Carhartt Coat Question..

[thatguy]

I am looking to buy a Carhartt jacket and cant figure out what lining I want. Here in VA it never really gets that cold (ave 20-30's at night, +40's day), I want something warm, but not too warm, for casual wear.. The jacket is the 12oz cotton duck material so it should be pretty wind proof..

My choices are 1) thermal lining - which is lightweight waffle looking weave, OR 2) quilted, flannel lining - which is a much heavier than the thermal lining. The model of jacket I am looking at does not offer the blanket or fleece lining that is available in other jackets..

Any suggestions, thoughts, or comments?

Brian

 

[themichelob]

I'm a cold weather guy, and I prefer a lighter jacket. I like the quilted nylon thermal lining as it seems to "breathe" better than the flannel. You can always wear a flannel shirt under it for extra warmth if needed, and add more layers if it gets real cold. I very seldom zip up a jacket, unless it's real windy--to each his own.....
Regards, Mike

 

[bigtiller]

My choices are 1) thermal lining - which is lightweight waffle looking weave, OR 2) quilted, flannel lining - which is a much heavier than the thermal lining. The model of jacket I am looking at does not offer the blanket or fleece lining that is available in other jackets..

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I preferr the thermal lining, it makes it easer to take the jacket off and put it back on.

 

[Diesel-ME]

Take a look at Duluth Trading's stuff. I have lots of Carhartt stuff and lots of Duluth stuff. It's all good.

I like this jacket for weather from, say, 20-45°

~Paul

 

[MossRoad]

... I want something warm, but not too warm, for casual wear.. ...

If you are not sure, buy the lighter weight jacket and wear a zip up hooded sweatshirt underneath it on colder days.

 

[RobS]

My choices are 1) thermal lining - which is lightweight waffle looking weave, OR 2) quilted, flannel lining - which is a much heavier than the thermal lining. The model of jacket I am looking at does not offer the blanket or fleece lining that is available in other jackets..

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I preferr the thermal lining, it makes it easer to take the jacket off and put it back on.

Ditto what bigtiller says, the thermal lining is slick so the jacket is much easier to get on/off over all sorts of layers underneath. And like Mossroad, I also wear a hooded sweatshirt underneath. Even with the hood down, it offers some nice neck protection that the jacket does not.

 

[Erik_in_Hoyt]

does it have to say "Carhartt" on the tag?
if not, you might also check Discount Hunting Gear, Discount Hunting Boots, Discount Shoes, Discount Ammunition, Discount Ammo, Discount Boots, Military Surplus, Outdoor Gear At the Sportsman's Guide and see what they offer in flannel and fleece lined jackets.

another option would be to check out Vanderbilt's if you have them up your way - they stock about 6 different brands of lined duck work jackets from $20 - $90 depending on brand and features.

(I can also attest to the durability of the Duluth Trading clothing - I have a flannel lined "firehose canvas" shirt from them that I use as a coat, but then I'm also the sort to go out in the snow without shoes or a shirt to feed the dogs, so my idea of "warm enough" is highly suspect -- at least according to she-who-must-be-obeyed...)

 

[hunterridgefarm]

Ditto what bigtiller says, the thermal lining is slick so the jacket is much easier to get on/off over all sorts of layers underneath. And like Mossroad, I also wear a hooded sweatshirt underneath. Even with the hood down, it offers some nice neck protection that the jacket does not.

I agree with Rob and Moss. I wear a hooded sweatshirt under a goosedown vest. Keeps my arms free and if I get too hot I take the vest off.

You could also take your wife with you to help you pick it out. Tell her you want the one that does'nt make you butt look big !

 

[thatguy]

Take a look at Duluth Trading's stuff. I have lots of Carhartt stuff and lots of Duluth stuff. It's all good.

I like this jacket for weather from, say, 20-45ｰ

~Paul

Someone over on ar15.com headed me this direction as well.. I really hate buying a coat based on a drawing and not a picture though..

OOPs.. i just found the picture view..

It does not have to be a carhartt - I am looking for something that is not light brown (looks like a deer color) though..

Worst case scenerio is i get one jacket now.. and another later on LOL

Brian

 

[RobertN]

does it have to say "Carhartt" on the tag?

(I can also attest to the durability of the Duluth Trading clothing - I have a flannel lined "firehose canvas" shirt from them that I use as a coat, but then I'm also the sort to go out in the snow without shoes or a shirt to feed the dogs, so my idea of "warm enough" is highly suspect -- at least according to she-who-must-be-obeyed...)

I was going to mention that too. The "Fire Hose canvas" clothing Duluth Trading sells is pretty nice stuff. I have some of the pants; they are downright tough material, but after a couple washings, supple and soft to wear.

Just like real fire hose jacket material

Fire Hoseｮ Clothing & Apparel?-?Duluth Trading Company

 

[Soundguy]

Ask Bird how he likes his.. I believe that is a CH he is sporting in his avatar.

Soundguy

 

[crbr]

I went into northern Illinois to work back in 1984. Being a native Tennessean, I had never experienced cold weather like they have there (inclusive of the windchill factor). Short of the long, I ended up buying a set of Carhartts coats for each 10 degree range of temperature, i.e. 40 deg. F, 30 deg. F, 20 deg. F, then coveralls for below 20 deg F. A small investment to stay warm and comfortable. The type of lining will serve you appropiately depending on the temperature range. Also the jacket length is important. I have one short jacket for 40 deg. F. After that it is the longer 3/4 length. I like the longer field jackts (blanket lined) as well.

