MOOD: EARLY [ADAM] SANDLER

“GALLANTRY! I WANT ALL THE EDC FROM GALL-AN-TRY!”

- Billy Madison (Adam Sandler), most likely, Billy Madison (1995)

Ah, yes. The 1990’s (you can order Chuck Klosterman’s new book chronicling the period HERE) were an absolutely glorious decade, a glorious time when nothing was less cool than caring.

The last decade of the century was also perhaps the last one with its own signature culture and aesthetic, one that was truly unique to the decade. It was, quite literally, another century. Most notably, though Internet memes didn’t exist yet, it was a time when all the cool kids had one common frame of reference - Actor/Comedian/Producer/Musician Adam “The Sandman” Sandler.

We knew all the jokes.

We knew all the classic catchphrases.

We knew all the hilarious and gibberish-filled tirades, noises, and sounds.

There’s no doubt about it. Adam Sandler’s early comedies epitomized a simpler time when everyone laughed at the same thing without worrying about being caught and tried in the court of public opinion for it.

While there have definitely been some gems (even some Uncut Gems) in recent times (You Don’t Mess with the Zohan, anyone?), there’s no getting around the fact that the early Adam Sandler movies –Billy Madison, Happy Gilmore, and The Waterboy - are, by and large, the best Adam Sandler movies.

Let’s celebrate the Gallantry Man Legend known as The Sandman by taking a trip down memory lane with some of the classics, shall we?

“Son, if you really commit yourself to becoming a Gallantry Man, my empire is yours.”

WE SHALL!

“Did somebody say cool new everyday carry from Gallantry?!”

BILLY MADISON (1995)

Sandler’s first huge blockbuster, Billy Madison, remains one of the most quotable movie ever made. As the juvenile 27-year old title character that stands to inherit his insanely wealthy hotel tycoon father’s empire, Sandler absolutely crushes it.

The setup for Madison involves Billy having to prove to his father that he has what it takes to run the family business by making it through all 12 grades, 2 weeks per grade, all over again. It’s an absolute exercise in sheer absurdity, which only serves to make the movie even more incredible with age.

Watch the trailer HERE!

"Back to school. Back to school, to prove to Dad that I'm not a fool. I got my lunch packed up, my boots tied tight, I hope I don't get in a fight. Ohhhh, back to school. Back to school. Back to school. Well, here goes nothing!"

Though Billy may have only carried a lunchbox on his person when going back to school in Madison, we can say with 100% certainty that he would have carried an EDC pack from Gallantry instead, you know, if Gallantry had been around back in 1995.

Billy would’ve rocked one of the following FOR SURE...

“T-T-T-Tokyo Totepack from Bellroy, Junior!”

THE TOKYO TOTEPACK FROM BELLROY

Our most versatile carry from Bellroy is The Tokyo Totepack. With the comfort of a backpack, the Tokyo Totepack can tuck away the straps and transform into a tote for those times when you need to look a little sharper. The pockets at the top allow for easy sorting, while the side Pop Pockets help keep your water bottles and umbrellas separate.

Perfect for commutes, meetings, and short business trips, not to mention casual or professional, the Tokyo Totepack really does it all.

SPECIFICATIONS

• 430 x 300 x 160 mm
• 20L capacity
• 850 g weight
• Padded laptop sleeve for devices up to 16’’
• Padded backpack shoulder straps that tuck away flat
• Vertical front pockets for easy access on the go
• Two Pop Pockets for water bottle, umbrella, spare shoes
• Soft Nylon webbing grab handles for comfort
• Made from water-resistant woven fabric
• 3 year manufacturer warranty from Bellroy

Available in Midnight

Tokyo Totepack

$189.00

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“Whoa, whoa, whoa, Miss Lippy. Did you just say that Gallantry is now carrying The Classic Backpack: Second Edition from Bellroy?”

THE CLASSIC BACKPACK: SECOND EDITION FROM BELLROY

Having already perfected the wallet several times over, the good folks at Bellroy turned their attention to the classic backpack. Then they made it even better with their second edition. With an exterior constructed from a combination of environmentally-certified leather and venture-weave polyester, this classic everyday carry item has a 20-liter capacity that includes a pouch for a laptop (of up to 15”), an iPad/document pocket with a pen slip, an interior zippered pocket, and a quick-access external valuables pocket. Best of all, you can carry the whole thing around with ease, thanks to its comfortable and convenient shoulder straps, padded back panel, and quick-grab handle.

