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Bi-Fold Wallet by Filson
Perhaps one of the first, and most important, things men often look for when purchasing a new wallet is the material it\'s made out of.Since the 1600s, men have been toting wallets around with them to carry paper currency (although there are some earlier references to ancient Greeks using them as well).Even after their primary use nearly 500 years ago, they largely remained unchanged. Back then, they were made from either cow or horse leather (source).Fast forward to 2020 — wallets now comes in many different materials, including synthetic fibers, aluminum, canvas, and of course, leather.While we won\'t dive too deep into the nuances of all the materials used in making wallets, we at least wanted to touch on a few of their key properties and why they are important:Synthetic FibersFibers such as polyester and polyester blends are quickly becoming a popular and contemporary alternative to the traditional leather wallet for a few reasons:First, synthetic fibers are extremely durable and can withstand the abuse of being tossed around for years.Secondly, synthetic fiber-based wallets tend to be much thinner, which reduces the transferring of outlines of your wallet to the surface of your jeans.Their naturally thinner body can often provide additional storage options as well, such as those seen in the Pioneer Ion Wallet.AluminumHaving a wallet made from aluminum certainly has its benefits – it can get tossed, dropped, sat on repeatedly and much more without showing any signs whatsoever of wear and tear.With aluminum being very lightweight, this material when used in wallets won\'t weigh your pants down.Many aluminum-made wallets, like the Ridge Wallet we reviewed below, are made from several different plates:This unique design doesn\'t need to rely on a fold (like a traditional bi-fold or tri-fold wallet) and further reduces the real estate it takes up in your pocket.But another nice advantage to this design is that if you are only carrying a single credit card and driver’s license, you aren\'t wasting space with unused slots.CanvasOne popular material, especially with the men who are animal-friendly, is canvas.Crafted from cotton, canvas is a nice and soft material that is also inexpensive.Found in more of the nature-focused brands on the market (i.e. Herschel, Fjallraven, etc.), this material is great for those who want to make a statement with their wallet in more ways than one.Beyond the social focus of these wallets, canvas wallets are great beginner wallets as they often have zipper change pockets and photo inserts.LeatherBy and far the most popular wallet material will be leather. Regarded for its level of sophistication, style and durability, a well-made leather wallet will look great for years.Able to hardly ever look out of place, whether it’s a casual or formal setting, there is a lot to love about leather.But here\'s the secret that many companies don\'t want you to know……all leather is not created equally.In fact, there are three different types of leather that you will come across when purchasing a new wallet:Top Grain – Top grain is the top of the hide and is the best leather that money can buy. This leather is the type that will only look and feel better with age.It\'s not uncommon to see a man with a top grain leather wallet last them a couple of decades – because they are just that good.Expect to pay a premium for this type of wallet, but also expect to get a much more quality offering.Full grain differs slightly as it’s a bit rawer and may contain surface scars from the cow of which it was originally sourced.Cross Grain – A mixture between both the top grain and lower level of leather, cross grain is more of an intermediate wallet. It will last you a fair bit of time while also costing significantly less than a top grain leather.Genuine Leather – The lowest form of leather is marked as genuine or bonded leather. This type of leather is a mixture of both hide parts and glue. The amount of leather that is within this mix can vary wildly; however, it is up to the company\'s discretion and can vary anywhere between 10% and 90%.If reading about leather is your thing, then you should check out this book we came across; it outlines all the details when it comes to leather.Here\'s their brief overview that we found pretty valuable in our research:As you will see in a minute, wallets come in many different form factors; in fact, we wrote recently about all the types of wallets here.While we won\'t go too deep into the details (if you want to know them, check out the article we mentioned), we will at least give you a bit of an overview on the more popular types and their key advantages:Bi-FoldThe most traditional of any type of wallet will be the bi-fold. Not only does it have a rather slim profile, but the single crease in its design allows for easy organization.What does this mean for you?If you store your wallet in your back pocket, it won\'t be a large lump that may cause discomfort or back pain. Secondly, the open design allows for easy access of both cash and cards.Tri-FoldVery similar to the bi-fold wallets, tri-folds are just wallets that have been folded two additional times.With their three creases, they are much more compact and greater for men who want a smaller wallet without compromising on card slots.The biggest disadvantage when it comes to the tri-fold wallet is that it can get thick rather quickly. This can cause discomfort while sitting – so be sure that you clean out your wallet regularly.Card CasesPerfect for men wearing a full suit and wanting to keep a more minimalist wallet, card cases keep just the essentials an arm\'s reach away.While not the most practical for everyday use, this form factor is perfect for those men who just want the bare bones in their wallet.It may not seem like the obvious choice, but using a card case with a pair of skinny jeans makes perfect sense as they can slide in effortlessly to tight pockets.Money ClipsWhile card cases are fairly no frills, the money clip is the ultimate choice for men out there who don\'t want to carry much.However, with money clips, they can take some getting used to as you will always have to thumb through your cash, cards and any other necessities to get what you need.Color is the perfect way to demonstrate your own