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xX_WarHeart_Xx t1_j26pbx6 wrote

I have a Barbour Beaufort I bought 15 years ago after I met an Englishman I with one from 1983. That was in 2005. I’m still wearing it. It needs to be re-waxed, but is otherwise in great condition despite regular wear. You can buy a hood that snaps on, which has a stiff wire in the brim to keep the hood out of your eyes. I also bought a zip-in liner that doubles as a vest.

It’s made of waxed cotton and is waterproof. The water just beads up and rolls off. The waxed cotton is durable and thorn-proof. You can periodically re-wax it or send it in for waxing and/or repairs.

All of the zippers are high quality brass and feature large ring pulls that are easy to manage even with gloves.

It’s in the price range you’re looking at. They’re a pretty timeless style and should last a lifetime unless you abuse it.

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