Barbour
Bedale Waxed Cotton Jacket
The Barbour Bedale is a relaxed-fit outerwear jacket made from rugged 6 oz water-resistant waxed cotton, intended for everyday wear in cool, damp conditions. It has a pointed corduroy collar with a snap tab, raglan sleeves, a two-way metallic zip covered by a snap flap, flap and side pockets, recessed rib knit cuffs, and a checkered lining. A waxed cotton tartan detachable hood is available separately (item 17764-26335).
- Material
- 6 oz waxed cotton
- Gender
- male
- Style
- casual, heritage, classic, utilitarian, relaxed-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Specifications
Classic Barbour Bedale jacket in water-resistant waxed cotton with a relaxed fit and practical outdoor details.
6 oz water-resistant waxed cotton, pointed corduroy collar with snap tab, raglan sleeves, two-way metallic zip under snap flap, flap and side pockets, recessed rib knit cuffs, checkered lining; detachable tartan hood sold separately.
- Material
- 6 oz waxed cotton
- Style
- casual, heritage, classic, utilitarian, relaxed-fit
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, weekend, travel, running-errands
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Additional Attributes
- Rugged water-resistant 6 oz waxed cotton fabric
- Relaxed fit
- Pointed corduroy collar with snap tab for neck protection
- Raglan sleeves
- Two-way metallic zip under snap flap
- Flap pockets
- Side pockets
- Recessed rib knit cuffs
- Checkered lining
- Compatible detachable waxed cotton tartan hood sold separately
Product Insights
Numeric chest sizing with a relaxed cut; most buyers take their true chest size, sizing down only for a trimmer look. Uninsulated shell for shoulder seasons; the cotton lining adds little warmth, so winter use depends on zip-in liners or layering. New or freshly re-waxed jackets can transfer wax to leather, upholstery and light materials; heat raises the risk. Sponge clean only; do not professionally clean, machine wash or dry clean. The listing calls it 6 oz waxed cotton; Barbour identifies the Classic Bedale as 6 oz Sylkoil, though some retailers describe the same jacket as thornproof. The tartan hood shown in images is sold separately, not included with the jacket.
Verified claims
- fit_and_sizing
- Numeric chest sizing with a relaxed cut; most buyers take their true chest size, sizing down only for a trimmer look.
- fit_and_sizing
- Relaxed fit translates to substantial chest ease; size 40 measures about 124 cm across the chest, roughly 9 inches over a 40-inch body.
- fit_and_sizing
- Sleeves run about 78.5 cm on sizes 38 and 40 and suit average-to-tall wearers; very long arms may need Barbour's lengthening service.
- variant_availability
- Navy/Midnight Blue stops at size 44 while Brown runs through 46; both colours share sizes 36–44 at the same price.
- performance
- Uninsulated shell for shoulder seasons; the cotton lining adds little warmth, so winter use depends on zip-in liners or layering.
- performance
- New or freshly re-waxed jackets can transfer wax to leather, upholstery and light materials; heat raises the risk.
- care_instructions
- Sponge clean only; do not professionally clean, machine wash or dry clean.
- care_instructions
- Re-wax roughly once a year with Thornproof dressing; wax wears first at shoulders, elbows, cuffs, pocket edges and seams.
- materials
- The listing calls it 6 oz waxed cotton; Barbour identifies the Classic Bedale as 6 oz Sylkoil, though some retailers describe the same jacket as thornproof.
- performance
- Water-resistant rather than fully waterproof, and not very breathable compared with a technical shell.
- materials
- New waxed cotton feels stiff and heavier than expected and breaks in with wear; it stretches only about 1–2 cm slowly.
- aesthetics
- Waxed cotton develops a lived-in patina at wear points; Navy shows pale wax-starved areas more readily than Brown.
- design
- Corduroy collar with snap tab protects the neck and can be raised; the wale texture is designed to draw rain away.
- design
- Raglan sleeves reduce exposed shoulder seams for weather resistance and movement, at the cost of a softer, less structured shoulder line.
- design
- Two-way metallic zip under a snap flap lets you vent from the bottom for room or the top for cooling without fully opening the jacket.
