Harrington Jacket Review Baracuta G9 : Is It Worth It?

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Gentleman's Gazette
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So other than famous people wearing it, what exactly makes it so special?

It simply is a waist long jacket that is quite fitted and has a pleasing silhouette. It comes in many different materials but the classic is a cotton poly blend which is 50% cotton 50% polyester. It's meant to be water resistant and weather resistant and therefore, it's not as soft to the touch as the inside which is 80% cotton and 20% polyester. Baracuta sells the g9 jacket in a range of options including suede leather, regular leather, camouflage, and teddy bear fabric. Sometimes you can also find them in tweed but frankly, the classic jacket is always the poly cotton blend which is what we're reviewing here today. The classic g9 generally has a solid outside color even though you can find it with patterns and stuff like camouflage these days.

On the inside, you usually find a plaid or a tartan out of green, red, blue, and white which is also known as a Fraser tartan. It feels quite soft, breathable, and comfortable just like the cotton ribs on the end of the sleeves and the waist. When you walk, you can hear your arms rubbing a bit on the shell but it's by no means as loud as the Canada Goose jacket

The classic g9 version features angled side pockets with a flap and a button closure, the more modern interpretations have snap buttons. The size I'm wearing in the video is a 42 which is pretty much true to size. It really isn't too big such like a Barbour Beaufort. I was positively surprised by the length of the sleeves in a size 42 which is much better than on all the Barbour waxed jackets we reviewed. Just like the iconic Burberry trench coat or the Barbour waxed jackets, the Baracuta g9 features a Raglan sleeve because it is better to let the water roll off. The front zipper is a double metal zipper from YKK and it works quite well.

Modern Baracuta g9 jackets are made of a shell fabric called Coolmax which is supposed to be very breathable and also water repellent. Today, the jackets are made in England but that wasn't always the case. There was a time it was outsourced to Asia and other countries but they brought it back to England for good measure. Looking at the seams, they all have a very high stitch density, they're straight and sewn very close to the edge so the workmanship, overall, is very good.

Overall, the garment feels very well made even though the YKK zippers are not the best ones on the market. Baracuta also pays attention to details, for example, if you look at the buttons, you can see the engraving Baracuta g9 and 1937 which was the year it was designed.

So now the big question, is the Baracuta g9 Harrington jacket worth it?
While $390 are not a bargain for a casual jacket that you will mostly wear during spring or fall season, I still think there is a place for it in your wardrobe.

First of all, it comes in a really large range of colors but it also has a very pleasing slim modern cut, even though it was designed in 1937, Frankly, before I bought one, I didn't anticipate liking it as much as I do now. Of course, the fact that James Dean and Steve McQueen wore it is certainly not detracting from it. At the same time, I'm more focused on the materials themselves and I'm really pleased with the length of the sleeves which is often something I find challenging because I have above-average long arms.

So in conclusion, I think the Baracuta g9 Harrington jacket is worth its money even at the retail price level for almost any man out there interested in classic men's clothing and even more casual clothing because it is a more casual jacket.

[gentlemansgazette]

What is your take on the Harrington Jacket? Do you own one? What color?

[zift]

Somewhere one of those is sitting on the rack of a thrift store in my size for 5 bucks.

[maxsnipers]

Great video as always, Raphael! As the owner of two G9s myself, I'm glad to see it featured! One additional nugget of information: Baracuta was acquired by an Italian company in 2012 (WP Lavori in Corso - the same company that owns Woolrich). I believe their strategy has since been to 1. move all production of the G9 back to the UK (at least for their core colors), 2. improving the overall level of workmanship and 3. slimming down the fit (which is why some customers in your comments, myself included, needed to size up one). This has allowed them to command higher prices, but - at least in my eyes - has elevated the product in turn. Totally agree that while it is not cheap, the full price for it is fair and makes it worth it.

[ivanlouisjbarrantes]

I agree with the Harrington jacket being a very timeless and versatile piece. It is indeed worth its money. Excellent video Raphael, looking dapper as always

[DarkLittleDevil]

I love my Baracuta G9! I bought the green one you are wearing in the video last year and I couldn't be happier! As said, it is extremely versatile and very well made! Thinking of getting the dark blue as well.
Great video again Raph! Thanks!

[sharinglungs]

I have one by J Lindenberg which I didn’t realize it had a name and was such an old design. Always appreciate how well researched and thorough your videos are.

[moddude]

I happily bought one at full price as a spontaneous buy yesterday from Cable Car Clothiers in San Francisco. I don't make a lot of money but I keep my stuff forever and trying to think about quality and heritage when I purchase items. This will be a lifetime jacket.

[MUF]

Being a short and small framed guy, I have been having a hard time finding a well fitting casual jacket for lazy Sundays or a casual setting in general. I tried the G9 and it's modern cousins, but none of them fitted well. Then I tried Ben Sherman's take the Harrington in size small and it was a perfect fit. The cut is slimmer, but that suits my low hight and small build. Now I finally have a jacket that does not look like I borrowed my father's.

[numerouno]

Finally this jacket got an episode. Great jacket, wear mine all the time and i dont think its overpriced for what you get.

[MercInScorp]

Purchased an olive green G9 when Allen Edmonds had them on clearance. Definitely worth the money and is often the perfect jacket for spring and fall weather. It has a mid century look which is distinguished and sporty. Can be dressed up or down, very versatile!

[Wmpa]

I have 5 Baracutas and I love them all! Best jacket and the most timeless piece a guy can own.

[matthewlawrenson]

Proper skinhead Jacket from the original non racist reggae/ska loving working class brit folk. In my school it had to be black for the two tone ska. Terry Hall R.I.P 🙏

[Okolofutbola-]

My father bought a G9 in dark blue. When i grew bigger, i got it gifted. i wear this jacket with pride.

[shamus]

ANYTHING Steve Mc Queen wore ( or drove) is KOOL! Thanks for the video, great work as usual!

[schrisdellopoulos]

Before I watch, YES! My navy blue Baracuta Harrington has been worth every penny.
I also have a Merc winter wool Harrington and a Soul & Ska brand in mustard.
Hoping you include our Mod movement...

[bsh]

Wait, the zipper actually opens and closes? Whoa, that's amazing :-) I do have a Baracuta G-9 in navy and absolutely love it. One of the best looks out there.

[Lycosa]

I want a Harrington Jacket. The Baracuta G9 is lovely. Would love one... maybe some day

[pilt]

Love the content, very informative.
I especially love the history of the products, it's interesting.
Thanks for another great video.

[edwardfarrell]

Great video, recently bought a navy blue g9 and it's now my favourite jacket

[johnny_monnier]

I have 2 Merc Harrington's, one in black and one in burgundy, and I love them! I think they're actually pretty versatile, can go with a mix of styles.