The Iron Heart 12oz Whipcord Tanker Jacket expertly blends WWII-era military inspiration with modern craftsmanship. Made from durable, sulfur-dyed Japanese whipcord fabric, it offers a comfortable hand feel that ages beautifully. The weather-resistant Ventile cotton lining ensures warmth and protection against the elements, while thoughtful details like a two-way YKK zipper, hybrid knit cuffs, and ample pocket space enhance functionality. Crafted in Japan, this jacket epitomizes rugged elegance and superior quality.
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Iron Heart 12oz Whipcord Tanker Jacket
draws inspiration from the WWII-era jackets issued to U.S. servicemen in the 1940s but reimagines them with modern construction and refined materials. This Fall/Winter ’25 iteration delivers military precision with everyday wearability, crafted from a sulphur-dyed 12oz Japanese whipcord that’s designed to fade beautifully over time. The tightly woven cotton shell provides durability and wind resistance, while maintaining a comfortable hand feel that softens with age.
Inside, the jacket is lined with weather-resistant Japanese Ventile cotton for enhanced protection from wind and rain, offering warmth without excess bulk. The design features a two-way YKK zipper with a storm placket, hybrid knit cuffs and hem for a natural wind-blocking fit, and tubular knitted collar detailing. Patch handwarmer pockets, an internal snap pocket, and poly-cotton reinforced stitching round out the utilitarian build. As always, the balance of toughness, comfort, and attention to detail puts Iron Heart in a league of its own.
12oz Japanese sulphur-dyed whipcord
100% cotton shell
Water-resistant 6.2oz Japanese Ventile cotton lining
One-wash finish, no further shrinkage expected
Two-way YKK zipper with whipcord pull
Internal storm placket for wind protection
Tubular knit collar
Hybrid knit cuffs and hem for secure fit and comfort
Handwarmer patch pockets
Internal snap pocket
Poly/cotton thread for added strength
Made in Japan
Handmade by WORKS INC. in Japan
Size
Shoulders
Length
Chest (P2P)
Waist
Opening
Sleeve
Sleeve Opening
XS
17.4
24.7
21.9
21.0
16.0
24.9
3.4
S
18.3
24.8
22.9
22.0
17.4
25.0
3.5
M
18.8
25.6
23.4
22.9
17.8
25.4
3.5
L
19.6
26.3
24.4
23.5
18.3
26.0
3.7
XL
20.2
27.2
25.5
24.5
20.3
26.7
3.8
XXL
21.2
27.9
26.2
25.0
20.7
27.0
3.9
XXXL
21.7
28.6
26.7
25.8
21.1
27.9
4.0
XXXXL
22.5
29.5
27.8
27.0
22.7
28.5
4.2
A variance of +/-.5" is within tolerance.
Fit Notes:
Tommy is wearing an L in this piece. He generally wears this size in their jackets and XLs in all the shirting. This one sticks to that standard. It has a roomier cut, as a jacket should, which allows him to wear a size closer to his "normal size." We would still recommend sizing up once if you are in between sizes. Tommy is 5'10," 162lbs with a 40" chest.
