The Thursday Buy: Flint and Tinder Just Teamed Up With Rancourt & Co. On Some Seriously Rugged New Boots

Flint and Tinder x Rancourt & Co.

We’re back after a brief hiatus and my latest style and spirits-focused jaunt across the pond, as you might have seen on my Instagram, so let’s get into it today, my friends. In matters of the best winter style essentials, it can sometimes feel like you’ve seen it all — how much better can a pair of rugged winter boots get, after all? Well, in the case of the good folks at Huckberry, a line has been drawn in the sand, or rather, the ante has been upped even further with the iconic modern retailer’s latest standout footwear collaboration.

Again, that’s a high bar to clear considering the likes of Huckberry x Danner have hit the brand’s digital shelves in recent years, but Flint and Tinder x Rancourt & Co. delivers the goods once again, and then some. If you’ve read this Brooklyn style blog or perused the Huckberry site as of late, you’ll know that Flint and Tinder menswear is Americana through and through, inspired by the open road, the American West and the great outdoors.

Best chukka boots for men.

That lineup includes one of the best waxed trucker jackets on the market, plus expertly faded denim and crisp chinos abound, along with perfectly crafted footwear, like the Flint and Tinder x Rancourt & Co. Acadia Chukka Boots (among other F&T offerings, of course). The just-launched, highly durable and seriously rugged Flint and Tinder x Rancourt & Co. Acadia Chukka Boots meet the high standards of both Huckberry and Rancourt & Co., the generational Maine-based footwear maker known for serious attention to craft and handsewn, eye-catching and heirloom-quality boots and moccasins.

It’s a family business run the right way, to say the very least, and that lends itself to some iconic and hard-wearing boots and shoes. The Flint and Tinder x Rancourt & Co. Acadia Chukka Boots are the latest in that long line of enviable boots and shoes, including high-top sneakers that sold out quickly more than a decade ago.

So if you want a piece of the latest and greatest American-made boots for men, take heed:Your new favorite boots won’t be around for very long.

The Flint and Tinder x Rancourt & Co. Acadia Chukka Boots boast Chicago-sourced pull-up bison leather with rich texture made to take on a handsome patina over time.

These stylish men’s leather boots are built atop a Reltex Ranger outsole that should prove lightweight and yet traction-minded, while the Flint and Tinder x Rancourt & Co. Acadia Chukka Boots are unlined — grab a pair of your favorite boot socks, cuff your flannel-lined denim and get out there to take on the winter cold. Select sizes are selling fast, so now is as grand a time as any to upgrade your winter boot game.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder Mason Canvas Barn Jacket – A New Take on a Style Icon

Flint and Tinder menswear review.

Out of all the classic menswear on the market — or at least, classic silhouettes made modern — there’s a reason the best of the best truly stand the test of time and look great while doing so. It’s something we talk about plenty here on this style blog, especially as it relates to layering up for the brisk temperatures at hand out there, out in the field.

Of course, as you might have guessed, that’s where Huckberry menswear can deliver the right blend of rugged appeal, timeless style, durability and good looks to boot.

Throw in the fact that one of those styles on offer is the newly introduced Flint and Tinder Mason Canvas Barn Jacket, and you’ve got a recipe for rugged, layered up winter style success aplenty.

While this jacket has much to live up to compared to iconic Flint and Tinder waxed jackets, it’s a safe bet that the rugged, Americana-inspired in-house brand at Huckberry is up to the challenge — that includes everything from the brand’s utterly soft T-shirts to its expertly faded blue jeans.

Now, I’d wager that the Flint and Tinder Mason Canvas Barn Jacket should live up to that dependable, stylish billing in every way possible.

The Flint and Tinder Mason Canvas Barn Jacket takes its cues from the very best of the old-school best, as Huckberry says this hard-wearing jacket is “a traditional barn coat designed for everyday wear,” then upgraded with a modern fit and fabrication.