- design
- Storage includes flap pockets and side pockets, with a visible chest slash pocket and patch pocket in images.
- design
- Recessed rib-knit cuffs seal the wrist and sit inside the sleeve opening; they add warmth but make sleeve alterations more involved.
- design
- The tartan hood shown in images is sold separately, not included with the jacket.
- design
- Checkered cotton lining adds heritage style and a bit of warmth; a drip strip at the hem helps block upward water.
- styling
- Short, casual cut pairs well with jeans, cropped chinos and tartan shirts, and works in town or country.
- value
- Value comes from longevity: re-waxing and repair services extend the jacket's life, and Barbour still hand-manufactures and re-loves Bedale jackets.
Product record
- Title
- Bedale Waxed Cotton Jacket
- Brand
- Barbour
- Price
- 628 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
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Staying dry on rainy days, in town or country
For wet-weather wear, this Barbour jacket is made of rugged, water-resistant 6 oz waxed cotton designed so rain rolls off the surface. The pointed corduroy collar has a snap tab meant to help keep rain away from your neck, and the relaxed fit suits a range of settings, from country outings to city wear.[1,2,3]
Staying warm on cold days in town or country
For chilly days out, the Bedale pairs a mediumweight waxed cotton outer with Barbour's classic tartan cotton lining, which the brand describes as providing warmth and comfort. Moleskin-lined hand-warmer pockets are said to bring welcome warmth on a cold day, and thicker cotton storm cuffs help keep warmth in. The corduroy collar can also be raised for extra coverage in bad weather.[1,3,4]
Versatile Jacket for Everyday Wear
Use this versatile waxed cotton jacket for year-round wearing across a range of lifestyles, suitable for both city-goers and country environments. The jacket's casual style complements almost any outfit in your wardrobe. For styling, try pairing it with a relaxed t-shirt and jeans, or completing the look with cropped chinos and a classic tartan shirt.[1]
Dress the Bedale up or down across seasons with liners and hoods
The Barbour Bedale is built to be adapted: it has zip-in rails that accept Barbour's quilted and polar quilt liners, and it's compatible with optional hoods, which Barbour says lets you wear it year round and change up your style. If you want the tartan waxed cotton hood for this jacket, note it's sold separately. The liner and hood pieces attach to the jacket itself, so you can adjust it for colder days or different looks without swapping jackets.[1,2,3,4,5]
Extend the Life of Your Jacket
Barbour offers hand re-waxing, repair, and Re-Love services to care for its iconic wax jackets. These services are presented as a way for customers to extend the lives of their garments through careful maintenance by family-owned experts.[6]
Rear vents designed for easier movement
The Bedale has dual rear vents with snap fastenings, a feature meant to make moving around in the jacket easier. When you're bending, reaching, or staying active while wearing it, the vents can open to give you more room to move.[3]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Bedale Waxed Cotton Jacket: Choose this if you want a relaxed-fit, year-round waxed jacket for casual everyday wear, with water-resistant mediumweight 6 oz waxed cotton, a shinier contemporary finish with increased weather resistance relative to Barbour's Classic Bedale, and a tartan-lined interior with moleskin hand-warmer pockets and storm cuffs. It takes zip-in quilted or polar quilt liners and optional removable hoods, and Barbour offers re-waxing and repair services to help extend the jacket's life. Note that the waxed cotton tartan hood is sold separately rather than included.[1,2,3,5,6] | Liddesdale Diamond Quilted Jacket: Choose this if you want a timeless diamond-quilted jacket for smart-casual, cool-weather wear over a shirt: it has a corduroy collar that can be raised for extra warmth, full-length snap buttons, front patch pockets, and a 100% polyamide shell in Mossy Green or Navy/Midnight Blue, with sizes from small to X-large (navy listed only in small and medium). Reviews synthesis describes it as surprisingly warm for its weight and well-constructed, keeping its shape over time. Note that its slim fit is reported to run small with sleeves often running long, so the analysis advises sizing up if you plan to layer thick sweaters underneath and budgeting for possible sleeve tailoring.[7,8] | Beaufort Waxed Cotton Jacket: Choose this if you want a relaxed-fit, mid-thigh waxed cotton jacket built for wet weather — one reviewer suggests leaning toward it if you are over six feet tall. It stands out for its huge full-width rear game pocket (a reviewer fit five tall bottles inside) and compatibility with zip-in liners and rain-ready hoods, and reviewers report decades of heavy use with only minor wear. Note that the handwarmer pocket's soft cotton moleskin lining slightly lost insulation after hours of wet hands, and the wax coating naturally develops a patina and light crease marks as it ages.[9,10,11,12,13,14,15] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a dark brown waxed jacket worn by a model showing corduroy collar, central brass zipper with snap-button storm placket, flap pockets with snaps, and hood drawcord toggles at the shoulders.
