Bond's SKYFALL Peacoat Revisited | Field Testing the NEW Billy Reid

In 2012 while in London to see the red carpet premiere of SkyFall, I reviewed the Billy Reid Bond Peacoat and this sartorial piece has been a staple in the Bond Community ever since. But the coat has changed over time, and we have been asked by many of you to REVISIT the very piece that put this channel "on the map". In this video we test drive the NEW Billy Reid peacoat in the wild by putting it to the test in the streets of NYC, the snowy tundra of Pennsylvania, and the confines of an Aston Martin Vantage! How does it hold up, and how does it compare to the 2012 version? Watch the video to find out!
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When David is not running an advertising and marketing company, his hobby is The Bond Experience which is primarily a video blog where he discusses Bond experiences and the people and brands that help to create those experiences...
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[@edwardiii8409]

The Skyfall Peacoat was an immediate icon. The Bond Experience definitely elevated its status. That's why I bought it, because of Mr. Zaritsky's review! Style and Function. Keepin' it real.

[@HEATSEEKER00]

Best channel on the internet for all things Bond!!

[@dtuk22]

100% 👍

[@treadstone1970]

Got that right.

[@benkei7530]

Yup

[@hugomota3696]

That coat is produced in my homecountry, Portugal! I cannot afford it (yet) but it has style and good manufactoring :D

[@danbo433]

Just took delivery of my Billy Reid Peacoat today. Was a bit antsy (most expensive coat to this date) but praise the lord, fits me perfectly. Many thanks for the field testing and review. Very happy. Cheers!

[@williamcoolidge9884]

I like my peacoat. $50 U.S. Navy surplus. 100% wool and it's warm and stylish.

[@tnetroP]

Lovely peacoat. I've always had a peacoat and liked this one as soon as I saw it. But I went for a cheaper alternative which is very similar (Charles Tyrwhitt peacoat in part cashmere mix but obviously missing the smaller details like the leather trim). They key difference between this style of peacoat and most peacoats is that this style is from the WW1 era, with the mid height slash hand warmer as well as lower flap pockets. Most peacoats are modelled on the WW2 and later style with a single set of slash hand warmer pockets lower down where the flap pockets used to be. The other thing about the Billy Read (and the CT to some extent but not as much) is the smaller collar.

[@BrianSheridan]

Your earlier videos on the peacoat sold me on it. But I hunted around and found one over the summer from a 2nd party seller at a discount. After this video, I checked the label and found it’s the new version with nylon. I can’t even imagine how stiff the all wool version is. My tailor said I’ll have this coat for the rest of my life because of how well it is made. I’m not crazy about the pockets and wish it had a inside pocket but that’s the price for no lining. Thanks for the videos!!

[@aynrandfan7454]

I love the billy Reid coat’s cut…I would have gotten it but I have a Burberry peacoat already …90/10 wool cashmere blend

[@richardcard82]

I have them in both navy and black, they're gorgeous peacoats. Medium fits me perfectly, the chicks dig it

[@myron24682468]

David Z out in the wild again - all is right with the world. Well done and informative review - your whole look was nice (sunglasses etc.) showing your Bond brands in use/functional is a testament to their worth/ value. The peacoat looks great - less sure on the addition of nylon. I think breaking in an article of clothing is part of the process/satisfaction of having it mold to oneself. It is the norm with shoes and I have found with my 11 Zegna suits (FYI: they are the makers of Tom Ford suits) the vast majority needed to be broken in (going from comfortable to ultra comfortable) - interestingly my 6 Brioni suits had the comfort of pajamas within a few wears. As for shoes: my 13 pairs of John Lobb were, by far, the easiest to break in, 4 pairs of Gaziano & Girling and 4 pairs of Edward Green being a bit more of an effort - as for Crockett and Jones one pair of shoes was serious time and discomfort but when they finally broke in were nice and one pair of their rough out suede Chelsea boots were an easy break in. Thank you for your time spent on this review - I checked the link to the coat and they are currently sold out - c’est la vie.

[@Re.Configured]

This is tied as my most complimented piece of Bond gear along with the Rogue Territory jacket.

[@joachimrayos4337]

I’m really late to this party but dived in due to your many videos covering this peacoat. Luckily there’s a Billy Reid store near me and a quick call confirmed they had one in my size available. Cheers!

[@alexyoung5798]

I picked this up in October and I absolutely freaking love the re-issue. So much more easier to move in

[@amcstryker7]

I got very lucky and found a chocolate brown version of the coat at a Nordstrom rack at half off retail this week. 80% wool and made in Italy. It may not have the right color but the silhouette is still present.

[@r.vazquez7880]

The US Navy peacoat was made of melton wool and viscose as well. It’s just not as fitted but it was issued for function not style. Nice video David. Thanks for sharing. Love the coat.

