Any clock can tell you the time but few will make you appreciate it like Amsterdam's Cloudnola. Their Flip Clock mixes retro styling with a clean, minimalist design to create a timepiece that is just as much an art piece. It uses an open mechanism to rotate a series of number cards as time goes on, inviting you to slow down and watch the minutes flip by. It's tabletop ready but also can be mounted on the wall.
Width: 14" / Height: 5.5" / Depth: 3.5"
Perhaps more elusive than acquiring one of these government-procured pens is the mystery surrounding the nature of the Embassy Pen's cap. Made in a private lab, the design of the pen intentionally doesn't allow for the cap to fit onto the back of the barrel for covert reasons not shared with the general public. Made from 6061-T6 anodized aluminum, C360 Free Machining Brass, or high-grade stainless steel and sporting a deep knurled grip, it's it an ideal (Manchurian) candidate for your daily carry. Inside the weighty Embassy Pen is a replaceable and pressurized Fisher Space Pen black ink cartridge that's good from -30º F to +250º F. Outside, there's a standard O-ring seal and a stainless steel clip with stonewashed finish. Made in the U.S.A. and individually serialized in batches of 1000 per production run, the Embassy Pen is currently in it's third revolution, is now available in stainless steel, and weighs more than twice the weight of the original Embassy Pen (now equal to about a roll of dimes).
Length: 5.25" / Diameter: .50" / Weight: 3.83 oz.
Designed and engineered to last a lifetime, this mechanical pencil is the best one you'll ever own or use. The custom-made writing device is machined from one solid piece of metal to give it incredible strength and tested for weight balance from end to end before being assigned a unique serial number. Every pencil contains multiple, intricate parts — each of which is made of metal except for the eraser and o-ring — but appears to be a single piece thanks to the seamless hand-blended design. A hidden screw system holds the pencil together and can be disassembled using the provided Allen key. The pencil arrives with a 0.5mm mechanism, five erasers, a cleanout rod for removing blockages, and a removable powder-coated clip. Available in stainless steel, titanium, and bronze.
Sourced from reclaimed wood, died deep black, and woven in to something useful, these baskets are an easy way to keep things tidy and look good doing it. Minor, intentional imperfections in each give the baskets a live-in look out of the box. Available in two sizes, the larger rectangle and smaller square basket, each is a nice addition to an office, den, or guest room to tuck trinkets away when not in use.
Square Basket: 10"H x 10"W x 10"D
Rectangle Basket: 10"H x 17"W x 11"D
Crafted in New Zealand from powder-coated black aluminum, this Studio Roller is a smart addition to your office, home, or place of business. The wall-mounted roller dispenses kraft paper that is held in place with a separate bar, giving you a canvas to brainstorm ideas, make a shopping list, or write out the menu at your cafe or restaurant. Paper is included with your purchase, and when it runs out the brackets are designed to fit universal kraft rolls tup to 8.6" in diameter. Screws and instructions for simple installation are also included.
Roll: 24" / Bracket: 24.6"
Beyond being a rock-solid writing instrument, the Karas Bolt Pen was built to be something more — fun. Its bolt-action mechanism extends and retracts the Pilot G2 ink cartridge in three deliberate steps, making it more enjoyable to fidget with than your average ballpoint. The barrel is machined in the USA from 6061-T6 aluminum or C360 brass, while the clip and related hardware are stainless steel.
Length: 6.125" / Diameter: 0.45" / Weight: 1.2 oz. (Aluminum), 2.9 oz. (Brass) / Ink: Black
Craft Design Technology teamed up with Life Co, LTD to create this beautiful A5 notepad. The pad uses yellow paper with a blue grid that contrasts with a dark green spine that is a traditional Japanese color, where each of these notepads was made. Half the size of standard A4 paper, it's an excellent on-the-go option that is still large enough to offer a comfortable writing space.
Height: 8.3" / Width: 5.8" / 50 sheets
Based in Hamburg, Germany, Sternglas creates functional, no-nonsense timepieces inspired by the Bauhaus design movement. The Topograph is one of their latest releases, centered around a black brushed stainless steel case and black dial with thin white markings. Among the highly legible indices is a Rehaut with each second inscribed that conveys the appearance of a technical measuring device. The minimalist watch is powered by rock-solid Miyota 821A automatic movement that's visible through the crystal case back and protected by slightly domed sapphire glass. Short, curved lugs make for a comfortable fit along with a leather strap that is handmade in Germany that can be swapped out in seconds for another thanks to the built-in quick release spring bars.