- Overall silhouetteChest-length, straight-cut jacket shown front-on with a slightly relaxed fit on the model; hem falls near upper thigh.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.78 (medium) - Fabric finishExterior fabric has a waxed, slightly lustrous finish with subtle creasing and worn highlights consistent across the body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.22 · w 0.45 · h 0.54 (high) - Collar materialFold-down corduroy collar in a darker brown tone with visible wale texture.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Central closureExposed vertical brass-colored zipper visible down the front with an overlapping storm placket secured by matte dark snap buttons.
2 regions
x 0.39 · y 0.18 · w 0.03 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.20 · w 0.23 · h 0.58 (medium) - Patch pocket and flapLower front rectangular flap pocket on the visible side with a snap button and a pleated lower edge; pocket leather or waxed fabric matches jacket finish.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.62 · w 0.23 · h 0.19 (high) - Upper chest pocketSubtle vertical slash pocket on chest without visible closure on the shown side.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (medium) - Hood/neck detailFolded hood or neck panel with a lighter patterned fabric visible at the shoulder seam and near the collar; green cord drawstrings with small green plastic toggles hang at each shoulder.Partial
3 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (medium); x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.13 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.67 · y 0.18 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - CuffRib-knit inner cuff visible at sleeve opening in a dark brown color.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.73 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high) - Surface marking on pocket flapFaint raised or embossed mark on the lower pocket flap that is not legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.66 · w 0.10 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the jacket against a plain light gray background; soft even lighting with minimal shadow; image cropped to show head-to-mid-thigh.
- Model and poseMale model shown standing, angled slightly toward the camera with left arm relaxed; torso and upper legs visible.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundPlain, even light gray backdrop with no visible props or set elements.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing even illumination and gentle, minimal shadows along the jacket folds.
- Crop and framingImage framed to include model head, shoulders, jacket front and upper legs; lower hands partially visible and cropped at the fingers.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
dark brown· jacket bodydeep corduroy brown· corduroy collarbrass· front zipperforest green· hood drawcord toggles- Overall silhouetteChest-length, straight-cut jacket shown front-on with a slightly relaxed fit on the model; hem falls near upper thigh.
- 02
Product
Right-side closeup of a waxed cotton jacket showing the upper body, hood, corduroy collar, drawcord toggles, front snap placket, and a patch pocket on the chest area.
- Overall body materialSmooth waxed cotton outer fabric with a low sheen and visible creasing along the sleeve and front panel, in a deep brown tone.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.28 · w 0.75 · h 0.65 (high) - Corduroy collarFolded corduroy collar in a darker brown with visible wale texture; collar sits upright against the neck and has a metal snap visible on the right side.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (high) - Hood and liningAttached hood with a patterned tartan-style lining in muted greens and reds; the outer hood fabric matches the jacket body.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.16 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high) - Drawcord and togglesBlack drawcords emerging from the hood with dark green plastic cord toggles; one toggle hangs at chest level and the other near the collar.
2 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.30 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.24 · w 0.06 · h 0.09 (high) - Front closure detailCenter front snap placket with visible round matte snaps; placket runs vertically from collar toward the hem and is topstitched along its edges.
