Let’s face it, your jacket rotation is probably in a state of crisis. You have that one blazer that’s seen more weddings than a professional caterer, and a denim jacket that’s great but frankly, a bit overplayed. Fear not, because the Flint and Tinder Classic Chore Coat is here to rescue your wardrobe from a fate of sartorial mediocrity. For a cool $178, you can own a jacket with a backstory so good, you’ll actually want to talk about it at parties.

This isn’t some fly-by-night fashion trend; we’re talking about a silhouette first worn by French rail workers in the 1800s. Yes, this coat has been hauling freight and looking ridiculously cool for centuries. Flint and Tinder dug deep into their designer’s vintage collection, so you don’t have to. The result? A timeless piece of gear that’s been modernised with a hint of stretch and a super-soft peached cotton twill.

It’s got all the utilitarian bits you’d expect, like roomy patch pockets (two with both top and side entry, because options), a single chest pocket for your emergency flask, and even a hanging locker loop. The Corozo buttons add a touch of class, making this coat polished enough to sneak into a dinner party but laidback enough for a weekend pub crawl. Stop faffing about with fussy jackets and get yourself a coat that’s built to last and designed to do exactly what it says on the tin. This is your new starter.