[@drewwerts7711]

Hey David… Just got my first pair of Naked and Famous jeans… They are awesome. Thanks for the recommendation.

[@lawrieb8422]

Nice of Blofeld and his dental drill to make an appearance at 3:37 😆

[@andyl1268]

David, you are always able to come up with the most interesting videos. Eon production and bond brands should sponsor you lol.

[@ViewsFromMark]

That is a great looking jacket indeed! A good peacoat is always in fashion too. I’ll definitely have to pay the store a visit in person when I’m finally able to get back out to NYC and check out this lovely coat. Can certainly see why it has been in such high demand

[@wanyekest6969]

Yesss, another great video

[@ThatOneBondGuy]

This was so awesome. I loved the car ride along 😂😂. This is definitely a dream item for me!

[@michaelrivera2352]

I scooped one up in November from the NYC store on Bond St. Love this pea coat!

[@biascd]

It's worth noting that there are a bunch of differences in this version vs my original (pre-2015) model jacket. It's also missing the additional leather square behind the main label (and featured a much larger paper label instead of the smaller shuttle loom label) and the leather quality looks to be much cheaper than on the original. The leather at the back neck also did not have the bias striped embossing. I understand the need for the change in materials, however, it is worth noting that the new version is simply a shell of its former self. All buyers of a true melton wool peacoat understand that stiffness is inherent to receive the best of the moisture and thermal performance, and the heft adds a true feeling of armor. This is likely why Daniel Craig purchased the last one, given how much of a fan he is of stiff leather jackets as well (notable Aero).

[@tyv1383]

I'm in CA so this lighter, less warm material works better for me luckily

[@chuckboyle8456]

Very awesome video, thanks! The new pea coat looks fabulous on you. I also like their pea coat in brown. Same great product at a significantly reduced cost. The classic blue commands the “Bond premium” additional charge.

[@davidtornberg8413]

Great review! Love your content!

[@drewwerts7711]

Hey David great peacoat and video…. Wondering what you do for a living. This Bond fashion is quite pricey…. But great. Keep up the great work.

[@SolidMGSnake]

Man that peacoat is nice looking..I dont have a peacoat but I feel like if I wanted to get one it'd be that one.. but that price tho!

[@simonfirth2018]

I did pop over to the link above, such is its popularity, it is sold out in every size.

[@pcmacintyre]

David when at Billy Reid have you ever eaten across the street at Fish Cheeks? Terrific Thai food. Give it a try if you haven't yet. I wish Billy Reid would rerelease the peacoat in charcoal. Something I've noticed is that the wool-poly blend has a bit of a sheen to it that I don't recall with the 100% wool felt of the older models.

[@alexlamas6324]

I have to say in terms of cut it looks better with the extra material on the shoulder but call me me weird because I love the stiffness and itchiness of the 100% wool.

[@BrozzaBond4007]

Great video David well done

[@tyv1383]

What is the height and weight of Mr.David? They only have M left of the Bond Peacoat but I couldn't pass it up due to BlackFriday discount. I'm 5'9, 180lb, Athetlic build and currently planning to take myself to 190lb-200lb before a nice cutting phase. Hope Medium fits the bill but seems like they added material to the shoulder/upper back. Crossing my fingers I'm also in CA, so I won't be needing to layer much with it, probably not at all really. Just a basic tshirt or long sleeve

[@20thcenturyboy85]

That Peacoat looks Fly!

[@garbonomics]

That small one fits you like a glove! Looking to get one this winter. How tall are you?

[@michaelpoplawski2998]

Add is one smart looking coat.

[@scoobers90]

Am I in the market for a peacoat? No. But, as a guy who has a very broad back I'm delighted to hear a company say they added size to the back of a jacket!

[@BrianSheridan]

It’s still rather snug in the XL. I’m a 43 chest and my tailor pointed out the shoulders even with the XL will make it difficult to wear a suit coat under it. But I love it so much that it didn’t matter if the coat bunches up some under it. The peacoat is damn near bulletproof lol.

[@jimlittle5769]

David, on Mr. Reid's site, there are two peacoats with the name Bond Peacoat. One is wool and nylon and calfskin, one is wool and polyamide with leather trim. The updated one is the one with nylon an calfskin right? Just wanting to make sure.

[@fruiz879]

Great video!!

[@Plally06]

Love this coat. Billy Reid - please find a European distribution channel soon. Love Billy Reid - don’t love high customs & duties 😄

[@biascd]

This jacket is in stock at Harrods right now.

[@Plally06]

@@biascd ah cool, thanks

[@Plally06]

@@biascd although thanks to Brexit it’ll just be different customs and duties to order from UK

[@derekmcintosh6925]

As a Bond fan I'm really struggling to decide if I want the Billy Read or the new peacoat that was released from Triple Aught Design.

