Baldrick Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 I need a new shooting coat that will keep me warm and totally dry when standing in sideways rain on Norfolk sugar beet or in Highland blizzards, and still be breatheable and water repellent. Tweed, waxed cotton and anything non-Goretex I already own, and these fabrics' uses are limited in my opinion. Money is no object, providing I get jacket that will cope with hard, daily use. I am thinking Musto (the Munro jacket?), Sasta, Laksen etc. Can anyone offer any advice based on what they own and use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Browning Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 (edited) Take a look at Harkila, I have the Pro Hunter kit. Very good kit that has stood up to (so far) three years of keepering and beating, and the worst that the Scottish Highlands can throw at it. Without a doubt the best winter clothing that I have ever owned. Not cheap, but then you get what you pay for. Edited January 26, 2009 by Browning Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 What you need is a musto keepers coat. Apart from having to reproof it after washing I have had one for 4-5 years and it is superb. John Norris is doing them for £99.99 at the moment Mine was £200, and it is the best £200 I have ever spent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldrick Posted January 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 Browning, I agree that the Harkila is a superb jacket, having tried one. Unfortunately the zippered pocket on the left breast mucks up gun mounting for me as a left-hander. MC, the Keeper jacket looks good. I'll keep it in mind. I might just buy one anyway at £99. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrispti Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 (edited) My Mrs bought me a deerhunter smallville 2 jacket , around £130 ish, Iv been wearing it whilst sat in some horrendous weather on the foreshore, kept me bone dry. http://www.country-outdoor-clothing.co.uk/...hunter-all.html Edited January 26, 2009 by chrispti Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_R Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 That Musto one looks nice. I have been wearing a winter fishing coat, which had been fine for beating but the surface is a bit slippery for shooting. Would you say the fabric of the Musto is a good surface for the butt of a gun to bear against? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonno243 Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 Schoffel Ptarmigan...............accept no substitute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lapwing Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 Have you looked at Hoggs "Ranger" coats? Warm & dry, but maybe a bit bulky when you have the fleece liner fitted. I use a Deerhunter "Dublin" gore tex for everyday and has lasted 7 years so far without leaks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davecooper1 Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 best coat ive had is timberland shooting jacket loads of pockets bit heavy 230 quid but boy is it warm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flashman Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 What you need is a musto keepers coat. Apart from having to reproof it after washing I have had one for 4-5 years and it is superb. John Norris is doing them for £99.99 at the moment Mine was £200, and it is the best £200 I have ever spent How heavyweight and warm is this coat, MC? I have a Barbour Trapper Endurance Coat - outstanding, warm, bullet proof - but too warm for our Southern weather. I've worn it twice this year and am looking for something lighter weight, hence the interest the Musto coat. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 (edited) How heavyweight and warm is this coat, MC? I have a Barbour Trapper Endurance Coat - outstanding, warm, bullet proof - but too warm for our Southern weather. I've worn it twice this year and am looking for something lighter weight, hence the interest the Musto coat. Thanks. Flashman, If you want something lightweight ask gameclay what his is. The keepers coat is ideal for a siberian expedition in the middle of the ice age. The Musto one won't make you look like Mr Toad though Edited January 27, 2009 by MC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flashman Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 The Musto one won't make you look like Mr Toad though Yes, I'll probably stick to tweed, to match the breeks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirnovember Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 How heavyweight and warm is this coat, MC? I have a Barbour Trapper Endurance Coat - outstanding, warm, bullet proof - but too warm for our Southern weather. I've worn it twice this year and am looking for something lighter weight, hence the interest the Musto coat. Thanks. I think it is one of the lightest jackets on the market. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 I think it is one of the lightest jackets on the market. Which one? It certainly isn't the keepers jacket. It is seriously heavyweight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_R Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 Keeper's jacket might be too warm by the sound of that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_R Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 (edited) A quick follow up: John Norris only showed sizes S, XXL, and XXXL in stock. So, being a skinny type I took a chance on small. The sleeves are a just a bit too short, but otherwise not a bad fit. However I can tell I would get frustrated by that, so at £99 quid I am going to let my wife have it as she enjoyed beating this season. A quick Google around shows a few other suppliers who also lack stock of all sizes. Quality wise, it looks very good, and it is very warm. If I find a medium size at a good price I'll get one, as for now I'll carry on making do with my old fishing coats/jackets. Edited January 30, 2009 by john_r Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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