Pens as a writing instrument have stood the test of time and they’ll be timeless accessories for eternity. Those who cherish the joy of writing down stuff with their fountain or rollerball pen always appreciate the idea of investing in a quality option. The unique writing experience these writing instruments offer is unmatchable, making them a must-have everyday carry.
If you also love keeping a fountain pen handy, the Submarine Collection by TaG will interest you. The submarine-shaped fountain pen edition is developed in collaboration with Hou Xin-Yong, a highly experienced calligrapher with over 2 decades of expertise, and Lee Tai-Ying, the founder of a fountain pen club in Taiwan.
The heart of the solid brass fountain pen is its ink-filling mechanism which is second to none. Simply dip the pen’s tailormade black PVD stainless steel nib from Schmidt (you can also choose the gold-plated nib version) into the ink bottle and turn the knob at the top, it’s as easy as that. The weight balance of the writing instrument makes it a treat to use for long writing sessions and ensures natural movement of the hand across the paper. This is attributed to the anti-slip tapered fiber grooves around the pen for a secure grip and tactile dimension to the whole writing experience.
To make sure, there is no ink leakage like other conventional friction-free converter structures, the pen has an internal treaded structure between the converter and the pen’s outer shell. At the top of the writing instrument, the turbine-inspired cap element complements the streamlined design aesthetics of the pen. According to TaG, the fountain pen is crafted with precision as every detail right from “the choice of premium materials to the aesthetic appeal, has been thoroughly considered for a creation that is functionally and visually pleasing at the same time.”
If you are more oriented toward the rollerball pen option, the makers have a compelling option for you. The Submarine Rollerball Pen has the same sleek design and the signature turbo-filling mechanism. It comes with a Schmidt rollerball tip that moves on the writing surface like butter. Both these writing instruments are in a league of their own with massive crowdfunding already, surpassing the goal by a humongous margin. If you already fancy the idea of buying one you can pledge the fountain pen for $109 and the ballpoint pen for $100.
There are some people who still buy the iPhone 13 Mini in bulk because it’s the last small smartphone Apple ever made. In the pursuit of ‘bigger and better’, smartphone companies have abandoned the very concept of ergonomics, and phones nowadays are so large and heavy, people quite literally have indented pinky fingers as a result. The iPhone 13 Mini and perhaps the Asus Zenfone 9 were perhaps the last ‘small’ phones before the concept was retired – so Nothing decided to do something about it. Or rather, poke fun at it at least.
Meet the Phone (2a) Micro – an alternative to the Plus and Max phones of today’s world. Announced as a rather fitting April Fool’s Prank, the Phone (2a) Micro is functionally miniscule, measuring probably no larger than a Zippo lighter. However, it still manages to hold up rather well considering its size. The prototype (although we’re 99% certain it’s CGI) features a rather usable (yet tiny) screen that still somehow manages to be usable. The video above is a tiny (no pun intended) demonstration of the phone in action… and it also takes aim at major smartphone companies for abandoning the relatively large (again, no pun intended) audience of people with small hands!
Roughly 3 inches tall, the Phone (2a) Micro comes with the same design as its predecessor, albeit scaled down. It ditches the dual camera on the back for a single one (there’s really no real estate for 2 lenses), but still retains every aspect of the phone’s design including even its Glyph Interface (which apparently works, in the video demo). Flip the phone over and you’ve got a virtually bezel-less screen (clearly even the tiniest of bezels weigh heavily on a phone that size), but the lack of bezels is made up by a whopper of a front-facing camera, which eats into a significant portion of the display. I guess good selfies are an important part of owning a phone, right?
I’ll be honest, April Fool’s Day jokes have all but died down ever since the pandemic, when corporates decided it just wasn’t worth the effort. Sure, sometimes a company like Volkswagen DOES crack a joke about rebranding to Voltswagen, sending economies and stock markets into a flurry, but overall, larger companies have sort of lost their sense of humor (Google used to crack elaborate jokes every year before Sundar Pichai took the reigns). However, it’s good to see newer companies taking things in their stride and trying to engage with their fans and communities using humor. Whether it’s Nothing’s tiny phone, or Razer’s chair with robotic arms, a good corporate joke just makes large brands feel more human, allowing people to resonate and connect with them on a deeper level… but as far as the Phone (2a) Micro goes, does it have a 3.5mm audio jack, though??
