Riedel Decanters
New from the generations-old family glassware-makers While the Swan (above right) and Paloma (top) feature sloping tails that double as handles and a curved neck serves as a drip-free spout, the Flamingo …
Evan Orensten
Wade-Hampton Home
NY-based designer Travis Pagel has just launched Wade-Hampton Home, his new home accessory and textile company. His first products are a series of Argentine cow hide pillows, in both natural and hand-painted …
Suzuki Omnichord
When Suzuki introduced the Omnichord in 1981 it had a profound effect on both music instruction and as a tool for professional musicians. An electronic musical instrument, it features a touch plate …
Traum Safes
Traum is a line of high-end personal safes with a simple philosophy: “Keep the world out but let you in with ease." These are not artless steel monoliths that give a room …
2007 New York Chocolate Show Roundup
The New York Chocolate Show never disappoints, and the CH crew performed its annual search for the newest and tastiest chocolates. Our top four picks from this year's show are: Romanicos Chocolate …
Vintage Tools
A well-made tool can last a lifetime, and it's often true that they just don't make them like they used to these days. The cleverly named Mantiques carries quality antique tools from well-known brands like Stanley, Bailey and Millers Falls.
Levelers (left), bone handle knives (right), vintage flashlights, old-school binoculars (center) and even some fishing tackle are available for purchase. As functional designer objects they make great gifts for use or for show. Inventory is always changing so be sure to check back at Mantiques often.
Also on Cool Hunting: Stanley Wristwatch Tools
Quantic Soul Orchestra: Tropidelico
Don't you love it when things just happen by perfect coincidence? So I'm scratching my head, knowing I need some new music in my life, but having no idea what to get …
Carved Lobster
This lobster sculpture is intricately carved out of cow bone in the Philippines. Delicately crafted hinges allow nearly all of its parts to move—an accurate representation that doubles as a unique piece …
Cool Hunting Reader Survey and iPod Nano Giveaway
Dear Cool Hunting Readers, It's time to update our reader survey so we can continue to provide you with the best content possible. If that's not incentive enough, everyone who completes our …