BSX Gear BX9C Black W/Red Flames Cotton Welding Jacket - XL

Awesome welding jackets last a long time

Bought this same exact jacket 10 years ago, and it’s time for a new one. Held up very well, fits great, and gives good protection from welding sparks.

I like that it fits loose and doesn’t retain heat in the summer time. Snaps on all the arms and sides so if you like snugger fit the option is there. I don’t really use the pockets at all but I like that collar has a strap to stay closed. The important thing that makes it the best in my opinion is that it’s black. We have all worn the green PPE clothing and it’s so bright you just stare at yourself in your lens all day. I just ordered my 3rd one from Amazon and I wear them everyday for about 8-10 months before they are falling apart.

Perfect for Tig welding an as for just a shop coat

I am a beginner at welding and it seemed like overkill to purchase a specialized jacket. Especially since I am doing the welding at my local Makerspace and will probably only don it a handful of times in a year. I've used it a few times and have changed my mind. No burns and my arms aren't covered with debris after welding and grinding. It helps my confidence and I can concentrate laying down a good bead instead of worrying if I'm going to get burnt. It is a lot thicker than a regular shirt, but not as thick as canvas. I feel hotter when I first put it on, but once I start welding and grinding I don't notice it. My shirt is not soaked when I take it off. It has two snaps at the neck closure and two at the wrist closures. There are also two tabs with snaps on it on the lower back, one on the left and one on the right, to take the material in to bring it closer around the stomach. I normally wear a large shirt but ordered this in XL. That was a good decision. I can cross my arms over my chest and and the sleeves do not ride up. Someone in the shop who wears XL (and sometimes XXL) shirts couldn't get his arms into the jacket (tight across the shoulders.) The care instructions are to wash in cool water with no bleach or softeners and to hang dry away from the sun to protect the flame retardant treatment. It also says to replace after 50 washing. With a $25 purchase price, if I wash it after each use, I can live with 50 cents a use. Not like I am going to wash it each time I weld anyway. I do feel a bit self conscious wearing this (red flames and all) while the more experienced welders are going at it in T-shirts. But I am also a firm believer in protecting myself while working. Bottom line is I am satisfied with my purchase. It keeps me from getting burned, I am not covered with debris after welding, it doesn't make me feel suffocated, and it doesn't restrict my motions. I will definitely purchase this again if this one every wears out.