The Best Casual Winter Jackets of All Time (+ cheaper alternatives)

[@5454randy]

I just purchased a Dehen N-1 denim jacket with mouton lining - it's built like a beast and very warm!

[@Stridewise]

That is a hall of famer for deck jacket variations! DENIM you say? I must learn more

[@banbaji]

Great video Nick! That denim jacket looks fantastic. I bought the Moose Knuckle 3Q jacket about 11 years ago for 800 Cad$ and it's been great. Tough materials and I've worn it in -30c weather just fine. I think it's on sale right now at 900 usd. It's a good buy if you like the look and it's still (sort of?) made in Canada

[@prestonradtke222]

Charles Tyrwhitte makes a great peacoat. it’s 100% wool, and around $450, though it’s usually on sale. I don’t know how heavy it is, but I wear it all the time in Chicago in the dead of winter without issue.

[@bngr_bngr]

I just buy a pea coat that sailors wear from the Army Navy Surplus store.

[@chrisp3330]

Very narrow in the shoulders though. I was in their Jermyn Street store not long ago trying them on and not one fit my shoulders, unfortunately.

[@markopolo9936]

It’s great that you got yourself a B3 to try, I love mine it’s so warm and just tanks any cold weather that gets get thrown at us 👍

[@88sstraight]

I owned a Canada Goose Expedition parka in the 90s, wasn’t warm enough : ) Feathered Friends has me covered these days, works a treat.

[@Rabbitoh72]

Watching this from 35 degrees Celsius Queensland, wishing for the cold weather!

[@jt1559]

I was going to say the same. All are way too warm for Australia generally, but especially the northern half. It's cotton and leather jackets for me, with layers underneath (such as a wool jumper) when it's colder.

[@Rabbitoh72]

@ I’ve got a bit of a thing for vintage Harris and Donegal Tweed jackets, and older Vintage leather jackets. Being where I am I’ve never really worn them! Just branching out into heavier Japanese denim. They’ll be ok in Winter. Does get a lil cool but it’s for a few weeks only lol! Looks alright wearing them in the air con though 😂

[@splashpit]

@@jt1559ok so Melbourne entering the chat , a wet windy day in winter Melbourne is an experience that non Australians would never understand till they experienced it.

[@Stridewise]

haha yes the whole reason I'm in this space is because I never had any experience of boots or jackets growing up in Queensland, so when I came to New York it was all very new and exciting to me while everyone else didn't even notice them

[@Rabbitoh72]

@ mate when I get the chance to wear the Japanese selvedge jeans and boots around Caboolture I feel like a bit of an alien out of place 😂 I do long for the colder weather to wear them more, and also get a couple of cool jackets. It doesn’t get a lil cold here but not cold enough to wear any of the awesome jackets you displayed. I have Vintage Harris and Irish tweed jackets I bought but have never worn! I have to come to NY when it’s cold and pack all the clothes I never wear! 😂

[@danielgalil5020]

Great video Nick. My aunt got a 1940s Woolrich Mackinaw that I ask for as a birthday present. Not only is it vintage, but it's much more affordable at 99 dolllars for this particular ebay buy. I asked you on instagram a few years ago whether or not a filson one would be right for me due to me having sensitive skin, and you said it's probably not a good idea. I checked this out and it's also lined. Btw, I've always wanted a Mackinaw Jacket because I saw On the Waterfront, so I'm so glad for you bringing that film up; it's one of the greatest movies of all time. Much love.

[@DancingSpacePotato]

I have enough jackets to supply a few dozen broad chested men and Iron Heart’s deck jacket is no joke even here in Detroit. I don’t wear warm pants, just jeans and other cotton offerings, so I tend to wear longer Canada Goose parkas when I’m going to be walking the city

[@DancingSpacePotato]

Okay that’s crazy right after I sent there’s Troy in an Expedition! I own about three dozen CG pieces including light jackets and sweaters. They work, man. Also how dare you mention the knuckle… no self respecting person wants a ball sack logo on their clothing

[@blackbeardtx371]

I love breaking out my B3, its incrediblywarm and comfortable! I've been eyeing an N1 ever since I saw your vid about them 👀

[@Stridewise]

both great jackets. Honestly Freenote's Mariner might be my favorite, I like the raglan sleeves and the easy closure and above all the fact the sleeves are lined like the original but it's not itchy!

[@bossman4799]

For price in this list, you really can’t beat a US Navy Peacoat. Mine is from 1984 and was like $50 on ebay. My girlfriend’s was $35 and it’s become her favorite coat to the point she wants me to find her other warm military coats for her.

[@Stridewise]

yeah AND it's like the most versatile coat in the world, you can do it with a tshirt or with a tie. Peacoats are legit goated

[@pedrojorge2741]

@@Stridewise I got a Schott NYC peacoat off Vinted for 60€ a few months ago and have not used any other coat since. I love it, so versatile!

