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Chris Bray

Sterlingwear of Boston & Schott of Canada

10 February 2009, 05.32 | Posted in Jackets, Made In The USA, Outdoors | 3 comments »

I know Spring is right around the corner but now is the time to shop for winter coats. Case in point – Sterlingwear of Boston, who makes superior, military spec Peacoats at a very good value has some great deals at Vermont’s Barre Army & Navy. Sterlingwear’s 100% wool, fitted “Mariner’ Peacoat is $139 and their “Navigator’ Peacoat which is also fitted and has a full satin lining can be had for $99. All of the Sterlingwear coats are union made in East Boston. Hurry up as sizes are going fast. The glowing testimonial at Ask Andy About Clothes has me sold:

“After reading several positive reviews on the site, I decided to check out Sterlingwear of Boston and their selection of Peacoats.

After realizing they were located in East Boston, about block from where I grew up – I decided to call and ask if they took orders in person and if I could come over and look at some of the styles. They were extremely helpful on phone and were happy to get a visit from a customer, since most of their work is via internet, mail order and by contract with the US military.

To make a long story short, I went to the factory and met with Jack Foster the Director of Sales. He was one of the most helpful people I have met in years, and showed me around their facility, showed me some of their authentic Peacoats, some of their fashion designs, and some of the other things they make. I settled on a Navigator, which is basically the authentic US Navy Peacoat – with full satin lining. Got measured and special ordered it in Navy. It cost $159 dollars including all taxes and UPS delivery to my front door.

I received my jacket today (less than 4 weeks after my order), and I am totally blown away with the quality of the material, workmanship, and style. Honestly, if you are looking for a Peacoat – I suggest you give Sterlingwear of Boston a try. A really great bunch of people, making fantastic products, at amazing prices.

US Wings has some nice military looks as well. Schott N-3B Parka. Made in Canada. Available in OD, Navy or Black. $74.95

Schott Toggle Knit Sweater. Available in Black. $136

Spring deals can be had too at US Wings. Military Cargo Shorts with adjustable waste tabs. Available in OD, Navy and Khaki. $16.95

WWII Aviators Cap made with 8.2 ounce twill and adjustable leather strap. Khaki. $9.95

3 comments
  1. Vadim:

    I myself own two Sterlingwear peacoats. Cant say enough about how good they are. Classic clean design. Sharp shoulders. Bullet proof.
    Thats probably the reason I cant make myself buy a new winter coat for about 3 years now.

  2. DANIEL MALDONADO:

    I DANIEL MALDONADO AS AN EX EMPLOYEE FOR STERLING WEAR DO OWN A PEA COAT MADE ENTIRELY OUT OF 100 PER.WOOL AND POLYESTER . ITS THE BEST GIFT I WAS GIVEN BY THE COMPANY OVER FOUR YEARS AGO ITS STILL THE BEST COAT FOR THE WINTER HOLIDAYS OR FOR JUST TO KEEP WARM WELL JUST STOPPING BY TO SAY HI TO EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU GUYS I MISS WORKING FOR YOUS AND WISH THAT I NEVER LEFT .KEEP MAKING THOSE GREAT COATS . TO CONTACT ME CALL ME AT 781 581 0096 OR GO TO MY EMAIL ADDDRES THANK YOU AGAIN. DM

  3. Anita Baker:

    I bought my first Sterlingwear coat three years ago and it still looks like new. This by far the best coat I have ever owned. I have the Classic in red, and am now getting ready to get the Maria in pink. I found Sterlingwear when I committed to buying American made products whenever possible. I can’t say enough about these coat except to say BUY ONE!

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