I've included several tips and suggestions on how to break in a baseball glove that I've seen and heard throughout my baseball playing years.| The Art of Manliness
In an active shooter situation, your first priority is to run. If you can’t do that, the next best option is to hide, and to hide in a room with a locking door. Attackers are looking for easy targets, and will often bypass a locked door without trying to breach it. If the door of […]| The Art of Manliness
12 suggestions of everyday objects that can be turned into improvised weapons - a jumping off point to think of how other objects could save your life.| The Art of Manliness
By following these tips, your Christmas tree will be a source of pride for you, and a source of delight for your family and friends.| The Art of Manliness
If the dials on your watch confuse you, fear not. This article walks you through how to use the chronograph and tachymeter on your wristwatch.| The Art of Manliness
Saw horse plans for the ultimate sawhorse.| The Art of Manliness
Build a snow fort that will withstand the fiercest of onslaughts.| The Art of Manliness
Discover the secrets to building a fireplace fire that produces beautiful flames and eliminates smoke.| The Art of Manliness
Whether for survival, tactical, or experimental purposes, DIY easy-to-make smoke bombs can be employed in a variety of scenarios.| The Art of Manliness
Learn everything you'll ever need to know about the skill of bed-making and why you should make your bed.| The Art of Manliness
Wrestle an alligator with these tips from a professional animal trainer.| The Art of Manliness
If you've got a fireplace or a wood burning stove, you'll need to start splitting wood so those logs will fit in your respective stove or fireplace.| The Art of Manliness
How to fell a tree for firewood.| The Art of Manliness
Jumping from a speeding car might save your life someday. Here's how to do it.| The Art of Manliness
Cars can get stuck in a lot of things: ditches, snow, mud, you name it. This guide provides principles for getting your car out of anything.| The Art of Manliness
Detail your car quickly and easily with these tips.| The Art of Manliness
Learn how to throw a football like Joe Montana with this illustrated guide.| The Art of Manliness
Below we've made a series of videos on seven basic knots every man should know. Enjoy.| The Art of Manliness
Perimeter alarms don’t have to be high-tech, and you don’t have to be a jewel collector to need one. Here's an easy one for when camping.| The Art of Manliness
Whether you step into a puddle while walking, get pushed fully-clothed into a pool while partying, or slip in a stream while hiking, you’ll need to dry out your shoes — and often do so fairly quickly, having to wear the same pair the next day. Wet shoes are uncomfortable to wear, and can […]| The Art of Manliness
In the following sections we will review the construction and handling of the compass and will examine the technique for basic compass-based navigation.| The Art of Manliness
How to make a rope ladder for emergency situations.| The Art of Manliness
Learn to saddle and bridle a horse like a real cowboy.| The Art of Manliness
Learning how to ride a horse well can take years. It involves understanding the nuances of a horse’s behavior and how your own behavior communicates your intent to them. But, with a few basics you can certainly get at least a taste of that childhood dream. The first step? Getting on.| The Art of Manliness
Learn some basic unarmed self-defense moves from the 60s.| The Art of Manliness
Threading a needle does not have to be hard or stressful. Learn the easy way with this post!| The Art of Manliness
Restore your vintage razors to get the manliest shave possible. Here's how to do it.| The Art of Manliness
Learn how to harness your inner lumberjack and split firewood with your own manly hands.| The Art of Manliness
Between these 6 methods, there's bound to be one that matches the tools you personally have on hand in order to make a new hole in your leather belt.| The Art of Manliness
While most of the enjoyment of the cigar-smoking experience comes the quality of the stogie itself, cutting it poorly can result in a less-than-stellar smoke. Most people cut too much off their cigar, but with just a little bit of know-how, it’s quite easy to get it just right. That know-how begins with understanding the […]| The Art of Manliness
How to use a tactical flashlight.| The Art of Manliness
Several years ago, I worked with my electrical engineer brother-in-law, Ryan Davis, on an article about how to turn an old-timey radio into an MP3 player. It’s an easy weekend project, but one of the skills you’ll need to have to complete it is knowing how to solder. Soldering (pronounced SAW-DER-ING) is used to connect […]| The Art of Manliness
Scientists measure the magnitude of earthquakes by using sensitive seismographs that record the vibrations that move through the earth. But did you know that the average person can roughly gauge the magnitude of an earthquake simply by timing how long it lasts? I picked up this fascinating bit of know-how from Kathryn Schulz’s engrossing, terrifying, […]| The Art of Manliness
Scoring a baseball game using a scoresheet goes back to the early days of the game. Scorecards make a great memento of all the baseball games you've attended.| The Art of Manliness
I wondered how I could kick-start my dream of being a barber without going broke in the process. My solution? Building a barbershop in my garage.| The Art of Manliness
If you never had the pleasure of taking part in this glorious boyhood rite of passage, here's how you can guide your son in building a pinewood derby car that will race to the head of the pack.| The Art of Manliness
Whatever your DIY project, one question is likely to arise: should you use nails or screws to fasten the pieces of wood together?| The Art of Manliness
Everything you need to know to pass the Navy SEAL Underwater Knot Tying Test| The Art of Manliness
Gas grills don't require a ton of maintenance, but with some regular upkeep, it'll last for years and years of grilling.| The Art of Manliness
Clint Emerson and I talk about the mindset you need to handle any deadly scenario, as well as specific tips for surviving a variety of threats.| The Art of Manliness
How to Make a Rope Swing and Fly Like Tarzan: An Illustrated Guide| The Art of Manliness
