re: Are Barbour jackets overrated & overpriced?

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absolutely not, regarding the heavy waxed canvas cloth clothing. neither is Filson. I play in the woods and work in them. I've got one of each that no other brands could come close to in terms of durability and warmth/wind cutting ability, and classic style for work or dress. a well-worn waxed canvas Barbour or Filson jacket is a beautiful, practical, rugged and attractive jacket. they're old friends, and their smell hits you like the feeling of a cold north wind. you're not just paying for the material, the hardware is superior. yeah, the jacket is $400, but it will go to your children with a little maintenance and upkeep. mine are family heirlooms. try that in a sitka small town. BETA Page

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I blow a shite ton of money on stupid shite that has to do with the outdoors.

I’ve never heard of this jacket brand until this thread and I have a few thousand dollars worth of jackets in my closet.

I play in the woods all the time and when I’m cutting I don’t even wear a shirt