[@heeroy7]

David do you think that Billy Reid would ever do another run of the 100% wool jackets? I'd also like them to reissue the navy and tan Bond peacoat in 90/10 virgin wool/cashmere and the Ike quarter zip they released in 2015.

[@timeisahumanconstruct9251]

these companies are cutting corners by using cheaper materials. 100% wool is the only acceptable solution to long-lasting quality.

[@heeroy7]

@@timeisahumanconstruct9251 I have no issue if they use a little bit of nylon as it helps with pilling but I agree ideally I would prefer 100% wool or a wool cashmere blend 😁

[@justinthebluecollarbondfan931]

I got to check out their website to see if they have a 3-X

[@bubbie23jw]

Do you have a video about the boots he wears

[@johndolimpio7935]

The collar looks wider than the old model. Any thoughts on that? Less of a notch lapel

[@draconian45]

I bought the coat and although it looked good, it was unfortunately very uncomfortable on my skin. The lack of lining felt very rough and itchy. Regretfully I will have to return it.

[@dietman]

Bring back the 100% wool!

[@michaelsturm2689]

What happened to the cashmere version?

[@timeisahumanconstruct9251]

Not 100% wool ?! Hard pass!

[@uhlsport036]

I’d give anything for one of them my favorite item Daniel Craig wore

[@devinhurt7698]

The size of the collar on the billy Reid jacket has always bothered me. It's too small. The change of wool weight seems more like a cost cutting measure because mine isn't stiff

[@tyv1383]

that's one of the main things that differentiates this peacoat from others, get with it my guy

[@timeisahumanconstruct9251]

yup. they're cutting corners by not using 100% wool and they're trying to convince us it's better, lol.

[@alexgoulding8459]

Is there a plan to re release the cashmere model or do they have odd sizes left for Bond fans please

[@biascd]

I called the team and purchased a Fur Bond Peacoat from the warehouse last year (it's the 100% cashmere model with a nutria fur collar) and they still had some stock. Never hurts to check as I know they have kept some old season things in the past.

[@William-0415]

Thumbs up. 👍

[@EscargoT80]

Awesome review as always David.. I remember watching your review on the first one and boy was I not pumped.. I was having mails with Billy Reid about sizing back then.. but so much time have passed and I never had the chance to get one.. I got myself 2 Bond Jackets.. The Skyfall Barbour and NTTD Rgt.. they are both size Medium.. and they both fit perfect like a glove.. I'll probably try to nail this badboy hopefully this year.. But, the eternal question remains.. should I also go with a size M with this one too.. or should size down to a size Small just like you did...??? Anyways thanks again for the very delicious and informative review. From Istanbul with Love! ❤🥃

[@edwardiii8409]

Sizing decisions are frustrating.

[@charlieslin]

@Escargo80 I have the RGT jacket in L and this peacoat from the 2018 run in M. I think you’d want to size down.

[@johndolimpio7935]

The bond coat runs big. I usually am a small or medium and the small on me fits but is very roomy

[@tyv1383]

@@johndolimpio7935 yeah, he even went to a size S from M on this newer more flexible version. Think they are roomier, size down probably.

[@robd7934]

Nice peacoat but the Billy Reid version is too pricey at $789 as of posting this comment, so I'll look at other options.

[@heyokaikaggen6288]

At the price they charge, they could have used cashmere rather than nylon for the softness.

[@ginovincenzo1288]

Which Craig flim would you Recommend to watch with your wife? Also she has never seen a bond movie. Thx

[@Artix13]

Start with the first one: Casino Royal.

[@kabacheouiza3566]

kebvin kostner'sbrother ?

[@godiskungen27]

What about the Mormon beard 😂

[@derblae52]

I bought my first peacoat from a local army and navy supply. Moving to NYC I often scoured various thrift shops for peacoats. I have not had the opportunity to see the Bond peacoats in person. Granted James Bond would not wear the regulation peacoat of surplus wool. These renditions are a bit too glam for me. Yuppies, Genx, Millennial homogenized.

[@Acarsfault]

Unfortunately is without lining....

[@youngyankee13]

That's the problem. I think this peacoat is more for fall/spring season.

[@agrodrigue]

It’s actually really inconvenient having it unlined you can’t wear anything that will go against the grain of wool underneath or it gets caught.

[@nana10221]

This peacoat is no longer made in Italy. It's made in Portugal now....

[@brussell237]

Seriously you take a classic coat that has been 100% wool for generations and now cheapen it with a wool blend. We do not have a classic but instead a parody.

[@InterviewInterrogations]

I’m out….the mask….WTF

[@sonnycrockett6527]

Stupid mask on....