So you locked your keys in your car. Don't worry, there are a few easy ways to get your car unlocked without having to call a locksmith.| The Art of Manliness
Check out these five, too-often overlooked alternatives to duct tape that you may want to consider.| The Art of Manliness
Learn how to pick a lock on a basic tumbler lock so that you're never locked out of your house again. You'll need a lock pick set locksmith tools.| The Art of Manliness
People might get the impression that I’m something of a Luddite. I don’t use social media at all in my personal life and employ it only sparingly in my professional one. I don’t care much for watching online videos. I’ve hosted a lot of guests on the podcast who criticize modern tech. Given this, people might […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.| Manly Know-How Archives | The Art of Manliness
An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — having the breadth of skills, the savoir-faire, to handle any situation you find yourself in. With that in mind, each Sunday we’ll be republishing one of the illustrated guides from our archives, so you can hone your […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.| Manly Know-How Archives | The Art of Manliness
An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — having the breadth of skills, the savoir-faire, to handle any situation you find yourself in. With that in mind, each Sunday we’ll be republishing one of the illustrated guides from our archives, so you can hone your […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.| Manly Know-How Archives | The Art of Manliness
An essential part of being an awesome uncle is having a repertoire of tricks and jokes that will amaze your nieces and nephews, and crack them up. So from time to time we’ll be offering you current and future uncles out there a tutorial on some gags that’ll have them thinking you’re the coolest dude in the world. Check out all […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.| Manly Know-How Archives | The Art of Manliness
An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — having the breadth of skills, the savoir-faire, to handle any situation you find yourself in. With that in mind, each Sunday we’ll be republishing one of the illustrated guides from our archives, so you can hone your […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.| Manly Know-How Archives | The Art of Manliness
You’re sitting in your car at an intersection listening to the Blend on Sirius XM. Suddenly your door swings open and a gun is shoved in your face. “Out of the car!” a voice yells. You’re getting carjacked. While rare, carjackings have been on the rise in recent years in cities across the United States […]| The Art of Manliness
Learn how to back up a trailer safely and correctly.| The Art of Manliness
Individuals who carry a handgun are attuned to the mannerisms that can indicate a concealed weapon. Others, too, can learn these signals.| The Art of Manliness
Learn how to fire a rifle safely and correctly with this guide.| The Art of Manliness
The shotgun is the perfect weapon for home defense and disaster prep. It's powerful, reliable, and versatile.| The Art of Manliness
This is what you need to know on how to land a punch and inflict the most damage without getting hurt.| The Art of Manliness
Even when not in Rome... you should know your Roman numerals. Once you know the rules, you'll be able to master the ancient counting system.| The Art of Manliness
What can you do to prepare for a street brawl and protect yourself in this type of situation? Here are 8 simple steps you can follow to avoid ending up in the emergency room after a street fight.| The Art of Manliness
As Henry Ford famously said, “Chop your own wood and it will warm you twice.” With all due respect to Mr. Ford, though, you don’t chop logs, you split them. While you can buy pre-split wood at grocery and hardware stores, your roaring fire will feel more satisfying (and save you some scratch) when the wood […]| The Art of Manliness
How to jump start a car. You never know when you'll need this knowledge to aid a stranded damsel in distress or get yourself out of a jam| The Art of Manliness
A visual guide on how to wash your car by hand.| The Art of Manliness
An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — having the breadth of skills, the savoir-faire, to handle any situation you find yourself in. With that in mind, each Sunday we’ll be republishing one of the illustrated guides from our archives, so you can hone your […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.| Skills Archives | The Art of Manliness
A multimeter is invaluable for the DIY troubleshooting of electrical problems around the house. You can use it to identify faulty wiring, check if electrical sockets have power, and test batteries. My electrical engineer brother-in-law, Ryan Davis, recently showed me how to use one. Here’s a write-up of what I learned. Maybe you’ll find it […]| The Art of Manliness
There's no better tool than the classic overhand or power punch. This is how to throw a punch that can knock an opponent on their butt.| The Art of Manliness
Learn how to shoot a handgun safely and correctly from master gun trainer, Mike Seeklander.| The Art of Manliness
Find out how to take a punch with minimal damage. Learn tips and techniques to protect yourself in a fight.| The Art of Manliness
if you want to learn how to impress compadres and strangers alike, we offer this complete multi-media guide to giving a great handshake.| The Art of Manliness
Learn how to see in the dark without any equipment. Enhance your natural night vision and explore the world after sunset.| The Art of Manliness
An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — having the breadth of skills, the savoir-faire, to handle any situation you find yourself in. With that in mind, each Sunday we’ll be republishing one of the illustrated guides from our archives, so you can hone your […]| The Art of Manliness
Whether you're at home or in a hotel, these tactics will help you know if someone's been poking through your things, with help from James Bond himself.| The Art of Manliness
Learn how to prevent hydroplaning and maintain control of your car in wet conditions. Don't let water on the road put you at risk!| The Art of Manliness