The Riders Jacket - short RJ-1 - was one of the first jackets ever designed by Freenote. The jacket is a blend of a classic ranch jacket and a riders jacket and is now back in a heavier version. This time, it’s 20oz of Martexin waxed canvas, made in the U.S. of A. There’s also a Japanese wool lining (instead of the usual cotton one) — soft, warm and tough enough to keep the cold from gnawing at your bones.
The front pleats expand with movement along with the shoulder gussets in the back. Construction highlights include 1/8” stitch details and custom metal hardware made exclusively for Freenote Cloth. The RJ-1 is equipped with Freenote's signature action back for added mobility.
Hidden elastic bands in the interior of the jacket help keep the shoulder gussets in place and allow for ease of movement in this heavy piece. In addition, the sleeves are lined with a cotton/rayon blend to make the jacket easier to put on and take off.
Freenote Cloth built this jacket for the long haul using the most resilient materials and durable construction methods. With each wear, it will get more comfortable as it molds to your body, creating a custom fit. It will develop a unique patina as the wax is displaced in high wear areas, a sartorial chronicle of the adventures you’ll have in it. Like everything made at Freenote Cloth, the Riders Jacket is built to last.
Note on the color: this tobacco version is darker than the 10 oz version in the same color.
FEATURES
- 20 ounce Martexin waxed canvas
- Front pleat detail
- Wool body liner from Japan
- Satin lined sleeves from Japan
- Elastic bands on interior of jacket for shoulder gusset
- Custom metal trims from Kentucky
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Hand selected leather interior patch of Redwing Leather
- 1/8" double needle stitch detail
- Interior pocket
- Sewn in USA
