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by Beau H.

The Friday Find: This Triple Aught Design Service Sweater is an Underrated Blend of Performance and Style

The headline above hits the nail right on the head: Whether layering up for a day hike, gearing up to build a winter bonfire or taking a stroll to your favorite brewery, the right mix of performance and style is critical in the brisk winter months, with warmth of the essence.

And across this year in my many freelance writing pursuits, from the cobblestone streets of Amsterdam to the rolling hills of Scotland, I’ve found that Triple Aught Design expertly fuses substance, style and performance — especially in pieces like the Triple Aught Design Service Sweater shown above.

It’s an unheralded style staple from a brand that if you know, you know: Its gear blends the tactical and the rugged with the streamlined and stylish, and that’s what we’re all about during today’s Friday Find. The Triple Aught Design Service Sweater takes its design cues from thick-knit, heavy weight sweaters issued to British special forces in inclement weather, featuring a durable vertical rib knit and the use of modern 100% extra-fine, non-mulesed Merino yarn, a replacement for traditional wool.

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It makes the hard-wearing Triple Aught Design Service Sweater a useful staple for layering and for fighting odor while regulating temperature, complete with a tough fisherman’s knit rib design and full-zip front for a customizable fit and ventilation as you get from point A to point B on the go.

A zip chest pocket helps store your everyday carry essentials, while the raglan sleeve design amps up mobility in a big-time way (it’d be ideal for layering underneath a waxed trucker jacket or a field coat, at least in my humble opinion).

The handsome and rugged Triple Aught Design Service Sweater is rounded out by a stand collar finished with a rib knit, another useful touch for fighting back against the cold. And with its tailored fit, the brand says the tactically inspired Triple Aught Design Service Sweater works well on its own or layered up across the globe. Look to the unexpected this season when it comes to the best men’s sweaters, and your next #OOTD will reward you in kind with style and function hand in hand.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Take 25 Percent Off Sitewide at the Triple Aught Design Equinox Shift Sale

In the crowded world of menswear, it’s always worth taking a closer look at a brand that’s committed in steadfast fashion to sturdy, overbuilt gear, in the best way possible. That ethos certainly rings true when it comes to my friends at Triple Aught Design, the San Francisco-based menswear brand with a deep focus on tactical, performance-inspired, absurdly rugged gear fit for situations on land, in the air, on the trail and across the globe.

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Lofty praise though that might be, it’s selections like one of the best denim jackets, or one of the softest yet most durable cotton henleys, or even a pair of the best selvedge jeans for men, that cement the company’s vision centered around performance and style.

And that’s what makes the Triple Aught Design Equinox Shift Sale so worth shopping — for the next three or so days, take 25 percent off sitewide on a stylish, hard-wearing, rugged assortment of gear, from your new favorite denim jacket to a tactical field coat, expertly fitted jeans and chinos, sleek base layers and much more.

While there are certainly some exclusions when it comes to savings on durable, rugged gear aplenty, the Triple Aught Design Equinox Shift Sale is perhaps the best chance in a good while to equip yourself for the season ahead, be that with sharp cargo pants, the company’s famously tough Ranger Jacket or the sturdy, endlessly wearable Haven CPO Shirt.

It doesn’t hurt that the offerings up for grabs at the Triple Aught Design Equinox Shift Sale are perfectly suited for the season ahead: Think strong-yet-supple cotton twill shirting, tough-as-nails work pants, even hard-working bags and everyday carry essentials.

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It’s almost the Triple Aught Design way, at least in my experience: If you can think of a seasonal adventure or scenario where things could be upgraded significantly through tough-yet-stylish gear, then I’d wager the Triple Aught Design Equinox Shift Sale has something for you across the next few days. 25 percent off on some of the best gear for men beckons.

by Beau H.

The Friday Find: Triple Aught Design Intercept PD Tapered Jeans – Your New Must-Have Pair

Welcome back to the latest and greatest Friday Find as we head into Labor Day weekend — it’s a crowded market out there in terms of the best menswear deals, which we’ll take a look at Sunday in our Sunday Sale series. But for now, let’s keep it simple and dive into the Friday Find, where I (not unlike other days on this blog!) tell you about one stellar product to just. Buy. Now.

And in a landscape where the best American-made menswear is hard to come by at times, it’s worth taking a look at Triple Aught Design and the brand’s positively stellar Triple Aught Design Intercept PD Tapered Jeans.

While the name might be a handful, these remarkably well-built jeans are about as rugged and functional as it gets — the kind of jeans you can wear comfortably for travel, for outdoor pursuits and of course, for casually stylish fall outings.

Boasting a fit that’s more tapered than other pairs of Triple Aught Design pants (if you’ve had the chance to try the adventure-minded San Francisco brand), the Triple Aught Design Intercept PD Tapered Jeans are made from thick yet supple Mt. Vernon raw denim and finished with double and triple-needle top stitching in handsome contrasting gold thread.

