Oxford
Elegant and unfussy, Church’s iconic Consul Oxford style is a classic for a reason. Handcrafted in Northampton, famed for its rich shoemaking heritage, the lace-up style features cap toe stitching, a leather sole and internal lining for long-lasting comfort and durability.
Barbour ‘Bedale’ Wax Jacket
Tough enough to brave the great outdoors, yet equally suited to city wear, this most classic of Barbour’s inimitable waxed jackets features a 100% cotton lining in Barbour’s iconic tartan print, a traditional corduroy collar and a multiway zip.
Crockett & Jones ‘Cavendish’ Loafers
Built on a single leather sole and cut from the finest calf suede, this elegant Crockett & Jones loafer style is an open-stitched, waxed and stained shoe that can stand up to anything a modern man might kick its way.
Cubitts ‘Judd’ Sunglasses
Looking for the perfect pair of everyday sunglasses? Look no further than Cubitts’ ‘Judd’ style, a modern take on 1960s British shapes with a square lens and rounded edges that will suit any face type.
Tudor Pelagos FXD Watch
Elevate your watch collection with a timepiece fit for the wrists of Navy divers. Complete with a titanium case, high-performance Manufacture Calibre and unidirectional elapsed-time rotating bezel, it’s the ultimate modern military diving watch.
Cheaney ‘Barnes III’ Chelsea Boot
A mainstay of any man’s wardrobe, the Chelsea boot has established itself as a timeless, practical piece of footwear. From Cheaney, this oiled suede design has a slightly vintage feel and a Goodyear-welted sole.
Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Moon Phase Retrograde Date
With a retrograde date display combined with moon phase, Vacheron Constantin’s 18K pink gold timepiece is as easy-to-read as it is elegant.
Senturion SW-C3
A Senturion watch can be synchronised with most leading supercars, with that iconic red button — fitted beneath the sturdy black carbon fibre case — starting your motor with a simple push.
Mulberry Heritage Medium Clipper
With a beautifully textured Scotchgrain surface accented by smooth leather trim, this timeless weekender from Mulberry is an elegant travel companion that will stand the test of time (and look good doing it).
Brioni Technical Fabric Overshirt
Functional outerwear need not skimp on style. In fact, this Italian-made goose down overshirt from Brioni is proof that practicality and elegance can make excellent bedfellows.
Emma Willis Silk Dressing Gown
How better to spend a lazy Sunday morning than wrapped in a silk dressing gown, courtesy of renowned menswear designer Emma Willis? Hand-cut and sewn in Gloucester, it’s finished with hand rolled self piping for that extra touch of luxury.
For your bathroom…
Dr Sebagh Supreme Night Secret
Dr Sebagh’s Supreme Night Secret has become something of a cult skincare product, beloved for its ability to work with the skin’s natural body clock for visibly glowing results.
Heath Protect Serum
From the dry spells of winter to the harmful heat of summer, Heath’s Protect Serum will safeguard your skin against dehydration, dullness, fine lines and pollution.
For your home bar…
Macallan 15 Year Old Double Cask
Macallan’s sherry cask-aged single malt is a favourite amongst whisky connoisseurs. Matured in both European and American oak casks, it has notes of dried fruits, orange zest, melted chocolate, oak spice and honey.
Louis XIII Classic Decanter
Made using grapes grown in Grande Champagne – the premier cru of the Cognac region – and carefully aged for decades, Louis XIII cognac represents a finely tuned craft passed down from one generation of Cellar Master to the next. No self-respecting gentleman’s collection is complete without a bottle.
Riedel Crystal Rocks Glasses
A Riedel rocks glass shows you mean business. Crafted from crystal, these were created by spirits specialist Zane Harris — and have hefty bases, ridged patterning and a generous diameter that can accommodate even the largest ice cubes.
ETO Wine Decanter
This award-winning, air-displacing decanter works by sealing away any excess air, which slows oxidisation and preserving your wine when it’s fully closed. Then, the long funnel reawakens every subtle note and aroma of the wine when poured.
Nyetimber 1086 2013
Pressed from grapes of one of the finest vintage years, the Nyetimber 1086 2013 sparkling wine is characterised by its exceptional balance. The perfect bottle for a special occasion.
No.3 London Dry Gin
Swirled into tonic, this greeny blue-bottled option from Berry Bros. & Rudd is among the best gins; brimming with juniper, citrus and spice, it took two years of work from master distillers and top mixologists to perfect.
Del Maguey Vida Clásico
From the serene Mexican village of San Luis Del Rio, Del Maguey Vida Clásico showcases the marriage of nature and artisanal tradition. It’s the perfect choice for seasoned mezcal lovers, as well as those looking to start their mezcal journey.
The Last Drop 32 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Every home bar needs a seriously expensive bottle — the sort that’ll knock any visiting enthusiasts off their (already unsteady) feet. This expression has notes of dried fruits, warming cinnamon and burnt sugar.
Ralph Lauren ‘Montgomery’ Cocktail Shaker
Every self-respecting gent needs a fine cocktail shaker. And this bar essential doesn’t come finer than this: handcrafted from silver-plated nickel over brass, Ralph Lauren’s ‘Montgomery’ cocktail shaker oozes understated elegance.
Penfold’s Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz 2021
Combining the structure of cabernet sauvignon with the richness of shiraz, Bin 389 exemplifies the generous mid-palate that Penfold’s is known for. It’s an ideal bottle for collectors, with a drinking window that extends well into the second half of this century.
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