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Gear Stick Cufflinks
By Scott Tavener
 hen belts or ties indulge in flights of fancy (i.e. large buckles or stripes for the former, piano keys for the latter) they devalue the rest of an outfit. Conversely unique in the menswear accessory world, cufflinks have breadth for experimentation. Ask Homer Simpson. Though we do not suggest wearing pig bride and groom links, the inherent subtly of cufflinks provide room for playfulness; just try not to overdo it. A good place to start: the UK-based Dunhill.
Since the late 19th Century, Dunhill has designed and sold unique accessories and menswear, retaining both sophistication and a hint of whimsy. Its line of cufflinks embodies fun refinement. While the company offers standard silver and gold links (look for rectangles and curves), standouts of the line include a bulldog, a bee, a devil, and other animals/entities. However, our favourite has an automotive leaning.
In my years as a valet parker and, later, a rural resident, I held a dark secret close to my breast: I didn't know how to drive standard transmission cars. An epoch of sheepish excuses and red-faced disappearances finally ended last year when I took up the stick. And then I discovered the Dunhill Gear Stick Cufflink.
Emblematic of my triumph, these cufflinks are what they sound like (i.e. they're in the shape of a gear stick). Although, don't expect novelty clothing-jewelry. Crafted with sterling silver, given a polished finish, equipped with swivel findings, and emblazoned with the Dunhill logo, they're both mischievous and distinguished.
Homer Simpson probably won't pass these cufflinks down as an heirloom and that's a good thing. That said, lighthearted class requires the right context else it devolves into kitsch. Thus, wear these with a cleanly cut, thin suit, though try to avoid driving with them (it's a fine). -S.T. | Gear Stick Cufflinks
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6 Reader ReviewsWhere do I buy these?
1. Ben's Review :: September 26, 2008 Ben's Rating: Stars |
They're great - You can get them at http://www.worldlux.com
2. Gerry H's Review :: September 26, 2008 Gerry H's Rating: 4 Stars |
I actually ordered a pair. Very nice. Conversational piece. Toronto's Green Shag (listed somewhere else on this site) sells martini cufflinks that are also very hot.
3. Randy Wellington's Review :: September 30, 2008 Randy Wellington's Rating: 4 Stars |
Hello wath aru you yoer city
4. Rinor's Review :: October 7, 2008 Rinor's Rating: 2 Stars |
These are so much fun! Fabulous for a guy who loves cars, wears cufflinks lots and likes to be a little different. The perfect christmas present!
In Canada, you can order these from dunhill London in Vancouver. They are located at 408 Howe Street, 604-687-7732. They ship across Canada. The cufflinks are black resin with sterling silver, retails for CAD$390.
5. Angela's Review :: October 21, 2008 Angela's Rating: 4 Stars |
I agree these are nice but Id rather get three pairs for the price. There are a couple of places where you can get some affordable cufflinks online like Linkyourshirt.com that has something like 2000 pairs on their site! I think they're in Montreal as well
6. Alex's Review :: November 13, 2008 Alex's Rating: 4 Stars |
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