There are a bewildering variety of leather wallets on the markets these days coming in all shapes, sizes, and designs. In addition, every single fashion brand of note has it’s own range of wallets for the designer crazy people.So what does one look for in a man’s fine leather wallet? There are several important considerations. Let us look at five of them one by one.
Size
All things being equal, this is the single most important factor you need to look at. It will depend entirely on your needs. There are two places that a man is going to keep his wallet – trouser pockets and the breast pocket. If you’re never going to wear a suit, then you need to pick up a wallet with a small enough size to fit into your trousers.Also, think about how much change you’re going to need. The bulk of the wallet is taken up by small change. You can have a much smaller wallet if you’re not going to carry it around. The number of credit cards you have as well as the ID you always carry with you are all factors to be taken into consideration when deciding the size.
Brand
This is a very personal subject. Many feel that the wallet should be for the purposes of utility and not fashion. And even if they are for fashion, then the brand doesn’t mean anything. However, it’s so much more fun to have a branded leather wallet! For the truly fashion conscious, a branded wallet makes a very great difference and who’s to deny that the good brands are really very stylish indeed?Aesthetics apart, it’s also true that good brands will have the best quality – at a premium price. You can be sure that the wallet will last for a long time and will withstand a good deal of stress. If you’re a person who thinks of the long term, there can be little doubt that a branded wallet is something to look out for.
Type of leather
True full grain leather is the highest quality of leather and only grows better with time. It gets softer compared to other leather types that get harder. However, it’s also more expensive and so you can go for a compromise between the two if your budget doesn’t allow it. Depending on your personal preference there are many types of leather made from the hide of various animals. Crocodile or Alligator leather for example is a very distinctive type. You can pull it off only if it suits your personality.
Color
The leather color is the most personal aspect of the wallet. You can’t go wrong with traditional colors such as brown and black, but many people are experimenting with more daring colors to suit their wardrobe and lifestyle.
Bifold or Trifold
Depending on your needs, you can get a wallet that folds into half or three parts. Most wallets for the trouser pockets will be bi fold. But if you need a little extra space to keep your checkbook, you can get wallets that will fold into three which can be kept in your breastpocket.
Overall, there are many choices for fine leather wallets. Ensure that you take a good look at what’s available before making your choice – it might stay with you for life.