Glengarry Look: The Workplace

• Gitman Vintage plaid oxford
• J. Crew Slim Cut Essential Chinos
• Everett Hozapfel surcingle belt
• Timex
• Mast General Store crew socks
• Quoddy boat shoes
• Wm. J. Mills & Co. Laptop Carryall
• Field Notes
• Pilot Varsity disposable fountain pen
• iPhone in Griffin Technology Clarifi case
• Colonel Littleton front pocket wallet

I suppose I'm fortunate to work in a casual environment. I used to have a job that required a tie and I generally wore a jacket too. I hated that job (not because of the dress code.) These days I sometimes wear a tie to the office but I've found that I can relate a little more effectively with people if they're not distracted by something out of the ordinary. Now my only rules are: always a collar, never shorts, rarely a sneaker.

Tangled Up.

The 2009 Guy Gift Guide

It's that time of year again.  Time to start the guessing games, the mind-reading, the not-so-subtle questions that can only mean one thing: Christmas is coming and there's a GUY on your shopping list.  Not to fear, dear.  The GSC (that's me) has compiled a visual list to assist.  This guide is meant to inspire rather than require (some of this gear might not be available in the USA) so use this to get a feel for what's out there and then get creative and shop around.  The important thing is, START NOW!

Hunter's Tote by L.L. Bean

Flagstaff Shirt by Carhartt

 

Authentic White by Vans

Leather Head by LemonBall

Notebooks by Field Notes

 

Sherpa hoodie by J.Crew

 

Tool bag by Estex Manufacturing

Posters of the WPA from Hickoree's

 

1.1QT classic vacuum bottle by Stanley

 

1776 by David McCullough

Travel kit by Filson

 

Desk knife by W.R. Case

 

Tactical green all-weather memo book by Rite in the Rain

Hold Time (vinyl) by M. Ward

 

Cape Horn t-shirt by Rogues Gallery for J.Crew

 

Penobscot Bay Kindling Axe by Snow & Nealley

 

Double-Knee pants by L.L. Bean

 

Sahara III by Church's

 

Model One table radio by Tivoli Audio

 

Oil Finish Cover Cloth Foul Weather Coat by Filson

 

America The Beautiful woodcut print by Tugboat Printshop

Slim Custom-Fit Bangor Check by RL

The Winter of Our Discontent (first edition) by John Steinbeck from Antiqbook

Kasson Melton jacket by Penfield

 

Tabac after-shave by Portland General Store

 

D-Day by Stephen Ambrose

Dura-Tough Standing Log Carrier by L.L. Bean

Black Watch Plaid coated cotton tie by The-Hillside

 

No. 201 Padded Laptop Flight Bag by Billykirk

 

Selvedge Chambray Boxer by Kicking Mule Workshop

 

1965 Shelby Cobra 427 die cast model by Shelby Collectibles

 

Waxed Cotton Cap by Stormy Kromer

 

Renaissance O/U 20ga shotgun by Franchi

Pilot Varsity

The Varsity is a disposable fountain pen by Pilot.  Yes, we're talking about the kind of pen that uses gravity and capillary action to draw actual liquid ink from an internal reservoir to an actual nib.  Only instead of refilling it when it runs out, you just throw it away.  We like this pen because it writes a fine, smooth line and also because it's a fantastic conversation starter.  We tried it on our Field Notes and experienced relatively minimal bleed-through.  Most office supply stores should stock these but Amazon appears to have the best price.  (If you're thinking of taking this on an airplane, be aware that the ink will leak out with the increased air pressure.)

Field Notes for Fall

Here at the GSC Field Notes® notebooks are some of our favorite things.  We don't go anywhere without at least one tucked into a pocket.  Last week, we were quick enough to get an order in for the latest limited edition color set known as "Mackinaw Autumn." According to an email update sent from the Field Notes® HQ, this latest in their series of limited seasonal colors sold out in 22 hours.  Do yourself a favor:  ditch your Moleskine® and get some Field Notes®.