French Workman’s Jacket in Graphite Herringbone

$228.00

We updated our best selling French Workman's Jacket in a colorful range of herringbone twills. The traditional workman’s jacket was designed in the late 1800s as a practical, protective layer for the French working class to wear over their clothes, complete with numerous patch pockets to hold tools and spare parts. We designed our workman’s jacket to serve as a piece of outerwear, as well as a stand-in for a sports-jacket in a pinch. This garment features three exterior patch pockets and one interior hidden pocket, as well as a herringbone-taped front placket with anchor-engraved buttons. The cuffs have buttons so they can be rolled up for a day's work or if the temperature calls for it. 

Lightweight and versatile, wear it on to protect against a chilly sea breeze or over a button down as a casual alternative to a sports jacket on date night.

Size
Fit Guide
Size (US) Chest Waist (US) Arm Length
XS 32-34 26-28 31-32
S 35-37 29-31 32-33
M 38-40 32-34 33-34
L 41-43 35-37 34-35
XL 44-46 38-40 35-36
XXL 47-49 41-43 36-36.5
Details and Care

100% Cotton

Imported

Machine wash cold, tumble dry low.

Shipping

*Due to ongoing supply chain challenges, several items on our site are listed as (Pre-Order). We will ship those items as soon as they arrive, and will ship any other stocked items in your order immediately, unless you specifically request that we wait to ship the full order together.

Orders are typically processed within 3-5 business days. Shipping times vary based on destination and shipping method. Quaker Marine Supply offers free ground shipping on all U.S. orders of $200+ via UPS. Should you need your order sooner, shipping rates for faster services are calculated at checkout. Please make sure all shipping and billing information is correct to avoid unnecessary delays.

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International (non-US) customers are responsible for payment of any associated fees, customs, duties, and taxes. 

Unfortunately, taxes associated with shipment from, for example, the US to the UK can be quite substantial, so we urge you to take this into consideration before placing an international order. 

International shipments outside the US are final sale and ineligible for returns and exchanges.

All prices are listed in USD. We recommend international customers check the current exchange rate to get the best idea of what they will be charged.

If you have any questions, please contact us at help@quakermarine.com. 

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Herringbone Twill

Cotton herringbone twill (or HBT) was most notably used in military fatigues in WWII, but has since been co-opted for use in everyday garments for its hard-wearing quality and subtly patterned weave.

We garment-dyed and washed our jackets to give them a broken-in look and feel, reminiscent of some of our own favorite vintage HBT garments that only continue to improve with each wear.

Overall rating: 4.9444447 / 5 from 90 reviews.

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The French Workman’s Jacket in Graphite Herringbone is praised for its excellent quality, perfect fit, and unique color. Customers appreciate its versatility and protective features, making it suitable for various occasions.

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Review highlights

  • "I really like my jacket, high quality fabric, great fit and color" — Mary F.
  • "Perfect fit, great color, excellent, unusual look" — camilla A.
  • "Love the color, fit, and style." — Paul B.

Reviews

Parks Department Green !! Love it

"This jacket exceeded my expectations in every way. The herringbone twill fabric is lightweight yet substantial enough to provide protection from cool breezes, making it incredibly versatile for year-round wear. The craftsmanship is outstanding, from the anchor-engraved buttons to the thoughtful herringbone-taped placket and well-placed pockets. What I appreciate most is how easily it transitions between casual and dressier occasions. It works perfectly as a practical outer layer for everyday wear, but it also looks sharp over a button-down shirt as a relaxed alternative to a sports jacket. The fit is comfortable, and the button cuffs make it easy to adjust for changing temperatures. This jacket captures the timeless style of the classic French workman’s coat while adding modern versatility and refinement. Functional, comfortable, and stylish—it’s quickly become one of the most useful pieces in my wardrobe. Highly recommended."

— mark (5/5)

Effortless Style

"Hey Everyone, I just put on my olive-colored coat and while I had it on, three things came to mind. I'm six foot, 195, and the Extra Large fit me perfectly, not too tight for when I'll layer. 2nd, Effortless Style, this is a casual jacket that announces, "tell me you have panache, without saying it out loud. " and Finally, It's comfy, and casual, yet elevated. Simply put, I FRIGGIN LOVE THIS COAT!!! Respect to this store, their service, and their products. ~Eddie in Tennessee"

— Eddie (5/5)

Perfection!

"Other than a ”you look like a painter, Grandma” comment…It’s a pretty cool jacket to throw on over anything!"

— Carolyn N. (5/5)

Excellent Comfort Easy To Wear !

"A very well made easy to wear and stylish jacket. You almost feel it’s not on your body ! It moves with you ! I may get a second one in an alternate color when it comes back on sale."

— Robert L. (3/5)

Long overdue purchase

"My husband has been on the hunt for a chore coat for quite some time. He's had a hard time finding one that fit proper and felt right. After several months of prodding, convinced him to order this coat and it checked all the right boxes! Hoping for this to be in linen as well one day to get him another one!"

— Brynn D. (5/5)

Women's French Workmen's Jacket in Amber

"Wonderful jacket and outstanding color. I'm enjoying wearing it and often receive compliments on the color."

— Susan S. (5/5)

Super product

"Great casual take anywhere coat. Great fabric and fit."

— Michael A. (5/5)

Show off!

"My husband wears his jackets (2) every evening on our cruise. They are comfortable and elegant. Perfect for a special occasion or excursion. He always looks in style."

— Charlena S. (5/5)

Jacket review

"The quality of the fabric, sizing and finish were fabulous. The color is rich and warm"

— Richard W. (5/5)

Terrific jacket

"attractive, easy, comfortable"

— Ellen H. (5/5)

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