Modern Hunt Coat | Woolrich Inc. | Field Review
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- Опубликовано: 27 сен 2024
- During a beautiful blue bird day in the snow covered hemlock forests of south central Pennsylvania, Krik of Black Owl Outdoors gives his impressions on one of his favorite pieces of outdoor gear, the Modern Hunt Coat by the legendary Woolrich Inc.
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Best reason to choose this coat: it looks awesome!
I have one second hand with back pockets too. You don't see many in Yorkshire in the UK .I love it very heavy and very warm. Thanks for this.
Learning how to sew, on or off a machine, can save any outdoorsman/woman hundreds-thousands of $'s. I have a number of packs I've replaced zippers on, clothes, tent zippers, everything can be repaired. Simple tears are very easy to fix. If you can drive a car you can use a sewing machine. And like everything for outdoors, a good, heavy duty machine is what's needed.
Great jacket, great color. Love the 80% wool! I remember your earlier video on wool clothing for the outdoors. I have since taken your advice to heart. Thanks Krik and Stony for these great videos! keep up the good work!
Screw Woolrich for selling out.The hip-hop inspired boyband look they're currently going for is a slap in the face to the well earned legacy they had made for themselves prior.
I agree I went on their website recently and it's nothing like the woolrich I knew. I bought several sweaters and a autumn coat from them years ago when they still had that rugged outdoors look. Now it all looks like garbage for astronomical prices. Standard coats are now around 800$, its disgusting.
Worst part is they discontinued this very coat altogether.
They dont make this coat anymore, unfortunately.
I have a Woolrich classic hunting jacket that I’ve had about 30 years and could be older as my uncle gave it to me. Its hunted in Packwood WA multiple seasons. It’s my absolute favorite fall/Winter jacket. It’s so warm.
Bought a Premium Quality Heavy Wool Classical Hunt Coat from Amazon month ago, loved it has similar features with higher quality and heavier wool.
Have always loved that jacket, great review guys ~Peace~
I had the original hunter jacket, but lost it. Bought this modern hunter jacket instead, but the colour is a bit orange red, the original is a more darker wine red. So I almost never used it. Think I will give it a second chance next winter, great review. I had almost forgotten that I had one.
It’s a shame they are closing there store and factory in this country
I bought this exact coat in an XL because of your very helpful video. I had to have it tailored a little on the sides because of my lean 6’2” stature. I chose the XL because my arms and torso are rather long and I learned that the sleeves and jacket lengths run shorter on the Large. Now it looks amazing and it’s my go-to winter coat! Cheers! Graham
Those really are our (PA) colors. My dad gave me his woolrich jacket when I was 15, still wearing it.
Mongulius What part of the state are you in?
Huntington County
Krik and Stony another great video. Woolrich makes a great product. I have passed on two jackets to my son that are over 25 to 30 years old. I kept a third for my self. I enjoy seeing the beautiful surroundings that you have. Thank You from the Adirondacks.
Always like yours reviews and informative videos. Keep up the great work you and Stony. Thanks
Handwarmer pockets FTW!
Beautiful video. I'm really glad I came across this model. I've wanted a mackinaw coat, but I struggle with the cost of Filson and the unlined interior that would pull on my sweaters.
I have a vintage version of this coat and the lined sleeves on yours are definitely an upgrade lol
Use to have a red wool hunting jacket when I was a kid great jacket. I like the collar, mid pockets and the inner sleeves on yours. Thanks for sharing. atb
Love your videos! Figured you were a fellow Pennsylvanians when you once said "crick" for creek. Also, the scenery looked so familiar to the northwestern Allegheny region where I grew up. Been stuck in the south now since 1972. First Virginia and now Florida. Miss the north woods and mountains. Keep up the great work.
Bob Buchholz Thanks Bob. We are in south central PA. I agree with you, our state is amazing beautiful. Yet a lot of people don't know that (including other Pennsylvanians...) -Krik
I bought a complete suit hat coat and pants at a estate sale for $35! I was surprised that I got it so cheap ! It's a Woolrich mine only has one snap on the lower pockets ! I absolutely love it !
