Get this pack of (15) 8-1/2” x 5-1/2” sheet protectors for half-size daily planners. They’re seven-hole-punched for Wilson Jones® calendars, but will also fit most binders, including three-ring versions if you throw caution to the wind and skip some holes.

Resistance bands. No, not a bunch of obstreperous rockers, but home gyms small enough to stick in your hip pocket. These rubber stretch bands are 6-1/4” wide and will stretch to (9) feet. Good for full-body strength training, yoga or Pilates, or just a little light body stretching. In the resistance-band universe, these would be medium strength. We'll send you (1) in red or blue depending on what's on top of the pile. Your muscles won’t care—they’ll thank you.

Enable chemical reactions while amazing your friends with the Devine Wine Aerator! Called the Woodpecker Pourer (because just take a look at the thing), it has multiple air intakes and sends wine swirling down into glasses with every pour, to open up aromas and flavors. Fits all bottle sizes and comes in a snazzy gift box. Plus, with your wine already swirled, you won't have to do it yourself and risk sloshing it all over the tablecloth and your boss as you expound on the wine’s subtle hints of blackcurrant, pine needle, rosemary, toasted almond and mocha.

And smart Boy Scouts keep scrapbooks so they’ll have a way to prove how scrappy they were when their own kids start rolling their eyes at them later. Our Boy Scout Scrapbook Kit measures 12” x 12” and has a dozen Scout-themed pages to insert and embellish with (28) stickers that honor service hours along with letters and numbers, a bunch of Scout slogans and more. It's one of those things you'll regret not doing if you don't, so do it. Add on an additional (8) puffy embellishment stickers—including Be Prepared, the BSA logo and Scout Spirit—at 2” to 4”, just because they're extra-cool.

Here’s a nice little USB wall charger with (2) ports. To give you an edge over your spouse or roommate, one port is a 2.4-amp fast-charger and the other is 1.0 amps. We don't know why—maybe RCA has a sense of humor. The amps are marked with small letters that you could scrape off or blacken so only you would know. As a nice bonus, the plug folds in for storage and travel.

You’ve had a mood ring and now it’s time to graduate to a full-blown mood light in the shape of a fantasy (or, depending on your outlook, actual historical) creature such as a Mermaid or Unicorn. Both are white plastic with a soothing (7)-color changing LED inside. You pick: the Mermaid, approx. 6” x 4”, or the Unicorn, approx. 6” x 3-1/2”. You supply the (3) AAA batteries, and the dreams.

There are plain ol’ planers and there’s the 42000 Planer from Tolsen Tools. This hand-held wood planer has a carefully sharpened, adjustable blade that can be used for soft or hard wood. Also has an anti-slip comfort PVC grip and a strong, plastic adjustment knob. Blade is 1-3/4” wide, and the whole shebang measures a compact 9-1/4” long. Store it in the sturdy cardboard box it comes in. Tolsen means quality, which sounds like an ad slogan, but it’s true.

Put your foot on the middle of this rubber resistance band and pull the handles up to chest height and you'll strengthen your bum shoulders just like our boss does. Bands are 54”, unstretched, with comfort-grip handles. Medium resistance. Colors are assorted and we've seen red and green so far. Check the Interwebs for endless exercise tips using resistance bands.

You say your ex locked your bike to a fence just to be cruel? We’ve been there. Worry no more. From Tolsen Tools, this 8" long bolt cutter with 2-1/2" teeth is compact and ready to slice through steel. Has a CRV steel blade and a steel-plated handle with a soft grip. Tolsen makes good stuff. After you free your bike, go find something else to cut.

In 1958, Buddy Holly came out of radios like these. This retro version of the first transistor radios measures 4-1/4" x 2-1/2" x 1" in dark blue with a wire handle that doubles as an antenna. AM works better than the FM, but who listened to FM in 1958? Plenty loud (guaranteed to not fade away) with classic thumb-wheel tuning and volume. You add a pair of “AAA” batteries. To make things even more like 1958, carry the radio in your shirt pocket.

As long as it's pretty small. These self-adhesive, removable hooks from 3M are made to hold up to 8 oz without damaging surfaces. Measure just 1-1/4” tall x 3/4” wide in white, and are just like the insanely expensive ones they sell at the biggest box stores in your neighborhood. You surely have a dozen uses for these, or you will at some point.

