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3 Feb 2022
Merlin Bamford Cotec AAA Wax Jacket - Black
8oz waxed cotton jacket with removable thermal lining, front and rear ventilation ports, and D3O® protection
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Bamford redefines heritage motorcycle apparel as the first CE AAA-rated tech wax riding jacket. Built from Scottish Halley Stevensons® Cotec waxed cotton, it delivers the timeless character of traditional wax with a lighter, stronger and more weather-resistant construction suited to modern riding. Bamford combines a waterproof Humax membrane, removable thermal liner and multiple ventilation points to adapt across changing conditions. Finished with British Marton Mills tartan detailing and full suite of D3O® protection.
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Merlin Bamford Cotec AAA Wax Jacket - Black
- 8oz Halley Stevensons® Cotec Tech waxed cotton construction
- Cordura® reinforced interlining panels
- Humax® Active waterproof and breathable membrane
- British Marton Mills® tartan liner trims
- YKK® zips used throughout
- Leather-bound comfort collar and cuff edges
- Breathable mesh fixed lining
- Zip out full-body thermal satin lining
- YKK® antique brass external zips
- D3O® LP1 Tri-Vented shoulder and elbow protection
- D3O® Viper Air large back protector
- Pockets for optional D3O® CP chest protectors
- Cargo pockets with flaps
- Hidden rear storage pocket
- Inside facing jet pocket
- Glasses/sunglasses stash pocket
- Earplug/earphone internal pocket
- Internal patch pocket
- Magnetic closure side entry hand warmer pockets
- Expanding side hem for ease of sitting
- Two front and two rear ventilation ports
- Hidden snap stud arm adjustment and drawcord waist adjustment
- Forearm coin/toll stash pocket
- Three point belt waist connection points
- Short jacket-to-jean connecting zip
- CE EN17092 level AAA certified
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK SIZE | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 |
| EURO SIZE | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 | 62 |
Bamford redefines heritage motorcycle apparel as the first CE AAA-rated tech wax riding jacket. Built from Scottish Halley Stevensons® Cotec waxed cotton, it delivers the timeless character of traditional wax with a lighter, stronger and more weather-resistant construction suited to modern riding. Bamford combines a waterproof Humax membrane, removable thermal liner and multiple ventilation points to adapt across changing conditions. Finished with British Marton Mills tartan detailing and full suite of D3O® protection.
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