Nigel Cabourn

[Grove]

I have only re-waxed my Barbour or Filson jackets. It takes a while - you will need a good wax, you can get them from Filson or Barbour (only in green or black I believe). Then you need a hair dryer. You simply heat up an area of the jacket and rub the wax in, do that over the entire coat. If you have a tan color coat like above it will take on the tint of the color wax you are using.

The guy in this link has it right:

If waxing for the first time I would suggest using Fjallraven Greenland wax. Really simple to apply, not messy and you can apply in layers if you want more/less coverage in particular areas. Also it has a lighter finish, doesn't have that residue you get with thornproof and can be washed out more easily if you're not happy with the result.

 

[PhilVo]

If waxing for the first time I would suggest using Fjallraven Greenland wax. Really simple to apply, not messy and you can apply in layers if you want more/less coverage in particular areas. Also it has a lighter finish, doesn't have that residue you get with thornproof and can be washed out more easily if you're not happy with the result.

Thanks a lot. Thinking of giving it a chance... but would hate ruining a Cabourn jacket, especially because it's beige... If I go for it, I will keep you posted with pics.

One more thing: The jacket is unlined, so wouldn't waxing it be uncomfortable to wear? I would consider getting a liner for it, e.g. a thin down jacket that can be sewn or buttoned into it.

 

[Grove]

With Greenland it will be fine unlined. Just feel a bit stiffer. If you are worried try it out on a cheap item with a similar cloth and if you decide to go ahead try it on a small section first. I have played about waxing loads of cotton and polycotton clothing using Thornproof, Greenland, Belstaff wax and also proofing with Grangers, Fabsil, Nikwax etc. To start with I tried it out on army surplus, outdoorsy stuff and older pieces that weren't getting much wear. Although different procucts give varying results nothing so far has been ruined.

 

[irbe]



They aren't that warm. Maybe cameraman warm. That's not exactly toasty.
Will be perfect for a mild winter. If we get below freezing in the UK you'll need a Mallory under it or another jacket altogether.

I don't find cameraman warm. Decent shell.

 

[London]

Depends which one. I had the insulated one with Harris tweed that was warm.

 

[irbe]

I have the FW makin and harris tweed. It does a decent job blocking out wind, but when u are talking about straight frigid temperature, not so much. Yes I know you have to layer with a sweater.

 

[zissou]

Ah, the eternal debate on Cameraman warmth. My Mac/HT AW version is great on snowy days with a sweater, down to about 0C.

 

[Scoobersti]

I stopped by Filson Seattle store today to return my cape jacket (the cheaper one). I liked the cape jacket but, I returned it because I had other jackets that had a similar look. They had a coat that isn't online in store and I liked that one so I ended up exchanging for it. It's called soft hunting jacket and its made of Harris tweed, its not very heavy and less warm than the cape jacket and also won't repel water. The color on the tag says Army and I think its the same or very similar color as my army cameraman (I haven't pulled out the cameraman and put it next to each other). I found a pic of it online (the one I got is the one towards the bottom). The price was $645.

http://www.complex.com/style/2014/09/filson-launches-cc-filson-with-nigel-cabourn

 

[irbe]

how is sizing on the hunting jacket? Brown looks interesting as I already. have army cameraman and mallory

 

[Scoobersti]



how is sizing on the hunting jacket? Brown looks interesting as I already. have army cameraman and mallory

I have a size 54 cameraman and I went with XL in the hunting jacket. I tried on the L and it was a little tight. There is a little extra flap with round metal vents under the armpit so I'm not 100% sure how to measure pit to pit. But, if I measure below that its 24in across.

I didn't try on the clip coat or the adjustable hunting coat. I liked the clip coat, but it was a bit more than I wanted to spend right now so I decided not to even try it on.

 

[Arizor]

I'd agree that the Cameraman needs layering to be proper winter proof, but for mild, rainy Australian winters it does me just fine!

 

[ike_hiking_boots]

Not a mention of Cabourn on the Filson site?

I presume the prefix C.C. signifies it's a Cabourn designed garment?

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I stand corrected, found this via google but does not come up on search on the Filson site:

http://www.filson.com/filson-life/tag/nigel-cabourn/

We’re pleased to announce the brand-new C.C. Filson Collection in collaboration with Nigel Cabourn, who was invited to create special-edition outerwear for Autumn 2014. C.C. Filson combines the quality standards of Filson manufacturing and its 117 years of history with modern-day functionality.

With over forty years of experience in the apparel industry, Nigel Cabourn uses his firsthand knowledge of outerwear from the cold, windy climate of northern England where he’s based. Cabourn is a true specialist in outerwear, making him a choice partner for C.C. Filson.

The Autumn 2014 C.C. Filson line consists of outerwear pieces aligned with our past, namely a 1930s vintage Filson Cruiser that inspired the design of the Work Cape Jacket. The Work Cape Jacket is water repellent with an added layer of protection over the yoke and arms, crafted out of distressed waxed cotton.

Additional C.C. Filson Autumn 2014 items include the Adjustable Hunting Coat and Clip Coat. Each item is made at Filson, USA. Each item has a sense of history and place, underpinned by the highest level of Filson quality.

 

[gus49]

I liked the clip coat, but it was a bit more than I wanted to spend right now so I decided not to even try it on.

I am a bit hesitant about how the colour way will look, the Uk, I think we call that greenish tan colour khaki. When you saw the Clip Coat, how did it appear, did it come over as a khaki green more so than beige tan? As expected the pics and photos vary..
Appreciating its for the outdoors of the USA, possibly overkill here?

cheers

 

[Scott Stevens]

I can't see any green. Looks a standard beige tan in all the photos I've seen.

 

[Scoobersti]



I am a bit hesitant about how the colour way will look,  the Uk,  I think we call that greenish tan colour khaki.   When you saw the Clip Coat,  how did it appear,  did it come over as a khaki green more so than beige tan? As expected the pics and photos vary..
Appreciating its for the outdoors of the USA, possibly overkill here?

cheers

When I saw the coat it looked more like the beige tan that Scott Stevens mentioned above. The wool on the collar and the inner lining is moss green type color. The coat itself is heavy and the fabric was stiff. It looks like it will look even better once its worn in, but since I have a job where I sit at a desk most of the time it would probably take me forever for it to wear in.