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16 Great Deals on Watches, Backpacks, Jackets and Other Must Have Accessories
Regardless of who you are shopping for this holiday season, whether it be yourself (you deserve it!), a family member, friend or significant other, you can’t go wrong with gifting a clothing accessory. Why? Because we tend to put items like backpacks, watches and jackets on the back-burner in favor of just using the products we’ve had since we were freshmen in college. In other words, there’s someone in your life who could use a much-needed upgrade.
From an innovative backpack that raised over $6 million dollars (!) on Kickstarter and a cozy, blanket-lined coat to a quality timepiece that will set you back less than $100 and a duffle/backpack hybrid that can take you to work, a weekend trip and anywhere and everywhere in between, we’ve rounded up a list of 16 unbelievable deals on watches, backpacks, jackets and more. These prices could go up at any minute, so the time to start shopping is, well, now!
BAD Bags Backpack Duffel Hybrid
BAD stands for Best American Duffel, and the brand’s quality products truly live up to the name. Crafted with extremely durable, water-resistant nylon, double stitching, no-rust hardware and incredibly useful interior pockets, the backpack/duffle hybrid will take you to work, a weekend trip or anywhere in between.
Outerknown Paz Cord Trucker
Two words: sherpa lining. If that in itself doesn’t sell you, the jacket’s eco-conscious materials will. The outer shell is made from natural fibers and organic cotton. Our favorite part, the lining, is from raw material waste. You get all of this for less than $200.
Lum-Tec Huckberry x Lum-Tec Combat B-42
This Lum-Tec timepiece features a domed sapphire crystal, stainless steel case and unique nylon strap. Plus, with Super-Luminova material, you’ll be able to see the time no matter how light or dark it is outside.
Topo Designs Klettersack
If you spend most of your time in the great outdoors, this is the backpack for you. It’s handmade with lightweight straps, an inner laptop sleeve and side pockets perfect for whatever you want to easily be able to grab on the go. And just look at the color, you definitely will be able to spot this guy from afar.
Proof Nova Series Insulated Jacket
You don’t always need a huge, overwhelming jacket to keep you warm as the temperatures drop. Designed with four-way stretch, water-repellent fabric, this product from Nova is insulated and built to keep out any cold air. You can even layer on a bigger coat on top when the snow really starts to fall.
Momentum Watches Flatline 42
Not only is this watch handmade in Canada, it’s also been tested during a whole assortment of activities like diving, hiking, skiing and more. It’s time to take this super sleek timepiece on your next adventure.
Peak Design Everyday Backpack
There is no question as to why this backpack raised over $6 million dollars on Kickstarter. It has dividers and internal pockets, a protected area for your laptop, magnetic closures, expandable side pockets, a key tether, and padded straps for maximum comfort. The product is also designed with weatherproof materials and is carry-on approved. Does this not make you think, “I need this”?
Faherty Brand Blanket-Lined CPO
Did someone say “blanket-lined”? Crafted from soft cotton fabrics, this accessory can be worn as either a jacket or a shirt. Two clothing items for the price of one!
Bellroy Shift Backpack
Bellroy’s Shift is pretty slim, but that doesn’t mean it won’t fit just about everything (no really, everything) you’d need on an everyday basis.
Momentum Watches Torpedo Blast 44
Quality watches for less than $100 are rare, so you don’t want to think twice when it comes to this piece. The stainless steal case, sapphire glass crystal and nylon strap have all been proven to work through adventures like cycling, wakeboarding, skiing and more.
Bellroy Campus Backpack
If you’re one to just throw everything you own into your backpack at the beginning of your day, you’re probably in need of a Bellroy upgrade. Keep all your valuables organized with the product’s laptop sleeve and external and internal pockets. It also has comfortable straps and back padding and is made with environmentally-certified leather and sustainably-produced woven fabrics.
Battenwear Utility Jacket
This jacket might be a little more expensive than the others on this list, but it’s definitely worth the extra cash. The exterior is made with wind and water-resistant duck canvas. There’s interior buttons and a corduroy collar for extra warmth and comfort, and plenty of pockets to store just about anything you will need that day.
Alsta Nautoscaph II
Know someone who really, really loves the movie Jaws? This is the watch Richard Dreyfuss wore in the 1975 thriller. Yes, it will cost you a pretty penny, but it is cheaper than popular models from brands like Omega and Montblanc.
Matador Freefly Packable Backpack
Matador’s lightweight Freefly isn’t just water-resistant, it’s also water-proof. But that’s not even the best part. The backpack is packable, so you can roll it up and fit it into a small carrying case to put in your pocket or any travel luggage.
Howler Brothers Rounder Vest
Sometimes you don’t feel like carrying around a puffy jacket, and for those days there are good ole vests. This one from Howler Brothers is water- and tear-resistant and comes complete with Primaloft One insulation for the perfect amount of warmth.
Flint and Tinder Ridge Shell
Flint and Tinder has upgrade the classic mountain parka and brought it into the modern world. But the new version is made in the USA with Japanese water-resistant nylon fabric, hand warming pockets, adjustable hoods and cuffs and so much more.
