By: Ask Bill
Submitted: 2010-04-28 02:04:05 | Word Count: 588
For avid hunting fans, you would not want leave home for your hunting trip without a hunting jacket. The hunting jacket completes your hunting gear whether it is a windy, cold or even a normal day, such as Cabela's windshear wool zipfront sweater which combines wool with a breathable, wind blocking windshear lining and plush berber fleece. There is also the Beretta Northeastern wool sweater which is layered or can be worn by itself. It is a proven performer for cool to mild days in the field and on the range. Its windproof, lined body takes the chill out of brisk winds while the fleece lined collar provides comfort. There is cotton twill shooting patches on both shoulders and ribknit cuffs and bottom. It can be easily cleaned by hand washing in cold water.
If you like corduroy, there is the corduroy hunting option such as Murphy's Pub corduroy jacket which is thick and rich. The look and feel of the jacket implies warmth and a quiet understated style. The jacket is built with a hint of hunting in mind and a brown corduroy jacket is a must any man's wardrobe. Another option is the corduroy workwear sportcoat which was inspired by a vintage hunting jacket. This classic corduroy jacket has been updated with signature workwear details with slightly professorial suede elbow patches and new patch pockets.
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For the usual wool hunting jacket, Ovation mens Melton hunt coat is a traditionally styled three button vented wool hunt coat. This coat is designed to maintain its elegant appearance throughout the rigors of field hunting. You can also opt for Smythe hunting jacket that features a notched collar and 2-button closure. It also features a buttoned strap at waist, flap hip pockets and asymmetrical hem, inverted back pleat, button -tab detail and single-button closure at cuffs, long sleeves and is also lined.
The khaki hunting choices include L.L.Bean original field coat with wool/nylon liner, this jacket is designed for hunting and built to withstand the briars and branches of the thick Maine woods. It is made of best grade two-ply 10oz cotton canvas, washed to feel broken-in and treated to repel moisture and stains. Underarm gussets and bi-swing shoulders let you move and reach with ease. Other features include sewn-in lining, cotton in body, nylon in sleeves and five pockets with enough room to carry a day's essentials. Another option is the Browning warm front halfzip fleece pull over which is a breathable, water resistant polyester shell that is combined with soft fleece lining for comfort on cool to mild days.
For those who prefer the Canvas hunting jacket, there is the Browning PF zip off sleeve jacket which converts from a jacket to a vest quickly and easily. It is made from 12oz. 100 cotton canvas with plenty of pockets for whatever you need. There is also a large blood-proof front load game bag with zip opening for easy cleaning, shell pockets with the pocket expander system for easy conversion to exposed shell loops, hook and loop pocket flap for easy shell pocket access, D-rings for dog training accessories, corduroy lined collar, two zippered front pockets, two-way front zipper with snap storm flap, adjustable cuffs and reactar pad pockets behind each shoulder patch (the pad sold separately).Dri Duck trekker canvas jacket is another lightweight yet heavy lifting jacket which is ideal for casual or work wear. It's crafted from 12-oz quarry-washed canvas and features interior cell phone and patch pockets, cotton twill lining and detailed sewing accents.