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Angled hand pockets are offset by two coin pockets for small items in your everyday carry, while the Triple Aught Design Intercept PD Tapered Jeans feature durable, custom hardware and a slim, tailored fit (they wear well with everything from chukka boots to high-top sneakers and even moc toe boots, in my experience). They’ve already begun to develop a handsome patina all their own, and here’s the real kicker: The Triple Aught Design Intercept PD Tapered Jeans are on sale right now for about 20 percent off. That’s your new favorite pair of blue jeans, all sorted out nicely.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Save 40 Percent on this Versatile Cotton Henley from Triple Aught Design

Best henleys for men.

When I come across an absolute style classic, a piece I can see myself living in on my many freelance writing travels, I tend to dive right in — in a major way, especially as far as the versatility of one of the best henleys for men is concerned.

And in my experience these past few months, Triple Aught Design is a brand that knows a thing or two about retooling the classics in modern fashion, with adventure and pursuits both technical and tactical top of mind.

My Triple Aught Design reviews have given me the chance to test out everything from a sturdy, remarkable denim jacket to a lightweight, moisture-wicking travel shirt, and the latest and greatest (in this case, a discounted opportunity to shop one of the best henleys for men) is worthy of your time, too.

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From jetsetting travel to day hikes, bonfires and even dive bar outings, I’ve found that a piece like the Triple Aught Design Primer Cotton Henley goes a long way — it’s all the better, of course, that your new favorite henley is on sale right now. Raglan-sleeve stitching increases mobility whether worn on its own, layered beneath a flannel shirt or styled beneath my favorite Triple Aught Design denim jacket.

The henley, with its ability to be customized to your liking via the button placket, is a mainstay in any wisely curated menswear rotation, if you ask me, and Triple Aught Design uses a lightweight waffle knit fabric for plenty of comfort and durability along the way.

This USA-made men’s henley has been carefully considered every step of the way, right down to seams designed for both ease of movement and minimal chafing. The rugged appeal of the Triple Aught Design Primer Cotton Henley (now 40 percent off!) has never been more clear — the company even uses a double-layer shoulder design for added cushioning as you haul gear, packs and more.

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And in the currently available shade of Black seen throughout this post, the hard-wearing Triple Aught Design Primer Cotton Henley is utterly versatile, whether styled with mid-wash blue jeans, olive canvas work pants or tobacco chinos and a shawl cardigan come cool fall evenings.

And with savings of 40 percent off right now, the time is here to amp up your late summer layering game with the Triple Aught Design Primer Cotton Henley.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Triple Aught Design Tradecraft Shirt is as Versatile as It Gets for Adventures Aplenty

Let’s set the scene: You’ve scoured the Web, you’ve scoured the globe and you’ve landed on your next destination for a seasonal adventure far afield (or closer to home). That’s (sometimes) the easy part, or the most fun part — packing and planning is another mission unto its own, and the best travel gear (made with the utmost attention to detail by all-American brands) takes care of the rest for you.

As a proud Delta SkyMiles Platinum Medallion member often afforded the chance to crisscross the country through my many freelance writing pursuits — covering spirits, menswear, watches and more — I like to think I’ve taken some effective real-life notes when it comes to the best travel gear for guys, particularly from newfound favorite brands like Triple Aught Design.

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I recently reviewed a Triple Aught Design denim jacket during a Trans-Atlantic jaunt to Scotland and Northern Ireland, and my latest Triple Aught Design favorite (kindly provided by the brand for review!) levels up my travel wardrobe in major fashion.

And while my ensemble usually includes a lightweight T-shirt and something along the lines of a lightweight field jacket or denim jacket (as you’ve perhaps seen on my Instagram), I just might have found my new favorite travel shirt — and your new favorite travel shirt, of course. For starters, this reliable hybrid buttondown shirt was made to resist wrinkles and stains, all the while packing in compact fashion and layering easily on the go — keep scrolling for more.

The Triple Aught Design Tradecraft Shirt might have some seriously tactical and technical roots, but it could just morph into the best travel shirt in your arsenal. Like other new favorite selections from San Francisco-based Triple Aught Design — which uses both the windy California coastline and dusty destinations far afield as inspiration — the Triple Aught Design Tradecraft Shirt is overbuilt, yet in the best way possible.

A blend of polyester and cotton shapes this durable, rugged shirt, which receives both a soft sanded finish and a DWR layer for a weather-ready touch. Slotted, slightly larger buttons give this shirt both the ability to be worn on its own and the shirt jacket-like ability to layer over a merino T-shirt or a henley — be it in the field or trekking from airline lounge to a hotel downtown.

Horizontal welt chest pockets offer sleek yet useful everyday carry storage space, and one of the coolest features of the Triple Aught Design Tradecraft Shirt is a hidden interior chest pocket for documents, your boarding pass or your passport and wallet.

And although the shirt is built from polyester and cotton rather than, say, a thicker cotton canvas (as most other overshirts on the market), this number feels far from flimsy — it’s stitched with durability and a clean, long-lasting finish in mind. To get the most out of your new favorite adventure shirt, consider wearing it for day hikes, camping trips and long car, plane or train rides — its moisture-wicking capabilities are next-level.

