Gentlemen's essential possessions

OU812

Inspired by a post on the art of manliness website. Which possessions do you think are essential for a gentleman these days?

A decent pen (fountain, naturally)
A double edged razor (& badger hair brush)
A good leather wallet (ripper canvas ones are a no-no)
The knowledge as to how to tie a decent knot in one's tie
What else ?

cson

Good quality white shirt.

Timeless.

tommy2bad

Pair of black shoes and a good suit.

OU812

cson wrote: »

Good quality white shirt.

Timeless.

Got a custom made white shirt last year (special offer on living social). Damn it looks & feels great.

I'm going to add a decent pocket knife to the list. I have a spyder "bug" on my keyring. Blade is barely an inch long but extremely sharp & sturdy & it come in so much handier than you realise.

cantdecide

A nice watch has been on my list for a long time. I hate reaching for the phone when asked the time. Maybe it's just me...

Carpenter

Skype

py2006

God this sounds like something out of the 1930's haha.

All I can think of is a smartphone and a funeral ready suit. :-/

ancapailldorcha

cantdecide wrote: »

A nice watch has been on my list for a long time. I hate reaching for the phone when asked the time. Maybe it's just me...

It's not. I had mine stolen a few years ago and can't justify the expense of replacing it at the moment.

Captain Farrell

mahoganay furniture and leather-bound books.

wallycharlo

A decent sized HD panel.

D'Agger

OU812 wrote: »

Inspired by a post on the art of manliness website. Which possessions do you think are essential for a gentleman these days?

A decent pen (fountain, naturally)
A double edged razor (& badger hair brush)
A good leather wallet (ripper canvas ones are a no-no)
The knowledge as to how to tie a decent knot in one's tie
What else ?

I would tend to agree with the pen, I can't use fountain pens properly due to left handedness unfortunately, but there are nice pens out there.

I rarely clean shave but a trimmers or other apparatus to keep facial hair groomed well is a must. To continue on grooming - a nail clippers, nose trimmers and tweezers (should you need them for eyebrows) are items that I would consider essential.

A nice wallet - absolutely, you use this everyday, taking it out in front of people, try to keep it organized and not raggedy looking.

Around this time of year, I would say a nice gloves and scarf combo, and a good dress/peacoat can go a long way to making a man look well. I'm hoping to get a pair of leather gloves to go with a peacoat I own, rather than having another pair of cotton ones that will get caught on other materials and not provide as much warmth as a good leather pair.

RangeR

py2006 wrote: »

God this sounds like something out of the 1930's haha.

To be fair, those guys knew how to dress impressively. I silently, mentally, despair seeing a world full of blue jeans.

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A nice sterling silver hip flask. Doesn't have to be too big. Just enough for the odd swig in stressful times

D'Agger

RangeR wrote: »

To be fair, those guys knew how to dress impressively. I silently, mentally, despair seeing a world full of blue jeans.

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A nice sterling silver hip flask. Doesn't have to be too big. Just enough for the odd swig in stressful times

At the same time we can't wear suit pants all the time, jeans are essential and it's hard to find a good pair imo

Quite a few of my friends have hip flasks now that you mention it - naggens for grown ups :pac:

awec

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OU812

awec wrote: »

People still use fountain pens? :eek:

a more elegant weapon for a more civilized age

Tefral

A good set of tools!

nicol

A decent pair of cufflinks, to finish off the good suit / white shirt combo!! Spent over €100 (what was I thinking) on a pair for my wedding years ago and still love using them for special occasions.

