The Foiled Again Series Is a Fresh and Flashy New Set From Field Notes

The Foiled Again series is Field Notes' 59th Quarterly Edition for Summer 2023 and continues the brand's elevation of the everyday notebook. They've partnered with Studio on Fire of St. Paul, Minnesota, to revisit and produce the hot-foil stamping process used to create the metallic cover of this edition, with Field Notes artist Aaron Draplin providing the detailed intricacies of the cover artwork.

Field Notes says that hot foil stamping is one of their favorite printing processes, originally patented in 1892 by Ernst Oeser of Germany. For the Foiled Again series, Studio on Fire hot-stamps silver foil on a new paper called Neenah Pearl “Indigo” 110# cover stock. Inside are 48 pages of 60# Finch Opaque text stock ruled with silver ink and bound with three staples. A matching tuck box that features the cover art in reverse colors stores and carries three Field Notes Foiled Again notebooks.

Size: 3.5" x 5.5"
Pages: 48, with 0.25" ruled lines
Features: Ruled paper, foil stamped

The Foiled Again series notebooks are available now from Field Notes' official Amazon storefront.

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Kizer's New Hunstmen Knife Takes Inspiration from a Fearsome Australian Spider

Among the many knives Kizer has released this year, the Huntsmen—based on the unique, long-legged hunstman spider commonly seen in Australia and other tropical regions—arrives with one of the largest and most distinct blade shapes in the brand's lineup. It's Kizer's first collaboration with designer James Lowe, and the substantial 3.82" S35VN modified tanto blade is designed for outdoor and hunting activities, paired with a premium titanium framelock handle with carbon fiber inlays.

Kizer says the Huntsmen's features "mimic spider tentacles, offering both style and deterrence," and spider motifs can be seen across the knife, from the blade shape to the "eyes" in the thumb groove to the wider spacing of the jimping on the blade spine and handle.

Purpose: Outdoors, camping, hunting
Blade Steel: CPM S35VN
Blade Length: 3.82"
Overall Length: 8.66"
Handle Materials: Titanium, carbon fiber
Deployment: Thumbstud, thumb groove
Lock Type: Framelock
Weight: 5.26oz

The Huntsmen is available now from Kizer's official Amazon storefront.

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Tiptop Things Ltd Launches Nanobag 7.0, Their Ultra-Light, Ultra-Strong, Ultra-Practical Bag for Everyday Adventures

As the 10th and latest in Hong Kong-based Tiptop Things Ltd’s successes via crowdfunding on Kickstarter, The Nanobag 7.0 is set to be launched in February 2024 and is the latest addition to the Nanobag lineup. Crafted with custom high-performance ripstop fabric, it’s engineered to redefine portability, strength, and convenience and be the perfect companion for everyday life, while still able to easily fit into a pants pocket.

Tiptop Things calls the Nanobag 7.0 “the next revolution in sustainable convenience.” With the ability to pack into a tiny pouch, carry up to 66 pounds, and a three-layered handle for comfort, it’s designed to take on even heavy loads and then disappear into your pockets or bag when not in use.

Purpose: Packable bag
Capacity: 66 lbs
Materials: 0.05mm diamond ripstop, custom nylon polymer
Multiple styles, capacities, and designs are available

The Nanobag 7.0 campaign is already funded but still in progress, so standard crowdfunding disclaimer applies; be aware of how pledging on Kickstarter works.

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Wuben Unveils the E7 Headlamp: A Powerful Illumination Solution for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Wuben recently released the Wuben E7 Headlamp last October 26th, 2023, the latest addition to their lineup, which offers a powerful and versatile hands-free lighting solution for various applications. Whether navigating a trail, working in low-light conditions, or engaging in outdoor activities, it’s designed to meet the needs of outdoor enthusiasts, adventurers, and professionals alike. The E7 Headlamp combines cutting-edge technology with user-friendly features for a superior lighting experience.

Read more: Wuben previously released the Wuben X3 EDC Flashlight, Wuben X0 Flashlight, Wuben L1 Dual-Head Flashlight, and Wuben Lightok X2 Easy Carry Light this year.

Wuben says that the E7 is a "cost-effective headlamp" and achieves this with its ability to use dual battery options and double functionality both in and out of the headlamp harness due to its compact size and magnetic tail.

Purpose: Hunting, Work, Hiking, Running, Camping
Lumens/Candela: 1,800 Max Lumens
LED: OSRAM P9 x 2
Weight: 2.82oz
Dimensions: 2.38” x 0.94” x 1.10”
Waterproof rating: IP68

The Wuben E7 is available now, direct from Wuben and on Amazon.

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Clip & Carry Mini-Tool Sheaths

"These tiny sheaths provide the perfect home for mini multitools like the Gerber Dime and Leatherman Squirt PS4. They’re made from the same durable Kydex material used for gun and knife holsters and come in black, carbon fiber black, and carbon fiber red patterns. A retention screw lets you..." (via The Awesomer)

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The Best Cyber Monday EDC Deals 2023

Had a good Black Friday weekend? Keep those minimalist wallets handy because Cyber Monday is here to bring even more savings and sales. We know how hectic it can be to scour the web for great deals on everyday carry essentials, so we're doing the work for you. In this guide, we're rounding up the best deals from retailers and brands you know and love to help you or those on your list equipped with fresh gear as we head into the holidays. Keep it locked here and check back often for new deals, as we'll be updating the guide in real-time with more ways to save.

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