Barbour where is it made

Barbour tell me that they manufacture the vast majority of their waxed coats within the UK, however it seems that more and more Barbour wax jackets are now foreign made. Basically most the items Barbour sell are now foreign made, which is disappointing because I think most of their customers still assume all Barbour products are made in England which is simply no longer the case.

If there is no made in England label on a Barbour waxed jacket, then it is foreign made. As of June it seems Barbour no longer label any of their products with country of origin? Barbour make great kit but they need to go back to clearly labelling country of origin and they need to return more production back to the UK. Barbour Border Waxed Jacket. Made in England. Photograph by author 12 July The seperate hood is also clearly labelled made in England.

Here are some simple tips on how to spot a fake Barbour jacket. Doing a little bit of research beforehand should help you avoid falling for this scam. Familiarize yourself with the different styles, including the popular classics and the newer, trendier releases. The buttons of a Barbour jacket are embossed with the brand name, etched in a circular fashion on its outer edges.

Buttons should have the Barbour brand name or logo. Inspect closely for misspellings, proper spacing, and font. This warrant showcases three golden royal stamps printed along with the Barbour label. The text printed on the label may vary, depending on the style of the product. There is also another label found on the inner pocket that displays the care and maintenance tips for the jacket. Zippers and hardware of authentic Barbour jackets also have the brand name embossed on them.

Aside from this detail, make sure to check the smoothness of the zipper by pulling it up and down. Most jacket styles have the brand name stitched somewhere near the pockets.

Authentic Barbour jackets with stitched brand names in pockets. Barbour has several coat styles that feature faux fur for detailing. I got it an an outlet. Joined Mar 26, Messages Reaction score 0. Originally Posted by emakris. Joined Aug 10, Messages 10, Reaction score 3, I just bought a Barbour Challenger online from a British store and surprisingly, I can't find a "Made In" tag anywhere on it.

I think I've checked everywhere but if someone knows where on the garment they might usually hide such a thing, I'd look again. That said, construction seems above par though I haven't had the chance to truly wear it in the elements yet. Beetleything Senior Member. Joined Nov 16, Messages Reaction score 1. I just bought a beautiful Barbour jacket brand new of a supplier in the UK.

They ship it for free and you get 1 free shipping if you want to change it for a different size. Anyway the tag with it has a history of Barbour and they are still made in the UK in Barbour's headquarters are still in Simonside, South Shields. Although it sources products from around the globe, Barbour's classic wax jackets are still manufactured by hand in the factory in Simonside and each year over , jackets are processed via the central, subsidiary and local customer service operations.

That's from there VERY informative website Expat Simon Active Member. Joined Dec 23, Messages 44 Reaction score 8. I am writing this tardy response, because I feel that this is an essential part of using the internet.

Unfortunately several of the responses above are incorrect. Not all Barbour wax jackets are 'Made in England'. As I have just found out to my disgust. I asked their own shop staff about where their wax jackets were made: Barbour shop staff "All of our wax jackets are made in the UK, but some other items are imported" I found the jacket I wanted, it contained no 'Made in Classic designs have been replicated in contemporary fabrics including the signature wax cotton to bring this authentic jacket into the modern-day.

Paying homage to their South Shields routes, sub brand Barbour Beacon was named after the beacon lighthouse situated at the mouth of the River Tyne and aims to bring a more contemporary range of Barbour to consumers. The collection continues to offer quality Barbour composition and functionality while integrating more trend led styles. Yes, Barbour jackets are made for life in the great outdoors and designed to be weatherproof.

Each Barbour, from wax to quilted have various finishes to align with the conditions for which the jacket has been designed e. Barbour are committed to extending the life of their garments, not only working for your wardrobe but the environment too. Globally the brand re-waxes and repairs 60, jackets.

The brand also sells , tins of Barbour wax each year for people to re-wax their jackets at home. Barbour jackets are known for their durability, however with any garment over time the quality will diminish. When Barbour jackets are finished in the South Shields factory, a distinctive premium Barbour made wax is used, this wax is key to the brands success and the composition of the wax is one of the brands best kept secrets.

Their other sustainable focuses are reducing single use plastic, contining to improve their processes of cotton and wool, look after animal welfair and reduce their packaging.

They have already replaced their plastic carrier bags with fully recyclable paper bags. Slim fit Barbour jackets are designed to be flattering and figure hugging with more focus on creating a streamline silhouette. If you are wearing your Barbour for more of a style and fashion forward fit, this is the style for you. Regular fit Barbour jackets are designed to suit every shape and occasion.