Offical Barbour Thread

[pugnax]

Hi all, I was hoping someone could help me identify this Barbour jacket I have. It was sent to a fashion journalist friend of mine as a sample about 6 years ago, and she gave it to me (we are in the UK, not sure if designs vary internationally). I've attached a couple of pics.

I thought it was maybe a Beaufort or a Classic Beaufort as it has the large rear 'game' pocket but there are some details that are slightly different:

1. Sizing is shown as a chest measurement instead of the general S/M/L style which seems to be on all other Barbour jackets?
2. Storm cuffs are pop-button fastened, not velcro.
3. Inside pocket is velcro fastened, not zip.
4. Does not have the Barbour name stitched onto front left pocket.

Any help would be much appreciated! I'm trying to sell it as it's always been too small for me, but I don't want to list it incorrectly.

 

[Purplelabel]

Hi all, I was hoping someone could help me identify this Barbour jacket I have. It was sent to a fashion journalist friend of mine as a sample about 6 years ago, and she gave it to me (we are in the UK, not sure if designs vary internationally). I've attached a couple of pics.

I thought it was maybe a Beaufort or a Classic Beaufort as it has the large rear 'game' pocket but there are some details that are slightly different:

1. Sizing is shown as a chest measurement instead of the general S/M/L style which seems to be on all other Barbour jackets?
2. Storm cuffs are pop-button fastened, not velcro.
3. Inside pocket is velcro fastened, not zip.
4. Does not have the Barbour name stitched onto front left pocket.

Any help would be much appreciated! I'm trying to sell it as it's always been too small for me, but I don't want to list it incorrectly.

Have you looked inside the inner pocket for any tags?

 

[pugnax]

Have you looked inside the inner pocket for any tags?

Yep, it just has a little wash care label and barcode but nothing that readily identifies it unfortunately.

 

[MrG]

Like probably everyone here, I have a full closet.

I also have a new Barbour that is more than willing to shed excess wax (if my hands after handling it are any indication). Since my closet is relatively full, I don't have a way to store the jacket in a way where it won't rub against other clothes.

Is there any harm in storing it in an unzipped garment bag like what you get with a new suit?

I figure if I leave the bag unzipped, it can breathe, but it'll still protect the stuff around it from getting inadvertently waxed.

Any reason this is bad idea?

 

[Mr.Anderson]

I have the same problem with shedding of excess wax. I use breathable garment bags that are leftovers from old suits. And yes, I keep them unzipped.

 

[Veremund]

Don’t keep your waxed barbour in a closet with all your other clothing or else everything is going to smell like Barbour wax. It needs to hang out on the coat rack.

Like probably everyone here, I have a full closet.

I also have a new Barbour that is more than willing to shed excess wax (if my hands after handling it are any indication). Since my closet is relatively full, I don't have a way to store the jacket in a way where it won't rub against other clothes.

Is there any harm in storing it in an unzipped garment bag like what you get with a new suit?

I figure if I leave the bag unzipped, it can breathe, but it'll still protect the stuff around it from getting inadvertently waxed.

Any reason this is bad idea?

 

[Plough Jockey]

Hi all, I was hoping someone could help me identify this Barbour jacket I have. It was sent to a fashion journalist friend of mine as a sample about 6 years ago, and she gave it to me (we are in the UK, not sure if designs vary internationally). I've attached a couple of pics.

I thought it was maybe a Beaufort or a Classic Beaufort as it has the large rear 'game' pocket but there are some details that are slightly different:

1. Sizing is shown as a chest measurement instead of the general S/M/L style which seems to be on all other Barbour jackets?
2. Storm cuffs are pop-button fastened, not velcro.
3. Inside pocket is velcro fastened, not zip.
4. Does not have the Barbour name stitched onto front left pocket.

Any help would be much appreciated! I'm trying to sell it as it's always been too small for me, but I don't want to list it incorrectly.

Has it got any pockets or flaps at the back?

 

[Purplelabel]

Barbours should be kept in the back of the car with mud.

 

[zippyh]

Barbours should be kept in the back of the car with mud.

The back of the Land Rover!

 

[pugnax]

Has it got any pockets or flaps at the back?

Yep, it has the large 'game' pocket at the bottom rear of the jacket like the Beaufort. No flaps though.

 

[Plough Jockey]

Probably a Beaufort so, if it’s heavy it’s a Moorland.

 

[ike_hiking_boots]

I presume this forum is primarily focussed on vintage Barbour. I have ordered a Beaufort 40th Anniversary in Olive – tried one on when I was at the Barbour Store in Covent Garden. I have a Lightweight Beaufort (1980s) that I inherited from my grandfather who was a farmer and race horse trainer. The Lightweight Beaufort is an unwaxed Cotton/PU shell with a poly/cotton lining (made in Bulgaria). Have always wanted a waxed one and the 40th is made in the UK. I'd be interested to hear other peoples opinions on the 40th model - I do have reservations about that inner patch, did they have to make it so huge?

 

[MrG]

I have the same problem with shedding of excess wax. I use breathable garment bags that are leftovers from old suits. And yes, I keep them unzipped.

Excellent. Thanks. I couldn't see how it could possibly be a problem, but it's always nice to have confirmation.

Don’t keep your waxed barbour in a closet with all your other clothing or else everything is going to smell like Barbour wax. It needs to hang out on the coat rack.

It's in the closet now (awkwardly segregated from the rest of my clothes), and I don't smell anything. Maybe because I have the Classic Beaufort? I seem to recall the Sylkoil is known for having less of an odor than the Thornproof, but I can't recall where I saw that to confirm it.

Barbours should be kept in the back of the car with mud.

The back of the Land Rover!

Ultimately, yes, but I'm not quite ready to commit to that just yet! I want to enjoy it while it's still pristine and pretty.

 

[MrG]

I presume this forum is primarily focussed on vintage Barbour. I have ordered a Beaufort 40th Anniversary in Olive – tried one on when I was at the Barbour Store in Covent Garden. I have a Lightweight Beaufort (1980s) that I inherited from my grandfather who was a farmer and race horse trainer. The Lightweight Beaufort is an unwaxed Cotton/PU shell with a poly/cotton lining (made in Bulgaria). Have always wanted a waxed one and the 40th is made in the UK. I'd be interested to hear other peoples opinions on the 40th model - I do have reservations about that inner patch, did they have to make it so huge?
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I looked closely at the 40th Anniversary when I bought my Beaufort, and I decided it wasn't for me. The patch (and special button) are fun, but they could also be seen as kind of goofy. I also felt like they dated the jacket, which is supposed to be timeless, in a weird way.

From a more practical perspective, what made me decide against it was the fact that the tartan lining doesn't go all the way to the bottom hem like it does on the regular/Classic Beaufort. Also, the sleeves are nylon lined, rather than cotton tartan like the regular/Classic Beauforts. It's a downgraded coat in these ways, yet they're charging $70 more for the privilege of owning the 40th anniversary edition.

 

[Purplelabel]

I presume this forum is primarily focussed on vintage Barbour. I have ordered a Beaufort 40th Anniversary in Olive – tried one on when I was at the Barbour Store in Covent Garden. I have a Lightweight Beaufort (1980s) that I inherited from my grandfather who was a farmer and race horse trainer. The Lightweight Beaufort is an unwaxed Cotton/PU shell with a poly/cotton lining (made in Bulgaria). Have always wanted a waxed one and the 40th is made in the UK. I'd be interested to hear other peoples opinions on the 40th model - I do have reservations about that inner patch, did they have to make it so huge?
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It’s strange seeing no warrants.

Also the 40th with those dogshit brass buttons is wrong.