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by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-Shirt – A Versatile, Durable Layer for Early Spring

As we step into a new season, retooling your menswear wardrobe is the name of the game, at least in my book. Evaluating the kinds of gear that can take you from one season to the next can even be fun if done the right way, often starting with critical outer layers, especially from a heritage retailer like the rugged Pacific Northwest style purveyors at Filson.

One of the very best shirt jackets for men could be just the ticket for critical early spring layering, with transitional style appeal and performance in spades. And if I were you, I’d look no further than the rugged, highly wearable Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-shirt, a new addition to the Filson Spring 2026 Collection that builds off the classics and feels fresh and modern all the same.

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The Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-shirt, as luck would have it, is part of the brand’s new Rustic Canvas collection, a nod to the tightly woven and famously durable fabric and its place in the Filson pantheon of hard-wearing outdoor gear. The Filson Jac-shirt in its own right is a prime place to start retooling your outerwear rotation, and it often comes in thick fabrics like hardy wool for the colder months.

And yet, for spring, Filson retooled the iconic style in a lighter-weight yet no less tough fabrication fit for brisk spring days aplenty. As the long-running heritage brand says, this durable new style is a “heavy-duty canvas take on our versatile Jac-Shirt that’s been an icon for 50 years,” and it’s hard to argue with a modern update to a historic style via the Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-shirt.

Available in classic colors like Whiskey, the Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-shirt boasts 11.2oz. cotton canvas construction in a sturdy build that’s accented by a timeless corduroy collar and cuffs. The Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-shirt should still prove easy to layer over everything from a heavyweight pocket tee to a mid-weight long-sleeve shirt or a lightweight cotton henley on cool spring mornings.

And with durable metal shank buttons and oversized chest pockets for your everyday carry and tools of the trade, the Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-shirt is, as Filson says, a dependable and rugged outer layer for battling the elements and any debris from spring cleaning. There’s also a touch of easygoing style to this shirt jacket, which styles reliably with dark indigo jeans, olive canvas work pants or perhaps even grey chinos for a mix of high-low style.

The adage remains the same as it ever was when it comes to the best men’s shirt jackets, made the right way: The Filson Rustic Canvas Jac-shirt should prove reliable, hard-working and tough in the clutch, my friends. A new favorite shirt jacket for spring awaits.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Shinola Runwell Duffle Bag – An Essential Travel Companion for the Seasons Ahead (And Right Now)

As winter’s many frigid days continue to roll through this neck of the woods (and perhaps your own home base as well), it’s worth wondering when the chance arises to break out of the frigid cold, yes? A worthwhile question indeed, and one you should keep top of mind as you plot your next getaway — and the weekender bag you’re going to pack to go far afield (or closer to home) also carries plenty of weight (and essential, stylish gear), yes?

The best men’s travel gear helps make the journey as enjoyable and stylish, or at least as functional, as can be — and with one of the best weekender bags for men, the routine of gearing up and packing up to hit the road takes on a new meaning. It’s no moreso apparent than when you opt in with one of my favorite style and lifestyle brands, period.

Think of it like an A-to-Z approach seen in one of the most considered lifestyle brands of the moment, and a favorite of this writer — Detroit-based Shinola delivers handsome watches aplenty, they deliver an incredible stay at the downtown Detroit Shinola Hotel, and now, they offer a curated selection of the coolest travel gear and leather goods on the market. If you’ve read this Brooklyn style blog over the years, then yes, you certainly know — or at least, now you know.

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Difficult though it might be to cut through the clutter of stylish men’s travel gear, consider the Shinola Runwell Duffle Bag your new go-to travel companion for seasonal getaways as the country thaws out. Just as the ever-stylish Shinola Runwell Watch is a daily must-have for many on the market (this writer very much included), the handsome and durable, rugged-meets-refined Shinola Runwell Duffle has you covered from take-off to touchdown, so to speak, in matters of both form and function.

The Shinola Runwell Duffle Bag carries forward the same design principles as the famed and iconic (in a modern sense) Shinola Runwell Watch — read on for further past Shinola Runwell reviews on this very site for a deeper dive into the effortlessly versatile, Art Deco-inspired timepiece and its “daily driver” wearability. In the meantime, I’d wager the dependable build of the elegant yet tough Shinola Runwell Duffle Bag should more than suffice as you plot your next long weekend away, yes?

Shinola Runwell Duffle Bag review.

Fashioned with the company’s Navigator Leather and built with reliable Gunmetal hardware, the handsome Shinola Runwell Duffle Bag boasts 37.2 liters of carrying capacity, plus two slip pockets and an interior pocket, along with an external slip pocket for easy access to your everyday carry essentials.

Shinola leather goods review.

