The Best Barbour Waxed Jackets : Beaufort vs Bedale vs Ashby
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We talk a lot about waxed jackets on this channel but we usually talk about American ones from brands like Huckberry and Filson and Rogue Territory, but what about our friends across the pond? Tim Steiner has a dozen jackets from the British institution of Barbour, and he's here to break down his two favorites, the Beaufort and the Bedale.
00:00 Why Tim's reviewing Barbour
00:52 Why do Barbour jackets matter?
01:53 Barbour Bedale vs Beaufort
02:29 The Barbour Ashby
02:42 The features of the Bedale and Beaufort
03:08 Which is more waterproof?
03:29 Why the sleeves matter
03:54 Sylkoil vs Thornproof
05:20 Bedale vs Beaufort lining
05:38 Bedale vs Beaufort Price
05:59 Bedale vs Beaufort:
The worst and best thing about the Beaufort is that you can end up wearing only that one coat. It's dressy yet casual, weather resistant yet lightweight enough to be a three season jacket. The pockets are huge and you have an integrated backpack in the form of the game pocket. I hate that I have that jacket because all my other jackets get almost no use. It's also a conversation starter, with people approaching you and telling you "cool Barbour bro, I have one just like that". The sleeves are on the short side though If you want one, get one, you won't be dissapointed.
This is a great comment! I feel like I'd lean in the Bedale direction myself but your take is compelling
Do folk also invite you to go badger baiting and fox hunting?
@@colmcgillveray1010 I got one in navy precisely to not look like a hunter
@@armink9686 Fair Play, it is such a huge cultural signifier in the UK, none of the connotations good IMO
Nonsense.@@colmcgillveray1010
Love my 4 Barbours - Beaufort for country walks, Lutz for the office, Beacon Sports for the weekend and Breathable Long Coat for customer meetings! Barbour are the only coats I have ever heard of people listing in their wills!
Traditionally the Beaufort is a hunting jacket and the Bedale is an equestrian jacket. The nylon inside the Beaufort sleeves is to stop the rain running down to your elbows when you raise your arms to shoot. I have had the Northumbria jacket for over 30 years and it hasn’t let me down once.
I cut the Velcro out of my Northumbria's sleeves. Apart from that, it's a superb utilitarian coat. Love it.
I have an older Beaufort (bought at Harrods in 1995 for £110). It doesn’t have a rear game pocket, but instead, a large poacher’s pocket on the inside. I wear it very often and have only ever had to reproof the shoulder area once. “Quality English clothing for the worst English weather “.
One of the few things I miss after having moved from Chicago to SW Florida a year ago is being able to wear my Beaufort, which I had picked up from Orvis maybe 10 years ago, and had just rewaxed it. While we do occasionally get lows in the 40’s down here, the winter is also the dry season, so a wet cold day is a rarity.
Love Tim's reviews on this channel!
Thank you!
My Bedale is 25 yrs old now. I rewaxed it a month ago and its came up like new.. when i wore it out a friend, who is a Barbour owner, was convinced I'd bought a new jacket 😂
The Barbour Border has been my coat of choice forever basically, I live in Ireland and with the rain, attach a hood and its the perfect winter coat, if you have the liner. Wears as easily with a suit as it does jeans. My last one I think lasted a decade before getting a bit tatty for daily.
I’ve had mine for 25 years and it’s still looking good.
There is a nice phrase: It is better to show up to the invitations in a tattered Barbour jacket than in an ill-fitting, or cheap suit ;-)
The back pocket in the Beaufort is incredibly useful, I have two of them and I prefer that model over all the rest.
really glad you emphasized that it made a difference
Great review, Tim! Barbour jackets, I love them! Such a classic British look, beloved by everyone who spends time outside, from farmers to royalty. From the countryside to the financial district of London, you’ll spot Barbour jackets everywhere. A jacket for all, literally. My Beaufort is 20 years old and is my jacket of choice when I’m out with the dog. I would thoroughly recommend one to anyone.
