Patagonia Jackson Glacier Parka vs Levi's Men's Classic-Fit Quilted Parka Jacket
Buy the Patagonia Jackson Glacier Parka if you face wet snow, sleet or long cold walks; it is the only one of the two with a waterproof shell and real down insulation. Buy the Levi's Classic-Fit Quilted Parka if you want a warm, casual city coat at a low price. The Patagonia is $499.00 at Alice's Wonderland, Inc. as of the listing date, against $122.50 at Macy's for the Levi's, down from a $350.00 regular price.
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Patagonia Jackson Glacier Parka
Choose the Jackson Glacier Parka if you need a waterproof, down-insulated coat for wet snow and real winter cold.
Pros
- 700-fill recycled down holds warmth per ounce
- Waterproof H2No shell handles wet snow and sleet
- Bluesign-certified nylon and Fair Trade Certified factory
- Trim technical styling
Cons
- Sleek fit leaves little room for thick sweaters
- Thigh length can feel bulky
- $499.00 is four times the Levi's price
What separates them
| Patagonia Jackson Glacier Parka | Levi's Men's Classic-Fit Quilted Parka Jacket | |
|---|---|---|
| Insulation | 700-fill recycled down | Quilted synthetic fill |
| Shell | Waterproof, breathable H2No 2-layer nylon | Quilted fabric, windproof but not waterproof |
| Length | Thigh length | About 33.5 inches |
| Weight | 40.3 oz | Heavy and bulky per buyers |
| Hood | Insulated fixed hood with hidden adjustment cords | Attached sherpa-lined hood |
| Pockets | Two tricot-lined handwarmer pockets | Two chest and two oversized snap pockets |
| Fit | Trim, technical cut that limits heavy layering | Classic fit, snug at the cuffs |
| Price | $499.00 at Alice's Wonderland, Inc. |
Price history
- Patagonia Jackson Glacier Parka: lowest $599.00 on Oct 28.
- Levi's Men's Classic-Fit Quilted Parka Jacket: lowest $122.50 on Oct 29.
Specs compared
| Spec | Patagonia Jackson Glacier Parka | Levi's Men's Classic-Fit Quilted Parka Jacket |
|---|---|---|
| Length | Thigh | — |
| Weight | 40.3 oz | — |
| Insulation | 700-fill recycled down | — |
| Shell | Bluesign-certified nylon | — |
Questions and answers
- Which is warmer in wet snow?
- The Patagonia. Its 700-fill down sits under a waterproof H2No shell, so it keeps insulating when snow or sleet soaks the outside. The Levi's quilted shell is windproof but not waterproof.
- Is the Patagonia worth four times the price?
- If you walk in wet cold or keep a coat for many seasons, yes: down plus a waterproof shell is a different class of coat. For dry, short city commutes the Levi's at $122.50 covers most winter days.
- Which has more room for layers?
- The Levi's. Its classic fit is roomier, though buyers note snug cuffs. The Jackson Glacier has a trim cut that limits heavy sweaters underneath.
- Which is lighter to wear all day?
- The Patagonia at 40.3 oz. Levi's buyers describe their parka as heavy and bulky.
- Does either have a good hood?
- Both have attached hoods. The Patagonia's is insulated with hidden adjustment cords; the Levi's is sherpa-lined for softness.
- Which lasts longer?
- The Patagonia is built for technical use with a Bluesign-certified nylon shell and Fair Trade construction, so it should outlast a fashion quilted coat. The Levi's is the cheaper coat to replace.