I'm a laydee but I've always thought that nice links and tiepin finish off a good suit nicely, nothing looks sillier than a tie blown over a shoulder. A really good suit is a nice thing for a man to have, it goes without saying.

py2006

A big adjustable couch to point at a large screen tv for the footy or a relaxing Sunday

Pawwed Rig

py2006 wrote: »

A big adjustable couch to point at a large screen tv for the footy or a relaxing Sunday

With a mini well stocked beer fridge on the side

D'Agger

Pawwed Rig wrote: »

With a mini well stocked beer fridge on the side

I am the proud owner of a futon & mini fridge in my sitting room - the goal is to one day own an 'L' couch

Pawwed Rig

D'Agger wrote: »

I am the proud owner of a futon & mini fridge in my sitting room

Living the dream

RangeR

D'Agger wrote: »

I am the proud owner of a futon & mini fridge in my sitting room - the goal is to one day own an 'L' couch

May I admire your goal and inform you that an 'L' couch is probably the best purchase I have ever made in home furnishings. It's not just an 'L' couch, we specifically bought it because it had plenty of 'Arse room'.

It's fabulous.

D'Agger

RangeR wrote: »

May I admire your goal and inform you that an 'L' couch is probably the best purchase I have ever made in home furnishings. It's not just an 'L' couch, we specifically bought it because it had plenty of 'Arse room'.

It's fabulous.

Had to take the futon out for the Christmas tree but it's handy for people calling over and staying

The 'L' couch is to be a reclining one too - I just want one so I can pan out after matches when my body feels like it's been put through a mincer :pac:

Was going to buy one but figured may not be the best purchase while I'm renting with 4 others - will only get wrecked!

gurl88

First thing that came to mind: nail clippers...to put the 'man' in manicure

eyescreamcone

1. Confidence
2. Intelligence



If you think you have 1&2 then...
3. Modesty

The rest is just contents on an insurance policy.

Kevhog1988

cronin_j wrote: »

A good set of tools!

For leaking hondas

VeryVexed

For me it would be my homemade leather pocket notebook with a mini mechanical pencil attached to it.

Perfect size for my front pocket 4" x 2.5"

I have it devided into 3 sections ; one section records great random ideas that I dont want to forget, books I hear about that i'll read in future, landmark dates of importance to me as they happen, travel plans etc.

The second section is kept for doodlings and problem solving with sketches etc.

The third section is a monthly tally of my 'get out of Dodge fund', which is really adding up and is hidden in cash.

The most important thing with a pocket notebook is to not write anything too personal in it. I would tend to use vague language, double meaning words, simple drawings instead of words or even a code instead of numbers.

I get great pleasure in reviewing my little notebook, beats a smart phone any day.

cabledude

I never leave the house without my Beretta 9mm handgun.....




Seriously, a good suit, comfortable pair of black shoes and awareness of ones surroundings.

mitosis

Tweezers
White cotton handkerchief
Two headed silver dollar

Barna77

cantdecide wrote: »

A nice watch has been on my list for a long time. I hate reaching for the phone when asked the time. Maybe it's just me...

Same. I've been thinking lately about getting a watch for myself. I can't remember when was the last time I had one. Late teens probably.

There are some out there that look really nice and cool, but feck, the price!

MrStuffins

I need to invest in a good suit in the next couple of months. How much would people be paying for such a thing?

tommy2bad

MrStuffins wrote: »

I need to invest in a good suit in the next couple of months. How much would people be paying for such a thing?

Depends, if your lucky enough to have an off the peg suit fir you well then 300 to 500 is enough to get a good suit. If otoh like most of us you find the otp range to be sized around a mythical creature who bears no resemblance to any human you happen to be.. You need to get a bespoke suit. The fit is more important than anything else, next quality of material and last style. I say last as as long as it's not some collar less hyper fashionable thing suits tend to stay in style for a long time.
Save up and spent 500 to 1000, you'll get 10 years out of it.