The Pagoda Lamp taps into the rich symbolism of Buddhist pagodas to create an unparalleled lighting experience. Pagodas, renowned for their tower-like stature, multi-story design, and construction from stone, brick, or wood, are typically associated with Buddhist temple complexes and are a common sight in East and Southeast Asia. Inspired by the deep significance imbued within these iconic structures – embodiments of enlightenment and spiritual wisdom – the visionaries behind the Pagoda Lamp set out to translate these age-old concepts into a contemporary masterpiece. In their pursuit, they seamlessly weave tradition into the fabric of modern design, breathing new life into ancient symbolism.
Designer: Zongming Liu and Xingchen Pan
At the heart of this lamp’s design philosophy lies the ambition to reimagine traditional symbols uniquely and refreshingly. Departing from conventional lamp designs, this luminary masterpiece boasts a distinctive feature – a seamless integration of form and function, reminiscent of the artful rotations of a pagoda. Its appearance alone speaks volumes, with the bulbs housed within the graceful contours of the pagoda’s shape, exuding an aura of elegance and mystique.
What truly sets this lamp apart is its innovative approach to user interaction. Eschewing the need for external switches, the lamp ingeniously incorporates its controls into the very essence of its design. With a simple touch and gentle rotation atop the pagoda, users can effortlessly illuminate their space, adjusting brightness levels to suit their preferences. This intuitive functionality not only enhances the user experience but also adds a touch of magic to everyday lighting routines.
Crafted with precision and attention to detail, the Pagoda Lamp is as much a feat of engineering as it is a work of art. The shell, meticulously fashioned from teak wood, offers not only aesthetic appeal but also durability and stability. Designed to withstand the rigors of daily use, the lamp’s construction ensures minimal deformation, while the natural heat conduction of wood imbues a sense of warmth and comfort to any space it illuminates.
With dimensions of 10cm x 10cm x 20cm, the Lamp is perfectly suited for a variety of settings, from cozy reading nooks to elegant study spaces. Moreover, its affordable price point makes it accessible to a wide audience, catering to the diverse needs of modern households. In a market saturated with mundane lamp designs, the Pagoda Lamp stands out as a testament to the transformative power of innovative design, elevating the humble desk lamp into a true work of art. However, behind its exquisite exterior lies a testament to ingenuity and craftsmanship. The complex internal structure of this lamp posed significant challenges during the manufacturing process, requiring meticulous attention to detail and precision machining techniques to achieve the desired outcome. Yet, it is precisely this commitment to excellence that sets this lamp apart, ensuring a product of unparalleled quality and sophistication.
Irrespective if you’re working at home or in commercial life, both these scenarios involve a desk! A desk is probably one of the most important pieces of furniture in our modern lives, only because we spend the majority of our day on it. You may be typing away to glory, munching away on a snack, or simply fidgeting with a random object – you do end up spending hours on your desk. And hence, your desk must be neat, tidy, and uncluttered. Not only will this improve your work routine and productivity, but it will also help you maintain a clearer and more streamlined mindset. And, I’ve discovered that adding limited, quality, and innovative products to my desk setup can help me in achieving these goals! And if they’re Japanese products then rest assured they’re gonna be minimal, functional, and ergonomic. And we’ve curated a collection of smart and well-designed desk gear to help you achieve peak productivity. Happy working!
1. Levitating Pen 3.0
Dubbed the Levitating Pen, this sleek writing accessory features a Schmidt ballpoint cartridge, letting you hold it with ease, and write seamlessly and smoothly. The pen floats at a 60-degree angle when it is resting in its specially designed stand, which instantly reminds you of a spacecraft floating about in the galaxy!
This good-looking pen can be placed in its magnetized holder, which keeps it floating in position. You simply need to give the pen a little twist, and it will spin for 20 seconds, letting you have a playful experience with it.