Very nice indeed. The Handwarmer pockets are really kewl...and the Big front Drop pockets are very kewl for gear and tinder gathering. All this coat needs is an Adjustable Solar panel Attachments..lol and your all set to go..lol
I have always wondered about that coat thanks.
That's a mighty fine wool hunting coat!
I just bought one it's cold jacket but later under works great so word to wise layer underneath !!!
Thanks for sharing. I am actively looking for some wool for my daily fall and winter wear
Nice coat! I have a Filson jacket which is really nice, but I like the lining this has as well as the high collar and knit wrist cuffs. I’ve thought about Beijing my Filson to the tailor to have them add a liner.
The internal pockets are a great addition.
$250 bucks......I haven't been impressed with Woolrich for a long time. If one comes my way via a yard sale for a lot less....I will give it a try after your review. Thanks for sharing.
Awesome review of that jacket, wool is king IMO when it comes to outdoors, but then again im not to worried about weight when it comes to being warm either. I was in PA this past October and the wind was just unforgiving. So I can definitely see that jacket being a favorite of yours. I love the layout of it and it seems very practical for bushcraft. Thanks again kirk - mike
michael allen Yea this jacket does very well in the wind. What part of PA did you visit?
I have this coat only mine is from the mid 1930s. Pretty crazy to see that it is pretty much exactly the same. Only all wool and mole skin lining. Still has snaps and buttons and a big pouch in the back of the jacket for putting game or what have you, a map pocket. I’d say mine weighs 8 lbs or better. Also you’d probably dig it because it has an old chain stitched pack on the sleeve Beaver Falls Sportsman’s Assn. PA!
Good stuff. Sad it’s not the company it once was though. Need more good American made textiles.
I find with these style of jacket, and Filson cruiser, that you are supposed to have the collar up at the back permanently.
The comment about the relative impracticality and short lifespan of zippers is very appropriate. I've never had a zippered garment for which the zipper didn't give me trouble sooner or later. Either a zipper tooth would come off, or the pull-tag would derail, or the cloth to which the zipper was attached would fray or tear out... _something always happens_ to make a zipper useless. And the ordinary person can't replace a zipper, so the garment is useless from then on.
Buttons are much more reliable. They do come off once in a while, and you should for that reason pay attention to the tightness of the thread holding the buttons on. But when a button does come off, you can sew it right back on. Anybody can do that, even the most thumb-fingered guy. And if the button disappears, another button will do, if it is about the same size.
Also, zippers can be a line of METALLIC COLD when you first put a garment on. You don't feel any chill from buttons.
My cold-dry weather outfit is (top) long-sleeve cotton tee shirt, then silk-acrylic sweater, then a Woolrich Men's Wool Stag Shirt-Jac, and (bottom) boxer-briefs, then a sheep-wool knit pants that I ordered from a seamstress in the Russian Federation, then woven wool pants, then blue jeans. On feet: Woolrich's superthick over-the-calf hiking socks, and either Merrell Mocs if I'm indoors or Montrail boots if I'm outdoors. Head: Carhartt ski mask acrylic-thinsulate pullover hat, topped with a cotton bucket hat with a 2.5-inch brim. And sunglasses, if it's bright.
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That is a good looking coat. I'm a big fan of wool coats. I don't wear mine for many outdoor adventures, but I'm sure It'd work great. - Chris
inspireAson I do like wool as a jacket material. It has its place for me. And I'd be lying if I said I didn't like the traditional look. After all, I'm an old man at heart. -Krik
I can relate. I'm an old man at heart too.
Got one. Just sat in 20 degrees for 5 hours and i think it needs more insulation. And this coat is still being made and still expensive
I have two of them. Nothing like them....
Such a wonderful background! You see a lot of computer generated backgrounds on RUclips, but nothing that touches nature's beauty.
P.S. It never gets cold enough here to warrant such a warm jacket, but it looks great!
