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The Best Boot Socks You Can Buy (CHUP vs Smartwool vs Darn Tough)

In the community of heritage wear, workwear, rugged wear, whichever name you would like to call it, socks appear almost as critical a garment as the boots into

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I Tested 10 Winter Boots for Men to Find the Best in 2025 (That Are Actually Stylish)

Our experts vetted and tested the winter boots from Thursday Boot Company, Timberland, Sorel, Blundstone, and more. A lot of guys will get nice leather shoes

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11-Year-Old Saddleback: The Ultimate Leather Bag Review

Probably the most talked about men's leather bag on Earth, this is the legendary, and slightly controversial Large Classic Leather Briefcase from

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7 Best Shell Cordovan Boots You Can Buy

Shell cordovan. A classic and timeless menswear staple. Coveted for its beautiful sheen and durability, this horse-based material — it’s usually considered

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21.5 OZ JEANS – My Brave Star Selvage Review (100 Wears)

I’ve reviewed a lot of Japanese jeans on my site, but I thought it was time to try some American selvedge — and I went big. About 9 months ago, I bought

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“The Last of Us” Jacket Review: Huckberry’s Waxed Trucker Is Actually Great Value

With over a thousand reviews and a starring role in HBO's The Last of Us, this is one of, if not the most popular, American-made waxed jackets on the

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Chuck 70 vs All Star – Which Is the Best Converse Hi Top?

“The best ever, with tougher canvas and an extra layer of comfort.” That's how Converse describes their new-but-old Chuck 70, which is both an upgrade to and

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The Pros and Cons of Bison Leather Boots

Expert Verified By: George Vlagos, Founder, Oak Steet Bootmakers Bison are strong animals that have been hunted for their meat, horns, and hides for

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What Exactly Is Heritage Fashion?

Ubi Sunt qui ante nos fuerunt - Where are those who were before us? The romance of the word ‘heritage’ is as powerful as it is precarious. A brand’s history

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A Beginner’s Guide to Vintage Florsheim

They say: “Things were made better back in the day.”And that’s true, especially for Florsheim shoes! Although the Florsheim Shoe Company still exists today,

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Why the Best Chore Jacket is Taylor Stitch’s Ojai

My favorite lightweight jacket is Taylor Stitch’s Ojai. Here are a few terms I’ve seen used to describe it: “updated version of a French workwear jacket”

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How Schott Became the Most Iconic Leather Jacket Brand Ever

A lot of what are considered to be “wardrobe staples” today are items popularized by yesterday's rule breakers. Hollywood rebels like James Dean and Marlon

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Canvas vs Twill – Is One More Durable?

While writing my piece about the best waxed canvas backpacks, I was reminded that there are a ton of ways to weave cotton and that the average guy's

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Here’s Where You Can Buy Perfect LL Bean Replacement Laces

Back in the good ole days, you could get LL Bean replacement laces for your iconic 8’’ duck boots by invoking the magic of their lifetime guarantee. Alas, gone

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Why Hamilton Makes the Best Field Watch on Earth

The category of ‘military inspired’ watches is about as broad and muddy as the trenches and battlefields in which the original issued watches were used. From

Red Wing vs Timberland – Which Is the Better Boot?

These are two seriously iconic boots that are famous for completely different reasons.  They both fall into the category of the All-American Work Boot

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6 Under-the-Radar Japanese Denim Brands You Should Know About

If you’ve been into denim for any amount of time you will most certainly have dabbled in (or at least be aware of) the deep, dark world that is Japanese

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The Pros and Cons of Camel Leather Apparel

Depending on where you’re from, camel leather may seem like an unusual, exotic choice of material. But there are a few reasons why you should consider this fine

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Tanner Goods’ Koru Is My Favorite Backpack for Long Trips

I literally just returned from two weeks at the beach (in exotic Delaware) and I brought one bag with me: Tanner Goods' Koru Rucksack. Every time I've fled New

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How to Pick the Best Shoes for Your Foot Type (Pronate, Supinate, Neutral)

Finding the right pair of boots can be difficult when you consider it important to match your boot to your foot type since feet and shoes come in many shapes

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Grant Stone Chelsea Boot Review: Alden Quality for Under $400?

If anyone ever tells you that something's bad quality because it's made in China, you should direct them to Grant Stone. This truly unique company was

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Converse vs Nothing New, the Most Eco-Friendly Sneaker on Earth

Today, I’m comparing perhaps the most iconic sneaker of all time to what is definitely the most eco-friendly sneaker of all time and if you think that sounds

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Goodyear Welt vs Blake Rapid – Which Is Best for Resoling and Water Resistance?

So, you’re serious about boots. You’re looking for the highest quality, the ones that will really last, and it’s got you asking the real questions like, “I want

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From Office Job to Boot Maker – Interview With Parkhurst’s Andrew Svisco

Handsome boots, made in the USA, for under four hundred bucks. That's the deal that Parkhurst's founder Andrew Svisco has on offer, and while some of the boots

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