Patina: 13 Gifts That Get Better With Age
What’s the point of a gift if it’s not going to make it to next New Years? Not only are these gifts built to last, they get better looking the more they’re worn, used, and handled. Over the years, a well-earned patina will develop as these gifts meld to their owner and the rhythms of his life. Shop on for gifts that only get better with age.
Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket
MADE IN THE USA
Year after year, the Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket from Flint and Tinder flies off the virtual shelves at Huckberry—for good reason. Built in the USA from a heavy, waxed sailcloth and lined in soft flannel, it’s comfortable from the first wear and over time develops a deep, rich character. He’ll think of you every time he wears it, and that will be often.
Price: $298
Frye Logan Messenger Bag
ITALIAN LEATHER
When it’s time to upgrade from that gray Jansport backpack, it doesn’t get much more sophisticated than this. The Frye Company has been crafting leather goods for 150 years and their Logan Messenger bag showcases such heritage. Made from Italian pull-up leather, it looks handsome on day one, and downright phenomenal on day 1,000.
Price: $498
Taylor Stitch Moto Jacket
FULL-GRAIN STEERHIDE
Looking for a leather jacket to match your masculine, active style? The Taylor Stitch Moto Jacket is just the thing. Designed in the classic motorbike jacket style, it’s form-fitting and cut short enough that you’ll be comfortable on and off your bike. It’s built using 3.5-ounce full-grain steerhide leather that is wonderfully resilient but chrome-treated and drum-dyed to be both comfortable and eye-catching.
The addition of an inner lining, Thinsulate insulation, flannel-lined pockets, and a snap collar makes it suitable for all but the coldest months. The articulated shoulders provide excellent freedom of movement, and the zigzag-stitch reinforcement at the seams guarantees durability. It wears and looks like an heirloom jacket you’ll want to pass down.
Price: $1,075
Astorflex Bitflex Chelsea Boots
HANDMADE IN ITALY
Class up your daily outfit with these smart-looking, hard-wearing Chelsea boots by Astorflex. The Bitflex Chelseas are handmade in Northern Italy using top-quality Italian leather, using techniques that have been producing some of Europe’s finest everyday boots for six generations.
The rubber outsole offers impressive traction even on wet or slippery surfaces, while the use of premium leather for the heel and the cushioned footbed ensures the boots will conform to the shape of your foot for maximum support. You’ll never have to worry about foot pain even after a long day of walking or strolling thanks to the cloud-like comfort of these ultra-stylish slip-on boots.
Price: $250 $225
Tecovas Goat Bifold Card Case
SOFT GOAT HIDE
Say goodbye to that old, out-of-style clunky wallet and hello to a slim, ultra-convenient, amazingly handsome upgrade. The Tecovas Goat Bifold Card Case is sleek and slim, perfect for storing five cards with enough space for a few bills in case you need cash.
It’s designed to slip into any shirt, pants, coat, or vest pocket and offer convenient storage for your most-used cards and IDs. The authentic goat hide leather is rich in natural oils that patinate quickly and develop more character with every use. Soft to the touch but amazingly sturdy, it’s a wallet you’ll be proud to carry around for years to come.
Price: $55
Flint and Tinder All-American Stretch Denim
CUT, SEWN, & WASHED IN THE USA
From riding horses to strolling around town, heading to the office on casual Friday to a night at the saloon, these Flint and Tinder jeans will be your best companion. The pants are cut, sewn, and washed in prime cowboy land (El Paso, Texas), treated using a washing process that gives them a “broken-in” look and feel right out of the box and makes each pair of jeans utterly unique.
The addition of spandex into the polyester-and-cotton denim ensures they’ll stretch and flex with you whether you’re chopping lumber or swinging up into a saddle, and all of the hems have been reinforced for maximum durability. It’s form-fitting, hard-wearing, and will only grow more handsome the more you wear it.
Price: $158
Ferreira Port Vintage
BETTER WITH AGE
Give yourself the treat of the perfect digestif, one that will only get better the longer it sits in your wine cabinet. The Ferreira Port Vintage comes from Portugal’s world-famous Douro region, produced by the Ferreira da Régua family who have been operating their vineyard since the mid-1700s.
The deep ruby color is complemented by aromas of resin, black fruits, pepper, spices, and balsamic and floral notes. The acidity is well-integrated and the tannins are present without being overpowering. The tasting notes of red berries and spices make for a beautifully lively port that has a long finish and sings on your palate. Pair it with dark chocolates, intense cheeses, and berry-laden desserts for the best drinking experience.
Price: $149+
Grovemade Brass Pen
PRECISION MACHINED
Prepare to impress the hell out of somebody with just a pen. Grovemade’s Brass Pen is made in PDX and Washington state from a solid piece of brass. It feels great in the hand, has facets so it doesn’t roll away, and opens with a satisfying and addictive twist action.
Price: $120 $96
Field Company Cast Iron Skillet
HEIRLOOM QUALITY
This is the do-everything, go-everywhere, last-forever skillet that will make breakfast this December 26th and dinner January 1st, 2055. Naturally non-stick, made in the USA, and ergonomically designed, Field Company makes Cast Iron Skillets that are even better than vintage.
Price: $165
Red Wing Heritage Iron Ranger Boots
AN AMERICAN ICON
If something is going to last forever, it better never go out of style. The Iron Ranger Boots from Red Wing sport a workwear design that came to prominence about a century ago, and have the no-nonsense good looks that’ll be relevant for another hundred years.
Price: $350
Rolex Submariner
QUINTESSENTIAL DIVE WATCH
The Rolex Submariner is the gold standard of watches. Wrap this up and you win gift-giving this year. Waterproof, timeless, and the height of watch-making craftsmanship, it will one day be passed on to the next generation.
Price: $8,400+
Taylor Stitch Drop Point Knife in Brass
POCKET BLADE
Taylor Stitch knows style, as proven by their enduring, responsibly made apparel. When they decided to make a knife, they made sure it was a good one. The brass handle will age beautifully and the corrosion-resistant steel blade will stay sharp and eternally ready.
Price: $68
Shinola Bedrock Belt
EARN THE PATINA
A good belt does more than just hold up pants. It tops off an outfit and brings the look together. Shinola’s Bedrock Belt is made from premium leather that will earn its patina the more you wear it.
Price: $175
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