The Carhartt Chore Coat is rumoured to have been knocking around since dinosaurs roamed the wilderness, and we have no doubt that it could probably hold its own against a T-Rex’s incisor or two. Through the ages, the circa 1917 jacket formerly known as the “Engineer Sack Coat” has inspired a never-ending assembly line of workwear-inspired fashion due to its perennial and iconic stature.
In an interesting turn of events, Carhartt decided that they would don a self-reflective stance, designing the modernised Carhartt OG Chore Coat that takes its name and inspiration from its hard-working, Detroit heritage. Still equipped with all the things that made the Chore Jacket great, the OG feels a little boxier and more oversized, acknowledging the days back when Work In Progress was an acknowledgment of its wearer’s daily grind.
As a result of reinventing the jacket, we’re very happy to see some tasty mod cons such as triple-stitch detailing, personalised buttons, and an aged canvas finish for utilitarian aesthetics without ever having to lift a wrench. The winter variants also feature a blanket lining for added warmth and comfort, a truly perfect piece of rebel jacket action.
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