{"product_id":"80s-vintage-barbour-waxed-cotton-jacket-spey-2-crest-size-medium","title":"［~80's］Vintage Barbour Waxed Cotton Jacket \"SPEY\" 2 Crest Size.MEDIUM","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1986 production, Barbour \"Spey Jacket\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarbour was founded in 1894 by \"John Barbour\" at Market Place in South Shields, northeast England. An established British brand specialising in outdoor and country wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn from oilskin—waterproof garments supplied to sailors and fishermen exposed to sea winds and rain—the brand has refined \"clothing that resists the elements\" as its core philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1908, the second generation, \"Malcolm Barbour,\" produced the company's first mail-order catalogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy 1917, mail-order sales accounted for approximately 75% of revenue, with goods shipped internationally to South America and Hong Kong. Functional garments rooted in British climate and life were reaching users in distant cities far earlier than one might expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1936, the third generation, \"Duncan Barbour,\" unveiled the one-piece waxed suit \"Barbour International (A1 Suit)\" developed for the International Six Day Trial (ISDT). During wartime, this evolved into the two-piece \"Ursula Suit,\" adopted as standard equipment by British submarine forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the post-war period, it gained traction as civilian motorcycle wear. From the 1950s through 1970s, the majority of ISDT riders wore Barbour International. At the 1964 East German event, the American team and Steve McQueen acquired Barbour jackets for competition—such functional credentials established the brand's reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brand's greatest allure lies in its paradoxical mastery: the fusion of tailor's precision with industrial scale. In essence, \"an industrial product with a tailor's philosophy.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaxed cotton delivers waterproofing, windproofing, and durability. Rational details—throat latches, map pockets, waist belts, detachable linings—stack upon this foundation, answering professional demands while ascending to an elegance that sits comfortably within urban life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unwavering commitment to quality is further evidenced by Royal Warrant status. Barbour has received warrants from the Duke of Edinburgh (1974), Queen Elizabeth II (1982), and the Prince of Wales (1987, later King Charles III). Following administrative transition, a new warrant was granted by King Charles III in 2024. Being recognised by the Crown as a \"practical article\"—this is proof that connects the brand's origins directly to its present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, headquarters and manufacturing remain in South Shields (Simonside), where craftspeople hand-produce waxed cotton jackets including the Bedale and Beaufort. Repair, re-waxing, and resale cycles are managed end-to-end, extending the garment's lifespan through a circular approach to making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe piece presented here is a \"Spey Jacket\"—a 2-crest example produced exclusively between 1982 and 1987.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarbour designates models by use: the Bedale for riding, the Beaufort for hunting. The Spey was assigned to fly fishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeveloped specifically for European-style fly casting—a pursuit historically favoured by British nobility—this jacket embodies that singular purpose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction spans the late 1970s through 2001, but the detail to note is the number of crests on this example's label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAny discussion of Barbour vintage inevitably addresses the crest. This piece bears two Royal Warrants: that of the Duke of Edinburgh (1974) and Queen Elizabeth II (1982)—the \"2-crest\" configuration. This dates manufacture between 1982 and 1987, before the Prince of Wales warrant was added in 1987.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 3-crest Spey is relatively common in the market. 2-crest examples are significantly scarcer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether the two differ materially in detail—honestly, not substantially. Yet for the vintage devotee, this temporal distinction carries a rigour that cannot be compromised.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 3-crest is undoubtedly fine. But acquiring a 2-crest carries an elevation of satisfaction altogether separate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Spey's defining characteristic is its exceptionally cropped length—the shortest in the Barbour range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for fly fishing, the hem falls short of the water line, preventing water infiltration. This rationally derived silhouette remains unmatched in Barbour's lengthy history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Transport Jacket offers comparative shortness, yet still extends past the waist. No other Barbour model commits so decisively to this proportional principle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarbour's signature brown corduroy collar features pronounced ribbing. The volume and warmth when raised depend entirely upon this texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA chin strap on the collar interior allows it to remain fixed when raised, providing stability in wind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlapped pockets of generous scale occupy both hips. The chest carries two brass D-rings with leather tabs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally designed to secure fishing gear and landing nets, these rings prove equally serviceable for keys or carabiners in contemporary daily use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front closure employs a double structure: dual zip fasteners and snap buttons in a fly-front configuration. The zip slider is YKK-manufactured ring zip, operable even while wearing gloves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe snap buttons bear Barbour stamping—original components that embed the brand's integrity into every detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lining's upper section features Barbour's familiar tartan check; the lower section includes a nylon drip strip. This construction honours fishing use while providing visual pleasure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe waxed cotton employed is 6-ounce—medium weight, identical to that found on signature models such as the Bedale and Beaufort. It represents Barbour's most foundational gauge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeither too thick nor too thin, it performs across three seasons with perfect balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith age, the oil depletes appropriately, creating the texture characteristic of waxed cotton development—a quality unique to vintage examples.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour is sage green—quintessentially Barbour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep olive tones form the base; time has introduced gradations of depth and tone, creating an expression entirely singular. A palette impossible to achieve in new production—only time paints such colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo two pieces age identically. Oil retention and wear patterns ensure each carries its own countenance. This is the essence of vintage Barbour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pairing with brown corduroy collar is thoroughly British in sensibility. Sage green and brown evoke the countryside itself—a pastoral, yet measured composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tartan glimpsed from within provides subtle, but decisive, visual punctuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize marking reads \"MEDIUM\"—equivalent to Japanese M to L.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBy actual measurements, this represents a golden size for Japanese proportions, accommodating a broad range of builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmhole and chest are generously proportioned, allowing comfortable layering and flexible styling. The single-sleeve construction means even a slightly larger fit maintains clean lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoiling, coating loss, oil unevenness, and the characteristic odour of vintage oiled cloth are present, but no damage impairs wearability. The jacket remains eminently wearable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth current and vintage Barbour recognises the Spey as singularly coveted. Among these, the 2-crest examples are far scarcer than 3-crest production, making encounters exceptionally rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage Barbour radiates an aura no current production approaches. This distinction is a primary reason collectors pursue the vintage path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shop sees infrequent Spey arrivals; rarer still, a 2-crest. Those seeking this piece would do well to regard this opportunity as precious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VIEUX ET NOUVEAU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47037923786930,"sku":"J01060","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/2140\/3314\/files\/202505030443_48d93ed5-11b5-4c73-84e5-b6672ee446b9.jpg?v=1770700158","url":"https:\/\/vieuxetnouveau-shop.com\/en\/products\/80s-vintage-barbour-waxed-cotton-spey-jacket-2-crest-medium","provider":"VIEUX ET NOUVEAU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}