What we like
Easy and sturdy to hold and use
Spinning the pen can be a fun stress-busting activity for you
What we dislike
When placed on a curved surface the pen can easily roll off, so you need to keep it aside with care
2. Bookish Bookmark
Have you ever found yourself browsing through your favorite book on your desk, and you want to leave it open while you quickly grab a snack or a drink, but you can’t find anything to mark your place with?! Well, this is where the Bookish Bookmark comes in. It is a unique acrylic bookmark that also looks like a book!
The second you look at the Bookish Bookmark, you know it is no ordinary bookmark. It is created to sit on your book, keeping it open for you as you sip some coffee, or chomp down on your favorite snacks. It lets you read while conducting other activities, but also ensures that the natural curved form of your book isn’t harmed.
What we like
Protects the natural curved form of your book, doesn’t damage its binding or ruin its shape
Lets you multitask while reading, you can sew or cook!
What we dislike
If you place the bookmark on your desk unused, it won’t lay completely flat
3. Serenity Pen Stand
Called the Serenity Pen Stand, this Japanese minimalist design exudes a metallic hint and is created to hold your pen upright, keeping it ready to use. This pen stand ensures that you never really lose your pen, since pens can be easy to misplace, it keeps your pen in sight always.
This minimal and sleek pen stand offers constant easy access to your pen, and making sure that you never lose it. Made using aluminum and copper, it functions as a well-balanced cylinder, that is designed to add a pop of personality and Japanese design ethos to your desk.
What we like
Features a sleek minimal design that is easy to set up, use, and carry
Equipped with a heavy copper bottom, offering a stable form
What we dislike
Since the pen stand is quite minimal and compact, it can be easily misplaced
There aren’t many color options to choose from
4. World Clock
If you’re someone who always ends up procrastinating, and often loses track of time, then the World Clock is what you need on your desk. It isn’t your everyday desk clock, and it has a unique dodecagonal shape with a single hand and a minimalist face. The innovative clock presents 12 time zones!
With a unique design and form, the World Clock not only offers the correct information about your country, but also extra details on the time in other parts of the world. At first glance, you can tell the hour, but with a closer look, you can figure out which quarter of the hour it is.
What we like
Has 12 sides with individual markings for a city that represents a certain timezone
What we dislike
It features only 12 set time zones, so you will be missing out on some time zones
5. Mecricco Catch
Called the Mecricco Catch, these elastic page-turning aids are designed by Plus, and let you turn your paper products with ease. The aids feature an outer rib, which lets you hold the paper firmly, while the inner rib doesn’t let your fingers slip while you’re flipping through pages.
Why is it noteworthy?
These page-turning aids have a concave curve at the bottom, which lets you move your fingers around as you flip through pages. It has holes that offer ventilation, giving your fingers some room to breathe.
What we like
An excellent option for those who have fancy nail jobs, and need to protect their fingers as they flip through pages
What we dislike
Not a necessary item, if you’ve gone completely digital
6. The Scissors w/ Base
Dubbed the Scissors w/ Base, these unique scissors are equipped with a magnetic base which makes the design a cutting-edge one. This innovative design allows you to completely reshape and jazz up your workspace organization, making sure your scissors aren’t lying around creating clutter.
The scissors’ feature a magnet base which is a total game-changer, snagging a VIP spot on your desk. They are crafted from lustrous Japanese steel, and besides functioning as a pretty nifty tool, they also make a sleek and good-looking addition to your desk decor.
What we like
The magnetic base can be utilized as a dedicated spot for your scissors
Equipped with a built-in cutter, which is quite an innovative forward-thinking detail we appreciate
What we dislike
Cannot function as an alternative to the heavy-duty scissors you need for difficult tasks
7. Effortless Standing Letter Cutter
Dubbed the Effortless Standing Letter Cutter, this nifty tool is something you defo need on your work desk. This simple tool can totally elevate your daily productivity and ensure you have a clean and well-maintained desk. The letter cutter also doubles up as a paperweight!
The Effortless Standing Letter Cutter completely transforms an ordinary and standard office tool. You can cut through paper efficiently and effectively, while also functioning as a paperweight. It is an excellent solution for boosting productivity!