Built with a stretch cotton blend and finished with a traditional corduroy collar and cuffs, it’s timeless in every way possible, featuring a riveted chest pocket, a button-flap right-side chest pocket and drop-in patch front hip pockets, all the better to stow and haul your everyday carry essentials.

The Flint and Tinder Mason Canvas Barn Jacket features a button front and adjustable button cuffs for a customizable fit, while this handsome barn coat manages to get the details utterly correct across both of its earthy, timeless color options.

On that note, I’m personally a fan of the versatility of the Dark Olive color shown here, although Light Khaki would wear remarkably well come spring with light wash jeans.

The use of stretch cotton throughout means this durable barn jacket boasts a more lightweight feel than other winter jackets, so feel free to layer it atop a crewneck sweatshirt or a thick thermal henley and chambray shirt.

For rugged style points and utility you can rely on day after day, opt for a new favorite like the Flint and Tinder Mason Canvas Barn Jacket — your wardrobe will thank you later.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder Sherpa-Lined Winter Gloves – A Must-Buy Winter Style Accessory

Best winter gloves for men.

As winter’s worst weather bears down, it’s mighty beneficial to take stock in advance of the gear in your rotation — staple items like a durable winter parka or a cozy thermal henley are going to go a long, long way indeed, but don’t forget the everyday carry essentials that make it all possible as far as stylish winter adventures are concerned.

The great news is, these selections needn’t be an afterthought, and they needn’t forgo dashing good looks for the sake of winter weather-minded performance — the best winter gloves for men certainly qualify in this regard, my friends, and you can find them at one of your favorite online menswear stores: I’m talking, of course, about the good folks at Huckberry.

And in much the same way as they make a highly rugged, hard-wearing waxed trucker jacket or a do-it-all flannel shirt, Flint and Tinder delivers the goods as far as the best gloves for men are concerned.

The details really do make the difference, and if ever you’ve stepped foot in a winter storm without a proper pair of gloves to accompany you, then I’m willing to bet you’ve learned your lesson. The Flint and Tinder Sherpa-Lined Leather Gloves, on the other hand, defy convention and deliver rugged performance, warmth and style in one complete package.

You see, the Flint and Tinder Sherpa-Lined Leather Gloves strike the ideal balance between too bulky and too sleek — the right balance that makes them rugged and durable enough to wear alongside a trucker jacket or a flannel shirt jacket, or else with a crispy navy topcoat as a complementary piece alongside your best winter wool suit.

The Flint and Tinder Sherpa-Lined Leather Gloves blend durable 100 percent textured leather (available in versatile shades like Cognac, Bourbon or razor-sharp Black) with a cozy sherpa lining for the utmost in winter warmth.

The Flint and Tinder script font at the cuff is a stylish touch that helps these Huckberry-approved gloves stand out in a fashionable manner, while the Flint and Tinder Sherpa-Lined Leather Gloves also happen to be on sale (you can scoop up your own pair at Huckberry now for less than $75).

Sizes are going quickly as far as the Flint and Tinder Sherpa-Lined Leather Gloves are concerned, and it’s not hard to see why: Durability, style points aplenty and exceptional winter warmth are the name of the game this season, so scoop up a pair of the finest men’s winter gloves on the market — your digits will assuredly thank you.

The Sunday Sale: This Flint and Tinder Midweight Flannel Is One Stellar Pick from The Huckberry ‘See You Out There’ Sale

Best flannel shirts for men.

The holidays — and that period between Christmas and New Year’s — come but once a year, but thankfully, the chance to shop menswear essentials from Huckberry’s ever-growing sale section is a bit more frequent.

At least, that’s the case for the next few days as Huckberry puts on its See You Out There Sale, which celebrates the promise of stylish adventures heading into the new year, all by offering up discounts on underrated yet buzzy menswear and gear for the modern fellow.

The See You Out There Sale serves up savings of up to 45% off, a standout deal considering plenty of picks from Huckberry-approved retailers can prove a bit pricey at times. Case in point: The selection for this year’s must-shop winter fashion sale includes normally pricey offerings from the likes of Wax London, Freenote Cloth, Barbour and Kestin — all brands worth a pretty penny normally, but each worth your hard-earned cash right now.

