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The Ballycastle Waxed Jacket

Name: The Ballycastle Waxed Jacket
Brand: Henry Grayson
Price: 189.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$189.00

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Built to Last

Designed to be worn for years, not seasons. Every detail placed with care.

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Designed in Northern Ireland, Sold in the United States

Rooted in the heritage and craft traditions of the north of Ireland.

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Description +

A dependable outer layer with the kind of character that only gets better with wear.

The Ballycastle Waxed Jacket is a dependable outer layer made for cooler days, changing weather and weekends spent outdoors.

Made from waxed cotton, it has a substantial feel and a rugged finish that gives the jacket plenty of character from the first wear. The contrasting corduroy collar softens the neckline, while a traditional tartan checked lining adds warmth and a subtle heritage detail to the inside.

A zip and snap front keeps things secure when the weather turns, with four practical pockets giving you plenty of room for the everyday essentials. The regular shape leaves enough room underneath for a shirt or knit without making the jacket feel unnecessarily bulky.

Wear Ballycastle with denim, boots and a heavier knit through autumn, or pair it with chinos and a simple shirt for an easy weekend look. It is practical enough for time outdoors while still looking completely at home around town.

Rugged, uncomplicated and full of traditional character, Ballycastle is the kind of jacket you'll find yourself reaching for year after year.

A Familiar Sight Across Ireland

The waxed jacket has long held a special place in country life across both the north and south of Ireland. Practical, hard-wearing and well suited to damp, changeable weather, this style of jacket became closely associated with rural life, outdoor work and the kind of everyday clothing that simply had to perform.

For generations, jackets of this kind have been seen on farms, at livestock marts, around country towns, at race meetings and on weekends spent outdoors. Their appeal was never limited to workwear. The same qualities that made them useful in the field; durability, weather resistance and easy layering also made them a natural choice for ordinary everyday wear.

That crossover from practical country clothing to casual menswear is part of what has made the waxed jacket such an enduring staple. In Ireland especially, it is the kind of piece that feels just as natural with muddy boots and work trousers as it does with chinos, a knit and a pair of leather shoes.

The Ballycastle is our take on that tried-and-true tradition: useful enough for the countryside, refined enough for everywhere else.

What Makes It Special

Waxed cotton construction for a rugged, traditional finish
Traditional tartan checked lining for added warmth and heritage character
Contrasting corduroy point collar for a softer, refined finish
Zip and snap front fastening to help keep the jacket secure in changing weather
Four practical pockets for everyday essentials
Comfortable regular shape that leaves room for layering
Easy to wear over shirts and knitwear throughout autumn and winter

Built for Town and Country

One of the reasons waxed jackets have endured for so long is their versatility. They do not belong to one setting.

The Ballycastle can be worn with a heavier knit and boots for colder days outdoors, with denim and a casual shirt for the weekend, or with chinos and a fine knit for a more polished everyday look.

The waxed finish gives the jacket a slightly rugged appearance that develops more character over time, while the corduroy collar and tartan lining give it the familiar heritage feel associated with traditional country outerwear. Waxed jackets have historically been valued for practical outdoor use and have evolved into pieces worn comfortably in both rural and urban settings.

A Jacket That Ages with You

Part of the appeal of waxed cotton is that it does not remain perfectly untouched. With wear, the surface can develop subtle creases, softened areas and a natural patina that gives each jacket its own character.

Rather than looking worn out, a well-used waxed jacket often begins to look more personal. That ability to age rather than simply wear out is one reason waxed outerwear has remained so popular for generations.

Traditional waxed jackets have long been associated with durability, repair and reproofing, with some makers offering rewaxing and repair services to extend the life of jackets for many years.

How to Wear the Ballycastle

For a traditional country-inspired look, wear it over a chunky knit with dark denim, corduroy trousers or chinos and finish with leather boots.

For a cleaner everyday outfit, pair it with a simple shirt, straight-leg trousers and loafers or casual leather shoes.

The olive colour works particularly well with earthy tones such as brown, tan, cream, navy and charcoal, making the Ballycastle easy to work into an existing wardrobe.

Fit & Layering

The Ballycastle has a comfortable regular shape designed to leave enough room underneath for a shirt, polo or lightweight knit without feeling unnecessarily bulky.

If you plan to wear heavier knitwear underneath regularly, consider how much extra room you prefer through the chest and shoulders when choosing your size.

For the best fit, compare your chest measurement with our size guide before ordering:

Size	Chest	Sleeve Length
XS	33–34 in	33 in
S	36–38 in	33.5 in
M	39–41 in	34 in
L	42–44 in	34.75 in
XL	45–48 in	35.5 in
XXL	49–53 in	36.25 in
XXXL	54–58 in	37.5 in

If you are unsure between two sizes, contact support@henrygrayson.com with your chest measurement and preferred fit and we will be happy to help.

Details & Care

Designed with attention to every detail. Look after your piece and it will look after you.

