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Barbour Wax Jacket
Barbour waxed jackets sit at the heart of their collection and have been a staple of British country style for generations.
Not only are they an essential part of the classic country life wardrobe but they also look stylish in the city with little effort.
Thriving in quality and style wax jackets by Barbour, come in a variety of styles, colours and fabrics.
Whether you are looking for a full-length waxed jacket, a quilted style which is perfect for winter or a lighter option to keep you dry during a Great British shower there will be a Barbour wax jacket for you.
Barbour Classic Beaufort® Wax Jacket
The Classic Beaufort is a stylish, practical men’s waxed jacket with timeless country looks.
Quintessentially Barbour, this versatile jacket is tough enough to brave the great outdoors yet equally suited to city wear – it offers a relaxed fit perfect for throwing over a suit when commuting to work. Ideal for year-round use, it boasts a 100% cotton lining in Barbour’s iconic tartan print, with an interactive zip designed for pairing with an optional quilted liner when extra insulation is needed.
The Classic Beaufort’s smart corduroy collar feels luxuriously soft and is studded to take an optional hood, while the two-way zip, studded storm fly front and Velcro-fastening wind cuffs seal out draughts. Two lower bellow pockets offer plenty of room for essentials, and moleskin-lined handwarmer pockets provide welcome warmth on cold days. A useful rear game pocket completes the impressive line-up of functional features.
shop beaufortfrequently asked questions
Barbour waxed jackets are made to last.
Wax jackets, by Barbour, are renowned for their durability and weather resistance properties. The renewable and sustainable nature of waxed cotton means it is one of the toughest and most durable fabrics available.
If looked after, Barbour waxed jackets will last you for many years.
Barbour is proud to offer a repair and re-wax service to make sure your jacket continues to go on adventures with you. Find out more information on the service here.
The main purpose of a wax jacket is to keep you warm and dry.
Wax jackets have been part of Barbour heritage since 1894 as sailors, fishermen, river, dock and shipyard workers needed clothing that would keep them dry.
After the war, the uses of waxed cotton multiplied. It was quickly taken up by country sports enthusiasts, gamekeepers, farmers and motorcyclists.
Since 1930 Barbour has made changes and improvements in production. Barbour jackets are now a lot lighter, much more supple and the distinctive smelling cupro-ammonia has been removed.
Barbour is now famous for the creation of unique wax cotton. Although each style of wax jacket can be quite different in look, touch and performance.
Barbour recommends that you hang your Barbour Waxed Cotton Jacket in a cool dry place.
To clean the inside of a Barbour wax jacket you need to use clean cold water, a clean sponge and a bit of old-fashioned elbow grease.
Once cleaned you could use an odour neutralising spray on the inside lining of your wax jacket.
Never use hot water, any kind of soap and do not put the wax jacket in the washing machine as this will remove the wax coating. Once the wax coating has been removed you will not be able to have the jacket re-waxed.
Barbour recommends re-waxing your Barbour waxed jacket at least once a year if the coat has regular use. If not used as regular you can get your wax jacket re-waxed less frequently.
Barbour has celebrated 100 years of sustainability & re-waxing.
If you choose to use Barbour’s re-waxing service they will reapply a wax coating all over the jacket to ensure it remains weather-resistant and resilient.