[@Stridewise]

@@pedrojorge2741 you knew the smart choice even before seeing the video!

[@jonlouis2582]

Just in time for my lunch hour, great stuff.

[@chrisp3330]

Have you tried Private White VC jackets/coats? Unbelievable quality. Not cheap but worth every penny in my opinion.

[@Mr_Gilado]

I love these videos, they are not too long, filled with useful information, and more modern. I used to love watching the Gentleman's Gazzette for similar videos, but lately they have gotten very long and stay too deep in the classics. You separate the history in another video AND you are also in New York, the state with the most biswinging temperamental weather lol. I have the Schott peacoat, but still feel I need to layer extra in this city's winter, as a trip down manhattan still left me an ice cube

[@Stridewise]

Thank you so much for these encouraging words my friend, and I stupidly forgot to say it’s not like I’m wearing a T-shirt under these jackets, like I’ll have a sweater too when it’s like 0

[@thomasbroich5439]

Peacoats are an absolutely wonderful coat on levels you can imagine until you wear one

[@Stridewise]

the peacoat's staying power is unmatched, the only downside is you can't really walk around in one with it unbuttoned, but that is a small price to pay for glory

[@thomasbroich5439]

@ glory is the deal I like, it’s not that easy to come by- well said-

[@ralph7077]

Another awesome video .

[@Stridewise]

Thanks man this one was a heavy lift!

[@drzaius844]

I love the B3 and N1 jackets. But i would have to move to a different state to be able to wear one. For me, the Filson mac cruiser is perfect for cold LA days - warm but miraculously breathable. I got a used one on EBay from the 2000s, super crispy and spent maybe 160 on it, 9 years ago. Vintage Pendleton cruisers are awesome as well, used to be 90 bucks for a perfect example, but times change, eh.

[@Threedog92]

The peacoat or better said this form of jackets is worn in many countrys. In Germany it is often called Colani or Caban jacket.

[@MaulinAgrawal1217]

I just got a fur collar for my Schott Perfecto, and I also take advantage of layering things under it.

[@nikg6976]

I love deck jackets. They're so warm.

[@Stridewise]

Most of them don't even have wool lined sleeves and yet they're still so gd warm. (The repros have lined sleeves though)

[@phrayzar]

Also the first model N1deck jacket, the one that was navy blue and worn by the pre war coast guard and the sea bees with the zip front.

[@NicolasGarcia-jl8bk]

The millions of fans demand more Troy

[@troybarmore5832]

😂🥰

[@Stridewise]

i've got a bit more of him coming up, he did a 5-year review of his White's boots that'll be great

[@ricksandstorm]

A big mistake a lot of people make is getting a jacket that fits too tight. If the jacket has a bit of room the insulation will be a lot better.

[@bflathead]

I have a Filson Cape Coat which is not the same styling as the mackinaw Cruiser but uses the same wool. It has a double layer over the back shoulder and provides some additional warmth. I have in transit a lined cape coat from Filson which I am looking forward to testing.

[@Stridewise]

Cool! I had a double mackinaw once but the sizing is different, it's slimmer fitting than the regular Mackinaw so I just sold it. I'd still be wearing it though if I'd got the right size. God I love Filson's mackinaws

[@cdakskid]

@@StridewiseI have had two double macs (still have one of them); they are the same fit for me as the single cruiser. I think that, at one time, Filson offered slimmer fit versions of the coats along with their normal ones. Could it be that yours was one of those?

[@Blueguci]

Great video, now I want to buy a coat even though I live in Perth

[@Stridewise]

yknow the mackinaw will do alright there - it's so breathable!

[@Blueguci]

@ I’ll make do with my Hiroshima Kato mole skin blade jacket. A brand I discovered through your channel. Very nice jacket so thank you

[@ericmoss8344]

Another great video! Have you ever tried the Heat Straps Deck Jacket or anything f/ WeatherWool? They make some fantastic garments and the Weatherwool products are much better than anything Filson and their wool feels almost cashmere 'like. :)

[@davidmun1601]

Great video. Keep up the great work

[@Stridewise]

thanks david, any chance to scream "Drago" is worth taking

[@bobareturned]

SMWholesale's made in the USA repro N1 deck jacket is better value than triple aught design version. I know messaged you about it last year... it's held up well and is warm as hell!

[@fallingwickets]

30+ years ago i bought a peacoat from brooks.....still my most prized (not saying much about my wardrobe obviously) piece of clothing

[@Stridewise]

honestly i first got the idea when i read Mindy Kaling's book about what she finds attractive in guys and said the only coat he needs is a peacoat and the only sneakers are chucks. there was one other shoe but i can't remember and i'm not rereading that book

[@jorge8a27]

I know I have a problem when I have all these jacket archetypes

[@Stridewise]

No problem detected

[@Bloodstryke]

@@Stridewise solution enabled

[@wheelchairfly]

Exciting!

