Lockwood Gentleman's Arthur Boiled Wool Gilet, front view

Lockwood Gentleman's Arthur Boiled Wool Gilet, collar detail on a male model

Lockwood Gentleman's Arthur Boiled Wool Gilet, back view

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Gentleman’s Arthur Boiled Wool Gilet

£245.00

Heavyweight maroon boiled wool with a Vintage Arthur Harris Tweed collar. It holds its shape, layers easily and wears in rather than out. Made in Oldbury.

Size:

Sizing Chart - Men’s Gilets

Find your perfect fit

Measure around the fullest part of your chest, in inches. These are body measurements. The gilet is cut with room for movement and layering.

Size	Fits chest (inches)
XS	34–36″
S	36–38″
M	38–40″
L	41–42″
XL	43–44″
XXL	45–46″

Between sizes? Go down for a trimmer fit. Go up to layer.

Detailed garment measurements

The measurements below are taken directly from the gilet, laid flat (not body measurements). All measurements are in inches.

Diagram of the front and back of a gilet, with lettered arrows showing where each measurement is taken

Ref	Measurement (inches)	XS	S	M	L	XL	XXL
A	1/2 Chest Width	17.9	18.9	19.9	20.9	21.9	22.8
B	1/2 Hem Width	19.3	20.3	21.3	22.2	23.2	24.3
C	Centre Back Length	26.4	26.8	27.2	27.6	28.0	28.3
D	Shoulder	4.3	4.5	4.7	4.9	5.1	5.3
E	Armhole Curve	10.8	11.2	11.6	12.0	12.4	12.8
F	Centre Back Collar Height	3.3	3.3	3.3	3.3	3.3	3.3

Key information

Garment measurements are taken directly from the gilet, laid flat (not body measurements).
All measurements are in inches (″).
Compare to a gilet you already own for the best fit.

How to measure

Lay a gilet that fits you well on a flat surface and measure as shown in the diagram above. Measurements are taken on the half (one side) with the garment laid flat.

The gilet is designed with room for movement and layering.

Variant

Size guide

Gentleman’s Arthur Boiled Wool Gilet

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Still unsure? Email jacob@lockwoodsmocks.com and we'll help. Exchanges are free within 30 days.

Find your perfect fit

Measure around the fullest part of your chest, in inches. These are body measurements. The gilet is cut with room for movement and layering.

Size	Fits chest (inches)
XS	34–36″
S	36–38″
M	38–40″
L	41–42″
XL	43–44″
XXL	45–46″

Between sizes? Go down for a trimmer fit. Go up to layer.

Detailed garment measurements

The measurements below are taken directly from the gilet, laid flat (not body measurements). All measurements are in inches.

Diagram of the front and back of a gilet, with lettered arrows showing where each measurement is taken

Ref	Measurement (inches)	XS	S	M	L	XL	XXL
A	1/2 Chest Width	17.9	18.9	19.9	20.9	21.9	22.8
B	1/2 Hem Width	19.3	20.3	21.3	22.2	23.2	24.3
C	Centre Back Length	26.4	26.8	27.2	27.6	28.0	28.3
D	Shoulder	4.3	4.5	4.7	4.9	5.1	5.3
E	Armhole Curve	10.8	11.2	11.6	12.0	12.4	12.8
F	Centre Back Collar Height	3.3	3.3	3.3	3.3	3.3	3.3

Key information

Garment measurements are taken directly from the gilet, laid flat (not body measurements).
All measurements are in inches (″).
Compare to a gilet you already own for the best fit.

How to measure

Lay a gilet that fits you well on a flat surface and measure as shown in the diagram above. Measurements are taken on the half (one side) with the garment laid flat.

The gilet is designed with room for movement and layering.

Free UK delivery on orders over £250, otherwise £3.99. Delivered in 2 to 4 working days. Exchanges are free within 30 days.

Made in Oldbury

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“Highly recommend this beautiful gilet. It fits perfectly and is warm and stylish.”

Lesley, verified buyer

Sixteen years in the Coldstream Guards taught Jacob what kit should be. Every piece is still made in Britain, to his standard. Read the full story →

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DETAILS

•Tailored fit with adjustable waist and hem
•Made in Britain
•Vintage Arthur Harris Tweed collar
•Deep cotton-lined pockets
•Metal loop-ring two-way zip
•Embroidered collar logo and Guardsman
•Heavyweight boiled wool

Read the faqs here.

Where the materials are from

Outer: boiled wool, the Netherlands
Collar: Harris Tweed, Outer Hebrides
Labels: woven labels, UK
Zips: China

Care Instructions

Hand wash recommended. Can be washed cold at 30 degrees, with around 5% shrinkage. Air dry.

Delivery & Returns

Free UK delivery on orders over £250, otherwise £3.99. Delivered in 2 to 4 working days. Wrong size? Return or exchange it within 30 days.

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Pre-orders

Pre-orders are expected to ship by the date shown on this page. We’ll email you as soon as yours is on its way, and again if anything changes.

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Gentleman’s Arthur Boiled Wool Gilet

£245.00

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What our customers say

Excellent 5 out of 5 · 266 reviews

I looked at buying the Falklands Smock

I looked at buying the Falklands Smock, but was unsure with regards to sizing, so I emailed Jacob who got back to me with some good advice and reassurance about the returns policy.

Two days later and I'm wearing my new Smock, perfect fit and excellent quality piece of kit, I'm beyond impressed with Jacob and Ruth, who packed and dispatched my lovely new coat!

