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Barbour | How well do you know your wax?
A Barbour waxed jacket is made to last, so you can enjoy the great outdoors for longer. Crafted from waxed cotton, these jackets are durable and weather resistant. Not only do they improve with age, Barbour wax jackets are renewable and sustainable with a legendary reputation for longevity. In this blog, we have lots of wax jacket info to keep you in the know, including how to re-wax your jacket at home!
Traditional 6oz Wax Jackets
The classic 6oz wax is one of the oldest and most loved weights in the realm of wax jackets. Embraced by enthusiasts worldwide, it includes firm favourites such as the Men’s Barbour Beaufort Jacket and the Women’s Barbour Beadnell Jacket. It’s versatile mid-weight construction is perfect for all weather conditions and creates the iconic wax visual that has captivated generations.
WAX FACT: A ‘Barbour Classic Wax Jacket‘ features sylkoil wax. This is an “unshorn” wax where the cotton comes straight from the loom. At this point the cotton is still slightly fluffy, it is then dyed and waxed. These ‘Classic jackets’ present more of a matte finish.
Women’s Barbour Classic Beadnell Waxed Jacket
How About The 4oz Lightweight Collection?
Wax jackets from the 4oz Lightweight Collection weigh 30% less than Barbour’s traditional weight waxes. The wonderful thing about the 4oz lightweight jackets isn’t just the function and style, it is that the jackets are so light that they can be easily packed into a bag or worn out on adventures without weighing you down. They are great to wear during the warmer months, and still retain all of the benefits of the traditional weight jackets. Classics such as the Barbour Ashby are reinvented into a 4oz Ashby for this collection, so you can wear your favourite style all year round.
Lightweight wax jackets are resilient and retain wax very well. Your 4oz jacket should only need a re-wax every 5-6 years!
Men’s Barbour Lightweight Royston Waxed Jacket
WAX FACT: It takes 36 people to create just one Barbour waxed jacket!
Repairs and Reproofing Services
Over time, areas such as the shoulders, seams or pockets may require a little TLC. If you are lucky enough to live near our Cirencester Barbour Partner Store, you can get your jacket re-waxed in store.
Or, if you want to take advantage of Barbour’s Repair and Reproofing Service, you can send your jacket to Barbour directly by filling out this form. You can also bring it into any of our Barbour Partner Stores or Outdoor and Country Stores where we’ll be happy to help you!
Sending it to the Barbour factory in South Shields guarantees expert attention. From busted zips to worn collars, Barbour repairs all. Even if you prefer a weathered look, Barbour’s Repair and Reproofing Service offers alterations tailored to your style, adding sleeves, pockets, and more.
WAX FACT: Barbour’s renowned re-waxing service lovingly repairs, reproofs and returns approximately 40,000 Barbour jackets back to their former glory every year!
How To Re-Wax Your Jacket At Home
You can also re-wax your treasured waxed jacket yourself using the Barbour Thornproof Wax Dressing. For a guide on How To Re-Wax Your Jacket watch the video below or visit our blog here.
WAX FACT: NEVER put your waxed jacket in the washing machine! This will remove the wax coating permanently meaning the jacket cannot be re-waxed.
You can also visit our blog to find out How Often You Should Wax A Barbour Jacket?
WAX FACT: Where you live and the climate in your area play a significant role in how long your wax jacket will last. Those in wetter regions may need to wax their jackets more often.
How well do you know your wax now?
We hope this blog has equipped you with valuable insights into your wax jacket, allowing you to wear it with confidence. From intriguing wax facts to a range of services aimed at maintaining your jacket’s health, we’ve covered it all. Whether you’re drawn to the classic 6oz styles or the lightweight 4oz collection, Barbour’s dedication to quality craftsmanship guarantees longevity for your beloved wax jacket.
