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Leather Jackets

Best leather jackets for men in 2025

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Leather Jackets

A price and style comparison

When you think of hardwearing outerwear, it doesn't get more iconic, leading man or badass than a proper leather jacket. It's the modern equivalent to a suit of armor—just pulling one on will instantly give you a boost of confidence. Of course, a leather jacket isn't an inexpensive purchase. For good reason: It's not an easy or inexpensive thing to produce, so a good quality jacket is usually an investment. So you want to make sure you're buying a good one. But that doesn't mean you can't find quality jackets at reasonable prices. Here, we compare and contrast three similar jackets in a range of price points. They've each got great selling points, so depending on your personal style and budget, pick the one that works best for you.

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The Surprisingly
Affordable Jacket

• Made from 100% top-grain sheep leather in a classic Harrington style

• Fully lined with 100% poly satin lining

• Sturdy YKK zipper front closure and functional welt pockets at waist

• The leather is sturdy at first and breaks-in nicely over time

$199.90 by Quince

Better

The Heritage Jacket

• Made in the U.S. from natural pebbled cowhide

• Fully lined with a diamond-quilted nylon lining

• Oversized YKK zipper and zippered chest pocket

• The leather is very soft and supple out of the box, no break in needed

$970 / $720 by Schott NYC

Best

The Designer Jacket

• Made from 100% Italian lamb leather, known as "plonge"

• Lined with a smooth Cupro/Cotton fabric

• Versatile two-way zipper front and four pockets: two at the hip, with separate side-entry options

• The leather is luxe: lightweight and buttery soft, with a subtle pebble grain texture

$2,498 by Todd Snyder

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