Our each is (3) sets of gaming dice, (7) campaign dice per set, with black pouches for carrying them. Made for role-playing and board games, you'll get (1) set each of blue with a black swirl, shimmering purple, and shimmering emerald—all with gold inlaid numbers and 6/9 indicators. Each set has (1) d4, d6, d8, d12, d20, and (2) d10 percentile dice, (1) with 10S and the other with single digits. Use to slay dragons and journey through the deepest dungeons, or just to upgrade your Monopoly nights. Officially judged “nice dice, dudes” by the office gaming geeks. Ages 8+.

This never-used 100% cotton French CCE F1 Field Camo hat is perfect for a small head, size 57. Marked “Tissage Mouline Thillot 1995” inside, which makes it new old stock, in great condition. Soft, crushable and lined, with a nice short bill. Sort of reminds us of those little hats cyclists wear, like in the Tour de France.

Yes, unless you break this cork-rubber ring, and it's a pretty tough puppy. It's also the perfect example of surplus—a punch-out from a gasket manufacturer. You’ll get the leftover ring, which measures 10-7/8” OD x 8-5/8” ID x 3/16” thick, and we'd list the myriad cool things you could do with it but we’d hate to deprive you of the chance to exercise your imagination and creativity, because really, how much exercise are you getting these days? You’re welcome.

In fact, shine (4) little lights, like these 120-lumen COB task lights from iZoom®. Measure 7" x 1" x ¾" in a rectangular profile with a 2-1/2”-long bar of LEDs on one side. Ultra bright with settings of high, power-save low and emergency strobe. Include pocket clips oriented to throw light to the front, with magnets on the clips to stick them on steel surfaces. They come with (3) 'AAA' batteries in each, which basically cuts the price in half.

Regular customers will recognize that phrase from our emails, but in this case it refers to refill scrolls of crossword puzzles for the Roll-A-Puzzle system, which you don't have and neither do we. We do have scissors, however, and so do you—but if you need a new pair, we’ve got those, too. Scissors ready, just take these 4” wide rolls of a dozen puzzles, roll 'em out, cut 'em up, tape 'em to a piece of paper and Bob's your uncle. (You're all set in London—13 letters.) Our each is a box of 4 scrolls/rolls for a total of (48) puzzles with themes from fashion to Shakespeare. Don't peak at the answers on the bottom. If you do own the system, btw, we'll be picking a set from their volume 9, 10, 11, or 12.

Much more fashion-forward than those helmets, these NASA caps are the ones astronauts wear for the annual softball game against the cosmonauts, or to walk their dogs on the space station. In black, it's made of 100% brushed cotton twill, low-profile and adjustable. The front panel is reinforced with buckram to give it structure. The familiar NASA “worm” logo is stitched in white on the front. Classic.

We like our pouches festooned here at the home office. These are heavy-duty, 100% cotton, 9” x 5” x 2”, and zippered with a little 3” x 2-1/4” pocket inside. Also have a 1-1/2” hang-tab on one side. You pick: the off-white one, festooned with dozens of mystical alchemical symbols, perfect for those trying to change lead into gold or Bitcoins; or the garden-weed special with illustrations of poison sumac and ivy, clover, creeping Charlie, crabgrass and other beautiful nasties.

Erector™ is a S.T.E.A.M. kit from Meccano™ with (188) plastic and metal parts, (5) blueprints, (3) real tools, and an instruction sheet to start the budding engineer in hands-on work making geared machines and other projects. Meets Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) standards. Includes a card for contacting Spinmaster® with problems or questions. For ages 10+.

Plunk your phone down on this 5” x 3” x 1-1/2” “Blasting Brick” rechargeable induction speaker, and it will be induced to amplify your tunes. Might be science, might be magic, but it puts out mighty good vibrations. In a rubber case that looks like a stereo tuner circa 1968. Includes a USB charging cable, and a headphone cable. We'll pick one for you in creamsicle orange or indigo. Gives you something to look forward to.

You get (3) of these stainless steel surgical scissors, which have a shorter working length (with the hinge closer to the jaws) than regular snippers, but you still shouldn't try to remove your own appendix. Measure 4-3/8" long and are quite sharp.

Chemically treated paper strips to test for acid or base (alkaline) solutions. Use the blue for acids, the red for bases. The more sophisticated hydrion pH test paper strip indicates pH from 1 (bright red) to 14 (dark brown). Values in between can be read by comparing with a color chart that comes with the strips. All have (100) strips of test paper per vial.