Carhartt on the tag IS a requirement for me, from experience in 13 years of lasting quality and winter warmth. No need to look elsewhere for me. It's each to their own. Over the 13 years there, I grew with age and size and went through several iterations of sizing but nonetheless, it was a very comforting investment. Don't forget the parka hood for windchill days, It does make a difference in preventing possible frostbite at below zero deg. F temps or a chilly day of wind and sting. Those hoods pull out and keep wind off of your face very nicely. I prefer the full leg zipper for the coveralls. I chose not to do the overall / jacket combination.

 

[Farmwithjunk]

I'm sorta the poster child for Carhardtt work wear. Let's see, I've got Carhardtt socks, long underwear, pocket tee's, jeans, hooded sweatshirts, insulated bibs, 4 styles of jackets/coats, 2 styles of gloves, ect. I'd say I'm a loyal customer. (I'm BIG by most standards. 6'-5" 265. Carhardtt workwear is one of a very few manufacturers of QUALITY workwear that fits me comfortably and still holds up to my abuse)

I wear their hooded sweatshirt style jacket with the "Thinsulate" lining MOST of the winter. It's MUCH warmer than the fleece lined version. When I need the insulated bibs, I wear the hoody under the bibs, then an old style "Stockmans Jacket" over the hoody/bibs. The Stockman coat was discontinued several years back. It's a lot longer coat than the "normal" Carhardtt jackets that are more popular. (10" to 12" below waistline) The Stockman coat was only available with the heavy wool lining. When it's REALLY cold, and I'm wanting a jacket that's warm, but also easy to move in, I wear one of a couple "regular" style Carhardtt jackets I own. BOTH have the Thinsulate lining. They're as warm or WARMER than the wool liners and yet the jacket is lighter, thinner, and easier to move my arms, ect.

So, in the humble opinion of a VERY loyal Carhardtt customer who's tried 'em all, go with the Thinsulate liner. It's warmer, more comfortable, easier to move around in, lighter, and much less bulky.

 

[billbill1]

I also wear the hooded jacket that resembles a hooded sweatshirt. I have completely worn two of them out-and that takes a very long time. They are very warm for a light weight jacket and available in colors other than light brown. I wear uninsulated duck overalls, my favorite brand of them are Key. I have the same in Carhartt but the Keys are more comfortable to me. I have a couple of Carhartt chore coats too but don't wear them often. I use a Carhartt hood (uinattached) when plowing snow, it lets my head move around better for visibility.

 

[thatguy]

Well after way too much research and deliberations..

I ended up ordering the Carhartt Active Jak with the quilted flannel lining - its looks like a hooded sweatshirt, but made with the cotton duck material.. Down the road I may order another coat/jacket for more casual wear

thanks for all the feedback and suggestions

Brian

 

[Egon]

One jacket for all temps don't work. Go for a shell and layer stuff underneath. Means you are much more flexible in choice for temperature and working conditions.

 

[joe48]

I vote for almost any of the "construction type" coats from Carhart , Walls, Walmart, and my latest set of very cold work wear is from Sportsmans Guide,very heavy duty,very warm.
I have one CH thats over 30yrs old thats been passed to my son, I out grew it. I have a Walls barncoat that I use for cool/cold weather construction work/welding, that has a wool liner that doesn't burn or hold sparks like the synthetic materials do and the cotton duck looks like someone shot me with #8.
Wallmart, TSC, Dicks, Gander Mnt.,all have good selections, I've never had a problem with Sportsmans Guide, if youre not satisfied send it back and they'll replace it or return your money, no questions.

 

[Redbug]

I have 3 different Carhart jackets. I cannot think of a more durable jacket than Carhart's.

I have the traditional coat with arctic quilted lining, then the duck jean jacket blanket lined, and the workcamo active jacket quilted flannel lined.

I wear the jean jacket probably the most, since moving to SC since it is a shorter jacket and it really does not get extremely cold down here.

The thing that bothers me about most of the jackets are the zippers. They do not have double zippers. I like to unzip the bottom of a jacket up some while leaving the top portion zipped. Handy for sitting in a truck, etc. Maybe by now, they have incorporated double zippers. My jackets are years old.

One of my friends always says..."If the country went to **** in a handbasket, the only things left would be ole Redbug, his Carhart, and the cockroaches!".

 

[thatguy]

The local A & N store (army & navy - Stores only in VA) had blanket lined, cotton duck jackets on sale for $12.99 (msrp $60, marked down to $26, then 50% off)... My carhartt is probably sitting on the porch waiting for us to return home, but this a&n jacket seems nice, but doesnt seem to stop the wind.. Ill compare it to the carhartt and see for sure..

BUT for $13, it will become the go to dirty jacket. LOL

Merry Christmas

Brian

 

[Boondox]

Another Carhartt wearer here, with a variety of their products depending on how cold it gets. I have one lined in flannel for when it's not very cold (above freezing) one with the Thinsulate material for sub-zero or 20-30F if on the tractor and not generating body heat, and insulated coveralls plus long johns and the insulated jacket over layers for those nippy days when the high hits 30 below. All have served me very well. Last year we had a construction accident in town where a crew entered a home in which there was a gas leak. It blew up several rooms from them, but the fireball filled the house and blew out the windows, doors, etc. The guys wearing Carhartts only received burns on the backs of their necks where the skin was exposed. All had perforated ear drums, but one guy wearing a cheap knock-off had the jacket liner burned right to his skin. After that I stopped looking at other brands, though it's my understanding there are a few out there with the same level of quality as Carhartt.