Huh. A PA tuxedo's better than a Canadian tuxedo, that's for sure...
PS: I'm loving the sort of retro look and colour grading you guys are using for your vids nowadays.
Let's see the infamous Canadian tux in your next vid??
BlackOwlOutdoors Hah! I don't think I own that much denim!
The buttons loose, thought one was flopping around?
Really great video. But when you were talking about the collar you should have mentioned the piece of fabric tab that buttons across the collar to hold it tight together it shows in the video but you didn't touch on it and some viewers might have wondered about it. I own a vintage jacket just like this one. And you were right about the buttons vs the snaps. And wow velcro lol.. Thank you for the great video. And they are still making these coats..
Where do you keep your ammo? did you have to buy a separate waterproof pouch to carry ammo? Is the game pouch in the back removable for cleaning? is it replaceable, if I forget to clean it? In my opinion, you can get better for way less, and stay dry while your hunting. Have a good day
That's a damn good looking jacket. Better than the Filson Mackinaw Cruiser IMO. Thanks for another great vid.
That's crazy talk.
I have both a vintage wool rich hunt coat, and a Filson mackinaw, and I love them both equally. The Filson is a lot more comfortable, and since it isn’t lined, it isn’t quite as warm or wind resistant, but it winds up being a bit more durable since the lining is usually the first thing to wear out.
Filson is garbage anymore
Mach1320 garbage, really? The quality has slipped slightly on a couple items, and they’ve added some filler items to their catalogue, but they still make better stuff than almost any other company out there today
@@dylanhall6355 I bought their $700 mac daddy coat last year, the sleeves were an uneven length, flaps in the back also uneven, loose strands of wool that could be pulled out. They did basically nothing in terms of customer service. Sent detailed pics and was told MAYBE we can do something with it, maybe not. Would need to be sent in and turn around was like 8 weeks, just in time for spring... No partial refund nothing, $700 top level limited production item that i was expected to send back immediately which i could then MAYBE wear the following season ? No thanks, i really really wanted it to work out because the coat was exactly what i wanted but i had to get a refund i just cant support that kind of business. They've sold out.
That is a great looking, well designed coat. It is a shame that Woolrich does not make a tall version of it. Filson does but despite the wonderful quality it is lacking in many of the features and at considerably more cost.
Awesome coat! I found a 1960's one in very good shape for 10 bucks at a thrift store and the inner lining I replaced with wool. The longevity of a quality wool made in the USA jacket is unbelievable now a days!
That's a sweet deal. Which city did you find that from??
Velcro, Nylon lined top pockets and sleeves, wool blend, plus collar to big for my liking, all put me off it, others its a great style/ colour combo.
great video. I have a similar one. However, I also have a woolrich parka and to be honest the finishing of woolrich has that extra touch and finish that current clothing misses compared to the old days one. I mean our parents when were kids. I may try to get one. Greeting form the Basque in Spain
Great review, wish the jacket was made in the States. The other alternative is Filson's Mackinaw, but it is just too oddly shaped. The chest pockets are too low on tall sizes.
I got the double mackinaw from my fathers friend because he never wore it. For me it fits great and is essentially brand new even though it's over 20 years old.
Try the stormy kromer mackinaw. Made in Michigan and good quality
Hello from the ever cold Michigan! I've been looking for a new winter coat and I've heard of wool rich, I was sad to find out this one was no longer made. Thankfully I like their other stuff. Great review, keep up the great work, -Patrick
+Patrick Jennings Hey Patrick. Yea not sure why they stopped making this. But since we live in PA and Woolrich is based here, there's LOADS of their stuff in thrift stores.
+Black Owl Outdoors they stopped making it because it lost them $0.05 I'm sure if it...
Check out filson. They are based in Seattle I believe and make similar stuff.
BlackOwlOutdoors
That jacket is so you.
wool jacets seems to be rare nowdays.
