Vintage Barbour
Waxed Cotton From England Since 1894 · Founded 1894 · South Shields, England
J. Barbour & Sons has waxed cotton for the English countryside since 1894. The Bedale (1980) and Beaufort (1983) defined the country jacket, and vintage examples — dated by their royal warrant labels — have become staples of heritage menswear. Rewaxing means a rough-looking jacket is often a bargain.
How to Spot Authentic Vintage Barbour
Reproductions and mislabeled pieces are common. These are the markers that separate genuine vintage Barbour from fakes and modern items:
- Royal warrant crests on the label date the jacket (one, two, or three)
- 'Made in England' on all desirable vintage production
- Tartan lining and brass ring-pull zips on classic models
- A-prefix model codes identify Bedale, Beaufort, Border, etc.
Vintage Barbour Sizing
Barbour country jackets are cut generously to layer over knitwear — the Bedale is shorter and trimmer, the Beaufort longer with a game pocket. Vintage sizing is roomy; many buyers size down one. Dried-out wax is fixable; torn tartan lining is the flaw to price in.
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