Thank you!
@@HemingwayJones You're a legend 🙂👍
You are too kind. Thank you!@@RoyalEagle1960
I highly recommend both the insulated and non-insulated versions of the Barbour Ogston. It's a modern, slim, sleek, slightly shorter fit. This model doesn't make the radar of most review channels.
I own the Utility wax jacket in olive which I have had for 13 years, it’s been a great coat, wears well can wear with work clothes, jeans and a jumper or shorts. Mine also has it’s own customisations from where it has been patched, I like that as it shows the jacket’s been worn out and about and not just a fashion tool. Although Barbour will repair a full panel on a jacket if there is a large tear and they will match the cotton and you would not know there had been a repair. I also own the Beacon Sports jacket in blue, James Bond wears it in olive in Skyfall, but I already had an olive wax jacket so didn’t need another. I had to buy a size larger for that as it is a snug fit and also sent it back to Barbour to get the lining in the sleeves changed from nylon to cotton as it could be a little bit clammy on a warmer day. It’s a slightly more formal option as it can be worn like a sport jacket, but then you can button it up tight to provide good protection in bad weather, also a bit more protection on the shoulder if you do happen to go out clay pigeon shooting or suchlike. I don’t think they do this one in blue anymore and typically it is more expensive than the standard wax coats, but the Bond connection makes it quite tempting! It’s pockets are also better for a good pair of gloves and maybe a hip-flask if you are going to the rugby. Good jackets to own as they are functional, versatile and if looked after, will last a long time, but also can be repaired if damaged.
I suppose it won't mater as much in the states with twist off beer bottles but the bonus of wearing a Barbour Jacket here in the Uk is you are always carrying a bottle opener if you find yourself in a situation where a beer comes your way 🤣
I forgot about that! I wish you had been here to remind me. Excellent point!
@HemingwayJones My Beaufort has 3 bottle openers on it. One on the main zip and 2 on the rear poachers pocket.
I gave my bedale away for a beaufort. The cuffs were really annoying so i cut them off. The longer length looks way better. This time I went true to size as my jacket size.
I would generally say if you’re taller pick the Beaufort , both are quality jackets and these are future proof as Barbour have an excellent repair and replace service, literally any adjustments and replacements can be made at a very reasonable price.
I have worn these jackets since the 1970s , I would say that a really good aspect is the brass zip, they last and last. Many quiet good clothes have cheap rubbish plastic zips, and they break very soon, then making the garment useless. In this case you get old world British tough clothing, designed for field and stream. I caught my first Atlantic Salmon on The River Spey whilst wearing one.
Some corrections, the tartan in the Beaufort is not an old tartan and the one in the Bedale the new one. It’s two different ones depending on which color you have on your jacket. The Beaufort is in the color sage green and the Bedale is in olive green. They each have their own tartan.
To build on that, the original Barbour tartan comes in the 'classic' versions of the jackets. Dress gordon tartan comes in what was once called the 'active' range, so called because they come in the thornproof cotton, not sylkoil (it's harder to tear). They've now dropped the 'active' and you just have 'classic Beafort/Bedale' vs. plain old 'Beafort/Bedale'. You can get the olive in the 'classic' range, sage in the regular (once 'active') range.
The Bedale was designed with horse riding in mind that's why it's shorter than the Beaufort which was designed for hunting
What a cool guy! So eloquent. I loved this overview, I’m very happy with my choice of Ashby. Great typewriters in the back.
Thank you for your kind words! I appreciate it!
Cheers!
How would I patch a hole? I havent been able to find any good patching videos/sources
I love my Beaufort. Wonderful jacket.
which i should get on a formal suit?
Bedale for shorter guys imo , I have the olive and navy and love them.
Nice review. Captures the differences well. I have several Barbour jackets and have had them over 20 years. The one correction i would make is to suggest they are breathable is laughable. Anything more than a gentle dog walk and you will begin to boil. High output activity does need a technical fabric but that reflects the reality of what these jackets were designed for.
