re: Are Barbour jackets overrated & overpriced?

No idea what that even is but the fact that i see its attached to a specific style of person makes me want it basically not at all

Yes and Yes. I will never spend $600+ on a jacket. That's so dumb if you live within 200 miles of the gulf. That screams I care so much about how others perceive me and need to wear brands that impress others because there's no practical need when plenty other jackets are fine for here. If you're buying for a trip to Coloardo, then congrats on getting $150 per day of use.

No I'm not poor, I make over $200k at 30 years old which might be more than every other 30 and under here. Despite that, I will never buy something like this. The absolute most you'll see me ever spend on a jacket is $150. I'll take a Columbia, North Face, or Patagonia if it's under that price, and no I'm not above going to a consignment shop in a good part of town and buying the brands I listed for $20. I'd do it in a heartbeat if were in my size and good shape.

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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

Bean is still a good company with good people, but almost everything they sell is unfortunetly made in Asia. They just put their label on it.

Members only jackets are the way to go.
Just like the flip phone, removable car radio head, parachute pants, and muscle shirts.

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Ooook. I was just curious as they pop up on ads on my FB feed.


I've found a price is never too high if the quality backs it up.

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I would like to point out quality of most clothes have dropped. Most old clothes made in 50-70 last a lot longer than items made today. Even by same company.

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It's weird how long some older clothes have lasted compared to newer clothes. Jeans are where I see your point the most.

i've never heard of this jacket until this thread, so i had to google. they look pretty nice. i dont think i understand the concept of a "waxed jacket", but whatever. they look cool.

that said, i bought a Carhartt from the College Station Academy in 2002 that is finally broken in, so i'm probably just going to stick with it.