Ben Branch
September 26, 2012
This American LeFrance Speedster is a V12 custom built steam punk-esque monster with a 200hp engine, a chassis from a 1923 American LeFrance and so much attention to detail I’m convinced that it was built by a man with clinical OCD.
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Ben Branch
September 26, 2012
Dodge & Burn consistently turn out some of the most appealing tees we’re finding anywhere, although I guess the level of appeal is going to depend on how much interest you have in the industrial design of vintage cameras.
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Ben Branch
September 24, 2012
The F-82 Twin Mustang has a fascinating history, most notably the model was responsible for the first 3 North Korean aircraft to be shot down at the beginning of the Korean War.
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Ben Branch
September 20, 2012
This opener, dubbed “leverage”, takes minimalism to new heights with a total thickness of .059″ and a weight of .3oz, it’s made from solid carbon fibre and is the exact same size as a standard credit card.
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Ben Branch
September 20, 2012
The sheer size of the Titanic never ceases to amaze, especially when you consider that it was designed with nothing but slide rules and drafting tables.
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Ben Branch
September 19, 2012
The Bugatti type 105 was the last attempt to restart the company by Roland Bugatti and its road cars. An attempt to create the first digital super car, it featured extensive computer assists and software to keep the car in control.
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Ben Branch
September 19, 2012
Waxed cotton just isn’t used enough anymore, the material has a texture and a smell that makes Goretex seem like a fabric designed for…
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Ben Branch
September 18, 2012
The design of the Ressence 1001 is an unusual amalgamation of vintage and modern design, the watch uses a triple bi-axial off-centered movement with integrated…
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Ben Branch
September 17, 2012
The dress wallet is an uncommon sight in the modern world, they used to be an essential item for men in suits who didn’t want a large lump in their back pocket.
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Ben Branch
September 11, 2012
The Fiat 600 Multipla was the result of WWII austerity in Europe and the need for very cheap motorcars that could carry more than 2 people, as well as luggage.
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Ben Branch
September 6, 2012
The KA-BAR US Marine Corp Fighting Knife is one of those tools that’s become a self-sustaining icon, it’s the single most famous fixed blade knife design in the world (and for very good reason).
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Ben Branch
September 4, 2012
This 1935 Riley Kestrel is a one off 2-door design, it originally started life as a 4-door but the current owner converted it to a coupé during a lengthy restoration process in 2004.
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