Long before the phrase “Gore-Tex” was trademarked, waxed jackets were keeping men dry on land and sea. Although waterproof synthetics are widely available today, the waxed jacket’s natural properties ...

Before there were synthetic fabrics, before Gore-Tex and “weatherproof breathability,” there was thick cotton and a can of wax. Early sailors realized that wet sails caught the wind better than dry ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Rewaxing my waxed jacket keeps it looking pristine and gives me the same sense of ...

Rewaxing my waxed jacket keeps it looking pristine and gives me the same sense of satisfaction I get from shining a pair of ...

By pairing lightweight insulation with a rugged waxed canvas shell, this jacket delivers three-season weather protection and ...

Finding a great fall jacket is easier said than done, especially when you live somewhere the weather fluctuates often. As a New Englander, I need something that will keep me warm on days when the ...

Scouted selects products independently. If you purchase something from our posts, we may earn a small commission. With fall on the horizon, it’s time to get back into jackets. There’s truly nothing ...

FABRIC TECH HAS come a long way, especially when it comes to outerwear. Some of our favorite outdoor jackets have water and wind-resistant shells. But of all the ways to stay dry out there, the waxed ...

Before technical fabrics, there was waxed cotton. This natural fabric gains its water resistance from a thick coating of either paraffin or beeswax-based wax, creating a barrier that beads away water ...

However, the wax coating that gives these cotton jackets their water-repellency is not permanent and fades with use. As a result, waxed jackets require periodic re-waxing to remain functional. “Over ...