Tough Down Jacket - Womens [FACTORY SECOND]

MINOR DEFECT, MASSIVE SAVINGS

IMPORTANT – FACTORY SECOND

This item has a construction issue that affects the down fill coverage. The fill weight is correct, but the down isn’t spread evenly in the baffles, which can cause cold spots.

With a little time and effort, this item can be repaired. Please refer to the video below for further information.

By purchasing this factory second, you’re helping keep usable gear from landfill and reduce unnecessary waste. All sales are final.

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FAQ's

  • A recent batch was made with uneven down fill, meaning the insulation isn’t spread evenly in some sections. The total fill weight is correct, but a few areas may feel less warm due to this uneven distribution.

  • Yes. The down fill can be manually redistributed by gently massaging and shaking the jacket to move the insulation between baffles. In our testing, this process took about 20-40 minutes and made the issue much less noticeable during wear.

  • After repair, the Factory Second Tough Down Jackets are warm and functional for everyday use in cool to cold conditions. Individual results may vary, so we still advise using caution if intending to use your Factory Second item in extreme conditions.

  • We’ve chosen not to donate these jackets because they don’t meet our normal performance and quality standards. Donating faulty products could lead to discomfort or disappointment for the recipient. By selling them ourselves, we’re able to ensure that there is full transparency around them being a factory second so that buyers can make an informed choice before purchasing. 

  • Online orders won’t be sorted prior to dispatch, but if you drop by our Brendale store, you are welcome to select your own Jacket. 

  • Factory Second Tough Down Jackets are sold as is, and all sales are final. This means that they’re not eligible for warranty claims, returns, or exchanges. 

Explore Product Features

Adjustable Hood & Waist

Adjustable Hood & Waist

The Women’s Tough Down Jacket includes adjustable toggles located on the rear of the hood and internally at the waist, allowing you to easily modify the fit as needed. 

DownLock™ Welded Baffle Technology

DownLock™ Welded Baffle Technology

Our innovative DownLock™ stitch-free welded baffles combat down shedding and migration for longer-lasting thermal efficiency and cold-spot prevention. 

Rugged 50D Outer Shell

Rugged 50D Outer Shell

The Down Jacket’s outer shell is constructed from a hard-wearing 50D polyester that is highly durable and protective while still being lightweight.

800FP DownTek™ Hydrophobic Down

800FP DownTek™ Hydrophobic Down

Proven to stay dry up to 50x longer than untreated down, DownTek™ offers unsurpassed water-resistance and insulation performance.

Specifications

Fabric (Shell) 100% Polyester
Material (Fill) 800FP DownTek™ RDS Goose Down
Construction DownLock™ stitch-free welding

Fill/Packed Weight

6 135g/465g
8 143g/495g
10 150g/520g
12 158g/545g
14 165g/570g

What's included

1 × Tough Down Jacket

Help Us Keep Good Gear Out of Landfill

By purchasing a Factory Second Tough Down Jacket, you’re helping keep usable gear from landfill and reduce unnecessary waste. The fill weight is correct, but due to a construction error the down was not properly distributed in the baffles. This item isn't perfect, but if you're willing to spend a little time repairing it, it will go on to serve you for years of adventure. Because of this, we’re offering this item a second chance and making it available below cost price, charging just enough to cover our warehouse and handling costs.

How to Repair Your Tough Down Jacket

This Factory Second Tough Down Jacket can be repaired by hand. Start by lying the item out and identify the baffles that are over-filled and under-filled. Then, gently begin to manipulate or massage the over-filled baffles, working slowly and gently. Gradually push the down towards the places that need additional fill until all baffles have fairly even coverage. With about 20-40 minutes of effort, you can significantly improve the down coverage. Individual results may vary.

RDS-Certified & bluesign® APPROVED

Alton’s Tough Down Jacket is filled with 800FP DownTek™ PCF-Free grey goose down. Made without toxic DWR chemicals including PCFs, NPEO, APEO and PFASs, this premium RDS-Certified and bluesign® APPROVED down product sets the gold standard for sustainability – and insulation performance. 

Improved Women’s Fit

The women’s version of our Tough Down Jacket has been carefully patterned to provide the perfect fit, with a comfortable, relaxed cut that subtly tapers at the waist. This boosts thermal efficiency by minimising gaps where heat can escape, but still allows enough room for you to wear extra warm layers underneath without feeling restricted.