Outsider Yea not many people still wear wool. But I sure do. Ha.
sweet jacket
That's a nice coat
What size is this one in the video?
just placed a bid on this exact coat on goodwill auction...hope I win it!
Hey
Just wondering how the snaps have held up so far.
Great vid
How is sizing
good vid, thanx
Great video. Do you know what the differences are between the classic hunt coat and the modern hunt coat sold by woolrich are?
+nudge2626 The modern hunt coat is no longer being made.
Great Video thanks, i know you get asked this probably 1000 times but what camera do you guys use. Thanks again!
Hey man I can't seem to reply to your response on this video for some reason or at least it isn't showing that I am but I was in Pittsburgh due to family issues so unfortunately it wasn't a trip that I could enjoy the outdoors at the time
Good review, What brand/style is your hat?
hey Krik and others.....anyone know where I can purchase this jacket..? thanx
Nice coat
Soy de Chile como me gustaria tener una aca ase mucho frío saludos
Does this jacket have the game pockets on the back.
Whats the brand and stylename of the hat? Thanks
Where can I buy it? Please give me the link
I just subbed but I have one quick question. What size is that? Looks like a SCHMEDIUM to me ;)
cool video ! What size and weight are you ? What size did you wearing ? Just to have an idea about mine... Thank you very much
I was wearing a medium. I'm 5 feet 9 inches tall and weight 165 pounds. For extra, extra layering, I could have bought a large.
Thank you very much for your answer, love your videos continue on this way !
hey what backpack do you have on in this video?
Black Owl Outdoors love the channel guys! been looking at this Jacket, and as a tall (6'5) skinny (190lbs) guy was wondering if you thought this jacket would work for someone with my body type? BTW, my wife is also from south central PA so we are in the area often. Have you been to the Woolrich factory store?
Timothy Lansner thanks! my guess is that it wouldn't work well for your frame dimensions, but i'm not 100% sure. perhaps they have a tall option available, but i'm not sure. and yes, we have been to the factory store and we love it! nothing quite like stopping off at the woolrich store before you head out for some camping in the surrounding state forests! - stony
Timothy, I think you are limited to either the LL Bean hunting coat or one of the Filson Mackinaw Cruisers being tall. I am 6' 6" and have the same issues on classic coats like these. I have owned the Bean coat and liked it but the sleeves tend to ride up a bit with the arms extended. I have a Filson on the way but know their extra long tincloth fits me perfectly. Hoping the wool cruiser does the same
Thanks so much!
Are there any decent wool jackets you'd recommend for someone on a budget?
a used jacket on eBay perhaps?
Woolrich or Filson? Which is better?
Gabriel Sandoval they’re both great. The woolrich is a tiny bit warmer since it’s lined, but the Filson is more comfortable and more breathable. Filson uses 100% wool, and woolrich uses a wool and nylon blend. The Filson has a slightly roomier fit.
What kind of hat are you wearing? Its awesome..
Josh Hanson fedora ??
Overall the sleeves look too tight. My vintage jackets have way more room in the sleeve, buttons for adjustment, mohair cuffs on the inside.
How does this compare to a Filson Mackinaw?
+Torleif Askedal Never owned a Filson, can't say unfortunately.
I love my Filson Mackinaw Cruiser. I also like the fact that it still made in the USA. Right in Seattle, Washington. I'm not taking anything away from Woolrich but do they still make products in PA? Let me know please because that's almost a local company for me since I live in Delaware.
The hunting coats and much other Woolrich clothing is imported, not USA made
your a pa guy me to Scranton area cool
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Great review!
Turtles?
Hello, I liked your review and bought one of these coats from the Woolrich site a few months back for our upcoming trip to Patagonia. I returned it however upon noticing that the coat's interior is lined in cotton. Cotton is a poor choice in this garment because its wet weather behavior is unfriendly. It gets wet, stays wet and cold, and then transfers moisture to one's inner layers of clothing and skin. Not good. The big advantage of a wool cruiser like this lay in wool's ability to shed some water and keep the wearer warm even when it gets wet, a trait reduced if connected to a cotton lining. Strange design choice. Appreciate your review anyway.
