Sunday, November 30, 2008

Sniping...


The Accuracy International L115A3 is arguably the best sniper rifle in the world (at the moment). Firing a heavy 8.59mm round, it can hit a human size target at 1400 meters. Accuracy is not inexpensive - Cost: about 34,000 USD.







Dealer information via Accuracy International:

www.accuracyinternational.com

Saturday, November 29, 2008

The Transporter...


Here's a great solution for moving your racing motorcycle around: the Ducati/Tundra Transporter. A customized Toyota Tundra truck with a motorized skid and enclosure to protect your bike when transporting it. Built for operation by a single person, it has plenty of storage for tools and spare parts.




Pictures and details via Pickuptrucks.com:
news.pickuptrucks.com

Friday, November 28, 2008

Overboard...


If you're a big fan of both boutique hotels and sailing, you might want to check out the latest project presented by DJ Fat Boy Slim (aka Norman Cook) -- The 'Barracuda' a nicely appointed yacht that patrols the waters off the coast of Sardinia.






Details and booking information via 'Mr and Mrs Smith':
www.mrandmrssmith.com

Thursday, November 27, 2008

Pests...


If you need to keep pests away from your campsite or jobsite, you might want one of these: 'The Yeti Portable Security System'. A small self contained unit that has motion and bump detectors built in. When activated, a loud audible alarm and flashing lights will scare away the vermin. Cost: about 250 USD.





Available from My Yeti:
myyeti.com

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Grande...


The long rumored Porsche sedan has finally surfaced with some solid release plans. The 'Panamera Gran Toursimo' will officially be released globally in the spring of 2009. The large sedan (16.3 feet long) will be equipped with the PDK 7 speed dual clutch gearbox. It will also be available in a variety of engine selections- the largest being the 'S' version with a 500 HP V8.





Pictures and details via Jalopnik:

www.jalopnik.com

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

A bit matchy...


If you're looking for the perfect watch to match your vintage Ferrari (and who isn't?), you might like this: The custom Rolex Daytona. The sport watch is available with a Ferrari red dial with a military grade scratch proof coating. Only 25 of these custom watches will be made. Available from the London based Bamford & Sons. Cost: about 23,000 USD.



Read a bit more from Just Luxe:
www.justluxe.com

Monday, November 24, 2008

Sunfish...


A Swiss company called BKW is currently working on a civilian submarine that is solar powered. 'Projekt Goldfisch' will be able to stay submerged, while drawing power from a floating solar panel island. Passengers will arrive and leave the sub via a solar powered shuttle. Launch of the ship is planned for mid 2012.





Read more about it via the Projekt Goldfisch site:
www.projekt-goldfisch.ch

Sunday, November 23, 2008

A close shave...


If you enjoy a straight razor shave, but don't enjoy having to take care of your blades - you might enjoy this: the 'The Feather Artist Razor'. The most advanced straight razor made, this disposable blade razor is very easy to take care of. The whole thing can be boiled to sterilize. Cost: about 110 USD





The 'Feather Artist' via the Nashville Knife Shop:
www.nashvilleknifeshop.com

Saturday, November 22, 2008

For Sale: Big Frickin' Lasers...


Seems the guys over at Northrop Grumman have put their finishing touches on the the first weaponized laser system (just in time for the Christmas season). The units are not exactly hand held - but can be chained together to form a large scale solid state laser for defensive or offensive purposes. The system is being marketed under the catchy name 'Firestrike'. Cost: negotiable.






Read more about it via the Northrop Grumman site:
www.irconnect.com

Friday, November 21, 2008

Unlikely...


Here's a toy spy car that really is a spy car. This small remote control toy also works as an audio transmitter for up to 50 yards. Very crafty. A lot of fun for 30 USD.



The Super Spy Car from Restoration Hardware;
www.restorationhardware.com

Thursday, November 20, 2008

Making tracks...


If you're serious about tracking your car or other asset, you might take a look at something like this: 'The GlobalSat TR-151'. This small device can be incorporated into whatever you'd like to track, then you can follow its location on either a free service (like googlemaps) or a premium subscription service. With realtime updates, it would be easy to recover your asset - or launch a missile. Cost: variable based on subscription service.




More info via Navigadget:
www.navigadget.com

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Golden...


Are you running a con or looking for a new doorstop? Either way, your covered with this: 'The Gold Doorstop' by Arik Levy. Made of aluminum and iron, this gold brick could double as a blunt instrument. Cost; about 81 USD




Details and order via Unica Home:
www.unicahome.com

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Scoping it out...


Renowned lens maker Carl Zeiss is combining a scope with a digital camera - the 'The 85 T* FL' spotting scope. Features include a 7 megapixel camera, flip out OLED reviewing screen, 15-45x magnification, and an IR release for vibration free photo taking. Perfect for ... er... birdwatching. Available in spring 2009.





Read more via Photography Blog.com:
www.photographyblog.com

Monday, November 17, 2008

Clubbing...


A proper drive in golf requires one to hit the ball at 110 MPH. Most people can't manage that. Now there's a secret weapon: the nitrogen infused 'Air Force One Driver' from Powerbilt. Using a compressed nitrogen layer in the head of the golf club, most people can get an addition 10 to 15 yards on a drive. And it's all perfectly legal. Cost: about 500 USD.




News of the release via World Golf:
www.worldgolf.com



Powerbilt Website:
www.powerbilt.com

Sunday, November 16, 2008

Return of the egg chair...


It's been a while since you could get your hands on a new 'Ovalia Egg Chair'... Henrik Thor Larsen's 1968 classic is being offered again by Panik Design in a variety of colors -- with one additional option: embedded JBL speakers. Cost: 4950 GBP.






More pictures and order info via Panik Design:
www.panik-design.com