The Dignified Man’s Survival Kit

Every week here at The Dignified Devil, we spend a lot of time thinking about how we can help the modern man survive the modern world. This week of course is no different. Today we explore the apps, the tools, the gadgets and the books that will enlighten the modern man as he navigates his way through his week. These are the things that are worth a man’s time, money, attention and space in his Junk Drawer.

The Essential
Men’s Black Pepper Vegetable Soap
By Erbario Toscano

Summertime means soaring temperatures, sweltering humidity, and sweaty men. Maintain your masculinity with proper hygienic care courtesy of Erbario Toscano. The Black Pepper Vegetable Soap features a natural scent unmistakably developed for a man. For best results, lather skin with soap and rinse off; use daily in shower or bath. Made in Italy

Available: amazon.com
Price: $20.80

The Accessory
Wingman Wipes
By Wingman

The only time a grown man should use baby wipes is while tending to a baby. For your on-the-go personal care needs, the dignified solution is a cleaning wipe infused with aloe vera, peppermint oil, and ginseng that leaves your skin clean and refreshed and decidedly not smelling like a newborn baby’s bottom. The fine folks at Wingman have your back with their deodorizing wipes formulated for a man. Conveniently fits into your pocket, wallet, shoe, wherever you regularly keep your most important objects when you’re out in the world doing what you do.

Available: iamwingman.com
Price: $9.50 (8 pack) $4.00 (2 pack)

The Book
Playboys Greatest Covers
By Damon Brown

The modern man was created in the pages of Playboy. Born from a manifesto that has defined male culture for 50 years now, virtually every American man can trace his understanding of female sexuality back this iconic magazine. Celebrate the glory days of your youth with a collection of the greatest covers in the magazine’s distinguished history. These photos changed the world and how we conceive of women in society. A worthy addition to any dignified library.

Available: amazon.com
Price: $23.00

The Tool
DialSpeed Padlock
By Master Lock

If you have ever suffered the indignity of being the guy who had to escort the kid at the gym to the locker where you could not remember your combination, you will appreciate this fantastic find. Advanced technology has come to the classic combination locks of our school days. Master Lock presents an electronic interface personal lock with online combination storage so you will never sacrifice your lock to a lost password again. You can program up to three guest codes, ideal for sharing with friends and family in times of need without losing the security of your primary code. Best of all, you can open this lock with one hand and without looking.

Available: masterlock.com
Price: $24.99

The Film
Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One – Avengers Assembled (10-Disc Limited Edition)
Directed by Joss Whedon, Joe Johnston, Jon Favreau and Louis Leterrier

The essential Blu-ray collection for fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Phase One Collection includes five outstanding Marvel Universe films and The Incredible Hulk, creating a complete set of films leading to the greatest superhero ensemble movie ever made. This is a true collector’s set featuring loads of extras and bonus features and collectables.

Limited Edition collection includes:

• Marvel’s The Avengers (Blu-ray 3D and Blu-ray)
• Captain America: The First Avenger (Blu-ray 3D and Blu-ray)
• Thor (Blu-ray 3D and Blu-ray)
• Iron Man 2 (Blu-ray)
• The Incredible Hulk (Blu-ray)
• Iron Man (Blu-ray)
• Bonus Disc – “The Phase One Archives” (Blu-ray)
• Collectible packaging with exclusive memorabilia from the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Available: amazon.com
Price: $139.96

The App
The Dark Knight Rises
By Gameloft S.A.

Arguably the best gaming experience ever created by Gameloft, The Dark Knight Rises follows the action of the summer blockbuster with you controlling the Caped Crusader through the streets of Gotham. The game is sleek and immersive, a great way to waste away the lazy hours of a long, hot summer.

Available: iTunes App Store
Price: $6.99

The Vice
Canadian Maple Rye Whisky
By Tap 357

The resurgence of popularity for rye whiskies indicates the ranks of the dignified gentlemen are swelling. A more robust and full-bodied liquor, rye whiskies are worthy of the legacy of bootleggers who kept the tradition alive throughout prohibition. The blended rye whisky used in TAP 357 is produced at the oldest distillery in Western Canada, where it is distilled four times then matured in a combination of new, second- and third-use bourbon barrels. Once properly aged, the whisky is married with pure Canada 1 Light maple syrup and further aged. An outstanding offering at an accessible price point.

Available: tap357.com
Price: $30.00