Baracuta is the British brand behind the G9, the original Harrington jacket, first made in Manchester in the late 1930s. The G9 became a uniform for mods, musicians and film stars, and the name Harrington came from a character in the 1960s television series Peyton Place who wore one. Baracuta still builds its range around the G9 and its longer sibling, the G4, alongside knitwear, shirts and seasonal outerwear.
A Baracuta jacket is a long-term buy. Getting the model, size and fabric right matters more than the colour you pick first.
What makes a Baracuta G9
The G9 has a set of details that copies rarely get all together: a two-button stand-up collar, a zip front, a ribbed cuff and hem, an umbrella yoke at the back so rain runs off, angled flap pockets and the Fraser tartan lining. Those details are the reason to buy the original over the many lookalikes.
Baracuta has typically made its core G9 in England, while some other pieces are produced elsewhere. Check the product page for the country of manufacture on the exact jacket, especially if a made-in-England G9 is what you are after.
G9 or G4
The G9 is waist length and sits at the belt, with a close ribbed hem. It is the classic shape and suits most builds, particularly worn over a shirt or a light knit.
The Baracuta G4 is longer, covering the hips, and was designed with more of a collar and coverage for poorer weather. It is the better choice for taller wearers, people who dislike a cropped silhouette, or anyone wanting a little more warmth over the seat.
If you already own a G9 and want a second Baracuta jacket, the G4 is a genuinely different garment rather than a repeat.
Sizing a Baracuta jacket
Baracuta sizes are usually listed by chest measurement. Measure your chest over a shirt, not a jumper, and compare it with the Baracuta size chart for the specific model and fit, since classic and slimmer cuts differ.
A G9 should close comfortably over the layer you will wear most, with the ribbed hem sitting at the waist without pulling. Too big and the rib cuff and hem bunch; too small and the back yoke strains across the shoulders.
Sleeve length matters because of the ribbed cuffs. They should gather just at the wrist. If you sit between sizes, choose by shoulders and chest; sleeves can sometimes be shortened by a tailor, shoulders cannot.
Fabrics and seasons
The classic G9 is made in a cotton-polyester blend with a water-repellent finish, which suits spring, autumn and damp cities. It shrugs off showers but is not a waterproof coat.
Baracuta also releases the G9 in other fabrics, such as suede, wool and lighter cottons, in seasonal runs. Suede and wool versions are warmer and more delicate; lighter cottons suit summer evenings. Check the fabric description for weight and lining before assuming it wears like the classic.
Care for a Harrington
Follow the care label on the specific Baracuta jacket. Many classic G9s can be gently washed, while suede and wool versions need specialist cleaning. Close the zip and hang the jacket on a broad hanger so the collar and shoulders keep their shape.
The water-repellent finish wears with time and washing. A re-proofing spray suitable for the fabric can restore it.
When Baracuta prices drop
Core colours of the Baracuta G9, such as navy, stone and black, stay in the range and rarely go deep on sale. Seasonal colours and special editions are the ones that fall at the end-of-season sales, typically in winter and summer.
If you want a core colour, pay full price with a code. If a seasonal colour appeals, wait for the sale, but popular sizes sell out first.
Where the Baracuta savings are
The 40% Baracuta code is the biggest here, and on a G9 it is a serious saving. A code this deep is likely tied to a specific promotion or to sale lines, so check that it applies to the jacket you want before counting on it.
The 30% code is the next step down and may also be sale-linked. Try it on core styles as well as seasonal ones.
The 15% code looks like a first-order welcome code. It is the most likely to work on full-price core Baracuta jackets.
Baracuta codes do not normally stack, and extra codes on already reduced items are often blocked. Compare the sale price with full price minus your best code.
Common questions
Does the Baracuta G9 run true to size?
Go by the chest measurement on the Baracuta size chart for the specific fit, measured over a shirt.
Is a Baracuta G9 waterproof?
No. The classic fabric is water-repellent and handles showers, not heavy rain.
What is the difference between the Baracuta G9 and G4?
The G9 is waist length; the G4 is longer and covers the hips.
When is the best time to buy Baracuta?
End-of-season sales for seasonal colours; a code for core colours.
| Discount | Type | Get the deal |
|---|---|---|
| 30% off | Promo code | View at Baracuta → |
| 10% off | Promo code | View at Baracuta → |
| 10% off | Promo code | View at Baracuta → |
| 10% off | Promo code | View at Baracuta → |