Is Belstaff motorcycle jackets next?
Excellent video
I just got the Border. It’s longer than the Beaufort and never seems to make the list of the essential models to consider. That said, the length will make it practical in the rain and I don’t find its so long as to look ridiculous zipped up.
I love the Border too! Excellent choice! I’m sure we could have, or one day will do, a video on that one as well. It has the true regal bearing of a Barbour. Well done.
Great review. More of this guy!
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I used to wear Barbour jacket when I was like 17-19 year-old. I live in Italy and at that time (1997-2002 or so) if you wanted to look very cool at the high school or university you had to wear Barbour jacket, so me and my brother asked for two of them to our parents (In got an olive one, if I remember correctly and my brother got a green one). Now I'm a 42 year-old lawyer and decided to get an Ashby jacket in olive green (and even bought a blue Riley waxed jacket at the Windsor shop). What I really love about these jackets besides the quality that is indisputable, is that you can literally wear them in every occasion, from going to the office with tie and suit, to the free time with jeans and shirt. I even took my Ashby to my trip to the Cornwall in the summer and found it super useful for the evening and in the rain. The only issue is when it's very cold and you need to wear something padded. Love this brand so far!
Thanks for the Ashby rec. Will look into this one.
You can get a padded button in lining (certainly for the Beaufort, as I have one).
Heeelp i want so bad the bedale but can’t sort the sizing: -height 178cm -weight 80 cm -chest 107cm I was looking To buy it 2 hand but seems like every barbour has its Own mesures. So far I was thinking of a c42 or c44 size (The only jacket I cloud try on was the Ashby in L and it was perfect)
I need the game pocket. The Barbour was always the English hunting jacket to me, The entire point is to have that classic English outdoor style in the city. If covering a suit is a concern I'll wear my Burbury's car coat.
The only brand I have any vague loyalty to is Barbour. I have the Beaufort (for 24 years), a hat, 4 gilets.. And I've recently discovered Barbour boots (2 pairs). Well made and so comfy!
I had 2 pairs of Barbour boots, the Redhead Chukka boots were poorly made and didn't last long. The Chelsea boots are a beautiful cognac colour but a bit flimsy Hope yours are better.
@@larryjenkinson4789 That's a bad experience. Ive had my barbour boots for over a year now, and theyre doing great. I wonder of Barbour has changed suppliers? The boots I use are: • Barbour benwell boots • Barbour Quantock boots
@@larryjenkinson4789 If you are going down the road of british boots, I'd go for your loake, grenson, cheaney rather than Barbour. I like their scarfs and jumpers too.
My Beaufort is 40 years old, so well worth the investment. It does have a fair bit of wear though, which can be repaired if I send it back to Barbour.🤔
Add to comparison bristol wax jacket , looks similar
Queen Elizabeth wore a Beaufort as it was the only jacket with a big enough pocket to carry her corgis and a spare crown on her travels . Its massive , so no need for a small rucksack Better inner zipped pocket. Better inner sleeves and you wont look like a Pear if you dont layer the jacket. The Beaufort imo is far better and more pratical.
I favour the Sussex tweed shooting jackets or field coat. Classic timeless look, warmer than a Barber and good when out beating.
you just reminded me to get some tweed on eBay
1:22 that was hilarious
What was Nick doing under that table!!!! 😂😂
There is also the Border jacket which is longer than the Beaufort and can be worn over a suit
The Border is huge with corresponding pockets. I have 42" Border and Bedale which are waaaay too big and a 38" Beaufort which is perfect
@@larryjenkinson4789 I suppose the question I'd have is how do you usually wear these jackets? On their own or like an overcoat?
I don't understand... you differentiated the Beaufort and Bedale,,,yet you said the Ashby is the same as both but slimmer.
Can Lightweight Ashby Waxed Jacket OL51 protect from +5 or +7 cold ?
Güzel kedi! I think it depends on how much single malt or yeni raki you have added to your system before you go outside.