OH YEAH!

SPECIFICATIONS

• Updated version of our popular Classic Backpack
• Holds laptops up to 15”
• Padded iPad / A5 document pocket with pen slip
• Front pocket and internal mesh zip pocket for valuables
• Water-resistant top pocket for small phone and keys
• Comfort shoulder straps, improved back padding system and quick grab handle
• Made from sustainably produced fabric and environmentally certified leather
• 20L capacity
• 19.29" H x 14.57" W x 2.76" D

Available in Black, Lunar, Forest, Blue Neon, Red Earth, Charcoal

Classic Backpack: Second Edition

$149.00

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“Billy, it’s not nice to make fun of the other kids for not having an everyday carry Lite Daypack from Bellroy! You’re getting a time out! That is not Gallantry Man behavior!”

THE LITE DAYPACK FROM BELLROY

This environmentally-friendly Daypack from the Bellroy Lite Collection is a super lightweight backpack made from an extremely strong, durable ripstop (made entirely from 100% recycled polyethylene plastic) that balances performance with comfort. Its 20L capacity is just right for a single day's needs, and an internal document sleeve and stretch bottle pocket make it great for trips to work meetings.

The elevated essentials pocket includes a key clip, and the raised sunglasses pocket is secured by a water-resistant zip. Furthermore, its padded, breathable mesh back panels and shoulder straps will keep you extremely comfortable.

Light on your body. Light on your wallet. This is one fire everyday carry Daypack, that’s for sure.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Durable ripstop is 3X lighter than Bellroy's other fabric, and made from 100% recycled PET plastic bottles
• Can be folded or rolled, and packed for travel
• Internal document sleeve
• Elevated essentials pocket with key clip
• Stretch bottle pocket
• Raised sunglasses pocket with water-resistant zip
• Padded, breathable mesh back panels and shoulder straps
• Adjustable and detachable sternum strap
• Multiple accessory attachment loops
• 480 x 270 x 18mm
• 20L capacity

Available in Chalk and Shadow

Lite Daypack

$99.00

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Lite Daypack

$99.00

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“We’re good to go, boys! We got this EDC lighter from Gallantry!”

We’d be remiss not to point out that Billy, Frank (the late, great Norm MacDonald – RIP Gallantry Man Legend), and Jack (Mark Beltzman) could’ve really used an insanely fresh everyday carry Zippo lighter in Billy Madison, especially when pulling epic pranks like lighting a bag of dog s*** on Old Man Clemens’ porch.

Why Zippo? We’re glad you asked. You see, like Adam Sandler, Zippo is quintessentially American. In fact, it is the quintessential American lighter. Not only because all of its lighters are 100% Made in the USA, but because it’s the household name that you automatically think of when you think of quality lighters (the fact that each lighter is backed by a Zippo lifetime guarantee isn’t such a shabby tidbit, either). The all-metal construction and windproof design of each and every Zippo means you can use yours anywhere, anytime. Best of all, Zippos are refillable for a lifetime of enjoyment.

When rewatching Billy Madison, we like to think that Billy is actually lighting that bag with one of these slick bad boys from Zippo (because that’s exactly how he’d roll if he had to do it all over again)…

“Oh my God, Old Man Clemens hates s***!”

THE SALOON SKULL LIGHTER FROM ZIPPO

This edition features a gunslinging skeleton, ready to duel. We’re hard-pressed to find a design that’s cooler than the Saloon Skull emblem attached to this classic Street Chrome™ lighter, you know what we mean?

SPECIFICATIONS

• Genuine Zippo windproof lighter with distinctive Zippo "click"
• All metal construction; windproof design works virtually anywhere
• Made in USA; Lifetime guarantee by Zippo
• Dimensions: 2.25" x 0.5" x 1.5"

Saloon Skull Zippo Lighter

$44.95

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“It’s poop again!”