We just got a fantastic deal on the real deal Energizer ® batteries. Each is a pack of (6) “AA” or “AAA” for smoke detectors, game controllers, thermostats, flashlights, radios, tv remotes, wireless devices and need we go on? You won’t see brand new name-brand batteries this cheap at the corner drugstore. These are a real treat so get them while they last. Expiration date on our sample sales 12/2029.

Your kids will have the whole world in their hands with these Blokko kits that they can turn into a (145)-piece Sphinx, which will measure approx 5" x 2-1/2" x 2-3/4" when assembled; a (116)-piece Tower of Pisa at approx 4-5/8" tall on a 2-1/2" square base; a (136)-piece Burj Khalifa from Dubai at approx 7-3/4" tall on a 3-1/8" square base; or an approx 2-7/8" tall Lincoln Memorial on a 4-3/8" x 3-1/8" base. We’ll send you (2) different kits--each a lesson in geography, history, engineering and architecture. Your kids won’t even have to go to school the day they build these! Ages 6+

This polyester laptop case has padded front, back and sides, and measures 15" x 12" x 5" with handles and an adjustable, removable shoulder strap. Has (3) internal sections, a flap pocket on the outside with a zippered internal pocket, two open pockets and (3) pen sleeves. Best of all, it has a 1-1/2” wide strap across the back made to slip over the handle of a wheelie bag so you’ll have one less thing to carry while you’re trying to find your photo ID and take your belt off. Available in black or grey.

Who doesn’t? Try this set of (5) low-profile white, red, green and blue LED accent light pucks. Measure approx 2-3/4” dia x 1” deep, they’re powered by (3) “AAA” batteries each, included and you’re welcome. Turn them on manually to switch between colors, or use the wireless remote. Also has bright or dim white settings, 4- and 8-hour cycles, and (12) color permutations for your color morphing pleasure. Remote includes a replaceable coin-cell battery and has a 15-foot range. Lights come with foam tape for mounting.

And take it on the road with this soft polyester cosmetic bag. In red or royal blue (Our choice), it measures 9-1/2" x 6" x 3", zippered with a handle and includes (2) zippered compartments, one open with gussets to fit larger items and the other with a clear zippered brush pocket and panel with a flap. Great for traveling but also nice enough to keep in your home bathroom. And if you're not into makeup, it's just a great little bag with lots of compartments for stuff--jewelry, craft supplies, art supplies, snacks, whatever.

There's no escaping the automobile attraction when you've got a giant flagpole mounted on your roof. The mounting system includes a lightweight frame with a folding bracket that mounts atop your vehicle with scratch-resistant suction cups and durable straps. The flagpole itself extends up to 4' long which folds down for garage access and works with the included 2' x 3' American Flag or up to a 3' x 5' flag with grommets. Fly the flag of your local sports team, our classic Jolly Roger. Plus, at the top of the pole sits a bright white LED powered by your vehicle's accessory port which means you can show your pride after dark. But keep in mind that you can't drive fifty-five—the manufacturer recommends keeping it under 30 MPH if you want to keep your pride intact. Easy setup instructions and 2' x 3' American flag included.

Expedited shipping is not available and your entire order will ship standard ground.

Or gear down-for the science fair or for any number of hobby projects. This hard-to-find set of (3) combination spur/beveled gears-for when you want gears set either straight or at 90° to one another-also has one small spur gear, plus three bushings. All in red, green, or blue plastic (we'll pick). The combo-beveled gears are 1-5/8", 1-1/4" and 27/32" dia with 3/16" bores to accept the bushings, which are 3/16" OD, 3/32" ID. The straight gear is 17/32" dia with a 1/16" half-bore. All are 24 pitch.

Our robotic kingii dragon (Chlamydosaurus kingii, or frilled-neck lizard) is better than a puppy because you don't have clean up after it and it won't chew the furniture. This STEM education kit has (2) motors and digital control via IR sensors to activate LED eyes, motorized mouth and pop-out neck frill, plus "Escape" and "Chase" modes, which make it retreat and follow you using IR sensors, respectively. You'll need (4) "AAA" batteries and some patience, as this kit is delightfully challenging. Finished dragon will be 13-1/2" long x 8-1/4" x 5". For ages 10+.