I prefer the bedale
What happens if you never rewax your jacket?
I only watched this review to see if the most important aspect would be mentioned. The colours of the coats. As I fully expected, it wasn't mentioned at all. Such is life 😆
Love The Brand Barbour and Brand Awareness. This separates the Asian knock offs from buying Quality. 😊
One correction , the bedale don't have a pocket in the back
True, the Baufort does.
nope the M65 Field jacket is my choice over all jackets. It's all season wearable timeleess and never goes out of style. its bullet proof tried and tested over the decades and can be worn with anything frombusiness to casxual to hunting etc....
Ok. I’ll climb off, this waxed jacket content is good stuff.
What about Belstaff?
oh there's a barbour vs belsatff project coming up
@@Stridewise 😀 I thought so!
I think I'll go for the Bedale. I started lifting again and expect my upper body to grow somewhat. So I'll need the boxier cut of the Bedale, rather than the slim silhouette of the Ashby. I'm a city boy, so the Beaufort won't be practical for me.
The Bedale is boxy you're right but the modern ones a bit less so.
For anyone interested I own the Barbour Duke jacket and the Flint and Tinder trucker. The Barbour hard to beat
I have both of those jackets, as well as a Bedale, a Bonner (Steve McQueen model), and three waxed canvas Taylor Stitch jackets. The Flint and Tinder gets the least wear by far.
I forgot about my Bravestar Sherpa waxed trucker. I may have a problem 😁
Bee-Dale!!!
What about the Ashby?
02:29 !
@@Stridewise is it? Let me see…
@@Stridewiseoh yeah, I must have blinked and missed the fastest review ever 🤪
I’ve been wanting a Barbour jacket for years as I like the look of them. Unfortunately the sizing is awful as their sleeves are always short. I actually went into the Barbour shop in Edinburgh and the lassie just smiled at me and shook her head. I’m only 6ft 2, not freakishly tall. I’ve heard this same complaint from many other people. Barbour lengthen your sleeves, you’ll make alot more sales.
Try a vintage Border jacket,there are made for tall people!
I have the Sam problem I am only 6 feet tall and a large fits me in the chest but comes up short in arms and a XL fits arms but is huge !
Go for a second hand jacket in your size, then send it to barber repair department and have it tailored to you. Many a jacket has gone back to barber for re waxing , tear repair or re sizing due to it becoming an heirloom and now the son or daughter wear it. I have a stockman, Durham and bushman (which has a annoying leather collar) but I have 2 orvis heritage jackets with are generous in sleeve length
Very nice🇪🇺🇵🇹❤
Is it just me or does it say Beaumont instead of Beaufort in the title? KZhead has been showing me mismatched titles and comments lately so I’m not sure
i'm so god damn stupid, just changed it
Nah all good mate, we're only human after all 😆
Bought an Ashby on sale for under £100 brand new a couple of years ago, one of the single best clothing decisions I've ever made, that thing is amazing for me
Hi there, quick question: does it wear true to size? Interested in buying one myself but still thinking about what size to pick…
@@theoldman5924 I wear a UK medium in most jackets (occasionally a small) and the medium was perfect here for me
I bought a barbour jacket some 30 years ago and it was rubbish , I paid alot of money for it back in the day and it started to fall apart within a couple of months , ( and yes it was a genuine barbour from a genuine barbour shop ) never again , the zips failed early on , the popper buttons lasted longer but they to failed , in the end I just threw it in the bin .
Was you wresting with lions whilst wearing one 😅 ?
My beaufort is blue 25+ years old
I have Barbour jacket stock
Garment linings are made from tartan fabric in case you didn’t know
Bedale ❤
good review - used to be worn by country working people and aristocrats - now many city where them - odd the older they are the more character they have - old ones on internet, in good condition - cost as much as new ones - warm waterproof practical windproof, they even smell nice - says my girlfriend ... and barbour will repair rewax them by hand - which best done every six years or so and - they last forever met people who wear grandads old hunting jacket - from 1950s
My man really needs to rewax that jacket
Thornproof is the original wax jacket finish
I love my Barbour. Only problem ist the breathability. Always sweaty arms on the inside.