What we like
The letter cutter cuts precisely leaving no mess behind
Doubles up as a paperweight as well, maintaining an organized desk
What we dislike
The letter cutter is not versatile enough to deal with intricate mail or bulkier packages
8. Everlasting All-Metal Pencil
Called the Everlasting All-Metal Pencil, this little pencil is an essential addition to your work desk. You can now bid farewell to the mundane cycle of pencil sharpening and dealing with annoying mechanical leads. You can harness creative ideas, and let them flow freely without any hindrance.
This special pencil has been crafted with a special alloy core and has an aluminum body that doesn’t need to be sharpened. This pencil is a durable and practical writing instrument, and it leaves marks without causing any wear or tear to the core.
What we like
Can be easily erased with regular erases
Offers a seamless and smooth writing experience
What we dislike
Doesn’t offer the same grip and comfort as traditional wooden pencils
9. Japanese Drawing Pad
Japanese paper is known for its stunning and premium quality and is quite loved by designers and artists. If you want to add some beautiful Japanese paper to your workdesk, then you need to get your hands on the Japanese Drawing Pad!
This premium-quality pad allows you to jot down your thoughts and ideas without the fear of damaging the durable paper fibers. The pad builds an engaging, smooth, and relaxing writing experience.
What we like
The paper is micro-perforated, which makes the paper to tear
The pad is available in various colors and sizes, so you can pick the one that suits your drawing needs
What we dislike
Aesthetically it looks like an ordinary pad, but the high quality is an experience, nothing something that can be seen
10. ASMR Zen Ball
This cute-looking ball is called the ASMR Zen Ball, and it merges natural and engineered elements to build a space-inspired design that offers a calming experience to its users. It has a meteorite-inspired porous surface which can serve as an excellent absorbent surface for your aroma oils as well.
It is crafted from genuine volcanic stone and matte aluminum alloy. It also doubles up as a fidget toy, which offers an interactive experience, allowing users to connect with the natural energy of the earth.
What we like
Functions as a fidget toy as well, which offers sensory stimulation
What we dislike
If the ball is not attached to the base, it can get rolling due to accidental bumps
In the serene Tsubame City of Niigata Prefecture, Japan, Yoshida Yasuri stands as a beacon of traditional craftsmanship married with modern precision. Celebrating its illustrious 120-year legacy, the artisans at Yoshida Yasuri uphold the age-old Edo-period metalworking techniques, delivering products that promise not just utility but a legacy.
Each nail file produced by Yoshida Yasuri is a masterpiece of meticulous craftsmanship. Unlike the conventional factory-made nail files that often succumb to dullness or bear sharp, injurious edges, Yoshida Yasuri’s files are a product of a painstaking three-stage sharpening process. Artisans skillfully sharpen each 1mm thick stainless steel plate diagonally left, diagonally right, and horizontally – a ritual performed six times on both sides of the file to ensure unmatched fineness and durability.
The precision of Yoshida Yasuri’s files is unparalleled. The traditional tagane (Japanese chisel) is meticulously polished and adjusted with each use, guaranteeing the uniformity of the file teeth. This harmonious blend of visual, auditory, and tactile feedback in their crafting process ensures each file’s perfection.
Yoshida Yasuri offers a singular, sharp-edged nail file, finished in an elegant matte black. This refinement reflects the brand’s commitment to simplicity, functionality, and enduring style. Each file is an emblem of lifelong durability, crafted from high-quality stainless steel that is both rust-resistant and washable.
Yoshida Yasuri extends their commitment to quality into the presentation and care of their nail files. Packaged in a branded storage box, these files are designed for those who appreciate the convergence of aesthetics and practicality. Additionally, Yoshida Yasuri provides handmade leather sheaths, crafted from top-grain veggie-tanned leather sourced from the Tochigi Leather Company. These sheaths are hand-stitched and branded, offering a stylish and durable complement to the nail file.
Yoshida Yasuri’s nail files are not just tools; they are a testament to a 120-year-old tradition of excellence, blending the best of the past with the innovations of the present. They stand as a symbol of sustainable beauty, offering a gentle, yet effective, solution to nail care that respects the natural structure of the nails, promoting health and preventing damage.