And yet, the See You Out There Sale also features classic in-house picks from Huckberry, like the handsome and durable Flint and Tinder Cozy Midweight Flannel Shirt shown at the top of the page — what’s not to love about that, ehh?

If you keep up with this Brooklyn style blog, you know Flint and Tinder for its slew of modern icons, including its waxed trucker jackets, its everyday-approved 365 Pants, its shirt jackets and heritage cardigans, and even its thick-knit, anything-goes T-shirts.

So now that you can score a durable, rugged and easy-to-layer winter style move like the Flint and Tinder Cozy Midweight Flannel Shirt — while supplies last, of course — I’d say this latest Huckberry sale is sort of like the perfect storm. Everything lines up (nicely, in this case), and just in time for casually laidback seasonal layering and style points aplenty.

Made with a reliable crossback yoke for ease of movement and finished with two button-chest pockets for shirt jacket-esque layering potential, count this soft-yet-sturdy flannel shirt among the very best of the offerings on sale until January 1st at the See You Out There Sale.

Triple-needle stitching lends durability, while the Umber Plaid color is perfectly well-suited for pairing with light tan chinos, light grey corduroy trousers or indigo blue jeans and a waffle henley (other color combinations are up for grabs at full price, for what it’s worth)..

For under $90, your new favorite flannel shirt is a prime example of what you can unearth when you scour the discounts on hand at the See You Out There Sale — a sale that shines a spotlight on the unexpected, but for a limited time only. Load up your (digital) shopping cart accordingly, folks.

See Now, Buy Now: These Flint and Tinder Corduroy Pants are Your New Favorite Style Essential this Season

Best corduroy pants for men.

Perhaps you’ve noticed that as the temperature plummets even further, you need something a little more sturdy in every element of your wardrobe. That goes for your trusty parka as well as your thick-knit flannel shirt and dependable fisherman sweater or shawl cardigan (all of which we’ve covered here on the blog in recent weeks and months!), but what about your rotation of the best pants for men?

While rugged blue jeans and even dressy wool suit trousers and crisp chinos all have their place in your style rotation, it’s sometimes ideal to lean into the charms of the season in terms of texture and style — and that’s where the good folks at Huckberry can help, a fact you well know if you’ve read this Brooklyn men’s style blog from time to time.

Let’s get more specific when it comes to texture and rich craftsmanship: Look to the folks at Flint and Tinder, well-known for the lightweight, effortless dependability of the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants, to effectively winterize your options in terms of the best men’s pants, period.

You see, the best corduroy pants for men toe the line between distinction and dressy appeal, and the versatility that every guy needs — especially when they come in a design that closely mirrors your go-to five-pocket blue jeans or chinos. And the Flint and Tinder Corduroy 365 Pants toe that line in crisply cut, stylish, seriously cool fashion — gone are the days of stuffy corduroy pants worn in years past, replaced instead by a handsome tailored cut, rich color options and simply excellent fabric.

Available in fits ranging from Huckberry’s proprietary HB Straight or HB Athletic Tapered, the sharp-as-can-be Flint and Tinder Corduroy 365 Pants are your perfect go-between when you want a classier look than casually rugged blue jeans, but want to avoid going as formal as suit trousers.

Best corduroy pants for men.

The Flint and Tinder Corduroy 365 Pants boast what Huckberry calls “the perfect amount of stretch,” even featuring a slight taper to the leg in the Straight-cut variety for a clean look and feel. And the five-pocket design is reliable and timeless — as easy to wear with a thermal henley and a chambray shirt as with a wool blazer and a stretch dress shirt.

The Flint and Tinder Corduroy 365 Pants come in four fashionable colors (including my personal favorite, Whiskey, plus the wear-with-anything Taupe and the eye-catching olive hue of Moss). And with garment-dyed fabric, the right amount of stretch and the crisp fit you can count on from the good folks at Huckberry, it might just be a surefire bet that these stylish men’s corduroy pants are the perfect step up from your trusted blue jeans this holiday season (and well beyond).