THE BLACK SLIM HIGH POLISH LIGHTER FROM ZIPPO

This edition of the classic Zippo has a slimmer form with a high polish black finish. In other words, it’s absolutely stunning (while still being perfect for pranks).

SPECIFICATIONS

• Genuine Zippo windproof lighter with distinctive Zippo "click"
• All metal construction; windproof design works virtually anywhere
• Made in USA; Lifetime guarantee by Zippo
• Dimensions: 2.38" x 0.38" x 1.1"

Slim High Polish Zippo Lighter

$29.00

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“He called the s*** ‘poop’!”

THE DON'T TREAD ON ME LIGHTER FROM ZIPPO

A Laser Two-Tone process helps create the iconic Gadsden Flag on this jaw-dropping Satin Chrome lighter. Two different depths are achieved by utilizing the laser two-tone process, a neat attribute that becomes increasingly evident as you look between the coiled snake above the "Don’t Tread on Me®" expression and the star on the lighter’s lid.

GET SOME!

SPECIFICATIONS

• Genuine Zippo windproof lighter with distinctive Zippo "click"
• All metal construction; windproof design works virtually anywhere
• Made in USA; Lifetime guarantee by Zippo
• Dimensions: 2.25" x 0.5" x 1.5"

Don't Tread On Me Zippo Lighter

$26.95

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“Did you see that Definitely-Not-A-Gallantry-Guy’s balls ?”

“Yeah. They were weird looking.”

“Happy, ignore Shooter. You’re the Gallantry Man that I want with or without the Green Jacket. Just don’t ever stop carrying that sexy everyday carry from Gallantry on your person, you hear me?”

HAPPY GILMORE (1996)

Happy Gilmore , the greatest golf comedy outside of Caddyshack, follows Happy Gilmore (Sandler), a failed hockey player-turned-golf whiz that inadvertently discovers that his unconventional approach to the sport could help him win a PGA tournament that would allow him to save his sweet Grandma’s house with the prize money.

Happy Gilmore (watch a hilarious fan-made Happy Gilmore trailer, re-cut as an inspiration sports drama, HERE) is pretty much a perfect flick. However, we’re positive that if The Sandman could go back in time, he would’ve definitely hooked Happy up with some killer everyday carry like The Stilwell Pen from The James Brand so that he could fill out his golf score cards like the absolute boss that he is.

“Happy. I work in PR. Trust me, The Stilwell Pen is the x-factor here. You’re a Gallantry Man and you need to let the world know it. No holding back, Happy!”

THE STILWELL PEN FROM THE JAMES BRAND

Every proper EDC loadout needs a hardwearing pen, you know, so that you can jot down crucial details and capture ideas on-the-fly. The full-size Stilwell is The James Brand’s rendition of the compact pen, and it's a remarkably reliable go-anywhere writing tool. With a D1 Style Replaceable Ink Cartridge housed in a sleek aluminum body, this ball-point pen is built to go the distance. Best of all it’s small enough to fit in the coin pocket of your jeans, so you can literally take it everywhere and deploy it with one hand (thanks to the attached lanyard).

The minimalist writing tool will hold up to any adventure on the horizon, so get yours for your next round of golf…or life.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Aluminum construction
• D1 Style Replaceable Ink Cartridge
• Twist-off ball-point design
• Anodized black finish
• Attached lanyard
• 3.5” L closed (5.4” L open)
• 0.45” diameter
• 0.71 oz.

Available in Black Aluminum, Silver Aluminum, and Titanium

The Stilwell Pen

$59.00

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The Stilwell Pen

$49.00

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IT’S A GALLANTRY MAN-OFF!

If you’re a real maverick like Happy, you’re definitely going to want an everyday carry pen that makes even more of a statement (as if that was even humanely possible) on the golf course (and off, of course).

You’re going to want a…

“Happy, I can’t think of a better way to honor Chubbs’ memory than to start using a James Brand Titanium Stilwell Pen from Gallantry on the green.”

THE TITANIUM STILWELL PEN FROM THE JAMES BRAND

SPECIFICATIONS

• 6Al-4V annealed titanium construction
• D1 Style Replaceable Ink Cartridge
• Twist-off ball-point design
• Brushed aluminum finish
• Attached lanyard
• 3.5” L closed (5.4” L open)
• 0.45” diameter
• 0.71 oz.

