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Why It’s a Big Deal
Huckberry’s Cyber Week sale is coming to a close, but not before one last round of jaw-dropping markdowns. Up to now, everything from Chelsea boots to outerwear and even smart gifts for men has been featured in what’s usually the retailer’s most price-dropping sale of the year. But for my money, the best products to score have been Flint and Tinder’s iconic waxed jackets, and in typical Huckberry fashion, the best one was saved for the final hours.
Flint and Tinder’s Flannel-Lined Waxed Hudson Jacket is now on sale at Huckberry for $257—an ultra-rare 30% off its normal price of $368. This jacket is one of the retailer’s bestselling styles alongside the Flannel Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket, and it’s earned nearly 400 five-star ratings from shoppers, as well as my own love and admiration for saving me on a trip to Lake Tahoe. All three core colors—dark brown, navy, and dark green— are available at this price in sizes XS to 3XL. The Hudson jacket typically sells fast whenever it goes on sale, so don’t wait to get the one you want.
Flint and Tinder Flannel-Lined Waxed Hudson Jacket in Chocolate, $257 (was $368) at Huckberry
What Shoppers Should Know
- Shell: 290 gsm 100% BCI Halley Stevensons Dry Finish Waxed Cotton Canvas
- Lining: 100% Cotton Plaid Flannel
- Pockets: Chest (1), dual-entry hand pockets (2), ticket pocket (1), rear pocket (1), inner media pocket (1)
- Closure: Zip-up and snap
- Special Features: Nylong-lined sleeves, detachable hood
- Best For: Winter layering
The waxed Hudson jacket is equally as utilitarian as it is versatile. It’s made from waxed cotton canvas from the globally renowned Halley Stevensons manufacturers and features a plaid cotton flannel lining to up the warmth alongside the dual zip and button-closure and detachable hood.
There’s a ton of storage on this jacket: It has snap-closure hand pockets with a secondary flannel-lined side entry, an extra flap pocket, a snap-closure chest pocket, an interior pocket, and a back pocket normally seen on hunting jackets.
It’s a fine choice for a three-season jacket with a hoodie underneath, but it’s also great for a night out on the town with a great pair of boots and a sharp button-down shirt.
What Shoppers Are Saying
Reviews sing the praises of this jacket, but none more than one shopper who compared it to some of its biggest competitors. “Great jacket at a super price,” they said. “I own Orvis, Lewis Creek, and Filson waxed jackets, and this is equal for a much better price.”
For first-time wearers, it’s the quality and comfort that won them over from the get-go. “The jacket is superbly made,” a shopper noted. “It’s not only good-looking and comfortable, but it serves its purpose very well, too. Perfect for autumn/early spring and is roomy enough to wear over a sweater in colder months.”
My Honest Thoughts
I was lucky enough to get my hands on the Forest color of this jacket and brought it on a winter trip to Lake Tahoe for some snowy sightseeing. The forecast had predicted mild February weather, so I had packed for that, but I ended up catching the tail end of a blustery snowstorm.
This jacket—which was the warmest layer I had packed—ended up saving me on that trip. Though it’s a far cry from a ski jacket, it’s one of the heaviest waxed options in Flint and Tinder’s expansive lineup, and when I layered it with the brand’s 10-Year Pullover Hoodie, it kept me perfectly comfortable in 30-degree weather.
What I found was that the combination of the waxed shell, the hood, and the dual button-zip closure helped support the insulation and totally seal off the wind, which would have made me miserable. In my opinion, it’s the one you want for winter.
Flint and Tinder’s Waxed Hudson Jacket rarely sees a discount, and when it finally does, Huckberry diehards swarm the site, and they sell out. If you’ve been on the hunt for a great jacket at a great price, don’t sleep on this deal, because it goes away early on Dec. 2.
