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Keys, wallet, phone. That mental checklist we do every time we leave the house just goes to show how important it is to have a good wallet in your life.
Even with notes and coins now seemingly a thing of the past, a wallet is still needed as a home for some of your most important belongings: your cards, IDs, and that raggedy loyalty card for the coffee shop down the road.
The best wallets for men need to be able to withstand a battering, from being accidentally dropped on the train platform to thrown onto the side table. That’s why most wallets are made of leather – a material that can last decades, with full-grain and top-grain proving the most durable.
Here, we review some of the best men’s wallets around, all from a diverse range of makers, including a heritage British brand that’s been perfecting its wallets for a century, and trusted high street stalwarts.
How we tested
In this guide, we’ve included a range of wallet types, having assessed them all on their quality, practicality and versatility. This meant road-testing them out and about, and looking at how well they served us through the day.
We tried to steer clear of out-and-out cardholders (as opposed to traditional bifold or trifold wallets) but did look at a couple of options that bridge the gap. Price was also a consideration, although, it’s important to note that a well-made, high-quality leather wallet will last a lot longer and may ultimately prove more economical on cheaper alternatives. These are the ones that will take pride of place in your pocket...
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