It is utterly beyond my understanding why the youth of today have the strange fixation of wearing hooded sweatshirts year round. Sure, in the fall it might offer that ideal level of warmth, but the sheer lack of professionalism in the appearance of a hoodie confuses me as to why its become such a culture must. Anyway, today is not a rant about the hooded culture of america, however idiotic it may be. Today, we turn on the Newspeak, open a pack of lies, and blow the dust off the ol’ propaganda machine as we dive into the many multitude of reasons why you and all your friends should grow up and acquire a 30 once Wool/Melton Cloth blended Pea Coat.
The Pea-coat is the traditional cold weather garb of sailors, dating back as far as the 1700s, and eventually developing into the immensely practical and respectable looking item worn today. As one might suspect, its gets pretty cold and wet out in the ocean, so it can be safe to assume that any item of clothing used for over 200 years is bound to solve these problems. The jacket consists of thick wool material and two rows of buttons as wells as elongated collars. The coat is brief, meaning it cuts off right at the waste, making it suitable for functionality and every day wear. Additionally, the collar provides excellent wind protection and the material acts as a natural water reflector while providing warmth for the user. The most charming feature of this garment however is its durability. In every way, this jacket superior to the modern day crap at LL Bean or Dick’s.
I myself have a Pea Coat that has lasted me over a decade as opposed to the ski jackets one has to replace every three years. Even so, many are probably thinking that most half decent coats will last 5-10 years, what’s the big deal? Well no other jacket I’ve seen will last as long as a Pea Coat without sustaining damage or loss of functionality. The coat I have was first used by my Grandfather in 1965 throughout his first tour in Vietnam. I’ve never seen a Kohl’s jacket go to war and back and still be fit for wear half a century later. To simply add the to the benefits, while wearing a Pea-coat one gives off a sense of professionalism, pretentious professionalism perhaps, but professionalism nonetheless. It’s no secret that if you dress like a dirt bag people will treat you accordingly. “Dress to impress” they say, and with a Pea-coat, you are sure to do just that.
To conclude, if you want warmth, style, and the ability to scoff laughingly at the peasants in hoodies, look no further then a Navy Pea-coat.