As a design website, we’ve had the distinction of covering practically every computer mouse there is. Regular mice, ergonomic mice, vertical mice, gaming mice, inflatable mice, even origami mice… so the BM1 doesn’t come as any massive surprise in terms of the visual design department. Modeled on the Lambda-class T-4A Shuttle from Star Wars, the mouse balances ergonomics with a rather inventive design that pays tribute to one of the greatest cinematic universes of all time.
Crafted by a visionary designer with a profound love for the Star Wars universe, the BM1 Mouse pays homage to one of the saga’s most iconic vessels – the Lambda-class T-4a shuttle. With its sleek contours and unmistakable resemblance to the Imperial Shuttle, this mouse beckons adventurers to embark on a journey through the stars, where every click and scroll resonates with the pulse of interstellar warfare.
For the legions of Star Wars aficionados and gamers alike, the BM1 Mouse offers an unparalleled experience, seamlessly blending the allure of the Galactic Empire with the thrill of virtual conquests. At first glance, the echoes of the Lambda-class shuttle resonate through the sleek contours of the mouse, with its central body mirroring the iconic vessel’s silhouette (if you exclude the wings).
The fusion of form and function reaches its peak with the mouse’s primary features – the left and right clicks, reminiscent of the cannons adorning the front of the Imperial Lambda. Each click resonates with the exhilaration of battle, offering gamers an immersive experience akin to piloting a starfighter through the vast expanse of space.
Beyond its striking resemblance to the Imperial Shuttle, the BM1 Mouse boasts a visual identity that exudes sophistication and ergonomic brilliance. Chamfered edges provide not only aesthetic appeal but also enhance grip and comfort during prolonged gaming sessions. The streamlined shape evokes a sense of speed and agility, reminiscent of the starships that dominate the Star Wars universe.
Not to be overlooked is the mouse’s scroller – a distinctive feature that commands attention with its futuristic design. Easy to spot and effortless to use, the scroller serves as a tool for navigation in the digital realm, guiding users through galaxies far and wide with precision and ease.
Moreover, the visual cues and font selection evoke a sense of futurism, drawing parallels to the technological marvels of the Star Wars universe. The color palette, a delicate fusion of greys, whites, and vibrant primary hues, further accentuates the mouse’s futuristic appeal, transporting users to a realm where technology and imagination converge.
A closer look at the mouse’s underside reveals a flat base adorned with sleek depressions, reminiscent of the underbelly of a spaceship preparing for flight. This attention to detail not only enhances the mouse’s aesthetic appeal but also reinforces its identity as a vessel for digital exploration and conquest.
Some of us have an uncanny love for knives, and in them, foldable knives. Not many, but of course a few of these foldable knives are created to get the toughest job done, and then there are a few amid them that are crafted for the collectors. An eye-candy for the latter is the Sidewinder, which is also an impending workhorse from Craighill.
Born to a brand “rooted in curiosity, ingenuity, and satisfaction” designing knives that are “beautiful and intriguing,” the Sidewinder draws its name from a namesake serpent known for its characteristic sideways gait. The knife has a unique handle and opening mechanism that mimics the Sidewinder slithering smoothly on the sand.
Crafted to disrupt the appearance and functioning of the traditional pocket knives, the Sidewinder is the idea of Craighill but it was designed in a years-long collaboration with Chen Chen and Kai Williams. The outcome is a knife with little focus on functioning and longevity and more on style and substance, which may not make it the best option as an EDC for the outdoor, but would be a perfect conversation starter.
The opening mechanism that is high on ingenuity is easy to open with one hand. The handle is made in a two-piece hinge – one comprises stone-washed finish and the other has black PVD-coated stainless steel – that moves like the Sidewalker over to separate and join when the knife is opened and closed respectively.
The Sidewalker knife weighs 5.6 ounces to let you feel slight heft in the hand or your pocket. The knife measures 2.5 inches long; it has a fine tip and deep belly for everyday usage. But it’s the interlocking opening and closing mechanism that makes the biggest and most defining highlight of the knife. The interesting thing also is that even though the foldable knife is highly portable, it will make a great décor item on the desk or shelf where it is going to attract everyone.
