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How to identify a high-quality Bomber jacket?
When we buy a high-quality Bomber jacket, if we don’t understand the fabric and the details of the craftsmanship, we will often waste money. The biggest difference between a good Bomber jacket and a poor quality Bomber jacket is not only the fabric, but also the workmanship and details. The market price ranges from a few hundred to a few thousand yuan. The styles that look similar in appearance may have very different workmanship! As a quality inspector of a garment factory who has been in the industry for ten years, today I will reveal 5 key [workmanship details] from the perspective of the industry insiders, and teach you to identify the quality of the jacket at a glance and avoid the "cheap goods" trap!
1. Look at the fabric: waterproof, crisp, and wrinkle-resistant are hard indicators
The core of a high-quality Bomber jacket lies in the fabric. Inferior jackets often use cheap polyester fibers, which are easy to pilling and have poor breathability. High-quality fabrics must meet the following requirements:
Outer material: Nylon (such as Cordura nylon) or high-density polyester fibers are preferred, which have waterproof and scratch-resistant properties, and are delicate and not stiff to the touch.
Lining material: common breathable mesh or silk texture lining, ensuring comfortable wearing without stuffiness.
Processing: high-end models will use "wax coating" or "frosted process" to improve wind resistance and texture, and there will be no obvious creases after pressing with fingers.
Tips to avoid pits: Use your fingernails to gently scratch the surface of the fabric. If there are obvious marks or uneven reflections, it may be that the coating process is not up to standard.
2. Sewing process: double needle sewing + more than 12 stitches per inch
The stitching directly determines the durability of the jacket. In order to save costs, cheap jackets often use single-line sewing and sparse stitches (less than 8 stitches per inch), which is easy to open and deform.
Double needle sewing: shoulder lines, armholes and other stress-bearing parts need "double lines in parallel", and the stitches are neat and without skipped stitches.
Needle density: at least 12 stitches per inch (the stitches are tight and even when observed by naked eyes), and the stitching color is consistent with the fabric.
Closing treatment: the threaded seams at the hem, cuffs and other positions must be flat, without excess thread ends or wrinkles.
Industry secrets: Big-name jackets use "chain sewing machines" to make the stitches more elastic and less likely to break after long-term wear.
3. Zippers and hardware: Look for YKK+ metal materials
Zipper is the most easily overlooked part of the workmanship details of Bomber jackets! Poor-quality plastic zippers are prone to jamming and rusting, while high-quality jackets will do the following:
Zipper brand: International brands such as YKK and RIRI are preferred, which are smooth and durable.
Material technology: The main zipper should be metal teeth (copper or nickel alloy), and the pull head should be engraved with the brand LOGO, with a clear sense of weight.
Reinforcement design: The bottom of the zipper is reinforced with "metal rivets" or "leather" to prevent frequent pulling and falling off.
Test method: Pull the zipper repeatedly 5 times, and it is qualified if it is smooth and without jamming, and there is no gap between the teeth after closing.
4. Lining and filling: The thermal insulation layer needs to be even and flat
The lining and filling of the jacket directly affect the warmth and comfort.
Filling: High-quality models mostly use polyester fiber cotton (light and warm), which rebounds quickly after being pressed; if it feels stiff or hears a "rustling" sound, it may be low-quality black-hearted cotton.
Quilting process: The filling layer needs to be fixed with "diamond quilting", with straight lines and even distribution to avoid cotton leakage.
Lining seams: The lining seams should be hemmed or locked, with no exposed edges to prevent friction with the skin.
5. Detailed decoration: Threaded hem and label information are indispensable
The last details often reflect the manufacturer's degree of care:
Threaded hem: The elastic thread needs to fit tightly to the waist, and can quickly return to its original shape after stretching, with consistent width and no skew.
Label information: The washing label must clearly indicate the fabric composition, origin, and washing method, and the stitching must be neat and without alterations.
Decorative elements: The edges of embroidery or printed patterns are clear, without derailment or smudging; the metal snaps are clearly engraved and firmly opened and closed.
Summary: Master 5 standards and easily choose the right high-quality Bomber jacket!
