Which Barbour?
Discussion
I'm thinking of getting a Barbour jacket but I'm racked with indecision.
I'd originally decided on the classic 'Border' Jacket:
But after browsing a bit have found my eye caught by the Wax 'Flyer' jacket:
The jacket will be mainly for traipsing around a wet Glasgow and wearing in the country so I guess my questions are:
1) Would the more modern Flyer be acceptable for country pursuits? I appreciate the Border is a little more fit for purpose but would it be crass to turn up in something like the Flyer?
2) Anyone got any experience of the Flyer? I know the Border is a classic but not known anyone with a flyer...
I'd originally decided on the classic 'Border' Jacket:
But after browsing a bit have found my eye caught by the Wax 'Flyer' jacket:
The jacket will be mainly for traipsing around a wet Glasgow and wearing in the country so I guess my questions are:
1) Would the more modern Flyer be acceptable for country pursuits? I appreciate the Border is a little more fit for purpose but would it be crass to turn up in something like the Flyer?
2) Anyone got any experience of the Flyer? I know the Border is a classic but not known anyone with a flyer...
Wearing the 'Flyer' out in the wet will simply give you doubly soaked trousers around the seat/knob area. Not only will the rain soak your trousers, but the water running off the jacket will soak into that area too.
Barbour's attempt at being trendy; better they (and their customers) stick to the classic looks
Barbour's attempt at being trendy; better they (and their customers) stick to the classic looks
V8mate said:
Wearing the 'Flyer' out in the wet will simply give you doubly soaked trousers around the seat/knob area. Not only will the rain soak your trousers, but the water running off the jacket will soak into that area too.
Barbour's attempt at being trendy; better they (and their customers) stick to the classic looks
+1Barbour's attempt at being trendy; better they (and their customers) stick to the classic looks
Barbour wax jackets are old (and uncomfortable) technology. Get something like a Musto thats breatheable. What kind of country pursuits are you talking about? I shoot regularly and most people dont give a stuff about what your wearing as long as you dont turn up in jeans and trainers or anything else unsuitable, a decent pair of wellies a good dark coloured fleece, or if its raining or very cold a coat like the Musto's in Goretex or ventile, will do you nicely.
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bradders said:
I've just picked up a Linhope 3in1. Cracking number, but I will mainly use it for shooting.
Mark
Had a moleskin jacket which was lovely but had to send it back for repair, Barbour sent me a letter saying it was unrepairable due to a manufacturer's fault and to choose something else from the catalogue (great customer service if nothing else) so chose the Berwick Endurance as I found the sleeves on the Lindhope a little short.Mark
OP might like to consider Beretta or Musto as well.
Hmm, sort of echoing my own thoughts here - a wet seat/nob is a bad thing...
VetteG, in terms of country pursuits, nothing specifically. The odd clay pigeon shoot, the odd walk, trip up North to see the folks, that sort of thing. I actually have a really good Jack Wolfskin ski jacket which is ideal but I'm a picky sod about clothes and don't like wearing it with jeans etc. Also, terrified of tearing it as I use it seriously in the mountains.
In terms of old, uncomfortable tech, you're absolutely right but I have a soft spot for them (grandad had one, parents have one etc.) and I like the smell. Plus, they go with everything!
I had a loot at Driza Bones Minerva but I think they are a bit 'full on' for me - very Lee Van Cleef but I suspect a tad OTT for Glasgow!
VetteG, in terms of country pursuits, nothing specifically. The odd clay pigeon shoot, the odd walk, trip up North to see the folks, that sort of thing. I actually have a really good Jack Wolfskin ski jacket which is ideal but I'm a picky sod about clothes and don't like wearing it with jeans etc. Also, terrified of tearing it as I use it seriously in the mountains.
In terms of old, uncomfortable tech, you're absolutely right but I have a soft spot for them (grandad had one, parents have one etc.) and I like the smell. Plus, they go with everything!
I had a loot at Driza Bones Minerva but I think they are a bit 'full on' for me - very Lee Van Cleef but I suspect a tad OTT for Glasgow!
Gylen said:
Hmm, sort of echoing my own thoughts here - a wet seat/nob is a bad thing...
VetteG, in terms of country pursuits, nothing specifically. The odd clay pigeon shoot, the odd walk, trip up North to see the folks, that sort of thing. I actually have a really good Jack Wolfskin ski jacket which is ideal but I'm a picky sod about clothes and don't like wearing it with jeans etc. Also, terrified of tearing it as I use it seriously in the mountains.
In terms of old, uncomfortable tech, you're absolutely right but I have a soft spot for them (grandad had one, parents have one etc.) and I like the smell. Plus, they go with everything!
I had a loot at Driza Bones Minerva but I think they are a bit 'full on' for me - very Lee Van Cleef but I suspect a tad OTT for Glasgow!
A Barbour fetish eh!VetteG, in terms of country pursuits, nothing specifically. The odd clay pigeon shoot, the odd walk, trip up North to see the folks, that sort of thing. I actually have a really good Jack Wolfskin ski jacket which is ideal but I'm a picky sod about clothes and don't like wearing it with jeans etc. Also, terrified of tearing it as I use it seriously in the mountains.
In terms of old, uncomfortable tech, you're absolutely right but I have a soft spot for them (grandad had one, parents have one etc.) and I like the smell. Plus, they go with everything!
I had a loot at Driza Bones Minerva but I think they are a bit 'full on' for me - very Lee Van Cleef but I suspect a tad OTT for Glasgow!
G
wear what you like - don't worry about Barbour snobs
having said that I prefer the "Beaufort" as it's slightly shorter and more comfy when getting in and out of a vehicle
http://www.newzealandnz.co.nz/bestofdownunder/barb...
having said that I prefer the "Beaufort" as it's slightly shorter and more comfy when getting in and out of a vehicle
http://www.newzealandnz.co.nz/bestofdownunder/barb...
Gylen said:
I'm thinking of getting a Barbour jacket but I'm racked with indecision.
But after browsing a bit have found my eye caught by the Wax 'Flyer' jacket:
The jacket will be mainly for traipsing around a wet Glasgow and wearing in the country so I guess my questions are:
1) Would the more modern Flyer be acceptable for country pursuits? I appreciate the Border is a little more fit for purpose but would it be crass to turn up in something like the Flyer?
2) Anyone got any experience of the Flyer? I know the Border is a classic but not known anyone with a flyer...
I got myself one about a month ago But after browsing a bit have found my eye caught by the Wax 'Flyer' jacket:
The jacket will be mainly for traipsing around a wet Glasgow and wearing in the country so I guess my questions are:
1) Would the more modern Flyer be acceptable for country pursuits? I appreciate the Border is a little more fit for purpose but would it be crass to turn up in something like the Flyer?
2) Anyone got any experience of the Flyer? I know the Border is a classic but not known anyone with a flyer...
It looks good and is comfortable, I wouldn't be using it for serious use, it is a very short jacket so will be pretty crap at keepng you dry if in the country. It is purely for something to wear when out and about IMO.Sizing is a bit funny, I'm generally a large but even at XL this is a bit of a squeeze so I would definately go for a size up.
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