Something that designers have been focusing on when it comes to the arena of lighting is sustainability in their use of materials and different techniques. Pretty lighting designs that illuminate well can be found generously, but ones with a splash of sustainability aren’t always easy to come by. And even if you do find an eco-friendly one, they aren’t always the most visually pleasing ones on the market and can mess up your interior decor style. But this is where Spanish designer Ceci Ferrero has come to the rescue with his Couro collection, created for the handmade decor brand Let’s Pause.
Now what makes Ferroro’s Couro collection special? Well, these distinctive pendant lamps are made using a leather alternative derived from plants! The lighting range for Let’s Pause is crafted from couro – a leather-like material made from the dry waste leaves of American palm trees. The material has a unique translucent appearance which softly diffuses light, creating a wonderful and ethereal-looking effect.
The collection includes the Couro 8 Leafs lamp shade, where the leaves’ shapes are preserved, and artfully draped into a mesmerizing artichoke-esque arrangement, or in the words of Let’s Pause in an “elegant skirt of spikes”. According to the decor brand, the pendants will look stunning over a dining table or even at the entrance to a hotel, making it a perfect fit for personal and commercial spaces. The lighting designs can be hung in groups of varying heights or individually.
“The texture of the leaves, with their compact fibers, evokes aged leather and provides a unique tactile element,” said Let’s Pause. The shades are offered supported by a brown frame crafted from aluminum and paired with a black plug, and a 2.5 meter-long matte black cotton electric cord. The Couro collection has a natural look to it with a touch of wilderness that adds some personality to the pieces. They perfectly complement various interior decor styles, adding a spark of style and whimsical elegance to different spaces, whether it is your own living room or the reception area of your office.
The idea of LEGO sparked from bricks, the concept of Minecraft sparked from pixels – but the Souper Connect has a much stronger metaphorical background. You see, each individual Souper brick is shaped like a human with a hole in them, and a single human brick can’t stand on its own. However, fill that hole with another human brick and the two can stand together. Build on this concept and you create a self-standing self-sustaining community, reflecting the power of human connectivity and the indomitable spirit of a healthy family or society. The cleverly designed bricks aren’t just great to play with, they’re also an overall lesson that we’re stronger together than we are alone. Quite a brilliant metaphor for what’s essentially just a set of building blocks, right?!
Created by visionary designer Peter Minsoub Sim, Souper Connect brings a new dimension to building blocks. The bricks are both the characters as well as the individual blocks, making them an incredibly creative toy for children as well as for adults. They’re a great way to stay entertained, learn valuable social and moral lessons, and the fact that all the Souper Connects are different colors just teaches an incredibly powerful aspect of human society – that people are different but they can still come together to build and grow.
Let your mind wander
Find focus at work
Have fun with the family
Take it with you wherever you go!
“These blocks offer a minimal and identifiable form that inspires imaginative play, collaboration, and with enough pieces can bring out the building engineer in any of us,” says Sim, who co-founded Souper Studio – the company behind the Souper Connect blocks. Each block is shaped like an abstract human, with two arms, two legs, a slight stub for a head, and a hole running through the chest. Two ‘humans’ can be connected simply by plugging an arm into the chest hole, bringing them closer together, but also giving you the ability to make complex shapes and forms. The overall gist is no different from LEGO, and you can use Souper humans to make a variety of shapes from towers and bridges to crowns. However, there’s also a unique fidget quality to the human bricks too, and they make rather decorative pendants for necklaces or bracelets.
Each Souper Connect is 1.9 inches tall, 2.4 inches wide, and 0.8 inches thick, making them incredibly safe around younger children too. The human bricks are molded from polypropylene plastic, making them incredibly durable and long-lasting, although there’s the ability to get them in aluminum too, sort of as a more premium toy for collectors. The bricks come in either a single unit as a keychain (or double if you choose the aluminum variant), or in playable sets of 12, 36, and 72, featuring an entire colorful bunch of Souper humans that you can bring together to create the utopia of your dreams! The Souper Connect is available at a special early bird discount on Kickstarter using the link below.
