Same price, same season, two very different shapes. Here is how to choose between them with the numbers in front of you.
Last updated: October 2026
A men's harrington jacket is the shorter, cleaner choice for town and smart casual, while a field jacket is the longer, more structured layer with more pockets; at Grant & Pierce both cost $69.99, so the decision comes down to length, size run and how you dress.
These are also the two jackets ordered most at Grant & Pierce over the last 14 days: the 
Field Jacket with Four Flap Pockets and the 
Harrington Jacket with Tartan Lining.
In this guide
- What is a harrington jacket?
- How do the two compare?
- How much longer is the field jacket?
- What do you wear with each?
- Which one should you buy?
- FAQ
What is a harrington jacket?
A harrington jacket is a short, zip-front jacket with a stand-away collar, a check lining and knitted cuffs and hem, cut to finish at the waist. The Grant & Pierce version has a metal zip, snap-flap hip pockets and an outer of 80% polyester and 20% cotton over a 90% polyester, 10% cotton check lining. It comes in 9 colours, from navy and camel to burgundy and light blue.
The field jacket is the other classic of military style dressing: a notched collar, a button front, four flap pockets and epaulettes at the shoulders, with a washed finish that looks worn in from day one. It comes in green or black.
How does a men's harrington jacket compare with a field jacket?
Both cost $69.99, but the harrington runs S to 4XL in 9 colours with 2 pockets, while the field jacket runs S to 3XL in 2 colours with 4 pockets and is 2.5 to 3.6 inches longer.
| Men's outerwear spec | Harrington | Field jacket |
|---|---|---|
| Jacket |  Harrington Jacket with Tartan Lining |
 Field Jacket with Four Flap Pockets |
| Price | $69.99 | $69.99 |
| Sizes | S to 4XL (7 sizes) | S to 3XL (6 sizes) |
| Colours | 9 | 2 (green, black) |
| Closure | Metal zip | Buttons |
| Pockets | 2 snap-flap hip pockets | 4 flap pockets |
| Length, size L | 25.5 in | 29.1 in |
| Fabric | 80% polyester, 20% cotton; check lining | Blended fabric, washed finish |
How much longer is the field jacket?
From the published size charts, the field jacket is 2.5 to 3.6 inches longer than the harrington in every shared size, from S to 3XL.
- S: harrington 24.8 in, field jacket 27.6 in
- M: 25.5 in against 28.3 in
- L: 25.5 in against 29.1 in
- XL: 27.5 in against 29.9 in
- 2XL: 28.3 in against 30.7 in
- 3XL: 29.0 in against 31.5 in
The harrington's knitted hem sits at the waist and holds the jacket close, so it looks neat over a tucked shirt. The field jacket covers the hip and the seat, which suits colder mornings and a longer knit underneath. If you are between sizes, the harrington chart maps each letter to a US jacket size (38 to 40 for M, 42 to 44 for L), which makes it the easier of the two to match to the jacket size you already wear.
What do you wear with each?
Wear the harrington with a collared shirt and tailored trousers; wear the field jacket with a plain tee, straight trousers and boots.
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Long Sleeve Henley Shirt with Band Collar, $44.99, S to 2XL: the band collar sits cleanly inside the harrington's stand-away collar. -
Vance Wool-Blend Gurkha Trousers, $64.99, waist 29 to 42: the high waist meets a short jacket without a gap. -
Raw Edge Crew Neck T-Shirt, $34.99, XS to XL in 10 colours: the easy base under an open field jacket. -
Wyatt Lace-Up Chukka Boots, $74.99, US 7 to 14: they work under either jacket.
Which one should you buy?
Best for town and smart casual: Harrington Jacket with Tartan Lining, $69.99
Choose it if you wear shirts and trousers more than tees and jeans, want a colour beyond green or black, or need a 4XL.
Best for weekends and cooler days: Field Jacket with Four Flap Pockets, $69.99
Choose it if you want hip coverage, four pockets for keys, phone and wallet, and a worn-in look that suits denim and boots.
Want more options? See the men's casual jackets ordered most this fall and our six field jackets under $80.
FAQ
Is a men's harrington jacket warm enough for fall?
It suits mild fall days. The Grant & Pierce harrington pairs an 80% polyester, 20% cotton outer with a check lining, so add a knit underneath on colder mornings.
Which is longer, a harrington or a field jacket?
The field jacket. At size L it measures 29.1 inches against the harrington's 25.5 inches, a 3.6 inch difference.
What sizes do the two jackets come in?
The harrington runs S to 4XL and the field jacket runs S to 3XL. Both publish a size chart in inches on the product page.
Do they cost the same?
Yes. Both are $69.99, and Grant & Pierce ships free on every US order.
Is a field jacket a military style jacket?
In styling, yes. The four flap pockets, button front and shoulder epaulettes come from military field dress, but this is a fashion jacket, not issued kit.