Spot clean with a damp cloth
Reshape while damp if needed
Air dry away from direct heat
Do not machine wash or tumble dry
Store flat or in original packaging

A jacket made for grey skies, open roads and everyday wear.

Practical enough for the field. Refined enough for town. The Ballycastle is the kind of outer layer that earns its place in the wardrobe.

Details and Care +

Designed with attention to every detail. Look after your piece and it will look after you.

Spot clean with a damp cloth
Reshape while damp if needed
Air dry away from direct heat
Do not machine wash or tumble dry
Store flat or in original packaging

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Real Support

Flat Caps · Newsboy Caps · Beanies

Measure around the widest part of your head, just above the ears and across the forehead. Between sizes? Take the larger.

Size	Head (cm)	Head (in)	UK / US Hat
S	54 – 55	21.3 – 21.7	6 3/4 – 6 7/8
M	56 – 57	22 – 22.4	7 – 7 1/8
L	58 – 59	22.8 – 23.2	7 1/4 – 7 3/8
XL	60 – 61	23.6 – 24	7 1/2 – 7 5/8

Jackets · Shirts · Knitwear · Blazers

Measurements in inches.

Size	Chest	Sleeve Length
XS	33 – 34	33
S	36 – 38	33.5
M	39 – 41	34
L	42 – 44	34.75
XL	45 – 48	35.5
XXL	49 – 53	36.25
XXXL	54 – 58	37.5

Pants · Trousers

If the inseam length isn't what you were looking for, reach out to support@henrygrayson.com and we may be able to arrange a custom size.

Size	Waist (in)	Inseam (cm)	Inseam (in)
XS	28	80	31.5
S	30	80	31.5
M	32	81	32
L	34	81	32
XL	36	81	32
XXL	38	83	32.5
XXXL	40	83	32.5

Footwear

All men's footwear at Henry Grayson is offered in US Men's standard sizing. Measure your foot length and match it to the closest size below.

US Size	Foot Length (in)
2	7.6
2.5	7.8
3	7.9
3.5	8.1
4	8.3
4.5	8.5
5	8.6
5.5	8.8
6	9.0
6.5	9.1
7	9.3
7.5	9.5
8	9.6
8.5	9.8
9	10.0
9.5	10.2
10	10.3
10.5	10.5
11	10.7
11.5	10.8
12	11.0
12.5	11.2
13	11.3
13.5	11.5
14	11.7

How to Measure

Stand with your heel against a wall on a hard floor. Measure from the wall to the tip of your longest toe. Measure both feet in the evening, when they're at their largest, and use the bigger measurement. If you fall between sizes, we recommend sizing up.

Flat Caps · Newsboy Caps · Beanies

Measure around the widest part of your head, just above the ears and across the forehead. Between sizes? Take the larger.

Size	Head (cm)	Head (in)	UK / US Hat
S	53 – 54	20.9 – 21.3	6 5/8 – 6 3/4
M	55 – 56	21.7 – 22	6 7/8 – 7
L	57 – 58	22.4 – 22.8	7 1/8 – 7 1/4
XL	59 – 60	23.2 – 23.6	7 3/8 – 7 1/2

Dresses · Tops · Knitwear · Blazers

Measurements in inches.

Size	Bust	Waist	Hips
XS	31 – 32	23 – 24	33 – 34
S	33 – 34	25 – 26	35 – 36
M	35 – 36	27 – 28	37 – 38
L	37 – 39	29 – 31	39 – 41
XL	40 – 42	32 – 34	42 – 44
XXL	43 – 45	35 – 37	45 – 47
XXXL	46 – 48	38 – 40	48 – 50

Pants · Trousers · Skirts

If the inseam length isn't what you were looking for, reach out to support@henrygrayson.com and we may be able to arrange a custom size.

Size	Waist (in)	Hip (in)	Inseam (cm)	Inseam (in)
XS	23 – 24	33 – 34	76	30
S	25 – 26	35 – 36	76	30
M	27 – 28	37 – 38	77	30.5
L	29 – 31	39 – 41	77	30.5
XL	32 – 34	42 – 44	77	30.5
XXL	35 – 37	45 – 47	78	31
XXXL	38 – 40	48 – 50	78	31

Footwear

All women's footwear at Henry Grayson is offered in US Women's standard sizing. Measure your foot length and match it to the closest size below.

US Size	Foot Length (in)
2	6.4
2.5	6.6
3	6.7
3.5	6.9
4	7.0
4.5	7.2
5	7.4
5.5	7.5
6	7.7
6.5	7.9
7	8.0
7.5	8.2
8	8.3
8.5	8.5
9	8.7
9.5	8.8
10	9.0
10.5	9.2
11	9.3
11.5	9.5
12	9.6
12.5	9.8
13	10.0
13.5	10.1
14	10.3

How to Measure

Stand with your heel against a wall on a hard floor. Measure from the wall to the tip of your longest toe. Measure both feet in the evening, when they're at their largest, and use the bigger measurement. If you fall between sizes, we recommend sizing up.

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