Jacob and his team have exceptionally high standards about their customer service, and will be around for a long time with their business standards and work ethic. Keep up the good work mate, I will be coming back!

Patrick Slingsby · 20 October 2026

Squaddie-Proof Gear

Squaddie-Proof Gear! Outstanding Quality, Service & British Craftsmanship!

Ordered late on Wednesday night, received a personal welcome email and order confirmation on Thursday, and by Sunday my order had arrived via tracked Royal Mail. Four days from ordering to wearing! Absolutely first-class service.

I ordered the Vintage Henry Smock, and the quality is simply outstanding. The styling is unique, full of character and a genuine stand-out piece. It’s one of those garments you immediately know is something special.

I also ordered the British Harlequin Polo, and again, the quality hits you straight away. Heavy-duty material, excellent construction and a real sense that no corners have been cut.

Sizing is spot on, too. Both garments fit true to size.

What makes Lockwood even more impressive is the company ethos. A veteran-founded British business built around quality, durability, integrity and making clothing that lasts. It’s refreshing to see a company genuinely putting those principles into practice.

I’ve always believed “buy cheap, buy twice”, and it’s immediately obvious that Lockwood takes the opposite approach. This is proper kit, designed to stand the test of time rather than the next fashion season.

Squaddie-proof gear!!! that’s about the highest compliment you can give!

Outstanding products, a personal touch and exceptional service. Lockwood has gained a very happy customer. I’ll absolutely be back for more.

Five stars without hesitation. Highly recommended!

Colin Alderson · 2 November 2026

Verified

It's a great gilet..so great I have two!!

It's a great gilet... so great I now own two (olive and navy) and also ordered one for my Nan and she's chuffed to bits! It's wonderful knowing Lockwood is supporting the British economy and I'm so proud to wear our family name out and about. I just wish my Grandad was still alive as he would have loved this timeless, quality brand and he would have loved that it's 100% British. Genuinely top quality and stylish.

Sarah Holland · 2 November 2026

Where do I begin

Where do I begin? Maybe the fantastic, personal customer service, maybe the quality of my Churchill smock. First time purchasing and blown away by the quality of design and materials used. Second to none for customer service and was also very happy to know I was supporting a former serviceman. All I can say is I will be purchasing more and will with great pride tell people, when asked, this is a Lockwood Smock.

Scott · 17 October 2026

Verified

This is an exceptional jacket

This is an exceptional jacket. Beautifully made.

Gareth Roberts · 3 November 2026

Investment

A reassuringly expensive investment in a product of outstanding quality.

Robert Bowie · 21 October 2026

Quality piece of kit

Quality piece of kit, well made and will last a lifetime. This is an investment, it’s British and veteran owned.. what could be better..

Bruce Robertson · 17 October 2026

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Reviews of Gentleman’s Arthur Boiled Wool Gilet

5 stars: 10 (100%)
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1 star: 0 (0%)

A superbly made gilet with fantastic materials. Very cosy, i can see me using this during chilly summer nights as well as layering in the winter. Superb customer service from Jacob and his team.

Fabulous Quallity

Present for my Wife, which has earned me many points!
Extremely warm, comfortable and made to a very high quality. Great job!

Love it! Treat yourself.

Highly recommend this beautiful gilet. It fits perfectly and is warm and stylish. I love it.

BUY ONE! It is a great 🇬🇧 bit of kit♥️

Super warm and very comfortable to wear- very cosy and is a great 🇬🇧 bit of kit.
The quality is excellent- very impressed indeed.
It exceeds expectations and I now have my eye on the new green one for me.. I bought this for Mark for Christmas.. he doesn’t want to wait for that and says it is Vital to wear all through the winter and. It was a second of its toasty warmth.
It arrived so speedily and so beautifully wrapped with a lovely handwritten note too.. And a Badge!
Thank you so much Jacob🙏🏼

So lovely I bought it twice

So lovely I bought it twice. One suggestion as we made at Blenheim perhaps look at the sizing!

Outstanding

Quality, craftsmanship, British made all the essential priorities when purchasing a lifetime piece.
The “wows” it got when it was put on , keep on coming and so many compliments. Can’t wait to see if future colours are released as will have 1 of each.

Quality gilet

Absolutely love this gilet. Amazing quality and great design.

Fabulous

Quality ✅
Style ✅
Fit ✅
Comfort ✅
Backing British ✅

Bulletproof.

Robust and well built.
Heavyweight wool - I think will keep out the biting East Anglian wind in the winter. Very high quality construction. Delighted.

Brilliant top

Great looking warm top , great on my old 1963 Triumph 650 on warm days with cut off sleeves , steve McQueen would have loved one , it would have made the king of cool even cooler

Man wearing the Lockwood Gentleman's Arthur Boiled Wool Gilet and Blues And Royals Polo on a hedge-lined country drive

Close-up of the maroon boiled wool, Harris Tweed collar and ring zip pull on the Lockwood Gentleman’s Arthur Boiled Wool Gilet

A Quiet Nod to the Household Division

Boiled wool is one of the most respected cloths in country clothing. It’s dense, it holds its shape, and it gains character the more you wear it. The deep maroon is drawn from the colours of the Household Division, where I served for over a decade and a half. A quiet nod rather than a badge. I finished it with the same Harris Tweed as the Vintage Arthur, so the two belong together, and it works as the warm layer underneath.