
The Shadow Parka - Black
Engineered in England to endure the harshest winter conditions, the Shadow Parka stands alone as the only British-made down parka, a symbol of resilience, ingenuity, and uncompromising workmanship. Handcrafted from waterproof cotton Ventile® and insulated with Class 1 goose down, the purest and most sustainable grade, it is fully waterproof with taped internal seams and finished with a merino shearling collar, cashmere-lined pockets, and military-grade copper hardware. Built in Manchester to withstand anything.
DETAILS
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- Handcrafted using the world’s finest 100% cotton Ventile®
- 90% down, 10% feather insulation (Class 1, the highest, cleanest grade available) 600-fill (warm enough for temperatures up to -15°C)
- 100% waterproof with taped seams
- High-rise wraparound 100% merino shearling collar (note: each collar is unique as no two shearling skins are the same)
- Studded detachable hood with copper adjusters
- Two-way centre-front military-grade copper zip fastening (ideal when entering or exiting cars, bikes, etc.)
- Button-through placket concealing a RIRI-zip secure map pocket for easy access without unfastening the main zip
- Two external angled hand-warmer pockets lined in 100% cashmere
- Two external patch pockets with bellows, flap, and button fastening
- Internal smartphone-friendly patch pocket with stud-secure fastening
- Ventile® stud bearer with hold tab for ease of fastening
- Knitted storm cuffs to block wind and cold
- Etched copper rivets at back neck and hanger loop
- Military-grade copper hardware from RIRI of Switzerland
- Real horn British-made combat buttons
- As a natural, piece-dyed cotton, Ventile® will likely develop a soft patina and gentle colour fading over time, a hallmark of its character and heritage
- Made in our own factory in Manchester, England
- Model's measurements: Height: 6’1/185cm, Chest: 40"/101cm, Waist: 34"/86cm and wears a Size 4/M
FABRIC
- Outer: 100% cotton Ventile® (famously used on the first summit of Mount Everest in 1953) - 200gsm
- Filling: 90% Hungarian goose down, 10% feather (Class 1, the highest and cleanest grade available) 600-fill (warm enough for temperatures up to -15°C)
- Pocketing: 100% cashmere
- Body lining: 100% nylon
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
- Wipe down when needed
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