Rugged, Warm & Stylish: The Best Carhartt Jackets In 2022

The Loose Fit Firm Duck Insulated Flannel-Lined Active Jac from Carhartt is one of those jackets you see on worksites large and small from coast to coast. It’s also popular among folks who want to look good, be comfortable and stay warm at outdoor sporting events in the fall and early winter. This is a ruggedly handsome classic Carhartt jacket with a big flannel-lined hood, a pair of roomy external pockets (plus two internal pockets for additional storage) to keep your hands warm, and triple stitching all around to ensure durability. The quilted flannel lining does an outstanding job trapping heat and the wind-resistant and water-resistant shell means you don’t have to reach for the windbreaker when the weather gets gnarly.

The ribbed cuffs and waistband ensure the warmth stays in and the drafts stay out, and the drawstring in the hood lets you finish the heat seal when the temps really start to drop. The motion of the high-quality no-catch zipper is smooth and dependable every time. The 12-ounce cotton duck exterior is tightly woven to stave off penetration by the wind. It’s also treated with a reliable, environmentally friendly water repellent and the whole thing is machine washable, saving you a bundle on dry-cleaning. Complete the look with Carhartt’s Rugged Professional Cap or read the full review here first.

The Sandstone Active Jacket by Carhartt is both tough and comfortable. It’s the perfect three-season jacket for working the construction site, walking the steel, or hiking your favorite backwoods trail on the weekend. The Sandstone is designed to allow for a maximum range of motion so there are no uncomfortable pinches or restrictions if you twist this way or that. It has a very comfortable and effective quilted flannel lining with zippered closure and ribbed cuffs and waistband to keep the cold air out. The hood is generously sized, too, and features a drawcord closure mechanism to keep the warmth in when the temp takes a dive.

This great jacket has a shell fashioned from 12-ounce cotton duck which is nothing like the cotton you’re used to with your t-shirts. This is a multi-ply fabric with an extremely tight weave that resists penetration by those cold north winds and won’t easily catch or be damaged by incidental contact. It’s also treated to be water resistant so you can wear it in light rain without trepidation. When fully zipped with the drawcord on the hood cinched, you’ll enjoy serious warmth even on the chilliest spring and fall days. All in all, a great piece of work kit that pulls double duty at the campsite, just like any of these heated jackets from our list.

The Sherpa Lined Sandstone Sierra Jacket by Carhartt is the classic outdoor work jacket. Rugged but with a trim, tailored profile, it’s perfectly at home in the jobsite trailer, being worn by the crane operator hundreds of feet above the street, and at a sporting event or even campsite. About the only thing that tops the rugged good looks of this jacket is its effectiveness at keeping you both warm and comfortable all day long.

The outer shell of the sherpa-lined jacket is crafted from 100% 12 oz sandstone cotton duck. This is not your average cotton fabric. 12 oz duck is typically used for athletic shoes, automobile covers, sails, upholstery, and other applications that require a durable but forgiving fabric. The back of the jacket features a drop tail for extra coverage when the cold winds blow and there are two large pockets for hand warming and a chest-high front pocket that zips closed to keep your important notes or phone safe from the elements. Quilted nylon in the sleeves and robust sherpa lining throughout the body ensure warmth and comfort during those cold and hard days on the job. Tough, super-warm, comfortable and stylish – what more can one ask from a work jacket? We say nothing.

This is another Carhartt classic that’s often copied but rarely duplicated. The Yukon Extremes Insulated Loose Fit Active Jac may have a stylish, minimalist profile but don’t let that fool you. It’s a rugged, dependable, warm-as-toast piece of professional clothing that doesn’t care if the temperature drops or the wind kicks up or the snow begins to fall. With 150g of 3M Thinsulate featherless insulation, the Yukon Extremes should be a mandatory kit for anyone who works in cold conditions. It’s warm, flexible and durable as well as water repellent and wind resistant.

The Cordura nylon 500-Denier shell will push back at penetrating winds and send those pesky snowflakes sliding off to the ground. Ribbed cuffs and waistband lock in the warmth and the whole jacket is tailored to allow for maximum flexibility so you can do your job without worrying that your jacket is going to let in the cold. The hood is also spacious and warm and allows trouble-free head movement. There are plenty of pockets too, including two lower-front pockets, one chest pocket, and two interior zip and hook-and-loop pockets. And to help keep you visible and protected at night, the Yukon Extremes has a reflective taping on center back yoke and front pockets. Don’t forget to also check out these comfy and warm fleece jackets.

