Gentleman's Journal

Long before it was called biltong, mankind was drying meat to preserve the harvest and carry food into the wild. From that ancient necessity came one of southern Africa’s great food traditions. We ...

INTRO | WHY WE GATHER AROUND THE CAMPFIRE

Pull up a chair. The fire is warm, and you are in good company. Before there were books, maps or written histories, there was the campfire. Our earliest ancestors gathered around its light because ...

INTRO | WHAT'S THE GENTLEMAN'S JOURNAL ALL ABOUT?

Welcome to The Gentleman's Journal—the official journal of Fortune & Glory. Each week we share stories, practical skills, timeless style, honest equipment reviews, adventures, fieldcraft, and t...

INTRO | WHO IS THE RUGGED GENTLEMAN?

Who is the Rugged Gentleman? The rugged gentleman isn't defined by where he lives or what he does for a living. He might be a farmer, a lawyer, a rancher, an architect, or a business owner. What un...

SKILLSET | PLANNING YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE

Adventure rarely happens by accident. It begins with a decision. If you've been waiting for the perfect time to escape the routine, this guide will help you plan meaningful adventures that fit arou...

PHILOSOPHY | WHAT FORTUNE AND GLORY™ REALLY MEANS

What does Fortune & Glory really mean? Discover why true wealth is measured not by possessions, but by shared experiences, shared memories and shared joy—and why a life well lived is the greate...

PHILOSOPHY | HOW TO STAY SANE IN A CRAZY WORLD

In a world of endless headlines, constant notifications and competing opinions, it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters. Staying sane isn't about escaping the modern world—it's about learning...