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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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Tom Beckbe Review: How Strong Are These American Roots?

A good coat is the difference between an exciting hunt and a damp trudge. Our Tom Beckbe review will help you decide if you’re getting the best of the best.

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5 Best Quartz Watches Under $500: Accurate and Effortless

Tired of resetting your watch every day? If you want a reliable timepiece, quartz is the way to go. These are our top five picks under $500, this year.

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Gentleman’s Box Premium Review (2024): Is It Worth It?

Thinking about picking up the Gentleman’s Box Premium edition? Don’t even think about it before you read this review. We’ll show you what you’re really getting.

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6 Best Hoodies for Men: Picked by a Style Expert

The best sweatshirts feel like old friends. But it’s always a good time to expand the friend group. These are the five best hoodies for men right now.

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What to Wear in 60 Degree Weather: 11 Timeless Fall Outfits for Men

Not sure what to wear in 60 degree weather? This guide lays out the basics for guys to look their best when the weather can’t make up its mind.

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5 Best Face Washes for Men: Our Top Picks for Every Skin Type

That mug of yours is too significant to buy second-rate stuff. It requires the best face wash for men: these are the cream of the crop.

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Black Wolf Nation Review: Is There Charcoal in My Face Wash?

Ready to take your skin care to the next level? Our Black Wolf Nation review covers everything you need to know before you join the wolf pack.

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19 Best Grooming Products for Men Who Take Care of Business

Looking to look sharp and snag a deal at the same time? We’ve rounded up the best men’s grooming products we’ve found this year to make it easy on you.

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20 Best Gifts for Gadget Loving Guys

Shopping for a tinkerer? These 17 gifts will speak to the heart of any gadget lover—from VR to high-tech cookware, we’re sure you’ll find something good here.

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Frank And Oak Review: Sustainable, but Are They Worth It?

We thought we couldn’t afford a personal stylist either. In this Frank And Oak review, we dive into whether Style Plan is helpful or just bad advice.

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5 Best Compression Shorts for Men: Give Your Legs a Boost

Running, basketball, weightlifting…we’re not saying you need a boost, but if you want one, compression shorts are a good bet. These are our favorites.

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All Citizens Review: The Hunt For Better Underwear

Searching for the perfect pair of boxer briefs? Our All Citizens reviews dives deep and gives you everything you need to know before hitting the “buy” button.

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J.Crew Ludlow Suit Review: The Everyman Suit

Off-the-rack suit buying can be tricky. The J.Crew Ludlow Suit is a popular option, but is it worth it? Our review takes this renowned suit to task.

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5 Best Bauhaus Watches: Clean, Minimalist Timepieces

Want a minimalist watch without looking like you’re trying too hard? The Germans already figured it out. These are the five best Bauhaus watches out there.

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Filippo Loreti Venice Review: Starstruck, or Struck Dumb?

When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, it’s amore. But what’s it called when the moon is on your watch? This Filippo Loreti review tells the story.

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5 Most Unique Men’s Watches: Timepieces Unlike Any Other

Looking for something outside the box? Well, these all technically come in a box. But these unique men’s watches will make anyone do a double-take.

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How to Shave Your Balls Safely and Without “The Itch”

Your dad didn’t teach you this: here’s how to shave your balls without battering your precious scroat. Get ready to polish your nuggets like they’re on auction.

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REC Watches Creates a Land Rover Reborn as a Swiss Timepiece

What happens when you take one of the world’s most iconic cars and turn it into a Swiss-made automatic watch? Come on in and find out.