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The Ballast Pen

Unnecessarily heavy, Gloriously over-engineered, Delightfully impractical. We call it The Ballast Pen. And we LOVE it!  Our first writing tool, since the Bow-Shackle Pen in 2017.  It's a testament to our love for the extraordinary. Inspired by the heavy ballasts of ships, The Ballast Pen is designed to anchor your thoughts through creative journeys. Machined from a brick of solid brass, this pen is heavy. Each line you write requires the deliberate effort of your entire arm. Probably the heaviest pen you have ever used, (or will ever use). It is Borderline ridiculous. But it is also Extremely smooth. What else would you expect from a pen that weighs more than 50x* a disposable alternative?   A Stainless Steel and...

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THE TWINTIDE UTILITY KNIFE

Sailors who prefer to spend every moment on the open ocean or artisans who prefer to spend time ashore, we have designed a tool to bridge both worlds. The Oceanus Brass TwinTide Knife is rugged, functional, and built to last. A multipurpose tool, designed to be operated in the harshest of conditions, with either hand. As the tides rise and fall, The TwinTide’s matched blades, deliver a balance of function and reliability. Seamlessly transition from one task to the next. Half tide for delicate tasks. Full tide for explorations into the unknown. Equal parts harmony and action. Oceanus Brass engineering enables seamless blade deployments. Lift the custom stainless steel spring for unrestricted access or snap shut for locked-in transportation. Machined...

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THE HULLGAP SLIDER

Orient your present. We set off to make a focus tool, both rich in nautical heritage and innovative in design. A tool you could use on the open ocean or in your office. You, our backers, inspired us with your feedback on the Bosun's Edge XL. The result of this vision and hard work is; The OceanusBrass, HullGap Slider. Satisfying action. Centered in your complete control and anchored in marine engineering principles, the Hullgap Slider embodies the mechanics of an air-gapped, through-hull propulsion system. Slight movements of your thumb, generate smooth and unexpected haptic feedback. Elegantly cut from a block of brass, The HullGap Slider brings sea-worthy design and functionality to your modern lifestyle. A rustproof, working tool, of solid brass,...

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THE MINI CAPTAIN'S HOOK

Designed to complement the ocean explorer. The Mini Captain’s Hook brings seaworthy design and functionality to your modern lifestyle.  Cut from a plate of solid brass, the Mini Captain’s Hook maintains a record of your adventures. The perfect balance of corrosion resistance and a natural living patina. A robustly engineered geometry, allows one to secure forces beyond what you would expect. When needed in an emergency situation, trust your Mini Captain’s Hook will perform as needed. With a directional stainless steel gate, the Mini Captain’s Hook snaps securely, every time. Batten to your favorite travel bag, to a well-worn belt, or to gauges on your helm.

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THE BOSUN'S EDGE XL

BIGGER blade, BIGGER functionality. The Oceanus Brass Bosun’s Edge XL is sharp, eye-catching, and built to last. We set out to make a timeless utility tool that was both rich in history and classic in design. One that you would want to own and take with you on your day’s journey, either on the open ocean or the daily commute. The result is a solid brass knife that has achieved elegance through function. A utility blade for everyday use. This is your essential companion. A rustproof, working knife, ready to go when you need it. It's strong, flat, easy to carry, and designed to fit your hand. Inspired by rigger knives of years past, the Bosun’s Edge XL brings sea-worthy,...

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