Call it a MASK unit. This faux-military “Minor Surgery” kit from Voodoo Tactical® comes in a 7" x 5" x 2-1/2" OD canvas pouch containing: 6” wound probe; 3-1/2” stitch scissors; 3-1/2” tweezers; 5-1/2” bandage scissors; 5” straight and curved forceps; a #3 scalpel handle with disposable blade; pupil flashlight with mm gauge; alcohol pads; antiseptic towelettes; some 5/0 monofilament; and a gram of antibiotic ointment. And remember: reenacting actual combat surgery without a license is still not allowed.

Neatness definitely counts. Even in wiring. Especially in wiring. End those electrical mare's nests with this 6-position barrier strip, rated for up to 30A at 600V. Comes with a clear plastic cover with access to the screw terminals and measures 3-5/8" x 1-1/4" x 5/8" with a 5/16" mounting hole at each end. Terminals are in pairs.

If Madame Curie had owned this, she'd be alive today. (She'd be more than 140 years old, of course, but still….) Our Radex RD1503 digital radiation meter evaluates the ambient level of gamma radiation, and can detect objects polluted by beta active radioactive nuclides. It uses a Geiger counter to detect the amount of gamma radiation within 40 seconds. It indicates the ambient dose equivalent in µSv/hr (0.05 to 9.99) and the µRem/hr exposure dose rate on a scale of 0.1 to1.25. The values are displayed on a 1-3/4" x 1-1/8" LCD screen. The presence of each particle is indicated by a clicking sound, for quick identification of affected areas, and it has an audio alarm with 3 adjustable ranges. The unit measures 4" x 2-1/4" x 1" and comes with a detailed manual and technical certificate. Requires (2) "AAA" batteries. Made in Russia. CE.

The manufacturer calls this a SWAT Survival Kit and it’s a wonder of emergency compactness at 4” x 6” x 2-1/2”. Tucked inside the heavy-duty black plastic case is a bright LED flashlight, multifunction leatherguyish tool, survival compass, whistle, emergency foil blanket, credit-card size multitool with (10) functions, flint fire starter and steel wire saw. Flashlight is powered by (3) "AAA" batteries (not included).

A great pack of (10) non-medical quality disposable masks. 3 Ply non-woven material for general use. Comfortable fitting and easy breathing. Elastic ear-loops with no pressure to the ears. All in a handy dandy,  reclosable zip seal bag. One for the purse, one for the glove compartment and one for work. Executive standard GB/T 32610-2016. 7’’ X 3.75’’

Which this excellent little travel/desk clock and calender does. Measures 3” tall x 3-1/4” wide with a 1-1/4” square LCD screen framed in translucent dark gray lucite. Has alarm, stop-watch, calendar, and 12/24 format modes. Takes (1) button cell battery, included, and has a locking, pop-out stand in the back.

When temperatures dip, we’re reminded of the only phrase we can still remember from freshman Latin class: semper ubi sub ubi. Literally, that’s: always where under where, and damn if we can remember the word for “long” because we just got a whole Roman empire’s worth of long-sleeve thermal tops in all the popular sizes—you know, waffle shirts—to fend off the harshness of winter. They’re 65/35 cotton/poly, so expect some shrinkage and plan accordingly. Pat is a size large so he buys X-large. In all your favorite colors, aka. chocolate brown.

And slice tomatoes, not your fingers. From Best® gloves, these D-Flex cut-resistant kitchen gloves are white with a rubber-coated palm. You pick the right hand glove in medium (ignore the surplus-driver “Extra Small” markings), or the left hand version in size L/XL. Both are approx 4-1/4” across while the right glove is 9-1/2” long fingertip to wrist, and the left glove is 9-3/4” long.

For keeping your special itsy bitsy stuff in. The bottoms are sky blue; the tops are clear plastic. They measure 2-1/16” long x 1-3/16" wide x 5/8" deep, with snap-top lids and they’re just as cute as the dickens.

Nope--we thought it was a theodolite-- a surveying instrument for measuring angles in horizontal and vertical planes, but it seems we missed the mark. With the help of a knowledgeable Surpie, we’re reasonably sure this olive drab apparatus is an artillery sight for a Chinese howitzer. (See, even we don’t know everything.) Measures approx 7-1/2" x 5" x 4" with a plethora of moving parts: optical head that pivots up and down; focal knob calibrated from 0 to -90 and +10 to + 80; horizontal and vertical adjustments with a locking lever; and a 1-5/8" dia ball with a 1/2" hole in the bottom for a mount. Weighs in at over 5 lbs. The paint is chipping, but you would too at this age.