1 region
x 0.53 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.55 (high) - Patch pocketRectangular patch pocket on the left front panel (viewer right) with visible topstitching and an angled opening at its top edge.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.60 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high) - Visible stitchingSingle-line topstitching visible along seams and pocket edges in a thread color similar to the fabric.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.55 · w 0.45 · h 0.40 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing the model from the chest up on a plain light background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model and framingRight-three-quarter view of a male model cropped at mid-torso and above the head, showing the jacket on the model's right shoulder and chest.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 0.65 (high) - BackgroundEven off-white background with no visible props or texture.
- Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting from the front-left creating gentle highlights on the jacket and subtle shadows on the model's face and neck.
- Image cropImage is cropped to show the upper body and face; lower sleeves and full hem are outside the frame.
Colors
deep brown· jacket bodydark brown corduroy· corduroy collarmuted tartan· hood liningdark green· drawcord toggles- Overall body materialSmooth waxed cotton outer fabric with a low sheen and visible creasing along the sleeve and front panel, in a deep brown tone.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a dark brown waxed-looking jacket with a folded hood showing a plaid lining, raglan sleeves, buttoned side flaps at the hem, and ribbed cuffs; shown on a model from the back.
- Back panelFlat single-piece back panel in a dark brown, slightly matte fabric with subtle surface creasing and visible topstitching near the side seams and hem.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.76 (high) - Folded hood with liningHood folded down over the upper back showing a dark grey plaid lining with thin vertical and horizontal stripes including visible thin red and yellow lines.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high) - Raglan sleeve constructionSleeves set in with raglan seam lines running from the neckline toward the underarm; sleeves are the same dark brown fabric as the body.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.10 · w 0.30 · h 0.72 (medium); x 0.58 · y 0.10 · w 0.30 · h 0.72 (medium) - Side hem flap with snapLower-side flap detail at the hem on the left side with a visible dark snap fastener; a matching snap is visible near the right hem.
2 regions
x 0.19 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.72 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high) - Ribbed cuffsRibbed knit cuff visible at each wrist extending slightly beyond the sleeve hem in a dark brown tone.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.76 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.76 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Hem shapeStraight hem with slight rear center dip and visible single-row topstitching along the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-shot of a model wearing the jacket against a plain light background with soft even lighting and minimal shadow; image is centered on the jacket back and cropped to include the model from head to mid-thigh.
- Model presentMale model shown from the back wearing the jacket; hands and part of corduroy trousers are visible below the hem.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral off-white background with soft, even studio lighting producing minimal shadows around the model edges.
- Shot compositionCentered rear view framing the entire back of the jacket, cropped above the knees, with the hood clearly visible.
Colors
dark brown· main body#342B2Bdark grey plaid with red and yellow lines· hood lining#544B4Bdeep brown· ribbed cuffs#342C2Cdark charcoal· snap fasteners#332826- Back panelFlat single-piece back panel in a dark brown, slightly matte fabric with subtle surface creasing and visible topstitching near the side seams and hem.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Barbour
Bedale® Waxed Jacket
Variants
11 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4655872 | Bedale Waxed Cotton Jacket - Brown - 36 | CA$628.00 | Yes |
| 4655873 | Bedale Waxed Cotton Jacket - Brown - 38 | CA$628.00 | Yes |
| 4655874 | Bedale Waxed Cotton Jacket - Brown - 40 | CA$628.00 | Yes |
| 4655875 | Bedale Waxed Cotton Jacket - Brown - 42 | CA$628.00 | Yes |
| 4655876 | Bedale Waxed Cotton Jacket - Brown - 44 | CA$628.00 | Yes |
| 4655882 | Bedale Waxed Cotton Jacket - Brown - 46 | CA$628.00 | Yes |
| 4655877 | Bedale Waxed Cotton Jacket - Navy/midnight Blue - 36 | CA$628.00 | Yes |
| 4655878 | Bedale Waxed Cotton Jacket - Navy/midnight Blue - 38 | CA$628.00 | Yes |
| 4655879 | Bedale Waxed Cotton Jacket - Navy/midnight Blue - 40 | CA$628.00 | Yes |
| 4655880 | Bedale Waxed Cotton Jacket - Navy/midnight Blue - 42 | CA$628.00 | Yes |
| 4655881 | Bedale Waxed Cotton Jacket - Navy/midnight Blue - 44 | CA$628.00 | Yes |