Barbour Waxed Cotton Jacket Review: Is It Worth It? Bedale vs Ashby vs Beaufort

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00:00 Introduction

The Barbour waxed jacket is probably one of the most iconic pieces of men's outerwear there is. With its casual appearance, its waxed cotton shell that is water resistant, it has become a staple in the English gentleman's wardrobe. Barbour jackets don't just represent the British country look but they are great for any kind of outdoorsman who wants to hunt, fish, or just not afraid of the elements.

02:44 Barbour Beaufort, Barbour Bedale, & Barbour Ashby Similarities
They're all made out of a hundred percent cotton canvas that's about six pounds heavy and it's overall a medium weight.

It is then treated with a silk oil wax that gives us it's typical weatherproof characteristics. It also provides this matte satin shiny finish that a lot of people like. Over the years, it will develop a patina that becomes very characteristic of the waxed cotton jacket.

All three jackets have the typical washed corduroy collar which gives it a typical country look. All three Barbour jackets feature moleskin lined hand warmer pockets, they also have raglan sleeves, as well as roomy bellows pockets the feature snap buttons just like these storm flap which allows you to keep your collar together when it's really rainy and the elements are hard on you.

04:08 Differences

The Barbour Beaufort retails for $399 versus the Bedale which is just $379 and the Ashby is again $399.

The Beaufort and the Bedale feature a full traditional classic cut that is straight in the hips, it's very roomy, it allows you to layer something underneath such as a cardigan, maybe a sweater, or even a tweed jacket. The function definitely dictates the form so while it may not look very attractive or modern or fashionable, it is meant to give you a great range of movement when you hunt or pursue outdoor activities.

The Ashby, on the other hand, is a lot trimmer. It's basically a modernized style of the Bedale that is just slimmer with a slightly longer sleeve and it's more targeted towards young men who will live more of a city life. The Ashby really doesn't allow you to have a lot of layers underneath because the sleeves are too tight and so it's best one with maybe a shirt or a thin sweater. When you wear different jackets you can clearly tell that the Ashby has less range of movement.

While both the Beaufort and the Bedale come in 10 or 11 sizes in two-inch increments such as 34 or 36, 42 or 44, the Ashby just comes in six sizes ranging from small, medium, large, extra large, XXL, and triple XL.

The Beaufort jacket is cut longer and about two and a half inches longer than both the Bedale or the Ashby. This extra length comes in handy, for example, if you want to wear a jacket underneath that would otherwise poke out.

The Beaufort is the most useful jacket for hunters because it has a zippered game pocket in the back that's quite roomy. Both the Ashby and the Bedale don't have a pocket like that because they're more targeted towards the urban outdoorsmen.

While the Beaufort has no vents in the back and a full Barbour tartan lining, both the Bedale and the Ashby have a half tartan lining with a polyester drip strip at the bottom and side vents that have snap buttons so they give you a little extra room especially if you have a big bum.

The Beaufort jacket has wind guards on your sleeves which come in quite handy and they have a little velcro adjuster, however, they're not really soft and don't feel too great on your skin but they'll do the job and keep the wind out. The Bedale jacket has ripped knitted wind guards which are much more comfortable and better than the ones on the Beaufort. The Ashby, on the other hand, has no wind guards and again, it clearly is not made to be super functional, it's more about the looks.

So now the big question, is a Barbour waxed jacket worth it?
WATCH THE VIDEO TO FIND OUT OUR TAKE ON BARBOUR JACKETS!

[bensearle]

I worked for Barbour and I have to say these jackets are defiantly worth the investment. They last for years as long as they are taken care of. Very windproof and waterproof and get better with age. Buy cheap, buy twice.

[The_Kavalier]

Nice to see a heritage brand still delivering value.

[couscous]

I am now in my early 70s. Living in the UK I bought my first Beaufort jacket over 45yrs ago. A second followed some 20 yrs later. I am now wearing the "International" and can thoroughly recommend it. Smart, dark and a modern design. Anyone flying into the UK landing at Newcastle airport will only be half an hour from the factory which has its shop and a large end of line and Seconds sale. Superb quality and a good video.