Scortho

For me in no particular order:
A good set of tools
A double edged razor
A good pen
A decent set of cufflinks
A hip flask
A mechanical watch
A good set of shoes

Frank Black

A decent tux
A well cut suit
A good watch
A hot wife/girlfriend
One of those drinks cabinets in the shape of a globe.
A set of crystal whiskey tumblers.
A penknife
A leather wallet
A cookbook
Some nice aftershave
A good coat
Leather gloves
The ability to make a nice martini
A proper flashlight

kingshankly

Decent set of luggage
Well cut suit
Formal watch
Array of belts (make or break an outfit)
Matching coats (couldn't wear a black coat with a navy shirt)
And to smell good

Jimmy Iovine

awec wrote: »

People still use fountain pens? :eek:

Everyday. I hate when I can't find it and have to make a quick note with a ball point. It pales in comparison.

wallycharlo

Jimmy Iovine wrote: »

Everyday. I hate when I can't find it and have to make a quick note with a ball point. It pales in comparison.

Down with all forms of pen.

For me it has to be a good HB pencil complete with battery operated sharpener.

Frank Black

Jimmy Iovine wrote: »

Everyday. I hate when I can't find it and have to make a quick note with a ball point. It pales in comparison.

Never got the whole 'pen' thing. But then again, my handwriting is atrocious and a good pen would be wasted on me.

OU812

wallycharlo wrote: »

Down with all forms of pen.

battery operated sharpener.

Fail.

A true gentleman would possess a proper manual metal sharpener or a manual desk sharpener.

Jimmy Iovine

Frank Black wrote: »

Never got the whole 'pen' thing. But then again, my handwriting is atrocious and a good pen would be wasted on me.

I am the opposite - my handwriting is very neat and I take care with it.

A good fountain pen would be the perfect present for me. I wouldn't trust myself with a very expensive one though. I always put things into my pocket after using them. Where it goes after that is up to fate and how big my pockets are.

scotchy

Can't remember the last time I saw someone use a good pen. What world are all you guys, sorry Gentlemen living in?




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scotchy

A good pair of Sun Glasses.


:cool:

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kingshankly

Ya can't beat the little pens out of the bookies;)

scotchy

OK, here's what we have so far.


A decent pen (fountain, naturally)
A double edged razor (& badger hair brush)
A good leather wallet (ripper canvas ones are a no-no)
The knowledge as to how to tie a decent knot in one's tie
Good quality white shirt
Pair of black shoes
Good suit
Decent pocket knife
Good quality watch
A good smartphone
Hip flask
A good set of tools
Good quality Cuff Links
Tiepin
Nail clippers
Pocket notebook
White cotton handkerchief
Good aftershave
Good coat
Good gloves
Good quality luggage
Selection of good belts
A good pair of Sun Glasses


Also I'd like to add.


A good tablet computer
A good pair of earphones/headphones



Apologies for leaving out the big screen TVs, futons and globe drinks cabinets etc, but they are not necessarily Gentlemen's essentials IMO :rolleyes:

I put in the pocket knife, but not sure if its a good idea to carry a knife no matter what its for. I have one in work and I have lots at home.
Personally I think anybody who carries a knife in public is no gentleman.

Apologies if I missed anything.




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ahnowbrowncow

scotchy wrote: »

Also I'd like to add.


A good tablet computer
A good pair of earphones/headphones



Apologies for leaving out the big screen TVs, futons and globe drinks cabinets etc, but they are not necessarily Gentlemen's essentials IMO :rolleyes:

I put in the pocket knife, but not sure if its a good idea to carry a knife no matter what its for. I have one in work and I have lots at home.
Personally I think anybody who carries a knife in public is no gentleman.

Apologies if I missed anything.




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A tablet is essential? And earphones? Really?

scotchy

ahnowbrowncow wrote: »

A tablet is essential? And earphones? Really?

Good earphones

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taytothief

An open and critical mind.

Sir Arthur Daley

The keys of my Ferrari and Lamborghini.

Jimmy Iovine

scotchy wrote: »

Good earphones

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I'd say headphones instead of earphones. Earphones can do damage to your hearing if you're careless.

Slattsy

Cool thread! Here's my tuppence worth :-)

Every man should have the best of one of the following ;
Suit (Hugo Boss)
Watch
Wallet
Shoes
Sense of humour
Scotch

I agree about a decent pen, Parkers are my favourite.