Awesome Carbon Fiber

Zero Labs makes modernized versions of the classic Ford Bronco and Land Rover Series III 109. They have a fully-electric powertrain with up to 600 hp, a 235+ mile range, and independent front and rear suspension. The Bronco can be built with a carbon fiber body. Prices range from $225K to $400K, including the donor vehicle.

These minimalist wallets feature a lightweight shell made from wood or carbon fiber and held together with a stretchy elastic band. They can hold up to 15 credit card and have an RFID-blocking layer. A metal money clip holds up to eight folded bills on the outside.

Designed by Lucas Burnley for CRKT, this limited-edition pocket knife is notable for its bold Fat Carbon Dark Matter handle scales. It’s made in Italy with Böhler M390 blade steel and a smooth-opening IKBS ball-bearing pivot point. Its 2.68″ blade has a satin finish and deploys quickly with a one-handed liner lock mechanism.

Saskatoon, Canada shop Ronin Energetics makes cool EDC gear with real carbon fiber. Among their wares is this palm-sized craft knife which is ideal for opening packages and cutting paper or foam board. It has a magnetic slide action for its snap-off utility blades, and its body is made from G10 fiber composite with carbon fiber twill trim.

CountyComm’s pocket-sized stash box is perfect for carrying pills, dice, coins, or other small items. It’s made from lightweight carbon fiber with a sliding lid and dual spring-loaded plungers to hold it closed. Its interior dimensions are 2.35″ x 1.17″ x .47″. They also make a titanium version for $10 less.

This modern pocket knife features a boxy design and a 1.5″ tanto-style M390 steel blade. A frame lock mechanism and ultra-smooth ball-bearing pivot ensure fast and reliable deployment. Its titanium handles have a ribbed texture for grip, and its rear has a loop for a key ring. It’s also available with smooth carbon fiber handles.

Berch Jewelry makes these beautiful and unique rings by joining exotic woods with forged carbon fiber. Each one is a unique piece of wearable art, with materials like spalted maple, birch, whisky barrel, and redheart wood to choose from. They also make a version lined with stainless steel in place of the wood.

Keep your watch, wallet, keys, and other accessories organized in one of these handmade trays from Italy-based artist Virginio Brambilla. Each tray is made from real carbon fiber weave for a technical look and durability. The small tray measures 15 cm x 23 cm (5.9″ x 9″), and the bigger one is 20 cm x 37 cm (7.9″ x 14.6″).

Dango’s R-Spec wallets feature a technical look inspired by sports cars. They’re made using carbon fiber and 6061 aluminum, along with glossy powder-coated metal trim, and top-grain leather. They hold 10 to 12 cards, and have a built-in bottle opener too. Available in black, red, or white.

Carbon fiber is an amazing material, combining strength and weight efficiency. When set into resin and woven properly, it can be used to build airplanes and cars. But this clip from JPRC shows the dramatic difference in strength that carbon fiber exhibits when its fibers are pulled in a straight line versus tied into a knot.

Bastion’s deluxe writing instrument features a real carbon fiber tube wrapped around a stainless steel core. It has a secure and reliable bolt-action mechanism, and its tip doubles as a glass breaker or self-defense tool. It comes in stainless or black finishes.

This high-end G-SHOCK watch has a lightweight monocoque chassis made from carbon-reinforced resin with a metal frame. Its bezel is laminated from sheets of carbon and glass fiber, its dials and case incorporate red accents, and its band combines carbon and metal for a great technical look. Pre-orders start 11.11.2021.

This bolt-action pen has an all-carbon-fiber body with aluminum end caps. Its retractable mechanism accepts Schmidt P900M, Parker, or Fisher SPR refills for versatility, and its rear has a rubber tip for touchscreens. We prefer the black-on-black model, but it’s also available with silver or purple aluminum accents.

MGear’s pocket-size notebook has a real carbon fiber cover. Its pressed limestone paper pages are 100% waterproof and even resist oil and other liquids. The notepad holds closed with Neodymium magnets and is refillable. The set also includes a stainless steel pen, and also comes in a gold weave carbon fiber.

This elegant and well-made Japanese knife features a razor-sharp 3.9″ VG-10 steel blade, set into a handle made from titanium with carbon fiber details. The frame lock design ensures the blade stays open but closes quickly with one hand. Measures 9″ open, 5″ closed.

This handmade ring from Trust Ring Co. is the perfect wedding band or gift for an automotive or motorcycle geek. Its core is made from smooth titanium, while its outside is wrapped in black carbon fiber, textured to look like the treads on a tire. As an added bonus, it will never go flat.

Maker Xyla Foxlin admits that her design for a bulletproof party dress is completely impractical. But that doesn’t make it any less impressive. She created this wild-looking outfit by creating a custom dress form from duct tape and foam, then sculpted the dress from sheets of Kevlar and carbon fiber cloth.

Lighten up with Cascade Mountain Tech’s carbon fiber trekking poles. They weigh just 5.6 ounces each – 30% less than standard poles. Their sturdy shafts have a quick-lock mechanism for easy height adjustment and collapse into an easily portable 30” – or 26.4” disassembled. Includes four sets of tips for four seasons of use.

This unique acoustic guitar doesn’t just look amazing, it sounds just as good. It features a body molded from a carbon fiber composite, so heat and humidity won’t affect its sound. Plus, it has a built-in preamp with reverb, chorus, and delay effects, and tech that lets you hear those effects without an external amp.

This minimal knife is machined from a 4mm thick piece of twill-weave carbon fiber. It’s incredibly lightweight at just 25 grams. It’s definitely a case of form over function though, as carbon fiber won’t retain a razor-sharp edge. It’s best used as a dagger, letter opener, or display piece.

Common Fibers makes these drink coasters out of real woven carbon fiber. Each coaster has been coated with semi-gloss finish for durability and mounted onto a foam bottom to prevent slippage. The set includes four coasters plus a display base. They also come in a forged carbon edition for a few dollars more.

Sony’s flagship laptop for 2021 features a uniquely 3D-contoured carbon fiber shell, and weighs under 2.3 pounds. It has a powerful 11th-gen Intel Core i7 processor, Iris Xe graphics, a 14″ 4K display, up to a 2TB SSD, and up to 32GB of RAM. Plus, it runs for up to 10 hours on a charge.

This hefty folding knife was created by Boker and CountyComm. Its 3.6mm thick titanium plate provides stability, while its chunky, stubby 2.5″ clip-point blade keeps it nice and pocketable. It’s finished off with marbled carbon fiber scales for a great technical look. Pre-order price available through 8.18.20 on Drop.