Rather aptly named the JOAT, or Jack Of All Trades, this modular multitool holds the unique distinction of being the perfect EDC to have on you for practically any sort of crisis. Whether it’s gear that needs fixing or beer that needs opening, the JOAT’s uniquely equipped to help. Made from titanium and with modular elements that stack together magnetically, the JOAT has its own fold-out scalpel blade, set of hex-wrenches, pry-bar, portable saw, magnetic screw-bit holder, and a bottle opener… all in one thumb-sized form factor that fits around your keychain. The magnetic modules snap apart, making them easy to use individually, and they’re all crafted from titanium, so they’ll practically last a lifetime.
While most multitools try to cram as much functionality into the tiniest form factor (we’re looking at you, Victorinox), the JOAT’s approach is a tad bit different. It uses magnetic modules that let you pull different parts of the EDC apart, giving you individual tools that are easier to use without any of that bulk associated with larger multitools. Need a knife? Just take the knife module out. Need a wrench? You don’t have to worry about any of the other tools while you’re working the wrench.
The scalpel knife is perhaps the JOAT’s most standout feature. Unlike most knives that have fixed edges, the JOAT uses a standard removable/replaceable scalpel blade that you can attach to its folding arm. You can easily attach any standard scalpel blade to the JOAT, removing it during travel (so the multitool is TSA-friendly), or replacing just the blade when its edge wears out. Standard scalpel blades are ridiculously sharp, giving your EDC multitool a great outdoor or tactical advantage. The pointed tip and deadly-sharp edge are perfect for piercing, cutting, slicing, carving, shaving, or doing anything you’d require a portable knife for. That means easily being able to navigate any outdoor situations that require a cutter, or any potential self-defense scenarios where a tactical blade could prove to be handy. The blade’s replaceable design makes maintaining your JOAT easy, allowing you to just swap out old blades for new ones instead of sitting and sharpening your knife like you would with most other multitools.
Any good multitool needs to have a bit-driver, and the JOAT takes its name and reputation seriously. Really a jack of all trades, the multitool packs a bit driver and holder in one of its three modules, allowing you to store as many as two standard 1/4″ hex bits of your choice. Although most people recommend having an Allen-bit and a flathead bit handy at all times, the JOAT lets you choose exactly which bits you want to carry along with you, letting you either stick to traditional picks or go super obscure if you’re fixing things like tech or any special gear. When in need, just take the bit you want and dock it into its holder and you have a makeshift screwdriver for any sudden emergencies when your regular toolkit isn’t around.
Got some nuts and bolts that need tightening, the JOAT packs an entire bunch of hex wrenches in its third module, along with a bottle-opener for good measure. Ranging from an M2 wrench to an M6 wrench, the standalone module is grippy and easy to maneuver, allowing you to quickly tighten or loosen bolts. The fact that the JOAT’s modules are detachable and independently usable means you can potentially use the hex wrench and the screwdriver as separate tools, allowing you to hold and tighten with the same multitool.
Finally, the JOAT’s base platform comes with its own pry tool, along with a blunt serrated edge that doubles as a nail file or even a primitive saw for buffing/filing down wood, plastic, or even soft metals. That titanium build proves rather handy here, given its status as the strongest metal known to humankind.
At just 80mm (a little above 3 inches) in length, the JOAT’s exceptionally pocket-friendly. It weighs 1.8 ounces (51.5 grams) and comes with its own loop that lets you secure it to a carabiner or even to your keychain. The all-titanium multitool starts at $69, and for another $7 you could get yourself the leather strap and titanium machined keyring to go with your EDC (shown above). If the idea of a nude metal multitool doesn’t appeal to you, there’s even an option to get a PVD black version of the JOAT for an extra $11. The all-in-one EDC multitool ships globally, and although it doesn’t come with an explicit warranty, the fact that it’s machined from grade 5 titanium should speak volumes for its durability. Let’s just say, this might be the last EDC you’ll ever need to buy…
