Sword & Plough’s Adventure-Friendly, Rugged Duffle Bag

Co-founded by an Army Captain, this company donates to veteran non-profit organizations

While there’s no shortage of military-inspired apparel and accessories available, not many brands are owned by people with real-life army experience. Denver, CO-based Sword & Plough, however, was co-founded by sisters Betsy Núñez and US Army Captain Emily Núñez Cavness. Emily served in the US and Afghanistan, and during her time as an army captain had plenty of experience with official army gear. She believed …

Custom House International Bags

Slim, sleek and super light duffles and briefcases for the modern traveler

At first sight, this new duffle bag (pictured above) looks like it was custom-made for Cool Hunting. A quiet, minimally branded black exterior unzips to reveal a bright, bold green (our signature color); even a semi-concealed side compartment for the items we need to access regularly: laptops, phones, books. And to further differentiate itself, this super modern number from NYC-based Custom House International is one …

Keeping Dry in ourCaste’s Bags

Heavy duty waterproof, reliable and affordable accessories from the Newport Beach outfitters

Michael Quinones and Matt Davis met almost a decade ago in Newport Beach; both as new implants. “He and a group of friends had moved from the San Bernardino area out to Orange County just as I had moved up from San Diego. We were 21 or so, and as 21-year-olds do, we spent a lot of time having late nights and causing trouble,” recalls …