1993 production, Barbour 'Longshoreman'.
A special item arrival.
This is a 3-crest example, though among vintage Barbour pieces, the scarcity of such variants ranks among the highest.
"LONGSHOREMAN" translates literally to "inshore fisherman."
A smock jacket originally made for duck hunting, constructed with an extended rear hem to combat wetland mud, and notably without a zipper.
This is the sole smock-type jacket Barbour has produced. (The Solway Smock exists, but given its phantomic rarity, it hardly merits consideration.)
Initially released in 1991, it was discontinued within several years—a phantom model even among Barbour collectibles.
Though revived in 2004, that iteration features brand embroidery on the front and a shortened hem, rendering it fundamentally distinct from the vintage original.
Marked size: Medium.
The Longshoreman is cut generously throughout; for most Japanese wearers, Medium represents the golden proportion.
Official catalogues show distribution from M to XL, making this the minimum size.
Vintage Barbour pieces often arrive with odour concerns and significant abrasion or tears, yet this example, despite evident oil variances in the finish, presents virtually no abrasion or damage of consequence.
Longshoreman in this condition rarely surfaces in the market.
A rare archival piece that seldom circulates in commerce.
Whether as an active wardrobe element or as a collection piece held in reserve, it merits consideration.
Each arrival moves quickly, so if you have been seeking one, early deliberation is advisable.