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder Cone Mills Denim Trucker Jacket – An On-Sale Rarity at Huckberry

Suffice to say, there are no shortage of absolutely outstanding Black Friday and Cyber Monday gear deals to shop out there from your favorite online menswear shops. It seems you can save on a little bit of everything — and I mean, everything — if you know where to look.

From home goods to bar cart must-haves, durable waxed jackets, cozy flannel shirting, utterly classic sweaters and handsome leather boots — to name a brief smattering of categories — there’s savings to be had around every corner, particularly if you shop the discounted wares at Huckberry.

Naturally, I’m willing to bet you knew that Huckberry’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals were outstanding in their own right, but the real joy comes in digging deeper into Black Friday Huckberry discounts, does it not? The Americana retailer is offering a series of exclusive drops across the weekend, including today’s rarity of a find (as far as the best denim jackets are concerned, that is).

And if you play your cards right and layer up properly, you can still make one of the best denim jackets for men work for you — and again, it’s rare enough that it’ll be worth it to score one on sale through Huckberry’s Black Friday weekend sale.

Folks, meet the Flint and Tinder Cone Mills Denim Trucker, which repurposes Huckberry’s knack for perfecting the trucker jacket silhouette, all the while using rare and durable, utterly classic Cone Mills denim hailing from North Carolina.

The Flint and Tinder Cone Mills Denim Trucker is one heck of a find, made in America from sturdy 12.75oz. rigid Cone denim secured from the legendary American denim producers at Cone Mills. When that factory’s USA location finally shuttered pre-pandemic, its factory in Yecapixtla, Mexico took over the sort of production that denimheads absolutely love.

The result is the same hard-wearing, remarkable denim fabric fashioned into timeless silhouettes — even more incredible (and certainly worthy of today’s Style Pick) is the fact that the Flint and Tinder Cone Mills Denim Trucker is 30 percent off right now as part of Huckberry’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. Plenty of sizes are available when it comes to this reliable trucker jacket.

It’s going to break in and look better and better with each wear, while classic design details like slanted flap chest pockets and custom hardware cement its easily wearable, durable appeal. For 30 percent off as part of a special run of Huckberry holiday sales, you might not find a better deal right now than the Flint and Tinder Cone Mills Denim Trucker.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder Stretch Knit Flannel Shirt – Your New Everyday Shirting Essential

It’s hard to go wrong with a closet packed chock-full of style essentials you can trust day in and day out, but the challenge is building out that closet, like a menswear toolbox, is it not?

And yet, therein lies the fun of the menswear world: When you’ve carefully curated your wardrobe in terms of quality, style and effortlessly classic appeal, as with gear from my friends at Huckberry, the options are nearly limitless and the style potential keeps on going and going.

I’ve certainly found that to be the case over the years with Huckberry’s Flint and Tinder lineup, an offering focused on rugged menswear and gear that just won’t quit. And if you’ve read this Brooklyn style blog and my Flint and Tinder reviews, you know that the brand is famous for quality and timeless, enduring style — including its waxed trucker jackets, of course, and its new lineup of the best men’s flannel shirts.

The Flint and Tinder Stretch Knit Flannel Shirt is the latest and greatest shirt to join that rotation, featuring rugged good looks, modern fabric and that sense of classic style you can only get from the best flannel shirts for men. Call it a modern spin on a classic, as we so often love to write about and wear — at least in my neck of the woods.

And in my experience with Flint and Tinder flannel shirts, you’re getting rich quality, durability and classic good looks in one package — just in time for the holiday season, when the right flannel shirt can pull double or triple duty with expertly faded blue jeans, corduroy trousers and even a soft-shouldered navy blazer and charcoal flannel dress pants.

The hits certainly keep rolling when it comes to the Flint and Tinder Stretch Knit Flannel Shirt and its rich array of color options in terms of style points, while four-way stretch knit fabric and a contrasting collar and cuffs work together for the perfect balance between form and function.

