Today in Gear: The Best Bourbon Whiskeys, a Massive(ly Clever) Knife, & More

The best way to catch up on the day's most important product releases and stories.

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Gerber

Today in Gear is our daily roundup of all the latest product announcements, drops and deals. Comments or concerns? We’d love to hear from you at tig@gearpatrol.com.

That Little Hole in Your Swiss Army Knife Has a Surprising Use
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Gear Patrol

It could save your behind in the backcountry — or at least help you keep your pants up.

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The Best Vintage Military Watches to Collect Under $5,000
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Analog / Shift

From inexpensive, Gulf War-era quartz to lauded 1950s, gilded chronographs, these are the best deals in military timepieces.

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What Automaker Owns Your Favorite Car Brand?
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Courtesy

The brands you know, and the corporate umbrellas you might not.

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The Best Razors for Men
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Leaf

Shaving should be something you look forward to. Here are the best razors to help make it so.

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How to Trim a Nylon NATO Strap
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Hunter Kelley

Nato straps much too long? Don't like tucking in the extra length? Here's how to cut it down to size.

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Why You Need a Password Manager (And Five to Try)
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LastPass

Writing down passwords on a notepad, or just using the same password for everything, may have served you well so far, but these are high-risk strategies that are going to leave you exposed sooner rather than later.

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Titanium Brings This Vintage-Style Chronograph Into the Modern Era
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Time & Tide Watches

A new case material and aesthetics make for a wholly modern and compelling package.

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Ford's New Explorer King Ranch Brings Western-Themed Luxury to the Midsize SUV Party
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Ford

The King Ranch trim level trickles down to the Explorer for 2021.

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What Does Dogfish Head Know About Canned Cocktails?
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Dogfish Head

More than you might guess. They've been in the spirits business for nearly two decades.

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Holy Crap, Gunther Werks Is Building a 993-Gen 911 Speedster
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Guenther Werks

Drooling over Jerry Seinfeld's rarest Porsche 911? This new resto-mod may be even better.

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Want an M1-Powered MacBook? You Can Snag a Refurbished One for a Discount
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Apple

Apple is selling refurbished models of its M1-powered MacBook Air and MacBook Pro for the first time.

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Gerber's New Folding Knife Is Innovative (and Massive)
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Gerber

Gerber's latest knife folds open and shut, but it isn't for your EDC.

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These Are the Safest New Cars in America, According to the Experts
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Volvo

The IIHS has published its list of Top Safety Picks for 2021, with brands like Volvo and Subaru leading the charge.

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The 18 Best Bourbon Whiskeys You Can Buy in 2021
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Henry Phillips

Everything you ever wanted to know about America’s favorite brown spirit, including, of course, the best bottles you can actually buy.

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