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
Laundry Soap for Men

Venture down the clothing care aisle of your favorite retailer and it becomes quite obvious; laundry soap manufacturers are not developing products with the modern man in mind. Fortunately, we live in an era of extraordinary choice. For discerning men we present Laundry Soap for Men. Developed for men by a former mechanic, this soap won’t remind you of frolicking through a grassy field on a warm spring day. It will clean your clothes with a natural blend of ingredients leaving them smelling fresh, never flowery. Handmade in the USA; dignified.

Available: uncommongoods.com
Price: $10.00

The Book
The Book of Bond

The iconic male character of 20^th century cinema has been recreated for the 21^st century in the pull-no-punches style of Daniel Craig. For the latest generation of Bond fans, a lesson in the history of the world’s most debonair spy is in order. This book, heavy on pictures and quotes, is a great introduction to the great legacy of Bond, James Bond.

Available: Amazon.com
Price: $20.00

The Gadget
Harman Kardon BT Headphones

Portable music quality has come a long way from the bulky, lo-fi, corded days of the Walkman. Bluetooth technology has enabled high quality sound reproduction to escape the trappings of cables and clunky design. Harman Kardon, long respected for their quality home stereo and theater products, has entered the high-end wireless portable sound market with their stunning Bluetooth headphones. These headphones combine beautiful sound with elegant style, worthy of the man that wears them.

Available: apple.com
Price: $249.95

The Film
Alfred Hitchcock: The Masterpiece Collection: Limited Edition

Any discussion of the greatest filmmakers in history must account for the original master of suspense. Celebrate Alfred Hitchcock’s legacy with the limited edition Masterpiece Collection. The collection features 15 iconic films from the acclaimed director’s illustrious career, including Psycho, The Birds, Rear Window, Vertigo, North by Northwest and many more! Each film has been digitally restored from high-resolution film elements. This is a grandiose collection worthy of one of our greatest storytellers.

Available: amazon.com
Price: $225.00

The App
Full Metal Jacket Diary App

Stanley Kubrick was the quintessential elusive genius. His body of work is perhaps the most prolific filmography ever crafted. Renowned for his pursuit of artistic perfection, notorious for his obsessive privacy, few people could say they truly knew Kubrick. In 2005, Matthew Modine, star of Kubrick’s war masterpiece, Full Metal Jacket, released a limited edition print of his diary from the months spent filming the movie. The intimate portrait of the artist he paints provides an unparalleled depth into the man behind the films. Through the magic of technology, the book has been translated into an app for you iPad that brings the book to life in unprecedented new ways. The full text, Modine’s audio recording, wealth of pictures, and previously unreleased content make this a must own for any fan of Stanley Kubrick.

Available: iTunes app Store
Price: $14.99

The Vice
Death Wish Coffee

Sometimes the name tells you everything you need to know. For serious coffee drinkers, we present Death Wish Coffee. From the manufacturers:

Disclaimer:  This is not your regular morning coffee.  This is not your store bought coffee.  You will not find this coffee at your local diner or at your sissy Starbucks.  Death Wish Coffee is the most highly caffeinated premium dark roast organic coffee in the world. This is Extreme Coffee, not for the weak. Consider yourself Warned.

Available: deathwishcoffee.com
Price: $20.00