The Stilwell Pen

$89.00

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“Bro. Forget gems. Are you seeing this unbelievably fresh EDC from Gallantry?!”

Listen to Josh and Benny Safdie (aka The Safdie Brothers), directors of the most recent Sandler classic, Uncut Gems (watch the slick trailer HERE), discuss why Happy Gilmore is their all-time favorite Sandler movie with Bill Simmons in this Hall-of-Fame episode of The Rewatchables HERE!

“Hello. This is Bobby Boucher. Is this Gallantry? I’d like to please order some everyday carry flasks to hold my ice cold water.”

THE WATERBOY (1998)

Let’s get real. Nobody, maybe outside of Gary Oldman (seriously!), does anger like The Sandman. It’s why American Sports Comedy classic The Waterboy (watch the trailer HERE) works so well. It organically taps into Sandler’s natural ability to turn up by giving Sandler a truly unique character to play, and boy does Sandler do this one justice.

Bobby Boucher, the waterboy for a struggling college football team, is a simple man. His primary joy in life comes from hydrating those around him, delivering them water during those times of need. When Coach Klein (Henry Winkler) discovers Boucher’s hidden rage, he helps Boucher channel it on the field, helping Boucher to transform into a bone-crushing monster in the endzone.

Needless to say, hilarious hijinks ensue.

When revisiting The Waterboy, we couldn’t help but think “Gee, Bobby Boucher really could’ve used an Easy Fill Wide Mouth Flask from Stanley in this”, especially as a way for Boucher to store the water from a glacier in Alaska that was blessed by an Eskimo Medicine Man (“It’s always cold. That’s why it’s so special.”).

This flask from The Waterboy, which stores Boucher’s beloved Eskimo-blessed water that never ceases to be ice-cold, is, well, fine. Let’s get real, though. The Easy Fill Wide Mouth Flask from Stanley would have been a much better fit. You know it. We know it. Heck, even the Eskimo that blessed this freezing cold water knows it.

Let’s take a look!

“What are you doing with these little nothing plastic cups, Bobby? We talked about this! Winners only drink from Gallantry everyday carry! That means Stanley Easy-Fill Wide Mouth Flasks in Hammertone Green or Midnight Blue for everyone!”

THE EASY-FILL WIDE MOUTH FLASK FROM STANLEY

This stainless steel wide-mouth flask from Stanley is sleek, slim, and imminently packable. Able to hold 8 ounces of your favorite beverage, this attractive flask is tough enough for everyday carry. Better yet, it's BPA-free, leak-proof, and it features an internal threading that allows for an easier swig. As a top off, it’s got a sweet never-lose cap, so you’ll never lose a drop from this bad boy (that is, unless, you know, you want to).

SPECIFICATIONS

• 8 oz. capacity
• Leak proof and packable
• Never-lose cap
• Wide mouth opening
• 18/8 stainless construction
• Internal threading on cap
• BPA-free
• 0.36 lbs. weight

Available in Hammertone Green and Midnight Blue

Easy-Fill Wide Mouth Flask

$29.00

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Easy-Fill Wide Mouth Flask

$29.00

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“This guy doesn’t even get his EDC at Gallantry! There’s something wrong with his Medulla Oblongata!”

STREAMING THAT SANDLER EDC

Photo Credit: Netflix

While the early Sandler classics aren’t available to stream (for free, at least) on the big streaming platforms, we definitely recommend checking out Sandler’s underrated 2016 buddy Action Comedy The Do-Over (watch the trailer HERE) on Netflix. If this one had been released in theaters, it definitely would have been rated R (and we like that, we like that a lot). It’s an absolute blast to watch Sandler in his element as an exhausted FBI agent that tricks his bank manager buddy (played by Spade) into faking his own death after the two old friends reconnect at their 25^th High School Reunion.

So if you’re looking for a fun comedy instead of the Afterschool Special sleeping pills that Hollywood is churning out these days, definitely give The Do-Over a chance right HERE!

“I could seriously get used to this whole Gallantry Man thing. All this sweet EDC? A new piping hot Dispatch in my inbox every Wednesday? THIS IS THE GOOD LIFE, BROTHER!”