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Here’s a sharp looking, Made in Italy parka from Manifattura Ceccarelli (by way of Dick’s of Edinburgh). This is a bit of a Beaujolais brand by outdoor clothing standards (founded in 1998), but I’m super impressed by their classic styles, top shelf materials (wool, dry and waxed cotton) and unisex sizing. I have to admit, I’m …
Since I live in the wet Pacific Northwest, my idea of winter outerwear is a waxed cotton or tin cloth jacket. I’ll add a supplemental wool vest or quilted jacket if temps drop below 40. For readers shopping from ice pack climes, I offer some expedition grade parkas from the past and present. First Australasian …