Rum Knuckles Debut Collection

Rum Knuckles is the creation of London-based Artist/Designer RUGMAN, adopting his great uncle’s nickname. Uncle Rum Knuckles (a boxer in the Royal Navy) “liked a drink or two, was never an aggressive man but could be pretty tasty with his fists if pushed, took pride in being “a gent” with the ladies and looked after his appearance“. As a brand, Rum Knuckles maintains the line between stylish masculinity and the edgy grit and determination that made the brand’s inspiration renowned. The naval/nautical/tattoo themes run deep through their accomplished debut collection is available now via their online store.

“Uncle Rum Knuckles was a boxer for The Royal Navy in the Second World War… a champion of the people… a rebellious bare-fisted fighting legend of the streets… a massive mountain of a man. For all his rough-hewn edges and steel lightning fists, Rum Knuckles was a thoughtful, intelligent man who took care of himself and his look… Rum Knuckles was a ladies’ man… a well-dressed and soft-spoken gent, as deadly with the ladies as in the ring. True Royalty of The Navy, Rum Knuckles was a gentle giant with a lion’s heart. Gone but never forgotten, his legend will live on in the raw gritty sophistication of this streetwear brand, the eponymous Rum Knuckles.” Says Rugman