By the Valet. Staff | October 9, 2017

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. One of the very first leather jackets, Irving Schott's famed motorcycle jacket, the "Perfecto," was introduced in 1928. It sold for just $5.50. The jacket is still built the old fashioned way and just as ruggedly handsome as the original, but of course, it'll cost you a bit more these days. That's not to say a man minding his finances can't find a quality leather jacket. Thankfully, brands big and small are crafting some good looking leather jackets that are built to last. And like any piece made from leather, it will only get better looking the more you wear it. From DSTLD's sleek bomber style to Buck Mason's ultra-soft washed jacket based on a vintage flight jacket, there's a lot to appreciate about these jackets—the price is just one attribute worth celebrating.