Good news guys, this is either the same coat, or a very similar one.
www.woolrich.com/woolrich/details/men-s-classic-field-wool-coat/_/R-503
Justin Jeffries That is the "original" version. It's cut differently, but still has the same features.
Ah, darn.
I love wool, unfortunately its become popular with the trendy crowd. The pricing is ridiculous and the styling has become fashion over usefulness. It's a shame.
Glad I came to watch this before buying. Seems woolrich went hipster on this jacket with all that cotton. Real outdoor situation where you get wet and all that cotton is going to be miserable
What hat are you wearing in this video
cool coat-expensive though...
Gina G Yes it is. But I'm done growing and it will last my lifetime. That's how I look at things that cost a lot. As long as they'll last, I think it's worth it. -krik
nicely said.
Please give me one free ...
Too bad you have to sell your first born to afford one.
"Pennsylvania Tuxedo", you got a spit take out of that one sir.
-A fellow Pennsylvanian
Jesse Klick Hello fellow keystoner!. What part of the state are you in?
BlackOwlOutdoors
The Mechanicsburg area.
I have the same coat. It is amazing. However the buttons are a bit flimsy and a cold wind does get through the openings between the button holes. I brought it to an outdoor store and had a field jacket zipper put in and use the buttons as backup in case of a zipper failure. This is the best coat I've ever owned.
Nice coat there Krik. Kinda similar to what I bought in the late 90's. p2.vatera.hu/photos/3e/95/5197_1_big.jpg
I had the original version of that coat and had to sell it as it was just a little too small. the improvements you noted are a great upgrade. I also like the button storm closure around the collar/under the collar.
Your comments about how the jacket is to be utilized are spot on. I just recently bought a Cabela's Legacy wool jacket, in Loden, which is the competitor to that jacket. It has zips, no storm cuffs and no collar closure but it is 100% wool with a quilted nylon lining, a bit of thinsulate and some form of internal membrane making it waterproof (apparently; haven't tested that yet). I wore it last weekend for a 7 mile walkabout in the NJ Pine Barrens. Started out at 30 degrees, warmed up to 40. Whew! had to take it off and strap it over the top of my Kelty Strike. Too warm. I came to the exact same conclusion- it is to be worn when not trying to do long heavy walking or hiking - more for slow purposeful motion - as in hunting :)
You did an excellent job describing the jacket and the comments about how and when to wear it were crucial to the review. Thanks!
Every time I see one of these for sale at a reasonable price, it’s far too large. Got the pants that go with it at a Goodwill today for $4, though.
This is a great jacket. I've own one for a few years now. BUT... both the snap buttons and the other buttons are cheap, especially the larger buttons. They're made of a cheap plastic and can come off if you're a bit careless or hard when buttoning or unbuttons. Other than that, everything he said is spot on!
My grandfather wore one whenever we'd go hunting, my uncle has it now, my girlfriend got me one but it has a hood, i love it, it reminds me of my grandfather, a true all around outdoorsman
thats one mighty fine coat
wish they had more colors other than red
You did a video on this jacket before and I immediately bought it. I love the idea of the pockets on the chest that are the hand warmer pockets. I really love it too. Thanks for the recommendation!!!
Louise Florida You're welcome. Does it keep you warm in the cold weather?
BlackOwlOutdoors Here in south Florida the coldest we have gotten this year has been 40 and yes it was nice and warm and I had no shivers at all. When I go to Missouri this year that will be the real test. lol
That;s were I would build a fire
Sometimes I wish it got cold enough in Australia to wear these big jackets
You don't though. Lol trust a Canadian.
bennn05
yeah I really don't like the cold haha
Muffins I like the cold and snow, but we don't have crazy winters like our friends to the north. It's work well.
BlackOwlOutdoors a winters day here is like 15 degrees minimum. usually sits around 20. Celsius obviously. No snow for me.
This morning my thermometer says -40 celsius.