Long before the phrase “Gore-Tex” was trademarked, waxed jackets were keeping men dry on land and sea. Although waterproof synthetics are widely available today, the waxed jacket’s natural properties ...

Before there were synthetic fabrics, before Gore-Tex and “weatherproof breathability,” there was thick cotton and a can of wax. Early sailors realized that wet sails caught the wind better than dry ...

By pairing lightweight insulation with a rugged waxed canvas shell, this jacket delivers three-season weather protection and ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Rewaxing my waxed jacket keeps it looking pristine and gives me the same sense of ...

There aren’t many jackets that can carry you through three seasons, but a waxed canvas jacket makes it look easy. In the fall and spring, the heavy-duty cotton is just light enough for transitional ...

Waxed cotton jackets are as important to the prep aristocracy as leather motorcycle jackets are to rock ’n’ roll. They’re also a legitimately fashionable, hardworking closet must-have. A waxed jacket ...

FABRIC TECH HAS come a long way, especially when it comes to outerwear. Some of our favorite outdoor jackets have water and wind-resistant shells. But of all the ways to stay dry out there, the waxed ...

Innovating performance materials is an ever-evolving science, with new technologies improving gear all the time. Products like waterproof down jackets with synthetic fill and battery-powered heated ...

A product can matter for a variety of reasons. Perhaps it addresses a problem. Or maybe it just looks cool. Patagonia’s new Lightweight Waxed Cotton Jacket, recently released as part of its fall and ...

Few jackets have what it takes to handle the worst weather possible. But the best waxed canvas jackets for men make it look like a walk in the park. They’re built from an old-school construction that ...

However, the wax coating that gives these cotton jackets their water-repellency is not permanent and fades with use. As a result, waxed jackets require periodic re-waxing to remain functional. “Over ...