Waxed Trucker Jacket | Flint and Tinder
Our waxed trucker jacket is built from heavyweight 10oz waxed canvas that weathers beautifully over time. We designed this jacket for the guy who needs genuine workwear toughness but wants the style of a classic denim trucker silhouette.
The water-resistant waxed finish sheds light rain and resists wind while developing a unique patina with wear. Inside, you'll find a breathable cotton lining that keeps you comfortable without overheating. Corduroy collar trim, antique brass hardware, and reinforced stress points complete the heritage aesthetic.
This is an all-season layer that works over a flannel shirt in fall or a henley in spring. The regular fit allows room for layering without excess bulk, and the broken-in feel starts from day one.
- 10oz waxed canvas shell with water-resistant finish
- Breathable cotton body lining
- Corduroy collar trim for added comfort
- Antique brass buttons and hardware
- Two chest button-flap pockets with internal pen slots
Waxed Canvas Construction & Durability
We source heavyweight 10oz cotton canvas and finish it with a proprietary wax treatment that penetrates deep into the fibers. This process creates a water-resistant barrier without sacrificing breathability, so you stay dry in drizzle but never feel sealed in.
The waxed finish is what makes this jacket special. As you wear it, high-friction areas like elbows and pocket edges develop lighter wear marks that reveal the raw canvas beneath. This natural aging process means your Flint and Tinder waxed trucker evolves into a one-of-a-kind piece that tells your story.
Fit, Sizing & Layering
The trucker silhouette runs true to size with a regular fit through the body. We cut the armholes with enough room for a thick flannel or lightweight sweater underneath, but the overall profile stays trim enough to wear under a topcoat when temperatures drop further.
Sleeve length hits right at the wrist bone when your arms hang naturally. The body length covers your belt line without extending past the hip, maintaining classic trucker proportions. Adjustable button cuffs let you fine-tune the sleeve opening depending on what you’re wearing underneath.
Care & Re-Waxing Instructions
Spot-clean stains with a damp cloth and mild soap — avoid machine washing, which strips the wax finish prematurely. For general freshening, hang the jacket outdoors on a breezy day or brush off dried mud with a stiff-bristled brush.
The water-resistant properties will gradually diminish after 12-18 months of regular wear, but you can restore them at home with waxed jacket reproofing bars available from outdoor suppliers. Rub the wax bar onto clean, dry canvas, then use a hairdryer on low heat to melt it into the fabric.
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Waxed Trucker Jacket Questions
The fit closely mirrors a classic denim trucker silhouette but with slightly more room in the shoulders and chest to accommodate the heavier canvas fabric. The armholes are cut generously enough for layering over thick shirts or lightweight sweaters.
Order your standard jacket size for a true-to-size fit. The canvas will relax about half an inch in the body after the first month of regular wear.
The waxed canvas is water-resistant, not waterproof. It will shed light rain and drizzle effectively for 20-30 minutes, but heavy downpours will eventually soak through at seams and high-wear areas.
The wax treatment repels moisture at the surface level, and you can restore this protection after extended wear by applying additional wax and heating it into the fabric with a hairdryer.
No, machine washing will strip the wax finish and damage the water-resistant properties. Spot-clean stains with a damp cloth and mild soap, and brush off dried dirt with a stiff brush.
For deeper cleaning, professional dry cleaners experienced with waxed garments can clean the jacket and reapply wax treatment. Most wearers find that minimal cleaning maintains the jacket's character and finish better.
With regular wear, the factory wax treatment typically lasts 12-18 months before needing reproofing. High-friction areas like elbows and pocket edges will show wear first as the wax coating thins.
You can extend the finish by storing the jacket properly and avoiding unnecessary washing. When water stops beading on the surface, it's time to reapply wax using a reproofing bar designed for waxed canvas.
The unlined waxed trucker is ideal for 45-65°F as an outer layer, or down to 35°F when layered under a heavier coat. The breathable cotton lining prevents overheating in moderate temperatures while the canvas blocks wind effectively.
For colder weather, consider the flannel-lined version which adds warmth without significantly more bulk. In summer, the jacket works as an evening layer when temperatures drop after sunset.
Yes, developing a unique patina is one of the signature features of waxed canvas. Areas that see frequent friction — elbows, cuffs, pocket edges — will lighten as the wax wears away, revealing the natural canvas color beneath.
This aging process creates character marks that make your jacket distinctly yours. The contrast between worn and unworn areas intensifies over years of use, giving the jacket a lived-in heritage aesthetic that improves with age.
We partner with American craftspeople to produce this jacket domestically. The waxed canvas is sourced and finished in the USA, and construction takes place at facilities we've worked with for years to ensure consistent quality standards.
This domestic production allows us to maintain tight quality control over materials, stitching, and hardware installation while supporting American manufacturing jobs.