These 9 Best Waxed Canvas Jackets Are Good-Looking and Hard-Wearing

Every product was carefully curated by an Esquire editor. We may earn a commission from these links. Here’s how we test products and why you should trust us.Kuhl/Flint and Tinder/Thursday Boot CoProsBritish tartan liningTwo-way front zipConsPricier than other optionsAn enduring icon thanks to its tenacious popularity, the Barbour Beaufort waxed jacket boasts all the classic details created by Dame Margaret Barbour, including a color-contrast corduroy collar (which you can turn up and secure when it gets cold), paneled tartan lining, flapped bellow pockets, and a two-way front zip. It’s truly an evergreen piece that will never go out of style, and Style Director Jonathan Evans argues that if you’re going to invest in a waxed canvas jacket, it should be the Beaufort.MaterialsWaxed cotton canvasColors4SizesS-3XLProsStand up collar lined with Bedford cordTwo chest hand warmer pocketsConsAt this price, you might as well get the Barbour BeaufortFor a chic, elevated look (pretty hard to achieve in rainy weather), Tom Beckbe’s Tensaw is a great pick. The Alabama-based brand has that hunting tradition, but it doesn’t go full upland. It’s more elevated than that.Materials8-oz waxed shelter clothColors5SizesS-2XLAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsSnap and one-way zip fasteningsReinforced shoulder and elbow panelsHigh collar with adjustable throat latchConsPricier than other optionsSince 1948, the Trialmaster jacket has been Belstaff's signature style, its origin going back to the Scottish Six Days Trial, a motorcycle competition that attracts riders worldwide. Developed to keep the competitors dry in tough weather conditions, it’s built with black waxed cotton and features a legacy slanted map pocket and an adjustable belt, so you can always find the perfect fit.MaterialsCottonColors4SizesUK34-50ProsBody lined with dry-finish Cover ClothSleeves lined with polyester twillMetal shank-button front and cuff closuresMade from Filson’s signature waxed cotton, this jacket has protected foresters and outdoorsmen from brambles and abrasion in the rain-soaked forests of the Pacific Northwest since the 1920s—talk about an endorsement. The hip-length cut allows for easy access to pockets or a tool belt, and this type of fit will also stop the jacket from riding up when you’re seated.MaterialsTin clothColors6SizesXS-3XLAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsWaxed on both sides for added insulationInterior media pocketFor a super-warm option, Flint and Tinder’s flannel-lined style ensures you won’t feel a shiver or a sprinkle. Tough, timeless, and made in the U.S.A., it’s constructed with a weather-resistant Martexin seven-ounce sailcloth, which, like selvage denim or finely tanned leather, will only get better with age. It’s more lightweight than denim or leather, but still substantial enough to feel durable. Take it from our endorsement of the jacket:“It’s not even like a techy Arc’teryx shell you might want to be more careful with because of the weight. This is the kind of jacket you don’t think twice about wearing. You wear it in the rain, not worrying if it brushes against brick walls. You toss it in the backseat of your car—or, even better, the backseat of a side-by-side on a weekend in the woods. Over time—years, I mean—the fabric picks up creases. They don’t ruin it. They define it. It becomes yours.”MaterialsCotton Martexin SailclothColors9SizesXS-3XLProsZippered interior security pocketWind and water resistanceSoft flannel lining provides next-to-skin comfortThe first thing you’ll notice about this jacket is that it’s actually true to size and has a great fit. It leaves just enough room for layering without the risk of looking sloppy, and it’s slim enough without feeling too restrictive. We also loved how comfortable it is and like that the weathered fabric gives it a classic vintage appeal (without having to spend hours searching a secondhand shop).MaterialsCottonColors4SizesS-2XLAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsBlanket flannel liningBrass buttons with an antique finishTwo side pocketsTBC doesn’t just make damn good boots—the brand has perfected the durable, rugged, highly functional jacket that doesn’t sacrifice style for comfort. We like how the water-resistant finish only gets better with age and how the polyester sleeve lining both allows for ease of movement and prevents the sleeves from bunching up. Plus, it’s great for colder days thanks to the warm blanket flannel lining.MaterialsBCI cottonColors6SizesS-3XLProsSoft brushed blanket liningNot bulkyConsNot as warm as other optionsTecovas keeps it cool, casual, and authentic with a waxed canvas ranch jacket that makes an everyday outfit look even better than it would sans jacket. Whether you’re mending fence posts or making a quick dash to the office or pub, this jacket will help muzzle the nip in the air and keep downpours at bay. It’s lightweight and less bulky than some of the other options on this list, and it does have soft brushed lining on the inside for some added warmth. The Western-inspired details also set it apart from the more classic styles.Materials8-oz British Millerain waxed canvasColorsTobacco, field tanSizesS-2XLAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsUpper hand-warmer pockets for cradling shotgun; reverse welt helps keep water and debris outCoat length provides good protection and all-around comfortZippered hand-warmer pockets behind lower cargo pocketsL.L. Bean, the brand known for its rugged outdoor gear, does a cool, modern twist on a classic hunting coat. Working with the originator of waxed cotton, British Millerain, the company designed this option with an innovative fabric that eliminates the typical cleaning fuss that comes with this type of garment.MaterialsBritish Millerain cottonColorGrayish green, brownSizesS-2XL