The Flint and Tinder Stretch Knit Flannel Shirt also features dual chest pockets for a blend between a shirt jacket and a traditional flannel buttondown, and the weight of the shirt itself should prove hearty and prime for layering atop thermal henleys and chambray shirting alike.

The Flint and Tinder Stretch Knit Flannel Shirt also hits the nail on the head in matters of style points: Just one look at the eye-catching array of plaid colorways is enough to make you want to stock up. That’s what the season is all about, at least if you ask me: Finding the pieces you love to wear, then making ’em work for you, and the Flint and Tinder Stretch Knit Flannel Shirt gets the job done handily in that regard, my friends.

See Now, Buy Now: Flint and Tinder’s Best-Selling Trucker Jacket Just Got a Major Upgrade

Flint and Tinder trucker jacket review.

It’s like we’ve been saying for weeks if not months on this Brooklyn style blog: There’s not a better time of year for menswear than right now, with its rich layers, its promise of crisp outdoor adventure and the chance to lean into your rugged side.

And certain retailers just meet the moment quite handily, as you also well know if you read this menswear blog on the regular. Of course, Huckberry stocks the kind of vintage-inspired, Americana-tinged gear you can count on to power everything from weekend farmer’s market visits to cabin getaways, bonfires, park strolls and more.

But even the best gear needs an upgrade or a refresh from time to time, including one of Huckberry’s best sellers, the indomitable and incomparable Flint and Tinder Trucker Jacket.

The company’s best-selling item of all-time is normally made from a hard-wearing Martexin sailcloth and lined with striped blanket flannel lining, but the latest and greatest Flint and Tinder trucker jacket gets a big-time, highly intriguing upgrade: Witness the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Sashiko Trucker Jacket, which blends the softness of 100 percent indigo-dyed cotton with distinctive Japanese Sashiko stitching.

There’s plenty of character to love in the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Sashiko Trucker Jacket, which updates a true modern menswear classic in utterly eye-catching fashion. As Huckberry notes, sashiko stitching, an age-old technique, helps lend texture, character and craftsmanship to all kinds of textiles, this handsome trucker jacket very much included.

And like other variations on your favorite indigo menswear, pieces like the Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Sashiko Trucker Jacket will take on their own character and patina the more you wear ’em — with each wear, in fact.

Huckberry rightfully calls this gem of a piece a “limited-edition, artisanal take on our iconic trucker jacket,” and it’s hard to pass that up (act carefully, since size XS is already sold out online).

The great news is, the same hallmarks that make other versions of the Flint and Tinder trucker jacket so excellent are all in on the action as well, from side-entry waist pockets to a flap-button chest pocket and the brand’s utterly classic striped blanket lining. Look for the inner left side media pocket for your everyday carry, too. And custom, durable hardware lends even further durability to this timeless silhouette, which should prove every bit as wearable as your other favorite Flint and Tinder trucker jacket.

Rock it early and often with a grey henley and tan chinos, or else style it with black jeans and broken-in tan leather boots for a dash of rock n’roll edge. However you choose to wear the newest Flint and Tinder trucker jacket, rest assured that it’s with you for the ride every step of the way, and then some.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder Boiled Wool Chore Blazer – An Expert Seasonal Layering Find

Best fall blazers for men.

It’s like we keep saying here on this Brooklyn style blog: There’s arguably never been a better season for menswear than right now, this fine autumn, with a wide variety of textures, colors, layers and remarkable menswear essentials for the season at hand. That goes for everything from rugged waxed jackets to textured fisherman sweaters, durable henleys, expertly faded jeans and much more — outer layers aplenty very much included.

Of course, your friends (and my friends!) at Huckberry have the basics covered and then some, and that goes for pieces that deliver a distinctive spin on a classic — in this case, that’d be one of the best blazers for fall from Flint and Tinder.

The silhouette is then flipped on its head in the new Flint and Tinder Fall 2025 Collection, and the end result — among other stylish, rugged offerings — is the Flint and Tinder Boiled Wool Chore Blazer, an unstructured spin on the wool blazer that blends the chore coat and the blazer in handsome fashion.