[@Stridewise]

DRAGOOO

[@Sodchucker]

Have you checked out any of the stuff from Anián out of Vancouver Island? Super nice.

[@morgonstierna8808]

Don’t think we don’t see Iron Snail in that still photo whit the deck jacket 🐌

[@Stridewise]

Haha and I gave his Freenote video a promo too!

[@igneusflame1861]

Have you ever heard of rugged west? They make pretty good leather jackets from what I can tell.

[@curtshelp6170]

SM Wholesale makes a faithful N1 deck jacket reproduction in Los Angeles Ca with the Talon Zipper and 100% alpaca lining in the body and sleeves with only the arm pit area lacking it. SM Wholesale N-1 is very oversized with the 46 being 50" and the 50 being a 58".but at the price is $399 seems a bargain compared to some of the other prices in this video..

[@benpuffer7891]

Surprised how small many of these coats are. The Buzz Peacoat for example caps out at 46 inch chest. Thats not very big for a coat.

[@jgb0017]

How do you feel about duffle coats? They’re widely available used on eBay. I know the look is not everyone’s cuppa, but they’re warm in winter.

[@grahampenny6289]

Check out the McNair mountain shirt …

[@doublestrokeroll]

Fun Fact: "Russia" in Rocky is Wyoming and "Moscow" for the fight is some old stadium in Vancouver.

[@Stridewise]

how dare you - I know for a fact Nikolai Ryzhkov denounced socialism after watching Rocky win

[@doublestrokeroll]

@@Stridewise lol

[@tottenhamnole]

Nick (or anyone else) have a good rec for a fall jacket with gusseted shoulders?

[@Stridewise]

a lot of leather jackets do, since you were meant to be able to drive a motorbike or a plane in them. My schott racer does!

[@Bfettrules]

Everyone do yourselves a favor and check out weather wool. Everything made and in USA as well as material. They’re out of South Orange, NJ and the owner Ralph is wiz at all things wool. They make various wool hoodies, jackets, pea coats and other garments. It destroys anything by Filson.

[@Stridewise]

i actually have their chore coat! it's so cozy i use it as a house coat haha, I'm trying to work out if I should go visit them for a vid

[@Bfettrules]

@ u totally should. The owner Ralph is such a good guy. He’s so informative about wool. U won’t be disappointed. As of now I have a pea coat, an all around jacket, a shirt jac, and 2 chore coats (I initially bought the charcoal and was so impressed I bought its sister coat in indigo). When u speak to him u will also get the inside scoop on future garments. I think he will be making wool shirts in the future. Definitely do a video with him since you’re in the tri state area.

[@Highland_Paddy]

Paul Bunyan and that mascot seem t' be wearing SHIRTS that have the sleeves rolled up, not "heavy" wool coats.

[@Highland_Paddy]

I don't know that I would size down w' the Filson; true t' size but also depends on which ye wish t' layer under, etc.

[@Stridewise]

@@Highland_Paddy you became so Irish in your second comment

[@Highland_Paddy]

that which was already genetically inclined by birth, sure.

[@richmck007]

Canada Goose overpriced parkas and then they insult you with a ridiculous loud badge! What one can do with that money and get change! You showed so many much better looking garments. Elegant of all, the Peacoat.

[@Bloodstryke]

Yes that huge Canada Goose logo is a total fail.

[@TheBlues088]

1:39 actually they are far from accurate.

[@Stridewise]

i said some of their jackets were accurate not all of them I'm insured against snippy comments like this bwahahaha

[@TheBlues088]

@@StridewiseNone is historically accurate. Most of them have rather bad cuts: too wide/narrow shoulders, long sleeves. I have seen roughneck (narrow shoulders, long sleeves, short back), A-2 (extremely wide shoulders and sleeves, too long sleeves, goatskin, polyester-cotton blend, like all others etc.), G-1 (long sleeves, too much sheep), B-15 (long sleeves), B-3 (pockets), ANJ4 (pockets etc.), N3B, B-10 (both different materials)..... Cuts are really bad for most of the jackets (like they still use their Avirex templates at cutting), I find their goatskin garbage in comparison to Eastman, but materials for non-leather jackets are superior. I mean you name me one jacket they do historically correct to originals.

[@Stridewise]

@@TheBlues088 I know they’d name models if I asked them but that seems like a pretty boring use of my time

[@someaussiebloke4487]

At this point I'm gunna ask... Who are these videos aimed at? Who in 2025 has 1700 USD for a parka? Who?!? Those that have that kind of disposable money... Let's be real, they aren't watching these videos. Let's be real, no disrespect.

[@Stridewise]

You could also ask who these COMPANIES are aimed at, and the fact they're all thriving is an indicator that like, plenty of people buy this stuff

[@TuneinR]

"The best " is relative. By the way how do you get to know "the best"😢

[@Stridewise]

ok nerd