6. Winston Chair (Pier 1 Imports, $399)

Which Man: For the man that doesn’t want to spend a lot, but does want to get a lot. I actually have an older Pier 1 leather chair that I purchased at a tremendous discount. It still ran nearly a grand, but it’s served me for five years, and I plan on being buried with (in) it. The Winston Armchair may not be of heirloom quality, but it’s stylish, surprisingly modern in design, and priced smartly enough for any man’s crib. It’s also made of bonded leather in an espresso dye - a good combination. More impressive when purchased in multiples of 2.

7. Manhattan Leather Armchair (Pottery Barn, $1399-$1995)

Which Man: The man who cares not where the chair comes from, but cares greatly that it be a chair amongst chairs. We’ve written about the Manhattan Armchair from Pottery Barn before here on Gear Patrol. The chair is worth a repeat spotlight. Yes, it’s from Pottery Barn, but before you relegate it to obsessive compulsive housewife territory, know that this chair is near peerless in its function. It’s a chair you’d be unashamed to have the Commander in Chief sit in, if he were visiting or simply to offer a friend you’ve invited over for a drink.

The Manhattan Armchair is designed after the furniture from 1930’s Manhattan nightclubs and translates to classic design. The full-grain leather is of the highest quality and available in a whiskey, espresso, or caramel dye for those that like their chair naturally aged. More adventurous men can choose Berry Red, Orange, Parsley, or Hazelnut, but Gear Patrol (I) does not endorse these pigments (or men that chose them).

8. Kensington Bi-Cast Leather Recliner (Target, $310)

Which Man: The value-conscious man. This very well-priced recliner is sleek, luxurious ,and widely available at Target. It’s constructed of faux-leather, but that’s what you’re going to get at this price point. The polyfoam padding is comfortable and, at this price, you can afford to pick up one for yourself and your guest(s). The Kensington will recline to three positions: talk to me, I’m relaxed, and leave me alone.

9. Drake Barrelback Chair (Restoration Hardware, $1495)

Which Man: For the man that flies first class for no other reason that he wants privacy… and free cocktails. The Drake Barrelback chair is modeled after traditional English fireside chairs and the curved back and deep wings will make for a degree of privacy found in few other chairs. The button-tufted seat cushion comes worn-in, and its rich leather hides modern kiln-dried hardwood construction. Pairs perfectly with a roaring hearth, chocolate Labrador retriever, and deep thought.

10. Ash Veneer Lounge Chair (Chairs 1000 ($595)

Which Man: For the man that listens to Coldplay. Sorry, had to say so. This chair, seemingly straight out of an ABC television show, is a fine example of how a lounge chair can take on modern design without sacrificing comfort. For under $600, this lounge chair features top grain leather, solid birch wood arms in ash veneer, and a modern design that works equally well in your den, living room, or home office.

There you have it. 10 recommendations for your next throne. Some of them pricey, some of them well-priced, some of them downright cheap. One might ask, “Why is there an absence of La-Z-Boys or beanbag chairs in this lineup?” To those men I have a simple retort… “Seriously?”

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