As the famed Detroit company notes, the Shinola Runwell Duffle Bag is designed in Detroit, and “built to be the last bag you’ll ever need.” Available in four eye-catching shades of leather built to patina beautifully over time, I’d wager your new favorite duffle bag from Shinola is built to complement your new go-to timepiece rather stylishly, is it not? If you decide to score one for yourself, let me know in the comments below.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket – A Menswear Icon Is Yours for the Takinng

Barbour Bedale Jacket review.

As we think ever so slightly about storing away your trusty winter jacket rotation in the weeks ahead, it’s wise to plan for the transition to the breezy yet still brisk climes of spring. And that’s where menswear classics can prove handy right now and in the weeks and months ahead, particularly as far as rugged, dependable and timeless outerwear is concerned.

And as we often say on this Brooklyn style blog, the classics are the classics for a reason, with a history of rugged performance in the field, striking good looks in every stitch and versatile appeal to wear with outfits slightly more casual and perhaps a bit more polished.

My friends, Huckberry has a full roster of new spring style arrivals that fit the bill in this regard — and then some — starting with the Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket, which absolutely lives up to its stylish, reliable billing.

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The Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket was first put to the test as a countryside staple across England and Scotland, with particular use for hunting and field expeditions, thanks to its tough waxed cotton construction and classic details like a corduroy collar and cuffs for warmth and utility. These days, it gets a modern update in a distinctive Fern color, not to mention a new peached-finish take on its utterly iconic fabrication.

The Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket also includes a plethora of pockets for your everyday carry essentials, including moleskin-lined handwarmer pockets and deep bellows pockets for storing all the tools of the trade you need for a day in the field. And to hear Huckberry tell it, the peached-finish process offers “subtle weather resistance” all the while, never a bad quality to have in one of the best spring jackets for men.

Note that unlike other models of this legendary jacket, corduroy cuffs are swapped out for tartan fabric, while durable snap buttons complement a two-way front zipper for a customizable fit that aids in mobility on and off the trail. With the rugged Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket, you’ve simply got options: Its fit should prove more classic and relaxed (it’s right in the name, after all), with room to layer essentials like a thermal henley and a lightweight flannel or chambray shirt for warmth.

And whether worn with corduroy trousers and leather moc toe boots for essential high-low style, or teamed with canvas work pants and a thermal base layer for gentleman’s pursuits in the field, you might say it doesn’t get more classic, classically cool or durable than a staple piece made modern, like the Barbour Bedale Classic Jacket. If that lines up with your spring style pursuits, shop accordingly for the weeks ahead, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Flint and Tinder 365 Pants – An All-Season, Versatile Classic for Your Wardrobe

Flint and Tinder 365 Pants review.

A lot can happen in the menswear world in a decade — I’ve certainly seen my fair share of changes running this Brooklyn style blog over the years (among many other pursuits!). Trends come and go, seasons change, looks and silhouettes shift — from slim-fit and ultra-skinny to overly relaxed to somewhere in between, especially in the world of men’s pants.

But some styles, like the chino or the blue jean, are built to stand the test of time in matters of looks, and that’s where you’ll find the sweet spot for your rotation. And when a pair of pants manages to blur the line between the chino and the jean in a way that’s effortlessly cool, that’s where you’ll want to double down — as with the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants from Huckberry, for example. Have you tried this ever-versatile crossover between a chino and a jean with five-pocket construction in a vast range of colors? Now is as great a time as any to start.

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And it’s fitting that Huckberry is looking back at some of its decade-old modern classics starting in 2026, including the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants — 3,650 days of those pants, as the famed retailer fittingly and sagely says. The retailer set out to merge the ideal blend of versatility and classic good looks with ultra-soft stretch fabric, or as the company says, they “set out to build a single pair of pants that were comfortable enough you’d want to wear them everyday, and versatile enough you could wear for any occasion.”

Having tried these stylish men’s pants over the years, I’d say that’s remarkably accurate — how about yourself, ehh?

The Flint and Tinder 365 Pants can just about do it all, featuring four fits (ranging from Slim to Classic, Straight and Tapered, with the Straight leg fit harkening back to the OG design of these comfortable stretch chino pants).

Built with five-pocket construction that nods to blue jeans, the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants are made from a soft 8oz. cotton with just enough stretch, and the fabric feels garment-dyed and easygoing right out of the box — so much so that you can rock the Flint and Tinder 365 Pants with everything from a more casual henley to a crisp Oxford shirt and timeless navy blazer.