[jasonnicholasschwarz]

I once used the zipper in the back to stuff a dog in the game bag. The dog had a heart condition and was 17 years old and on longer walks with my younger dogs just appreciated to ride in the back:)

[hastingshastings]

The bedale is a riding jacket, the big bum vents are for when you are in the saddle and you need the jacket to open a bit more at the bottom

[markodell]

I have 17 years of ownership with my Beaufort. Its had two trips back to Barbour for sleeve lengthening, repairs, alterations and re-wax's. It's still my favorite jacket and will probably continue to be, never found another that gives me as much joy to wear or has developed more character.

[Tommieb]

There's one difference between the jackets that you didn't mention. The arms on the Beaufort and Bedale are constructed from one seamless piece of material, making them more water resistant than the Ashby which is made from two pieces. Personally it's the Bedale for me. So versatile, works as an excellent winter top layer or a light summer jacket. Goes withe jeans, chinos, joggers, shorts. The possibilities are endless.

[nicholasricardo]

I just got the Ashby jacket for my seventeenth birthday, i'm an avid canoer and this jacket seems excellent towards those needs. This channel has really helped reinvigorate my interest in gentlemenly life and attire, thank you so much!

[apk]

One of the best and thorough series on Youtube about branded fashion.

[zigzag]

I have had my Barbour Beedale for just under a year now and I love it, I have worn it all year round. It’s such a great jacket. Feels so good after a while seems to mould around your body! Well worth the money. 🙌

[idxlb]

The Bedale jacket is pronounced “Beedale” It’s named after a small market town in North Yorkshire, England, where I happen to be from.

[richdelgado]

As an owner of a real Barbour coat, I think there are a few points to mention:

1. You can easily recondition your own Barbour with a can of the dressing, a cotton towel and...a hair dryer.
2. People for some reason think that these coats are warm. They are not. They're just waxed canvas. They will keep the rain out, but the wax coating can, for some people, make the cold wind feel colder.
3. The smell. There's a definite odor to the coats, due to the wax. The smell dissipates but never goes away. It will also make clothes stored near the coat smell. It will also make your cloth car seats smell temporarily. The smell is NOT bad at all, but it's distinct.

[rdrvnce]

I originally wanted to have a bedale, because of the reasons you mentioned. The store me and my mom went to buy it at had sadly ran out of the bedale. They still had the beaufort, so we decided to buy it as an early birthday present for me, because I needed it at the time. I quickly fell in love with the large poacher pocket as a storage space for my gloves and scarf. When I visited england with my class, I was once again glad to have the pocket to protect my maps and the gloves I purchased there.

[danielpowers]

Just got a Barbour Corbridge in Scotland and it’s amazing. Kept all the wind and rain out and didn’t get damaged at all when I accidentally raked the cuff across a barbed wire fence when I was getting a closer look at a Highland Cow. I like the more tailored, rugged look of the Corbridge to the ones mentioned in this video.

[ralphlivingston]

I purchased the Beaufort jacket in Feb. '20 because I do go bird hunting. For town wear I keep the "snap on" hood in the game bag. During the Summer Orvis had a sale on the Ursula jacket and I couldn't resist this "cool" and historic jacket. These jackets are a little stiff when new but become more flexible as you wear them.

[davejw]

I live in Michigan and bought my first Beaufort last summer. I know that it is not supposed to be a 'winter' jacket but I like the fact that I can wear my Harris Tweed jacket under it and still be warm. Longevity and iconic style were the reasons for my purchase.

[RB-czvq]

I'm in my fifties and still wearing the Bedale I got in the sixth form. It's been back to Barbour a few times for their excellent reproofing service. My husband's Barbour is 30yrs old and still going strong as well.

[jonday]

I am extremely thankful for you guys making this video. It is the most comprehensive review of the differences between these jackets that I can find anywhere online. I do not understand why anyone thumbs down to this video it doesn’t make any sense. Thank you again for this channel it is one of my favorites on YouTube.

[theo_korner]

If your're taller as average or just want a longer jacket take a look at their Border jacket

[bananas]

Totally worth it. High standard of craftmanship, made for hunting and fishing. Tough enough to protect against brambles and thorns and should you rip it on barbed wire it can be repaired and they can easily be reproofed.