Work Jackets
Shell jackets and shell parkas keep wind and rain out during outdoor work. South West supplies the men's Ames and Dexter and the women's Alma and Disa, wind- and waterproof with a 10,000 mm water column and a detachable hood, Ames and Alma in ripstop fabric. Top Swede adds the high-visibility shell jacket series 130 with thumb holes and the men's shell jacket 6520, both to EN 343 class 3. Sizes range from XS to 6XL.
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How to choose Softshell and Shell Jackets
What matters when choosing: properties, comparison and typical applications.
How to choose a shell jacket
| Criterion | What to look for | Example in this category |
|---|---|---|
| Rain protection | Waterproof or water-repellent, 10,000 mm water column | Dexter and Disa shell jackets |
| Standard | Protective clothing against rain to EN 343 class 3 | Top Swede series 130 and 6520 |
| Visibility | Fluorescent yellow or orange combined with black or navy | Top Swede series 130 |
| Length | Jacket, or parka for more coverage | Ames (men) and Alma (women) shell parkas |
| Details | Detachable hood, ripstop fabric, thumb holes | Ames, Alma, Dexter, Disa; series 130 |
Shell jackets: frequently asked questions
- What does a 10,000 mm water column mean?
- The water column indicates how much water pressure the fabric withstands. The South West shell styles specify 10,000 mm; the Ames, Alma, Dexter and Disa shell jackets are rated wind- and waterproof, the Ames and Alma shell parkas wind- and water-repellent.
- Which shell jackets meet EN 343?
- The Top Swede high-visibility shell jacket series 130 with thumb holes and the men's shell jacket 6520 are made to EN 343 class 3.
- Are there women's styles?
- Yes. South West offers the women's Alma and Disa alongside the men's Ames and Dexter.
- Which colours are available?
- Depending on the style, South West jackets come in black, marine blue, navy and dark olive. Top Swede series 130 is available in fluorescent yellow/black, fluorescent yellow/navy and fluorescent orange/navy.
- Are these shell jackets ESD-safe?
- The jackets in this category are weather protection garments and are not labelled as ESD garments. For EPA areas, choose clothing explicitly specified as ESD.