Finding the right shooting jacket means balancing performance, comfort and style. At Farlows, we understand that every shoot and season demands something different - from early autumn days on the moor to winter drives in challenging weather.

Our range of men's shooting jackets and ladies' shooting jackets has been selected to perform in the field while reflecting traditional country values and British craftsmanship. If you're unsure on your exact requirements, give our team a call on 0207 484 1000 and we'll be happy to help.

Key Features to Look For

A quality shooting coat should offer:

• Freedom of movement for moving the gun
• Waterproof or water-resistant protection for unpredictable conditions
• Ample pockets for cartridges and essentials
• Insulation to keep you warm without restricting your shot

Many of our jackets combine heritage tweeds and classic tailoring with modern waterproof membranes and lightweight linings - the ideal mix of tradition and technology.

Tweed Shooting Jackets and Coats

As the most traditional material, a tweed shooting jacket which forms part of a matching outfit, is not only beautiful to look at but also offers excellent performance. Tweed is an incredibly durable fabric designed to provide many years of wear. It's rugged, naturally resistant to wind and water and has excellent insulating properties too. As such, tweed shooting clothing is ideal for the autumn and winter months of the season. Many modern tweed coats which are designed to be worn as the outer layer feature a secondary degree of waterproofing, either through liners within the fabric or performance membranes such as GORE-TEX. Our range of tweed jackets includes everything from sharply-cut formal shooting jackets to performance all-weather fieldcoats. 

Technical Waterproof Shooting Jackets and Coats

Whilst tweed offers a high degree of natural weather protection, some shooting jackets are constructed with a modern waterproof outer layer more akin to a regular raincoat such as GORE-TEX. These jackets are highly versatile, and you may find yourself using the same one for pheasant shooting, deer stalking and regular country wear. If you're looking for a lightweight shooting jacket that packs down small, a technical modern material option would be a great choice. As they don't offer the wearer as much natural insulation as tweed, this style of jacket is great for year-round use, just layer-up underneath accordingly. 

Deer Stalking / Hunting Jackets and Coats

The requirements of the deer stalker are often very different to those of the game shooter and our range includes a number of pieces with that in mind. How 'noisy' a fabric is can be an important consideration, as can weight, features and the level of weather proofing. It's fair to say that deer stalkers spend a lot more time crawling on the ground than game shooters do, and in our range you'll find supremely tough fabrics which will take everything you throw at them. You'll also find lightweight pieces in our deer stalking clothing collection which offer comfort over a long day of walking the hill which will also roll down easily into a backpack.

Why Buy from Farlows

With more than 175 years of outfitting country sportsmen and women, Farlows remains one of the UK’s most trusted names in shooting clothing. Our expert team are passionate about the outdoors and can advise on everything from gunroom attire to the right layering system for wet and cold conditions.

For more advice, explore our Shooting Information hub or visit us in-store for personal guidance on fit and performance.