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Collection by Jonathan Simcoe

The 2019 Minimalist Gift Guide

Here is my gift guide centered around tastefully made items of quality. Each product featured is well-made, thoughtfully-approached, and helps make our modern lives both simple and more enjoyable.
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The Sanction by Mission Workshop is a compact weatherproof rucksack designed to hold the daily essentials. Built to last a lifetime with waterproof fabrics and military spec. construction. The rails on the main straps are compatible with their Arkiv Modular System, a way to secure additional storage onto your bag. It is one of the most comfortable, and supportive backpacks I’ve worn. https://missionworkshop.com/collections/backpacks/products/the-sanction-rucksack-backpack
The Sanction by Mission Workshop is a compact weatherproof rucksack designed to hold the daily essentials. Built to last a lifetime with waterproof fabrics and military spec. construction. The rails on the main straps are compatible with their Arkiv Modular System, a way to secure additional storage onto your bag. It is one of the most comfortable, and supportive backpacks I’ve worn. missionworkshop.com/col...
The Arkiv Tech Case by Mission Workshop is a compact and handy case designed to organize all of your everyday carry accessories including cords, chargers, small peripherals, keys, tools, business cards, and more. https://missionworkshop.com/collections/arkiv-modular-systems/products/arkiv-tech-case
The Arkiv Tech Case by Mission Workshop is a compact and handy case designed to organize all of your everyday carry accessories including cords, chargers, small peripherals, keys, tools, business cards, and more. missionworkshop.com/col...
The Bellroy Sling (Premium) is an incredibly comfortable, versatile, and perfect item to carry a few small items with you. I use it to carry my Fuji X-100T camera, a notebook, and it has dedicated sleeves for sunglasses and even your phone. This is the perfect way to travel light around the city. https://bellroy.com/products/sling-premium/nylon/black_sand
The Bellroy Sling (Premium) is an incredibly comfortable, versatile, and perfect item to carry a few small items with you. I use it to carry my Fuji X-100T camera, a notebook, and it has dedicated sleeves for sunglasses and even your phone. This is the perfect way to travel light around the city. bellroy.com/pro...
The Tokyo Tote (Premium) from Bellroy can hold an astonishing amount of goods in a sleek, simple package that can be comfortably carried over the shoulder. At 6' 3" I’ve tried other shoulder totes and the Tokyo Tote is very comfortable and can house my laptop, iPad Pro, cord management, notebooks, and more. The premium nylon and leather surfaces are built to last many, many years. https://bellroy.com/products/tokyo-tote-premium/nylon/black_sand
The Tokyo Tote (Premium) from Bellroy can hold an astonishing amount of goods in a sleek, simple package that can be comfortably carried over the shoulder. At 6' 3" I’ve tried other shoulder totes and the Tokyo Tote is very comfortable and can house my laptop, iPad Pro, cord management, notebooks, and more. The premium nylon and leather surfaces are built to last many, many years. bellroy.com/pro...
I’ve long been on the hunt for a slim, wireless, well-built mechanical keyboard. The G915 can be customized to your heart’s content (games, apps, colors, you name it!) but the core is there—a sturdy well-built keyboard that is made to last many years. I prefer the GL Clicky variation (which is noisier), but it also comes in GL Tactile (has a nice tactile bump when pressing keys—my second favorite) or the GL Linear (a smoother keystroke without any tactile feedback). https://www.logitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-keyboards/g915-low-profile-wireless-mechanical-gaming-keyboard.html
I’ve long been on the hunt for a slim, wireless, well-built mechanical keyboard. The G915 can be customized to your heart’s content (games, apps, colors, you name it!) but the core is there—a sturdy well-built keyboard that is made to last many years. I prefer the GL Clicky variation (which is noisier), but it also comes in GL Tactile (has a nice tactile bump when pressing keys—my second favorite) or the GL Linear (a smoother keystroke without any tactile feedback). www.logitechg.com/en-...
The MX Vertical Mouse is an incredibly comfortable wireless mouse that supports much better ergonomic hygiene and support when working from a desk for many hours a day. It can do Bluetooth pairing with your computer, or you can use the Unifying USB receiver for more consistent performance. https://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/mx-vertical-ergonomic-mouse
The MX Vertical Mouse is an incredibly comfortable wireless mouse that supports much better ergonomic hygiene and support when working from a desk for many hours a day. It can do Bluetooth pairing with your computer, or you can use the Unifying USB receiver for more consistent performance. www.logitech.com/en-...
The compact 018 365 Days Notebook by STÁLOGY are hard to convey through imagery alone. They are made of premium Japanese paper that is thin but doesn’t bleed-through—fitting an astonishing 368 pages into a compact package. Also, they come in a variety of paper sizes (A6, B6, A5, B5) and colors. Perfect for a 2020 planner with enough structure and enough empty space to fulfill a myriad of workflows. https://stalogy.com/products/018/
The compact 018 365 Days Notebook by STÁLOGY are hard to convey through imagery alone. They are made of premium Japanese paper that is thin but doesn’t bleed-through—fitting an astonishing 368 pages into a compact package. Also, they come in a variety of paper sizes (A6, B6, A5, B5) and colors. Perfect for a 2020 planner with enough structure and enough empty space to fulfill a myriad of workflows. stalogy.com/pro...
Palm is redefining what a smartphone can be in the age of distraction. With a tiny credit-card footprint, this phone runs a custom build of Android that gives you access to your favorite apps but is designed to put life (and not technology) at the center. https://palm.com/
Palm is redefining what a smartphone can be in the age of distraction. With a tiny credit-card footprint, this phone runs a custom build of Android that gives you access to your favorite apps but is designed to put life (and not technology) at the center. palm.com
Topo Designs is also known for their creative and eclectic collaborations with other brands, makers, and creatives (from Woolrich and New Balance to The National and Phish). This year they partnered with Harry’s, the men’s grooming brand to create their signature weekender duffel in Harry’s iconic colorways with a leather carry handle. https://topodesigns.com/collections/collaborations/products/topo-designs-x-harrys-classic-duffel
Topo Designs is also known for their creative and eclectic collaborations with other brands, makers, and creatives (from Woolrich and New Balance to The National and Phish). This year they partnered with Harry’s, the men’s grooming brand to create their signature weekender duffel in Harry’s iconic colorways with a leather carry handle. topodesigns.com/col...
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer is a treatise on resisting the tyranny of hurry in the modern age—a thorough exploration of the social and spiritual damage it does. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0525653090 In Sensemaking, Christian Madsbjerg argues that “our fixation with data often masks stunning deficiencies, and the risks for humankind are enormous.” https://www.amazon.com/Sensemaking-Power-Humanities-Age-Algorithm/dp/031639324X/
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer is a treatise on resisting the tyranny of hurry in the modern age—a thorough exploration of the social and spiritual damage it does. www.amazon.com/gp... In Sensemaking, Christian Madsbjerg argues that “our fixation with data often masks stunning deficiencies, and the risks for humankind are enormous.” www.amazon.com/Sen...