Case Diameter: 42mm / Case Thickness: 10mm / Lug Width: 20mm / Depth rating: 5 bar / Movement: Miyota 821A Automatic Movement / Power Reserve: 42 hours / Jewels: 21
Clinton C. Filson got his start outfitting prospectors on their way to the Klondike Gold Rush at the end of the 19th century. The C.C.F. line of workwear from Filson bears his initials and carries on the Filson tradition of high-quality clothing that's versatile and tough. Made with a durable nylon shell with quilted polyester insulation, the C.C.F. Quilted Utility Jacket is compact and lightweight, making it an ideal outer layer as the weather begins to turn in the Fall, and in early Spring when there's still a chill in the air. In the colder months of Winter, it's perfect to place underneath a heavier coat as an insulating layer, making it a true three-season workhorse. Each jacket is finished with action-back shoulder pleats, insulated hand-warmer pockets, a metal zipper, and is priced right to be your go-to, throw-it-on layer this Fall.
Sizing: True to Size / Take Your Most Common Size
Designed and made in Japan, these scissors upgrade a timeless utility. The matte black cutting instrument is made from brushed stainless steel with a sharp edge for precise cuts, and a universal design for comfortable use in your right or left-handed. Inspired by the traditional work of sword artisans in the Gifu prefecture, the minimalist shears breathe new life into an ordinary office tool.
Sometimes a Sprayer is overkill. For smaller works, Krink makes these handy Paint Markers. Each is filled with 22ml of permanent, opaque alcohol-based paint that works great on glass, metal, coated paper, painted, and other smooth surfaces. A 7mm chisel tip makes detailed applications possible, and each one is also handmade in the USA.
Made from a stout, high impact Polycarbonate case, this desk clock looks nearly identical to an altimeter instrument used in the cockpit of military aircraft to measure altitude during a mission. The clock features a replica (non-functioning) adjustment knob, glass face, and twin pointers with a silent sweep seconds hand that eliminates the noise most quartz clocks create. A welcome addition to any work environment or end table, the clock operates on a single AA battery which is included.
Width: 3.3" / Dial Width: 2.86" / Depth: 3.5"
Blackwing's story goes all the way back to the launch of the 602 in the 1930s. Relied upon by such notable artists as John Steinbeck, Stephen Sondheim, and Looney Tunes legend Chuck Jones, they were discontinued in 1998. Revived by Palomino in 2010, these modern Blackwings are softer than the 602, but exude similar quality, with the same iconic square ferrule and eraser. The standard Blackwing has a matte black finish and black eraser, while the Pearl has a white finish, white eraser, and slightly firmer graphite. Available in packs of 12 and made in Japan.
Sold as sets of 12.
Made from solid American Maple, this tray is the perfect home for your daily essentials. Milled and finished in Michigan, this Uncrate exclusive edition was stained with black ink with a no-shine coating for a handsome, dark look. An ideal way to keep your watch, keys, and other EDC items organized when they aren't in use, the tray sits comfortably on your desk, dresser, or coffee table.
Length: 11" / Width: 7.5" / Thickness: 0.5"
Practical and straightforward, this to-do pad from Appointed is the perfect place to list your upcoming tasks, and tear them off once completed. Each one is made in the U.S.A. using sustainably sourced materials, with purposeful but minimal branding. The pad has smooth text weight paper stock and is bound with a foil stamped bookcloth.
Size: 4" x 7" / 50 perforated sheets
Compact and convenient, this jotter notebook is an ideal choice for notes and sketches. Each one is made in the U.S.A. using sustainably sourced materials with purposeful but minimal branding. The jotter is protected by a water-resistant charcoal grey bookcloth cover with saddle stitch binding and blank uncoated text weight paper stock.
Size: 4.25" x 6" / 40 blank pages
Travel-friendly and perfect for on-the-go notes and reminders, this pocket notepad is a classic keeper of everyday things. Each one is made in the U.S.A. using sustainably sourced materials with purposeful but minimal branding. The notepad is protected with a handsome water-resistant bookcloth cover and bound with brass coils.
Size: 5 1/2" x 3 3/4" / 50 sheets
Backed by the power of a neural network, the Langogo translator lets you hold real-time conversations in over 100 languages. It has an embedded eSIM that gives it cellular network access in over 70 countries while allowing it to serve as a WiFi hotspot for up to five devices. Translations are delivered in under a second, with multiple mics supporting two-way translation, and a built-in AI assistant can deliver relevant local information including weather, exchange rates, and attraction information.
