I'm looking for a work jacket that's sturdy, functional, discreet/understated (no big logos that can't be easily cut off, or fashionable details), doesn't restrict movement, and will work as a main piece of outerwear for rainy, windy or cold days in a mediterranean climate.Winters aren't cold here so it's mainly about being insulated from wind and rain, and I'll just layer a fleece underneath if it gets really cold.I was thinking about pic related. Are there any better options? Hiking softshells or mil-tec style hardshells seem like they'd be too fragile and that tradeoff doesn't seem worth it for a bit more water resistance but what do I know
>>2884125i would recommend this greek military surplus jacket. greeks are bigtime meds
>>2884128Isn't that kind of jacket shit for the rain?
>>2884129big part of board lives in climates where its either above 50°F (rain but tolerable when wet) or below freezing (no rain) with maybe a single week yearly in the gay cold rain rangeso you end up getting recommended wool and impregnated cotton then ure suffering in some gay memeropean winter-is-rain-season 35°F rain 6 months per year hell hole
>>2884133>ure suffering in some gay memeropean winter-is-rain-season 35°F rain 6 months per year hell holeYeah pretty much. I'm usually either too hot or too wet or both.
2884133Is this a bot? What kind of deranged lunatic gets bitter at weather? >>2884125Softshells are sold as work apparel over here, construction workers use them. It's worth to check your country's Decathlon. I have no experience with oilskin or waxed canvas but some people seem to like them, Swanndri makes a work oilskin coat with short sleeves even.
>>2884146How "neurodivergent" are youThere's a reason "talking about the weather" is used as a stand-in for making small talk and it is not because people think cold fronts or low pressure systems are intellectually stimulating.
>>2884274I honestly have no idea what you're on about. Take your medication.
>>2884125I used a hiking softshell when I was working as a carpenter/framer and it's still in good condition, except for the stupid zipper that doesn't work properly anymore
>>2884128Any suggestions for people that don't want to look like a total Chud?
>>2884125Honestly just get the Carhartt jacket. They're insanely durable and very warm. I've had mine for over 10 years at this point, and I still wear it daily during the fall/winter. I'd recommend going a size or two up so you can properly layer underneath of it. I normally wear a medium or large, but I got the XL Carhartt (bought it when I was still fat), and I can easily fit a hoodie underneath.
>>2884328How's the water resistance?
>>2884330It's alright. It's definitely not a rain jacket by any stretch, but it'll keep you dry if you get caught in a shower. With it being canvas, I'd imagine you could wax it for a little extra water protection.
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