62047 Men's Seven J Jacket

So, I like to share reviews to help others in my scenario. When it comes to wearing a new brand, size is always a question. I am 6'3" 260lbs, I typically wear a size 46L suit, 38-42 pants (depending on cut/room) and XL/2XL top (17" neck, 35" arm). My size is fairly evenly distributed, not overly top or bottom heavy. Buying clothes is always a chore so I tend to stick with the same brands over and over. I've needed to upgrade my rain jacket for a while so I took the leap with HH. Fit - very standard, more of a Euro cut, but not overly tailored. Possibly could of got a XL if this was strictly for summer coaching in the rain, or less active rain activities, but I wanted room for layers and for movement (golf, hiking, etc). This fits the bill. Plenty of room without it looking bulky, very true to size. Function - while not 100% water proof, it is as near as it could be. Wore if for a full day coaching in constant misting/drizzling rain and my top stayed dry underneath. Like most jackets that prevent the majority of rain getting in... it is a little warm. It is more breathable than my wife's HH (the more rubbery version), but still it is made to prevent liquid exchange, so it runs warm. Definitely great for movement, did not feel restricted at all. Did well cutting the wind too. Haven't worn it in a downpour yet, but I believe it will do fairly well there, but again, I wouldn't say 100% water proof. I could see this work well as a shell layer with base layers underneath in a semi-cold setting (true north colds, probably not) as it does a good job keeping body heat in and cutting the wet/wind. Will not replace a ski parka, but for a lighter alternative, could work. Style- easily the most aesthetically pleasing rain jacket I have had, could be worn as a light fall/spring jacket as well. The navy color is very nice, and is not overly logoed so it can be paired well with any outfit. If you are looking to get something with some "fashion" to function and not make the lead to the higher end options, this is a great place to look. I can say, if you are in truly wet situations (working in RAIN), the more rubbery material HH is the way to go.

For most Portland OR weather this and a light fleece are all I need. For temps ranging from the low 40's and up this and a light fleece provide all the wind and weather protection I need. I tend to run hot so your mileage may vary. I have tried several different manufacturers' light rain jackets and this one is one of my favorites thus far. The last Helly Hansen I had finally just wore out after more than a decade of faithful service. Sadly they don't make that model anymore (it was a soft shell parka with 4 exterior pockets whose placement was, for my purposes, perfect). The sleeves are fully lined with a soft nylon taffeta so if you're wearing a short sleeved shirt during warmer weather your arms don't feel clammy, which I appreciate. The rest of the liner for the torso is mesh with a mesh pocket over the right chest (I prefer the left as was on my old Hansen but you can't have everything I guess). I wouldn't minded a full taffeta lining but that would have also made the jacket heavier. I have 4 water proof jackets, this one, a Marmot Precip jacket from about 7 years ago, a Marmot Sidehill convertible with MemBrain, and a new Marmot Precip with the new nano pro waterproofing. I haven't tried the new Precip yet but they appear to have changed the recipe a bit on that jacket so maybe it's a little more breathable than the older model. I don't think it's fair to compare the Sidehill with the Hansen because the Sidehill is a lot heavier so any subjective measure of breathability is bound to be skewed. The Sidehill is just a warmer jacket with the same amount of exertion. But the Precip and Hansen are pretty comparable in weight so I think there's a fair comparison to be made between the Old Precip and this new Hansen jacket. My subjective assessment is that the HellyTech waterproofing is more breathable than the old Precip's waterproofing. This jacket is nice looking, fits well, has a soft fabric that is not excessively noisy, that is waterproof and very breathable. For around town and light hiking this is an awesome jacket. The Precip, which can be had at a similar price point has very attractive features as well. It is very light weight. Packs into it's own pocket into a conveniently small package. Has huge pit zips, which are awesome when you're hiking to keep cool. The Helly Hansen does not have pit zips. But it is fully lined, which the Precip is not. Maybe this is not a fair comparison. Probably not considering I can justify having both. One is a great all rounder and the other is more technical in nature. If you're looking for great value in a light waterproof jacket you won't be disappointed.

Great coat

I’ve been really impressed with the Helly Hansen Seven J Jacket. It’s my go-to for rainy days—it keeps me completely dry without feeling heavy or uncomfortable. The adjustable hood and cuffs make it easy to get a snug fit, and I like how breathable the material is, so I don’t end up feeling sticky if I’m wearing it for a while. Whether I’m out hiking or just running errands in bad weather, this jacket has been reliable and holds up well. It’s a solid, practical choice that I’m glad I invested in.