As I often say with my other favorite picks from TAD (for short), it’s like the Triple Aught Design Tradecraft Shirt considers everything you could possibly need, and then levels up from there. Helpfully, the streamlined Triple Aught Design Tradecraft Shirt comes in three versatile, neutral and subtle colors (there’s the navy Siege, dark Black and a sharp Gunmetal, my personal favorite when it comes to one of the best shirts for travel).

With a highly versatile, effective design top of mind, performance-ready fabric in every stitch and sleek looks aplenty for most any situation you can dream up, the Triple Aught Design Tradecraft Shirt gets it right every step of the way — that’s one less thing to worry about on your next global jaunt.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Triple Aught Design MA-1 Flight Jacket – A Modern Update to a True Icon

Take a spin through the proverbial menswear dictionary, and you’ll find all sorts of all-time classics with functional roots made modern, especially iconic styles first trusted by the military. There’s a perfect blend of form and function in these pieces, including in one of the best bomber jackets for men, as shown above by the open road and adventure gear purveyors at Triple Aught Design.

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The Triple Aught Design MA-1 Flight Jacket takes its cues from the legendary style first produced for the military by Alpha Industries. And in my experience, similar to brands like Aether Apparel, the company now retrofits that famed silhouette with its own updates to technical fabric, sleek design improvements and all. The results are impressive, eye-catching and ultra-modern, as are the best spring menswear essentials for your rotation.

And as we’ve talked about here on the blog in other Triple Aught Design reviews, the company seemingly cuts no corners — with the Triple Aught Design MA-1 Flight Jacket, that means a DWR-coated nylon exterior for weather protection and added toughness, for starters. It’s even lined in nylon twill, but it’s the PrimaLoft insulation (which should prove sleek, rather than bulky), and nylon-blend ribbed cuffs that provide a secure fit and classic bomber jacket style.

It’s the sort of piece that manages to cut a sleek, modern look while nodding to heritage styles — not unlike other military outerwear selections, like the field jacket or the CPO jacket. Of course, that versatility and high-performing design means the Triple Aught Design MA-1 Flight Jacket is pricier than average (it retails for $350 at full price), but right now, this durable, tough-as-heck bomber jacket can be yours for 30 percent off.

Best of all is the fact that the handsome, sturdy Triple Aught Design MA-1 Flight Jacket is cut and sewn in the U.S. of A, then finished off with hardware including YKK zippers. Helpfully, your new favorite bomber jacket — always a casually cool style move when paired with a crisp T-shirt and blue jeans — comes in a duo of neutral colors fit to be mixed and matched, including a timeless olive and sharp black.

With technical features aplenty (including a grosgrain front zipper guard and interior zip pockets for your everyday carry), the Triple Aught Design MA-1 Flight Jacket covers all the bases in modern-yet-classic fashion, and then some — add it to your spring outerwear rotation ASAP, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Sunday Sale: Save 30% On this Hard-Working Trucker Jacket from Triple Aught Design

Best trucker jackets for men.

It’s not every single day that you come across a jacket that truly blows you away, one that makes you take notice and marvel at its specs, its hard-wearing build and its overall exceptional design. High praise, no?

And in my line of work writing this Brooklyn style blog, it’s a high bar to clear, but Triple Aught Design and the Triple Aught Design Outrider Jacket meet the moment, and then some.

As far as the best trucker jackets are concerned, this one deserves its time in the sun (and in your wardrobe), and the even better news? The Triple Aught Design Outrider Jacket is on sale right now, and it just might prove a worthy competitor to other trucker jackets in your rotation — seriously, folks. It’s got the modern specs, the durable design and the classically cool good looks to be worn in four seasons — let’s take a closer look, shall we?

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Like Huckberry and other brands striving to make the best men’s trucker jacket (and more), the good folks at San Francisco-based Triple Aught Design believe in adventure, the great outdoors and the versatile, modern-yet-classic gear to go from point A to point B and beyond, from out in the field to back home bellied up to the bar.

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Triple Aught Design uses modern, innovative fabrications (like the British Millerain Sahara canvas found on this jacket), while also nodding to the past (note the Type II-knife pleats on the front of this handsome trucker jacket). It’s eye-catching, hard-working gear that I can certainly appreciate, and I hope you’ll feel the same way.

And what better way to get started with a brand’s wares than by scoring a handsome, rugged trucker jacket at a 30 percent discount, right? The Triple Aught Design Outrider Jacket is also treated with a Staywax finish for weather-ready durability, and it boasts cotton twill lined pockets and cotton corduroy lined cuffs — not to mention snap hip and chest pockets for ease of access.

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It also comes in three dusty, earthy colors for versatility and style points in spades, and the fit should hit nicely at the hip while layering over T-shirts, henleys, flannel shirts and more — as one of the best trucker jackets for men should, of course. There’s not a jacket on the market quite like the Triple Aught Design Outrider Jacket, and you should jump at this chance to save 30 percent on a new favorite trucker jacket for your next rugged #OOTD, folks.