tweedydon
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The Australian Duster coat is an iconic piece of clothing, designed in the C19th to weather the rigors of the Outback. And this is a wonderful example, that's simply packed with features--all of which are there for a purpose!
Made from mid-weight waxed cotton oilskin, this coat is a classic dark milk chocolate brown. It features two deep patch pockets on the front that are secured by snaps. The front of the coat is also secured by snaps--far easier to use than buttons if your hands are cold or full of the reins of your horse while you're roping poddies, and less likely to pull or tear while subject to the rigors of wear. Moreover, as well as being secured by snaps the front is covered by a wide placket, also secured by snaps, making the front wind and waterproof.
The cuffs features straps that can also be used to tighten the cuff and keep out rain and wind; the sleeves have a second layer of waxed cotton on the stress points for extra strength. There is, of course, a deep vent at the back--this is pleated for ease of use while riding horses, and can also be fastened close by snaps. This also features interior straps to secure the coat to your calves should you wish to--this is actually useful on windy days. It has a fully functional throat latch, as you'd expect.
Traditionally, duster coats come complete with a cape and a hood--and this is no exception. However, unlike inferior dusters the cape and hood on this one can be removed should you wish not to use them, and then readily re-fastened.... By (you guessed it) snaps.
This coat was, of course, Made in Australia. It does features some minor age foxing on the front, as shown, but this is a cosmetic issue only, and while it could be described as patina it should also be noted that the first couple of re-waxings will take care of this--I've had this issue with older Barbours and it's not a big deal at all.
Asking just $75, or offer, boxed and shipped in the USA--the low price simply reflects the foxing which could easily be remedied!
Tagged X-Large, this measures:
Chest: 25 1/2
Sleeve: c. 35 (measured like a shirt)
Shoulder: NA
Length: 52 (Recall, dusters are almost floor-length coats!)
Made from mid-weight waxed cotton oilskin, this coat is a classic dark milk chocolate brown. It features two deep patch pockets on the front that are secured by snaps. The front of the coat is also secured by snaps--far easier to use than buttons if your hands are cold or full of the reins of your horse while you're roping poddies, and less likely to pull or tear while subject to the rigors of wear. Moreover, as well as being secured by snaps the front is covered by a wide placket, also secured by snaps, making the front wind and waterproof.
The cuffs features straps that can also be used to tighten the cuff and keep out rain and wind; the sleeves have a second layer of waxed cotton on the stress points for extra strength. There is, of course, a deep vent at the back--this is pleated for ease of use while riding horses, and can also be fastened close by snaps. This also features interior straps to secure the coat to your calves should you wish to--this is actually useful on windy days. It has a fully functional throat latch, as you'd expect.
Traditionally, duster coats come complete with a cape and a hood--and this is no exception. However, unlike inferior dusters the cape and hood on this one can be removed should you wish not to use them, and then readily re-fastened.... By (you guessed it) snaps.
This coat was, of course, Made in Australia. It does features some minor age foxing on the front, as shown, but this is a cosmetic issue only, and while it could be described as patina it should also be noted that the first couple of re-waxings will take care of this--I've had this issue with older Barbours and it's not a big deal at all.
Asking just $75, or offer, boxed and shipped in the USA--the low price simply reflects the foxing which could easily be remedied!
Tagged X-Large, this measures:
Chest: 25 1/2
Sleeve: c. 35 (measured like a shirt)
Shoulder: NA
Length: 52 (Recall, dusters are almost floor-length coats!)