A custom F&T metal button gets the details right, along with a premium YKK zipper, while utterly classic colors like Charcoal, Earth and Navy — in fact, a full assortment of these pants could have you covered in style from the office through the weekend without missing a beat. That’s what Huckberry set out to do, after all, and a decade on, I’ve say they’ve nailed that mission in handsome style.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Todd Snyder Terry Pocket Sweatshirt – An Everyday Essential from the Famed Menswear Designer

When a designer like Todd Snyder talks about the best men’s style essentials, pieces every guy should own, it’s a wise bet to listen closely. The award-winning menswear designer and veteran of J. Crew and Ralph Lauren has been shaping the way guys should dress for decades — especially with his namesake line, as you well know if you read this Brooklyn menswear blog. Yes, it’s lofty praise, but when a guy wants to look great in a luxe shirt, or find the perfect pair of selvedge jeans, or switch things up with relaxed tailoring or a Don Draper-approved sweater polo, Todd Snyder is the man to see.

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That also holds true with more casual and casually rugged style essentials, like the effortless Todd Snyder x New Balance 574 Sneakers or the just-right Oxford shirt, or an ultra-soft T-shirt, or the just-right fade of Japanese selvedge light wash jeans… the list goes on and on, as you can see.

And now, as part of his new line of Todd Snyder Essentials, the designer is recommending ten must-shop picks every guy should own — starting with a winter-friendly, layering-approved Todd Snyder Pocket Sweatshirt. The designer previously put his own twist on athletic sportswear for years with the Todd Snyder x Champion lineup of luxe yet gym-inspired basics, including the must-buy pocket sweatshirt. It begins anew with one of the best sweatshirts for men, in the best way possible.

The Todd Snyder Pocket Sweatshirt takes the classic pocket sweatshirt and gives it a luxe finish in Portuguese French Terry cotton, light enough to layer comfortably over an Oxford shirt or a thermal henley, and substantial enough to give it some heft underneath a sturdy waxed cotton trucker jacket.

In fact, your new favorite pocket sweatshirt should be well-suited for layering indeed, as the famed retailer (now with more than 20 locations nationwide!) notes this sweatshirt is in fact “roomy through the chest, tapered at the waist” for a more classic look in a nod to old-school athletic sweatshirts.

Split needle construction offers a clean and crisp finish to this sweatshirt whether you score the Todd Snyder Pocket Sweatshirt in a timeless color like Light Grey, or the indigo-inspired Deep Springs. Any option should add depth and a sense of sporty, heritage style to your favorite pieces, be they tobacco-hued stretch chinos, faded blue jeans or perhaps corduroy pants and a chambray shirt for a luxe, high-meets-low look. This certainly won’t be the last time we talk about his new line of Todd Snyder Essentials, so it’s best to start with a fresh take on a throwback classic.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Buck Mason California Cashmere Cable Crew Sweater

As frigid weather continues to grip much of the country, perhaps you’re taking stock of your winter style essentials and realizing you need a few more critical, crucial picks with some serious heft to them. That holds true for your menswear rotation from top to bottom, I’d wager: Rugged leather boots, durable denim, flannel shirt jackets and the right base layers are all downright useful in your fight against winter’s worst, and that’s where the good folks at Buck Mason enter your rotation once more.

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The California-based brand drives a hard bargain in matters of form and functionality, especially as far as Buck Mason sweaters are concerned — the lineup draws inspiration from utterly timeless, throwback-style sweaters, particularly preppy staples from the Ivy League. And that’s what makes the Buck Mason California Cashmere Cable Crew Sweater so reliable: It’s got the proper construction, the right design and the durable fabrication (plus style points aplenty!) you’ve come to expect from Buck Mason, and then some.

The Buck Mason California Cashmere Cable Crew Sweater is crafted from ultra-soft 100 percent cashmere for a truly luxurious feel and finish. And with its classic cable knit stitching, the sweater boasts heritage-quality good looks in a design that would make Hemingway proud. Buck Mason drew design inspiration from the “casual poise of 1960s Ivy League sweaters,” the company said, and finished this handsome piece with yarn-dyed fabric at the cuffs and collar for a lived-in, well-loved feel right out of the box.

In three elegant and dashing colors, including crisp Black and an eye-catching, utterly classic shade of Natural, this refined sweater should prove as wearable with expertly faded blue jeans as with olive corduroy trousers and perhaps even tobacco-hued chinos, depending on the color you select.

There’s a sense of refinement and style to the Buck Mason California Cashmere Cable Crew Sweater, which boasts a classic fit for easygoing layering atop an Oxford shirt, a trusty Buck Mason chambray shirt or perhaps a thermal crewneck for casual style on winter weekend days aplenty. When the weather demands something more sturdy and strong in your arsenal, take aim at adverse conditions with the timeless, exceptionally well-crafted Buck Mason California Cashmere Cable Crew Sweater, my friends.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Criquet Corduroy Quilted Shacket – One of the Best Shirt Jackets for Men

Criquet shirt jackets.

