Yard-O-Led make some of the world’s most individual pens and pencils.
With the rise of the pc and iPhones, the humble pen has nearly been relegated to the same relevance as a quill. I think this is wrong, I’m not alone.
A handwritten letter is something that takes a little longer but means so much more than an email. From the heart, pens can be a tool for the soul.
I say embrace the pen!
Yard-O-Led have the world’s finest fountain pen range. It takes more than 2,000 strikes by hand to create the hand-chased ‘Victorian’ finish of just one pen.
There is nothing mass produced about these pens. Eight different processes to make its clip and a final moment of patience to number each one individually before it is sent off to be hallmarked.
Here’s just a few from the range -
The heavily engraved finish of the Viceroy Grand Victorian highlights the intricate work of the Yard-O-Led craftsmen, with each part of the detailed motif meticulously hammered by hand - £570.
The Esprit’s solid silver barrel is lacquered with a colour before an intricate, diamond shaped pattern is cut into it - £315.
The pearl finish of the Astoria harks back to the glorious 1920s and the elegant designs of the Art Deco era. Each acrylic barrel has a subtly unique pattern, with a pearlescent finish that is perfectly complemented by hallmarked solid silver features. Every Astoria is individually numbered and has a lifetime guarantee - £420.
All Yard-O-Led pens are supplied in a luxury presentation box with a polishing cloth.
A contender for the World’s best music system, Bang & Olufsen’s BeoSound 5 Encore is every music fans dream machine.
It looks great and when played out through a Bang & Olufsen speaker system sounds great too,but offers so much more.
Available connection to 13,000 internet radio stations and the option to instantly index and access your digital music collection from any USB, wireless handheld device, hard disc or computer all stack up to make this a winning product.
But again, there’s more. And this is the interesting part!
Using Bang & Olufsen’s patented MOTs algorithm, the BeoSound 5 Encore can automatically generate playlists based on the selection of a single track.
Based on your track selection, the BeoSound 5 Encore analyses every track on your device to automatically select music with a similar musical signature, so you can effortlessly generate playlists to set the mood, whether you’re heading out on the town or hosting an intimate dinner party.
For me, this is the major USP of the product, although it does look very sexy too. But the ability to create a playlists from one song is just a very clever idea.
World’s Best Music System? It’s up there.
Check out the video of the BeoSound 5 Encore HERE.
The Zeppelin speaker from Bowers & Wilkins was always a market leader. Now they have released the finest Zeppelin yet, the Zeppelin Air.
It has to be contender for World’s best iPod speaker.
This offers performance, flexible functionality and super good looks.
At £499.99, it’s not going to dent the bank balance too much either. The iPod speaker has received universal praise since its release and is considered the best in class premium iPod speaker.
The Zeppelin Air is the first premium iPod dock to feature new Apple AirPlay® wireless streaming technology. AirPlay allows music to be streamed wirelessly from a computer to the Zeppelin Air.
Everything from track selection to volume levels is controlled from either your PC or Mac, or via an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.
With dramatically improved sonic performance from updated drive units, five corresponding dedicated audiophile amplifiers specially designed by Bowers & Wilkins, and featuring radically improved bass, the Zeppelin Air redefines wireless sound at home, providing a truly room-filling experience.
And while Zeppelin’s iconic shape has been retained, the Zeppelin Air offers the ultimate in Bowers & Wilkins design and functionality, making this my ‘World’s best iPod speaker’.
Sub-Zero have to be in the running for the World’s best fridge title, either the classic double built in models or the newer Pro 48 fit the bill.
We are talking high performance utilising pioneering technology, developed for NASA no less.
We are also talking superior aesthetics. The built in models blend into a kitchen, and compliment the overall look with a seamless design continuity.
The built-in series is available in overlay and Sub-Zero’s classic stainless steel configurations.
A vast capacity of 802 litres which has been fully utilised with intelligent storage solutions is available in the largest built in model.
As the innovators of food preservation, Sub-Zero has adopted a system that purifies the air inside the refrigerator; a process that was developed initially for NASA to aid food preservation.
Sub-Zero’s Built-In line is priced from £6,014.50 including VAT.
The PRO 48 is new on the scene. It is the largest residential refrigerator freezer on the market with an impressive total capacity of 844 litres.
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What makes something the World’s best? In my experience it has to be a blend of the highest quality craftsmanship, price (value?) and a need for such a product.
I need this product!
Cole Henley have produced the ultimate in Al Fresco dining, the Barbeque table.
This is where ‘World’s best’ comes into its own – what a truly brilliant idea.
Think back to the last Barbeque you were at. The focal point would have naturally been the Barbeque, with a cluster of people chatting and inspecting the cooking process.
Now, thanks to Cole Henley, you can bring the Barbeque to the table. The Barbeque is now a real social event, even allowing people to cook their own meats to their own specification.
The 8 Seater Barbecue Table costs £3,100 and the 6 Seater Barbecue Table is £2,600. With no compromise on materials, these are outstanding pieces of garden furniture.
Made using iroko wood and brushed steel, the finish is appealing and enduring. With accessories like an iroko wood grill cover, the Barbeque can be used as a normal table. The thought process has been thorough.
The Barbeque itself is gas-fired with independently controlled grills. There is very little smoke produced during cooking yet there can be just the right amount of heat for everyone to sit and enjoy the warmth long after the meal is over.
Cole Henley also operate a personalised delivery service which includes the team positioning and assembling the table and then giving a lesson on how to use and maintain it.
There can be no doubt, this is the Worlds best Barbeque.
