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William Barton Senior Contributor
William has been covering men's style, grooming, and fitness topics for The Adult Man since 2018 as both a writer and photographer. Based in North Carolina, he's also the face of premier men's boots website BootSpy.com and the popular BootSpy YouTube channel. If William could only wear one outfit for the rest of his life, it'd be slim blue jeans, a green fitted oxford shirt, Chelsea boots, and a nice watch.
Location:

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Expertise:

Style, Grooming, Fitness, Boots, Workwear

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts – BA, English Language and Literature, General

Alumni Of:

San Franscisco State University

As Featured In:
All of William's 278 Articles for The Adult Man
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6 Best Boxer Briefs for Men: The Superior Men’s Underwear

Boxer briefs don’t squeeze your jewels like briefs and they avoid the anarchy of standard boxers. They’re great. But which brand does them best?

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ButcherBox Review: I Signed Up for a Meat-Feast

Can ButcherBox make good on their promise to deliver high-quality meat right to your door or is it all just a bunch of rot? Our review tells it like it is.

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T-Bô Bodywear Review: I Tried Their Most Popular Briefs

200,000 guys got together and designed T-Bô’s entire lineup of men’s basics. Could that many people really design comfortable and stylish underwear?

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The 5 Best Key Finders: Never Lose Your Keys Again

That’s it, you’ve lost your keys for the last time. You know why? Because we’ve set up a list of the five best key finders of the year.

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5 Best Gifts for Her That Will Leave Your Girl Speechless

Gentlemen, want to show her how much you care? Whether you’ve known her your whole life or just met yesterday, these five gifts for her are sure to amaze.

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Hands-On: Wolfpoint Watches Fort Dearborn Review

Are you wondering if Wolfpoint is the next big thing? Or are they just crying wolf? We took a look at their Fort Dearborn, and we’ve got your answer.

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Hands-On: Tile Mate and Tile Slim Review

Have you lost your keys one too many times? Wondering where you tossed your wallet? Just looking for a little peace of mind? Tile might be your ticket.

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What to Wear with Dark Blue Jeans: 5 Killer Outfits

Gentlemen, are you stuck thinking of the best ways to wear those new dark blue jeans? Come in and check out five or our favorite styles right now.

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Strideline Socks Review: I Tried Their Most Popular Styles

Attention ballers, comfort enthusiasts, and those who hate having sweaty feet: all you’re missing is the perfect sock. Can Strideline fill the void?

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Pair of Thieves Review: I Tried Their Most Popular Styles

Gents, there’s a whole world of underwear choices out there. But are Pair of Thieves’ unconventional designs enough to set them apart? Come find out.

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6 Incredible Minimalist Travel Items You Need For Your Next Trip

Packing light and only want to bring the essentials? Don’t forget these six items that will keep your things secure and keep you looking stylish.

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Musclebox Review: I Signed Up for a Subscription

Gents, are you looking to take your weight training to the next level? Musclebox will set you up with the details so you can focus on the gains.

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How to Propose: 5 Things You Should Know Before Popping the Question

Gents, you’ve made one of the biggest decisions of your life. Congratulations. Now take these five tips to heart and don’t screw it up.

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Driftaway Coffee Review: I Signed Up for a Subscription

Driftaway promises to deliver monthly installments of freshly roasted coffee. But are you ready to let your daily perk take you on a trip around the world? Come in and find out.

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5 Best Chronograph Watches Under $500 That Will Turn Heads

Whether you’re looking for a beater tool watch or an upscale Swiss masterpiece, these five best chronograph watches under $500 are bound to turn heads.

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5 Unforgettable Winter Essentials for Men in 2024

Do you have everything you need to stay warm and look great this season? Run through our checklist and make sure before the next chill comes.

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Hands-On: Bjorn Hendal Varberg Chronograph and Flytande 24

Want a vintage chronograph but don’t want to dig through the grandparent’s attic? Bjorn Hendal has the look, but does it have a quality build?

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33 Best Jeans for Men and How to Find the Right Pair for You

Gentlemen, jeans are the workhorse of your entire wardrobe. Check out our top denim picks by body type so you can the perfect fitting pair for you.