Brand and/or product recommendations for a utility/field jacket?
I'm looking to get a utility/field jacket for the upcoming colder weather. Budget isn't a huge factor, but I don't want to drop over $500 because that would seem excessive. I'd prefer a color/design that's versatile. I'm 5ft9, ~145lbs, and a bit on the slender side, if that helps. I'm not very familiar with clothes or brands, so I'd appreciate any advice. Thanks!
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Like a Barbour? If so, but from Cox the saddler. I’m prefer the Beaufort for the extra length but you may prefer the bedale.
Barbour Sapper
I was unfamiliar with barbour until now, but yes similar to their jackets. Why are barbour jackets so much cheaper on cox the saddler?
noted, ty ty
Dunno but they are an old Barbour retailer and definitely reliable
Btw what is your chest size
Barbour jackets can be finicky about cleaning (waxed cotton can’t really be washed), so if you are sure you’re going to be getting really messy, they may not be a great option
But I’ve had my sapper for 8 years (including two small kids) and it still looks great
If I had to guess, 36", give or take an inch
Cool
My size small will fit my size 36 chest plus a thick sweater
That adds 2 inches to my chest circumference
I just literally hose mine off any time it gets too dirty. As long as you don’t soak it with soap it shouldn’t hurt it.
Oooh I love field jackets.
Big fan of Spier & Mackay as well as Epaulet.
For winter, get one in wool. Classic would be brown, tan, navy, charcoal, less classic is ... pretty much all the others, but still great - olive, rust, ochre, lighter gray, speckled tweedy in various shades, etc