High caliber accessories...

One can spruce up a french cuff shirt with these, 'Spent shell casing cufflinks'. Available in .357, .38, and .45 caliber - they are made by ArtifactsNRelics and sold via Etsy.com. Cost: about 32 USD.





Bullet Cufflinks via Etsy:
www.etsy.com/shop/ArtifactsNRelics?section_id=7258141

Up his sleeve...

One of this year's winners for the PopSci Inventions contest is 'The BodyGuard' - An armored glove that includes a laser pointer, video camera, flashlight and a half million volt stun weapon.







Read more and watch the video at PopSci:
www.popsci.com

Food for thought...

Scientists say it is possible to make yourself a bit smarter using 'N Back training' - a type of exercise designed to increase fluid thinking. In 20 minutes a day for 20 days, it is possible to have an effect lasting months. (and yes, there's an App for that...)




Read more about it via Medicalxpress:
medicalxpress.com/news/2011-05-brain_1.html

Nuggets of wisdom...

Here are 22 expert tips for improving your life with style from the kind folks at Details Magazine.







22 Expert tips from Details Magazine:
www.details.com/style-advice/rules-of-style/201103/expert-tips-22-rules-advice

I'll have what he's having...

If you've ever been at a loss for what to order as a cocktail, you might want to load the 'Bond Mixology' app onto your iPhone. Every drink from every Bond movie has been meticulously documented and made accessible. Cost: 2 USD.




The 'Bond Mixology' app via itunes:
itunes.apple.com

Basics: How to Shoot a Rifle...

It may not come up in your everyday life, but it's a skill that can certainly come in handy - 'How to Shoot a Rifle'. Here's a good primer from the guys over at 'The Art of Manliness'.






How to Shoot a Rifle from The Art of Manliness:
artofmanliness.com/2011/05/13/how-to-shoot-a-rifle

Airline lounge...

In Zurich, Switzerland an old Soviet Ilyushin IL-14 airplane has been recycled to become 'Runway 34' - a restaurant and lounge. The aviation themed remodel includes interior hardwood flooring and mood lighting. The adjacent overflow seating area is home to a cigar lounge, humidor and espresso machine.




Details and photos via Jaunted:
www.jaunted.com

Runway 34 Site (German only):
www.runway34.ch

Towards the light...

If you're looking for a stylish outdoor heating option, you might check out the 'Kindle Heat Lamps'. Large lamps that conceal propane heaters to keep your outdoor festivities comfortable.





Info, photo and order via Kindle Living:
www.kindleliving.com

Sezz you...

Fans of the stylish and quirky 'Hotel Sezz' in Paris will pleased to know there's a new sister property in Saint Tropez. The sleek and simple interior is perfect for beach style relaxation. Features include a spa and champagne bar.





Details and links to both Paris and St. Tropez locations via Sezz:
www.hotelsezz.com

Take the Benz...

If you pre-ordered the Mercedes EC145 Luxury Helicopter, you're in luck - it's getting close to shipping. After the initial prototypes were shown last year, the 'production' version was on display this past week. Very stylish.







Photos via MobileMag:
www.mobilemag.com

Raising cane...

One of life's simple pleasures - a well made sword cane. The Burger Knife Company is still making high quality blades in South Africa.







Info and order via 'Sword Cane':
www.swordcane.com

Touchy...

Collecting fingerprints can be a messy affair, but the new FbF MobileOne device can help with that. It fits over an iPod touch - turning it into a fingerprint collection device. Information can be transferred via WiFi for collection. Cost: 600 USD




Technical details and order via Fulcrum Biometrics:
www.fulcrumbiometrics.com

Commemorative...

In celebration of 50 years' collaboration, Aston Martin and Zagato will be showing off their 'Aston Martin V12 Zagato'. On display at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este near Lake Como, Italy - the limited edition will be available in 2012.





Photos and story via AutoWeek:
www.autoweek.com

Sensitive guy...

Express your sensitive side with these simple greeting cards - the cover is a target with off center holes: the message inside is 'Miss you'. Available from Etsy. Cost: 3.50 USD






www.etsy.com

Phone it in...

You can get rid of those pesky house keys and start using your phone for access - using the 'Lockitron'. The system hooks to your home router and can accept phoned in commands to unlock your door. Cost: about 295 USD.




lockitron.com