Every guy needs to shake off the doldrums of winter at one point or another, especially if you live in a place that falls on the slightly more temperate side of things, a place where a durable shirt jacket might prove useful until lunchtime, and then once again after the sun goes down. If you ask me, that’s what one of the best shirt jackets can bring to the table in terms of layering versatility — it’s something you’ll see often if you follow me on Instagram, in fact.

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And if it’s a rugged shirt you seek, you just might be surprised what you’ll find from the easygoing yet rugged, up-for-anything folks at Criquet Shirts. The retro-inspired brand is perhaps known for ultra-soft polos (think: The kind that Arnold Palmer would have worn) and a range of buttery-soft buttondown shirts. And now, they’re diving into more road-ready picks like the Criquet Corduroy Quilted Shacket as seen here.

We previously dove into Criquet buttondown shirts in another Criquet review on this very blog, but let’s take a closer look at a versatile and durable outer layer for brisk days — the kind that you can wear now and into early spring, provided the timing and weather at hand suits the situation properly. And if you’re looking for a durable outer layer with handy pockets to get you from point A to point B, whether that’s a train ride or a Land Rover jaunt, consider the ever-helpful shirt jacket — one like this handsome number from Criquet Shirts, in fact.

The Criquet Corduroy Quilted Shacket (available in three crisp, easily wearable colors) takes Criquet’s super-soft corduroy shirting fabric and uses a recycled polyester inner fill lining for a touch of added ‘oomph’ and warmth.

They’ve kept the same signature Criquet details when it comes to the Criquet Corduroy Quilted Shacket, including a Western style snap chest pocket and traditional pearl snap buttons down the front — all the better for a customizable fit (as Criquet calls it, the “same right-on-the-money fit” as its other buttondown shirts.

Criquet Shirts review.

In fact, the relatively classic fit of this shacket — in my experience with Criquet Shirts — should lend itself to layering over everything from a graphic tee to a long-sleeve thermal henley and perhaps even a contrasting plaid shirt from the humble, good-time Texas-based brand.

For a layer that’s a reliable go-between from an ultra-thick flannel shirt and your daily-driver chambray shirt, that’s a great quality to have indeed. The next time you need a reliable layer ready for both relaxation and the road ahead, opt for the Criquet Corduroy Quilted Shacket.

by Beau H.

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.

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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.

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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.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson Bristol Cardigan – An Old-School, Seriously Rugged Winter Sweater for Men

Best shawl cardigans for men.

In the most trying of times, when winter’s worst weather simply won’t let up — a common theme these days from my Brooklyn abode and elsewhere across the polar vortex — what tends to work is some of the most reliable, toughest menswear on the market.

Even if you’re merely venturing across town rather than embarking far afield, the best winter style essentials make it count in terms of weather-readiness, functionality and plain ole classic style points. That’s where Filson should earn place of pride in your menswear wardrobe, my friends.

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Of course, if you’ve kept up with this blog over the seasons, you know that to be true, as the famed Pacific Northwest retailer still delivers the good when it comes to the best waxed jackets, tough flannel shirts in a variety of fabric weights, sturdy waxed work pants and — in the case of today’s weekend style dispatch — one of the best shawl cardigans for men.

My Filson reviews as of late have praised the brand for dependability and performance in a range of iconic styles, the sort of gear outdoorsmen have trusted for decades — and it doesn’t hurt that a modern-day selection like the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater looks like something a style icon like Steve McQueen might have cherished “back in the day,” ehh?

Filson Bristol Cardigan review.

The shawl cardigan sweater is — as I’ve written about lately for sites like CoolMaterial — a style that, in similar fashion to the classic henley or the chambray shirt — can serve to make every guy look good, adding a dash of rugged appeal to reliable pieces like blue jeans and trusty leather boots.

And when it comes to the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater, the same mix of throwback charm and modern warmth holds true. The shawl collar frames the face while adding some heft and extra warmth around the back of your neck — and you can still knot a scarf looped down the front, if need be.

It’s certainly an investment at $349, but it doesn’t cut corners in manners of looks or material. Thick-knit 100 percent wool means the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater is going to prove extra warm when worn underneath a waxed field coat or an insulated Filson coat, while it’s woven in a thick fisherman’s vertical ribbed design (again, making the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater an utterly classic piece that menswear heroes of days gone by would have loved).

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In two go-anywhere, wear-with-nearly-anything colors (that’d be Navy and Forest Green Heather), the handsome Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater wears exceptionally well with a natural-hued henley or with a faded denim shirt out in the wild — or at your favorite distillery, for instance.

Two lower hip pockets deliver the classic style any good cardigan needs, and it just so happens that no matter where you go — from a wooded forest cabin to a mountainside retreat — a piece like the Filson Bristol Cardigan Sweater is built to take you there, back again and just about anywhere you dream up this winter.

by Beau H.

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.

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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.

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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.