Absolutely stunning material in dark forest (super dark green). Fit is good, not too boxy and true. Really, the only issues are: 1) it should have a better, zipped interior chest pocket. The chest pocket is on the right inside and it's velcro close, what a pain. It should be zipped and on the left. Dumb. 2) this jacket has too much velco. The velcro on the zipper flap is ridiculously loud and tenacious. So much so that the velco on the cuffs caught on the velcro on the zipper flap when zipping up the coat. The material is super nice, it's not a light rain shell, it's a rain jacket for early/late spring/fall or layered in winter, it may be too hot for summer use. Nice lined sleeves. Can't say enough about this material though, the outer material manages to feel soft yet be stiff enough not to wrinkle, very cool. Too back about the velcro and inner pocket (velcor). One nit picky thing, the velcro cuff closures have a little too much material sticking off the end of the velcro tab.... I could live with that though, just not the zipper flap velcro. Did I say this jacket has too much velcro? Check out the Adidas Wandertag (perfect) or TNF Resolve, or Columbia Watertight... but those last 2 have no chest pocket (DUMB).

I have just taken delivery of this great lightweight jacket in the Cobalt Blue colour........its very well made and has some useful pockets. I like the integral hood and quality fittings. Its too early to comment on the waterproofness of this jacket but it looks the part and i have every confidence that it will deliver! Fits very indeed and the medium size came up as expected. Recommended!

Light weight wind proof water proof

Very impressed by this Seven J jacket! I always come back to Helly Hansen every time I look at other brands. They just seem to have one of the best balance of quality & features for the price on so many jackets they sell. This is my 5th HH jacket, and I wanted this one in rotation for spring time and walking mainly. I mainly wear the hooded Crew Jacket 2.0 as my daily driver jacket, which is honestly pretty similar to this except it has a bit better zippers and a bit more insulation around the shoulder/neck areas which adds warmth (and you can stow the hood away), and it also has a front and interior storage with zippers which is very convenient. But, the outer shell material is almost the exact same on both jackets (Helly Tech). Both very flexible, rain resistant and wind proof. The quality is great. The Seven J does have an interior pocket, but no zipper, it's velcro. Still very usable to hold a wallet or your phone, just not quite as nice as the Crew Jacket having the zipper which is a bit more secure, but the Crew 2.0 does cost 2x more than this jacket. In terms of warmth, this one is not as warm as the Crew Jacket 2.0, due to less insulation, and the collar on the Crew 2.0 also has a fleece material which is nice on colder days. It's overall a bit warmer, especially against wind. But, this one is still very good. I think you could quite easily layer it for temps below 0 if needed. Anything less than -10C I would probably opt for a heavier jacket. This one to me is ideal 0-15C or so. Crew Jacket 2.0 I would say is around -5C to 15C. Again, this would be assuming you're wearing a t-shirt or possibly t-shirt + other shirt, depending on your preference or activity level, etc. You could easily wear a sweater underneath for colder temps or days, lots of space in each jacket. Both jackets have YKK zippers, but as mentioned the Crew 2.0 does have the smoother and higher quality YKK which is also anti-corrosive (salt water, etc). But I don't see the YKK zipper on this Seven J a 'downgrade', it works very well so far just like my other HH jackets, and I've never had one fail on me so far, so I trust it. What I appreciate on this jacket a lot is the full mesh material around the whole jacket except for the arms, which are lined. This to me is perfect for staying cooler on rainy days or lower temps in spring, especially when walking. Again it's very flexible and easy to maneuver. I wear a Mens medium, I'm 6'1 and 175-180 pounds and it fits perfect. It's pretty relaxed in the shoulders, and you can still adjust the waist area a bit to be looser or tighter. So to me no need to size up or anything, fits just like my other HH jackets pretty much. I got the 596 Navy color. It looks great. Compared to my 597 Navy jacket, it's a bit more blue and not as dark as the 597. It's very subtle, but different enough to be noticeable. I love both shades of navy, they work well with all my outfits. So all in all, I can't think of a better spring/rain jacket at this price. For $100 CAD, I couldn't find anything better. Highly recommended overall.

Ich bin absolut begeistert. Die Jacke habe ich während der Prime-Days für 50 € bekommen. Das ist der Hammer. Die Jacke passt perfekt, ist richtig gut verarbeitet und absolut regendicht. Das habe ich unfreiwillig getestet, als mich ein ordentlicher Regenschauer auf dem Motorrad überrascht hat, während ich die Jacke trug. Diese Jacke kann ich jedem empfehlen, der eine Regen- o. Windjacke sucht, oder einfach eine dünne Übergangsjacke braucht. Sie trägt sich ganz wunderbar, ist federleicht und sieht sehr hochwertig und toll aus. Absolute Kaufempfehlung!!

I love this Helly Hansen Jacket. I wear it at least twice a day to walk the dog, and at weekends to walk in the hills. Generally even if the weather is cold I don't wear too many layers underneath, once I get moving the heat I generate keeps me warm- and the hood is another essential protection from the sideways rain you get in the Yorkshire Dales. The Velcro adjustable cuff detail works well. Nicely crafted and what I'd expect from HH. One thing to note- I'm 6 foot tall and not heavily built, and the X-Large is a perfect fit. I'm a very happy customer ~ this is the best thing I've bought having re-located from London to North Yorkshire.