Height: 4.78" / Width: 2.14" / Depth: 0.52" / Weight: 4.06 oz.
Oris was founded in 1904 in the village of Hölstein which is surrounded by the Waldenburg Valley. The Calibre 115 draws inspiration from that location and continues the company's rich tradition of premium mechanical timepieces. The new timepiece features a fully skeletonized movement — including the barrel at 12 o'clock — so the watchmaker's talents are on full display. As you wind the crown, the mainspring coils until it's fully wound and ready to deliver ten days of uninterrupted power. It's housed within a 44mm brushed titanium case that employs a design passed down from a 1938 model and supplemented by a jet engine turbine blade motif introduced into the Big Crown ProPilot's bezel a few years ago. Additional details include Super-LumiNova filled hands and indices, double-sided anti-reflective domed sapphire glass, and a multi-piece titanium bracelet or a black leather strap.
Presented by Oris.
Designed by Paul Fisher in 1948, and updated for NASA in the 1960s for extreme conditions, the Fisher Bullet Space Pen is one of the most iconic writing instruments ever made. Thanks to an ink cartridge that's pressurized with nitrogen gas with a tungsten carbide ballpoint tip, the pen writes in temperatures ranging from -30º F to 250º F, underwater and over wet surfaces, and at any angle, even upside down and in zero gravity. Its compact size and curved shape make it perfect for pockets. Made of brass with a matte black finish, raw brass, or chrome in Nevada, USA.
Length: 3.75" / Diameter: 0.3" / Weight: 0.96 oz. / Ink: Black
As seen in Uncrate Issue 04.
Hand made from reclaimed steel, this trash can melds industrial design with minimalist charm. The step can is brand new, but sports a vintage look, complete with a handle on top that brings to mind steel trash cans from the '70s and '80s and a caution reminder on the front to "be careful not to get your fingers or hands caught." The cans are made individually, meaning each will have subtle differences and blemishes that only add to the uniqueness and appeal.
Height: 20" / Width: 13" / Depth: 13"
The first Field Notes notebooks were made by Aaron Draplin by hand as a holiday gift for friends. These notebooks are pretty much the same as the originals, available in three variations: graph, ruled, or plain paper. Each Original Kraft memo book is bound by a rugged three-staple saddle-stitch process and sold in packs of three. Proudly printed and manufactured in the U.S.A.
1 Pack of 3 Notebooks / Height: 5.5" / Width: 3.5" / 48 Pages
When a larger notebook is called for, look no further than this Steno pad. It features a sturdy black "Double-O Wiring" spiral at the top that ensures it lies flat, open or closed. It's filled with bright white paper that is Gregg-Ruled with a fine, soy-based application of light brown ink. Inside covers have info that ranges from the history of stenography to temperature conversions, and a hobo symbol quick reference guide. Proudly printed and manufactured in the U.S.A.
Height: 9" / Width: 6" / 80 Pages
Less of a whiteboard and more of a giant Windows 10-powered tablet, the Microsoft Surface Hub 2S is a meeting space centerpiece. Its 50-inch screen (an 85-inch version will arrive later) offers 4K resolution, support for the included Surface Pen, and the ability to run off an APC Charge Mobile Battery, ideal for pairing with a Steelcase Roam stand as a mobile solution. A quad-core Intel Core 5 processor runs Office 365, Microsoft Whiteboard, and other collaborative apps with ease, and a 4K camera with an 8-element MEMS microphone array enables crystal clear video conferencing.
July 20 marks the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing. To commemorate the occasion, the U.S. Postal Service is releasing two new forever stamps. The first features a photo of Buzz Aldrin in his spacesuit on the surface of the moon, while the second is a shot of the moon in the night sky, with the Apollo 11 lunar module landing site in the Sea of Tranquility marked with a yellow dot. An image of the lunar module itself will be included on the selvage of the stamps, which will be released later this year.
A visible clock can be a noticeable drain on productivity. The Best Made Co. Workshop Clock solves this issue by tucking the time away inside a rugged metal box when focusing on the task at hand is more important than counting the hours. The clock is made in Japan with a sweeping seconds quartz movement, black dial, and white markings in Best Made's custom "Indicator" typeface. The box, meanwhile, is built and powder-coated in the USA, both hiding the clock when necessary and protecting it from workshop mishaps. The box has a foldout handle for tabletop/bookcase use and can be separated from the clock to let the latter hang on its own.