unique personality and sense of style.However, not every occasion calls for bold colors or patterns when it comes to taking out your wallet.Taking out a bright, tactical orange wallet while paying the bill for a formal dinner for work may send some weird messages, especially if you work in the financial sector.If you want to play it safe and don\'t want to own more than one wallet, then we strongly recommend that you go with a plain brown or black wallet (material can vary depending on personal preference).These types of wallets are timeless and will always be in style no matter what other trends are currently out there.Of course, if you are in college or you simply don\'t have to interact with clients on a regular basis, then you can definitely have fun with something like the Aluminum Wallet by Ridge Wallet.Based on our findings, the price points of wallets are all over the place. Whether you are looking for a sub $20 price wallet like the Buffway Slim Minimalist Wallet or the higher end Filson Bi-Fold Wallet that retails for about $135, the ranges are pretty wide.The reason is due to multiple factors, including the materials, style, craftsmanship, where it was made and the brand itself.What do we recommend here?If you want a wallet that will last you quite a few years and carries with it a brand that is synonymous with luxury (i.e. Bellroy, Tumi, Red Wing Heritage), then expect to pay around $100.However, if you are looking for a starter wallet or one that is a style that you are just trying out for the first time, and brand, material, extras, etc. aren\'t all that important to you, then expect to pay about $20 to $50.Building off the last point, as is the case when buying anything in the world of fashion, the brand will either be important to you or not.As we highlighted in the reviews below, there are some brands that make wallets as more of an ancillary accessory (i.e. Levi\'s) and there are other brands that specialize in wallet-making and have perfected their craft (i.e. Pioneer, Ridge Wallet, etc.).Of course, if you are going for more luxury brands such as Gucci, Valentino, Hugo Boss and countless others, then sites like Mr. Porter can offer up some wallets that cost several hundred to even north of $1,000.Style is a tough one to nail down when it comes to wallet selection. During our research, we found a few different general styles that many wallets fell into:Formal / No Frills – This will be just your standard wallet that serves its function and nothing else. With a few card slots and a place to put your bills, these wallets are often the thinnest and most versatile.Organizational Heavy – For men who are planning to travel overseas or simply have a lot going on with their life, the addition of a coin pouch, card slots, photo albums, bill holder (and secret bill holder), etc. is worth thinking about if you like to have everything in its proper place.Tactical – This style of wallet redefines what a wallet really is. With fold-out knives, bottle openers and countless other cool little tools baked into the design, a tactical wallet can quickly become as versatile as a Leatherman Tool and can help you out in a pinch.If there is any part of your wallet that has seen the most transformation in the past five years, it would be your card slots.With the popularity of platforms like Google Pay and Apple Pay, the number of cards that you physically carry around may begin to start shrinking.While the useful life of a quality leather wallet is at least 10 years, we would suspect that the financial landscape of the world is going to be drastically different from what it is today.What\'s the takeaway here?We would recommend that you take out your wallet and count how many cards you are currently carrying.Instead of buying a wallet to carry all those cards, plus several more you might obtain down the road, we think it might serve you better by getting one with equal or less slots than the cards you have as your phone will likely begin to replace them.While we dedicated an entire article covering all the best RFID blocking wallets currently in the market, we at least wanted to touch briefly on this technology baked into the wallets of today.Some folks are concerned about their financial safety and look for RFID blocking wallets as they will stop any signals from penetrating the wallet and sifting your credit card details.While the science is still out on this form of thievery, many wallet manufacturers know that this is an important factor when buying a wallet and often add RFID blocking capabilities as an extra selling feature.So, if you want to have an extra peace of mind, especially if you commute on subways and other crowded transports in large urban areas, check the product description of the wallet to confirm that it will block any thieves.After reading countless reviews from other men, doing our own set of research, and considering the various styles, materials, price points and more, we found that the following wallets below were best in class for 2020: Materials: Vegetable Tanned Bridle Leather | Card Capacity: 6With a rich history dating back to the 1890s (read it when you have a minute – it\'s pretty fascinating), Filson has established themselves as one of the premium brands when it comes to men\'s outerwear.Originally designed to dress the men heading into the Pacific Northwest for the gold rush, Filson\'s philosophy hasn\'t wavered over the years – “Make sure it\'s the absolute best”, and this couldn’t be truer than with the Filson Bi-Fold Wallet.While it might not look like much from the onset, like the Minimal Card Wallet by Tanner Goods, this bi-fold wallet relies on a quality piece of vegetable-tanned bridle leather, ensuring that it lasts you for years down the road.Like any quality piece of leather than has been meticulously tanned, it will not only soften with age, but also appear better.Suited for both formal and casual scenarios, this 6-card slot wallet and large cash slot provides easy access to all the essentials.So even if you find yourself at the bar Friday night with your buddies and had a few too many, you won\'t have to worry about expanding slots, clips, etc. getting in the way to pay the tab.Lastly, this wallet by Filson is made in the USA, a rarity in the world of clothing and apparel these days.
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