Whether you work on a road crew, a rail crew or a construction crew you’re going to like the Loose Fit Firm Duck Thermal-Lined Active Jac from Carhartt. This jacket is ideal for those days when the wind is up and the temperature is down – but not freezing. Wear a nice wool sweater under this puppy and you’re ready for everything but the most extreme weather conditions. The dual hand warmer front pockets have plenty of room for your gloved hands while the ribbed waistband and cuffs work with the quilted polyester lining to keep the heat in and the cold out. The 100% ringspun cotton duck shell is rough and ready and the high-quality zipper will never leave you stuck when you need it.

The 12 oz duck is tough stuff and this jacket puts it to good use. The tight weave of this material makes it an ideal wind seal and there’s also thermal polyester lining for warmth retention. While warm, this jacket is designed for work in cooler conditions, not extremely cold, freezing temperatures. It’s ideal for fall, but if you plan on wearing in winter make sure you layer underneath – it’s a loose fit so there’s extra room for multiple layers. for Like most Carhartt men’s jackets, this one can be tossed in the washing machine on cold gentle cycle and won’t be any worse for it.

The Sherpa Lined Sandstone Ridge Coat is ideal for folks whose job or lifestyle takes them outside in all types of weather conditions and who are looking for both durability and good style from their outerwear. The “Sherpa” lining referred to in the name of this jacket is a man-made material that is used to retain heat. It shares characteristics and abilities with lamb’s wool although it doesn’t come from an animal of any kind. The handsome outer shell of the Ridge coat is cut to fit but still able to offer plenty of flexibility and warmth, with the rib-knit storm cuffs inside the sleeve ensuring drafts can’t get in and ruin your day.

This is a great-looking jacket that fits more like a sport coat than a work coat. It has plenty of pockets to warm your hands, keep your phone high and dry, and store your ID, pocket change, keys and more. The 12 oz duck shell is resistant to scratches and scrapes and won’t let the wind through its ultra-tight weave. The pleated back and elbows ensure the jacket moves when you do, making it great for work and weekend hikes. It’s not the warmest coat, but it’s roomy and has plenty of space for layering. Great for fall and milder winter days, just like these quality bomber jackets, so make sure to check them out, too!

Whether you’re shoveling the sidewalk, plowing the parking lot, answering the call for highway assistance, or delivering goods to market on a cold winter’s day, the Arctic Quilt Lined Sandstone Traditional Coat has the chops to keep you warm, provide you the range of motion you need when working, and keep you looking great when you leave work and head to the kid’s Pop Warner Football game. The lining in this warm coat is more substantial than in some of Carhartt’s other jackets, and that’s saying something. It has an Arctic-grade quilt lining that extends down to the cuffs and there’s an internal drawstring that lets you keep the warmth that lining creates in, near your body.

Full range of motion is preserved by way of the pleated elbows and split back. The wind flap over the zipper keeps cold air from penetrating through the zipper mechanism and is a welcome addition here. There are four front pockets altogether (two lower, two upper) with the upper pockets held fast by way of a hook and loop closure mechanism. There are also snaps discreetly located under the collar which you can attach a hood to. Be sure to also check out our list of the best field jackets for more great items like this.

The Storm Defender Shoreline Jacket is one of the more overtly stylish Carhartt jackets intended for guys who spend lots of time outside but don’t necessarily spend all the time carrying equipment, materials or debris around. In fact, you may purchase this jacket for work and wind up using it to go out socializing. It’s that sharp. The nylon outer shell is slick and waterproof and will provide protection against rain and snow. The polyester mesh used to line the jacket is effective but will need a little help on those bone-chilling mornings.

The Storm Defender from Carhartt keeps you nice and warm when you’re fighting a howling gale on your sailboat and when you’re out and about town with your buddies on Saturday night. As a truly waterproof jacket, it will keep you high and dry when the rain is pelting the site or the snow is piling up. The optional hood has Velcro closures at the chin and snaps on or off to suit your particular needs. If you’re looking for an all-purpose three-season jacket that will turn heads while keeping you warm and comfy, this is it.

If you’re looking for a comfy, stretchy soft shell jacket by Carhartt, the Crowley’s Soft Shell Jacket is a fantastic option. Its face is constructed from nylon (90%) and elastane (10%) and it boasts a durable DWR coating, so it’s both weather-resistant and very flexible – perfect for work, sport events and weekend hikes. There are three exterior and two interior pockets, Rugged Flex technology for a greater range of motion, triple stitched seams and a mock neck for extra warmth.

The water-repellent exterior is beautifully functional with a classic ‘guy’ look that simply never goes out of style, while the drawstring at the waist keeps the heat in close to you, where it belongs. Triple stitching on all major seams and Rugged Flex technology means the jacket will move with you no matter what you do. So whether you’re making deliveries, framing a house, wiring an outdoor security camera, or just hanging in the stands of your daughter’s soccer game, this Carhartt jacket is both a style and value winner.