Clock Diameter: 12.5" / Box Width: 15.25" / Box Height: 15.25" / Box Depth: 2.25"
For the same price, you could buy approximately 1,080 Bic pens (if you opt for economical 144-packs). But you'll lose every last one of those plastic ballpointers, and won't feel like your written words are worth a dime. We're opting instead for the Inventery Mechanical Pen. Available in a black oxide or brushed chrome finish, this writing instrument is machined from a single brass rod to form a unibody construction. At the heart of the pen is a Schmidt P8126 capless rollerball in black ink, paired with an all-brass Schmidt click mechanism that's near-silent. Each pen has an anti-roll groove, and is marked with an individual serial number.
Weight: 57 Grams / Length: 5 Inches / Diameter: 11mm
Made from solid concrete that is finished with a low-sheen polish, this valet tray will help you stay organized in style. Each one is hand made in Portland, Maine and comes separated into two sections. One side is perfect for your smartphone with it's indention for a charging cable, while the other can hold a variety of everyday carry items, from your keys to your wallet, watch, or sunglasses. A fixture on your desk, nightstand, or end table, it's as handsome as it is practical — whether it's loaded up or waiting to serve your organizational needs.
Length: 7" / Width: 10" / Thickness: .75"
If you happened to read Uncrate Issue 01, you'd know that dynamo designer Aaron Draplin has a love for Americana. So we're sure he was thrilled to get to design his very own stamp. The "Star Ribbon", like much of Draplin's work, feels simultaneously modern and historic, with a classic folded ribbon design that represents the connectedness of the American people. Subtle gradients give it depth, a second, smaller star in the middle focuses the eye, and lightweight, sans-serif type at the bottom denotes its use and country of origin. The stamp will be sold in coils of 10,000 and in panes of 20, and since it works forever, we recommend stocking up beginning March 22, 2019.
Deceptively complex and surprisingly heavy, this pool ball-sized puzzle makes a terrific addition to your desk. It's crafted from three identical pieces of die-cast stainless steel, with satin-finished exteriors and pebbled interiors. Lined up precisely along six points, the three pieces slide effortlessly together to form a sphere, and once together, slide open and closed like a lens' aperture blades. Arrives with a contrasting brass-finish display stand.
Diameter: 2.25" / Weight: 1 lb. 10 oz.
Made in the USA, this classic machined pen is the perfect addition to your EDC lineup. It's compact, dependable, turned from solid barstock and finished to give each different material a distinct look and feel in your hand. Each pen comes with a clip and a PR4 Medium Black Fisher Space Pen cartridge which is replaceable through the set screw in the back of the pen. Choose from tumbled stainless steel, polished brass, and stainless steel with a black PVD DLC finish.
Capped Length: 4" / Length with cap posted: 5.75" / Diameter: 0.5" / Weight: Tumbled Stainless - 2.9oz, Black PVD DLC Stainless - 2.9oz, Polished Brass - 3.1oz
Crafted from solid brass, this fountain pen is built to last a lifetime. The pen is treated with a matte black finish that will wear off over time, creating a personalized patina based on your specific use. A matching matte black stand made of solid brass is included with a plastic cap liner inside to ensure the ink won't dry out in the nib while in the stand. And if waiting for that patina is too much of a challenge, you can customize the look of your fountain pen using the included sheet of sandpaper that removes as much or as little of the black coating as you choose.
Body: 5.7" / Nib Size: Fine / Weight (Whole pen, empty): 1.17oz.
Ink not included
Surge protectors and extension cords are ugly. Conway Electric decided to put an end to that by creating their series of Extō Smart Chip extension outlets. Taking things even further, we've released an exclusive blackout version of their 6-outlet, surge-protected Extō 720 and standard 2-outlet Extō model with the addition of up to 5AMPS of USB-C capability, powerful enough to charge laptops. In addition to their 3-prong tamper resistant outlets, each features a USB-C and a standard USB-A port that both automatically adjust to the charging speed best suited to the device, then shut off when the device is fully charged, preventing over-charging that leads to shortened battery life. Non-marking feet allow the units to sit on surfaces with minimal shifting, and self-tapping screw holes on the back of each unit allow for wall mounting. The 6-foot cord on both models is wrapped in braided cotton insulation and is rated to 13 amps, and the entire steel assembly is made in the USA.
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