Can these jackets make you sweat 😓😓 ?
yep, waxed canvas doesn't breathe for shit i'm afraid!
Waxed Cotton rather than canvas !
Beaufort is the superior choice.
Had a few and have found them as waterproof as a siv
Barbour confuse everyone with their naming policy. I have two vintage Barbour jackets i.e. over 30 years old. One jacket is a Beaufort that is 30 years old that is identical to the International (as worn by Steve McQueen on the 6 Day Trial) except that the inside of the collar is Nappa leather not corduroy. The other is a Northumbria that is 35 years old and carries the kudos of having been repaired by Barbour. Both jackets have the removeable pile lining that is essential for winter wear. Before the Barbours I had a Belstaff Lincoln that had two suede patches for mounting shotguns that was actually marginally better than Barbour but they don't have a repair service.
Most barbour looks great on tall, slim figures. It accentuates wider frames😂
Isnt this the guy that does fountain pen reviews?
he is!
They are like carhartt jackets are in the south USA
kinda like a barn coat
@@Stridewise I agree. Barn coats are popular here too
They are old tech ,certainly not as effective as gortex for example but unlike the modern tech the older they are the better they look.
I prefer Belstaff over Barbour
Belstaff if you want a less country look and cut.
After 40 Barbour years: there isn't the best one. It all depends on your body shape. There is only a best for you individually.
Bee-dale
boy am i getting chewed out for that
@@Stridewise😂
@@Stridewise - it's a small town in Yorkshire. I live very close and it's definitely "Bee" 👍👍
Prefer Belstaff 😊
“Much more pleasant than gore-Tex”…… but an awful lot heavier guys😮
I often see the Beaufort jacket being purchased and worn a size (or even two sizes) too small. The first sign is the sleeves which are way too short. The Beaufort is a loose fit and made to accomodate a quilted liner or a heavy pullover and it is a longer jacket. Fashion seems to dictate that this jacket is made to be worn as hip length. It is not. If you want that fit then buy a shorter jacket such as the Bedale, Buttermere or the Utility jacket. Otherwise it looks plain stupid.
Sleeves are uncomfortably short.
You can find this jackets for cheap here in Vancouver in any thrift store. 20 bucks. No body want them
Close to 12…..so 11?
Or……….you could just by a Belstaff!
Beaufort is the best for me
Its pronounced beedale, not b'dale
Beaufort bought in UK 30+ years ago. I rewax about every two years. Constant use in MidAtlantic weather. My main point - get rid of the Barbour collar pin, now. If you’d look at any photo spreads of wearers (such as a UK country style site) no Barbour collar pins. People who recognize the brand don’t need the pin. Has to go.
“Game pocket for when you’re out shopping.” How bout you men get out there and hunt dove or feasants and use it for what it was designed for. Much more fun and fulfilling than shopping.
Not a single Barbour jacket fits a tall guy with long arms. Their sleeves are notoriously short. Too bad cuz the styles are awesome...
The Ashby has relatively longer sleeves than Bedale and Beaufort.
On the flip side, some of us have T-Rex arms & tiny Trump hands & regard them as a godsend😊...
You bought them too small. Sorry.
Is close to 12, 11? Lol
My mother made me where this so i would look like the wright kind of kid. Then i scam my neibours with tiket fore a fake scool-tombolat that wee print with a friend. She tought me averything.
They are all extremely hot to wear
Yeah that’s waxed canvas for ya
It's almost as if they were made for cold weather.
@MaxxSeemov well its more of a fashion thing now as you know
Lanin Koroma, let go, and let God
😅😅i prefer the moorland jacket. A real barbour. For 135£ in 1995. These jackets are totally overprized. Sorry.
are you really sorry Thomas
10 seconds talk over the Ashby...