The key, as with other Huckberry menswear essentials made to take on the brisk breezes and fall foliage, is in its dependable fabrication, starting with twice-boiled thick wool for warmth and a soft, lightweight feel.

The Flint and Tinder Boiled Wool Chore Blazer boasts the traditional lapels, patch pockets and button front of a stylish blazer, yet that unstructured design gives it a dash of devil-may-care appeal — flip the collar up and wear this as a transitional piece of outerwear or a reliable travel jacket, style points very much included.

The four-button front placket is a stylish, eye-catching change of pace, as is the range of colors in which you can score your new favorite fall and winter blazer — would you expect anything less from Huckberry?

The famed Americana brand has also built out the Flint and Tinder Boiled Wool Chore Blazer with enough variety to suit every sense of style — simply look at the range of available color options and finishing touches like the use of corozo buttons. And with a hybrid jacket like the Flint and Tinder Boiled Wool Chore Blazer, you’ve got options as to how you wear one of the best fall jackets for men.

Team it with a henley and faded blue jeans for high-low style appeal, wear it atop a white Oxford shirt with olive chinos for a classic, office-ready look, or rock the Flint and Tinder Boiled Wool Chore Blazer over a chambray shirt for a look that’s utterly timeless. The best fall blazers for men and women give you style options aplenty, no matter which color you select — the Flint and Tinder Boiled Wool Chore Blazer is no different, so shop accordingly this season.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket – A Hard-Wearing Spin on a Fall Classic

Best waxed jackets for men.

In my experience, there should be a joy in getting dressed for the autumn season with the best fall style essentials. After all, the season’s more brisk climes give you plenty of opportunity to wear your favorite layers as frequently as possible, from richly crafted chambray shirts to thick sweaters and of course, an array of the best waxed jackets on the market.

With its water-repellent finish and durable waxed cotton or cotton canvas construction, waxed outerwear is practically a must-have for the guy who values casually rugged style, and that’s where Huckberry has cornered the market over the past decade or so (just check out the photo below for an example of what the good folks at Huckberry do so well).

Huckberry’s Flint and Tinder lineup, as you well know if you read the blog, is already assuredly well-known for making one of the best waxed trucker jackets on the market, but they’ve expanded their Flint and Tinder roster in recent years to include slightly more refined silhouettes.

That includes the Harrington jacket, originally a style fashioned in Britain to fight back against wind and rain — and later worn rather famously by style icons like Steve McQueen (he preferred a Baracuta G9 Harrington, for the record — which Huckberry has also sold in the past!).

And now, Huckberry is stepping up to the plate once more with another version of one of the best men’s waxed jackets, and this time, it’s the Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket — an even more weather-ready version of a truly legendary piece of outerwear.

It’s packed with the sort of functional bells and whistles one has come to expect over the years from Flint and Tinder, including hard-wearing fabric (in this case, a dry wax Halley Stevensons fabric made to repel wind and rain).

The fact that the Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket comes in rich Dark Navy as well as a cool, crisp and neutral Dark Olive is a major bonus in terms of style points, but it’s the handsome fabrication that makes the Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket such a winner in my book.

In my experience wearing the utterly classic yet modern Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket, it’s plenty comfortable and not overly bulky — a micro-flannel interior lining provides warmth, while poly-lined sleeves make for an easy-on, easy-off wearing experience.

The corduroy collar and cuffs that finish off the casually rugged Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket are a timeless touch, while a buttoned throat-tab closure provides more coverage should you need it (and of course, the custom F&T hardware is substantial and sturdy).

If you ask me, the Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket is the definition of a grab-and-go travel jacket, especially layered over a thermal henley with dark blue jeans, but if I were you, I’d also look to the icon Steve McQueen for more insight on how to wear a Harrington jacket. Upgrade your outerwear ASAP with the Flint and Tinder Waxed Harrington Jacket, my friends.