Accessories
The Best Affordable Leather Goods for Men
Full-grain leather without the full-grain price tag. These are the brands that deliver heirloom quality for everyday prices.
Leather ages beautifully if it's real. Here's where to find quality without the fashion-house markup.
## 1. Wallet: Craft and Lore ($65)
Handmade in the USA. Minimalist designs that develop a beautiful patina. Thinner than a designer wallet, fits better in your pocket.
## 2. Belt: Thirteen50 ($45)
Full-grain leather, brass hardware, made in USA. Simple and rugged. Will outlive you.
## 3. Weekender Bag: Mismo M/S ($395)
Yes, it's more expensive, but it competes with $1,500 bags. Minimalist, Italian leather, Swedish design. Buy once, cry once.
## 4. Boots: Thursday Boot Company ($199)
Goodyear welted, full-grain leather, resoleable. They look like $400 boots because the construction is the same.
## 5. Watch Strap: Barton ($20-30)
Quick-release leather bands that let you change your watch look in seconds. Quality that rivals $100 straps.
## 6. Briefcase: Satchel & Page ($200-300)
Full-grain, made in USA or Mexico. Competes with Filson and Saddleback at half the price.
Leather rule: one good piece is better than five cheap ones. Buy slow, buy quality, keep forever.
