Barbour
Waxed Cotton Travel Case
4.7/5 (3)
CA$95.00CAD
In Stock
This Barbour travel case is a durable waxed-cotton organizer designed for carrying toiletries and travel essentials. It features a main zip compartment, a front zip pocket, and a short carry handle, with olive-green waxed cotton, dark-brown leather piping, and antique-brass hardware. Dimensions: 23 cm (9") long, 15.5 cm (6") high, and 12.5 cm (5") deep.
Color
Pine/Bottle Green
Size
ONE SIZE
Specifications
- Material
- Shell: 100% waxed cotton; Interior: 100% polyester; Ornement: 100% polyurethane
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 23x12.5x15.5 cm
Product Insights
The Barbour Waxed Cotton Travel Case offers a dry non-tacky finish that develops a unique patina through contact-driven wax migration and repels water naturally, but requires periodic re-waxing with Thornproof Dressing and cold-water cleaning. At 95 CAD, it is 55 CAD less than Filson, achieved via polyurethane trim instead of leather, and carries three Royal Warrants, though it lacks interior pockets.
Verified claims
- Finish feel
- Waxed cotton finish is dry and non-tacky, with no transfer in normal use.
- Patina
- Each case develops a unique patina through contact-driven wax migration.
- Re-waxing
- Can be re-waxed with Barbour's Thornproof Dressing for patina control.
- Care
- Re-wax with Thornproof Dressing restores water repellency; clean with cold water only.
- Royal warrants
- Three Royal Warrants apply to this entry-level waxed cotton accessory.
- Maintenance
- Requires same re-waxing care as Barbour's jackets.
- Material
- Waxed cotton develops a personal patina and repels water naturally.
- Price edge
- 95 CAD — 55 CAD less than Filson, achieved via polyurethane trim instead of leather.
- Ownership trade-offs
- No interior pockets; requires periodic re-waxing to maintain patina and water repellency.
Product record
- Title
- Waxed Cotton Travel Case
- Brand
- Barbour
- Price
- 95 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How it compares to other waxed travel kits
- Compared to Filson's waxed canvas travel kits, which regularly exceed 150 CAD and lean on bridle leather accents, Barbour's 95 CAD version strips away the leather for a simpler design built around the same core waxed cotton appeal, delivering the brand's British outdoorsman aesthetic at a more impulsive price without sacrificing the material experience.
- Barbour holds three Royal Warrants—from Queen Elizabeth II (1982), the Duke of Edinburgh (1974), and the Prince of Wales (1987)—a rare tri-warrant status that implies sustained quality control applied equally to this 95 CAD travel case as to the brand's higher-priced outerwear, giving it an outsized heritage signal for a small accessory.
- At 95 CAD, this travel case is among the most affordable items in Barbour's waxed cotton collection—entry-level waxed jackets such as the Bedale and Beaufort typically retail for three to four times this price, making the case a low-cost entry point into the brand's signature material and embroidered crest.
- Where brands like Herschel and The North Face use polyester or nylon for travel kits at similar or lower prices, Barbour's 100% waxed cotton shell provides a natural, water-repellent exterior that ages into a distinctive patina—a material experience that synthetic fabrics cannot replicate and that resonates with enthusiasts of heritage outdoor gear.
How the waxed cotton ages and develops patina
- Every travel case ages differently based on how it is gripped, packed, and stored, so the exact pattern of wax redistribution becomes a unique physical record of its owner's habits — turning the case into a one-of-a-kind companion rather than an anonymous accessory.
- The patina on this travel case will emerge as the wax coating wears away on high-friction zones such as the carry handle and contact edges, while wax simultaneously thickens in seams and folds — creating a landscape of glossy, burnished areas and matte, wax-rich depths that no synthetic case can replicate.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing rectangular toiletry travel case made from a matte waxed-cotton fabric in an olive green color, with a horizontal front zip pocket, stitched patch logo on the front center, and a short wrist handle on the right side.
- Overall shapeRectangular box-shaped soft case with slightly rounded top corners and a flat base so it sits upright.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.50 · w 0.84 · h 0.36 (high) - Exterior material and finishMatte woven waxed-cotton fabric surface with a slightly textured appearance and minimal sheen.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.52 · w 0.80 · h 0.30 (high) - Front zipper pocketHorizontal zip pocket across the upper front panel with a visible coil zipper and narrow stitched zipper tape matching the case color.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.46 · w 0.72 · h 0.08 (high) - Zipper pull detailGold-toned metal zipper pull with a circular keyring-style loop attached at the right end of the front zipper.
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.46 · w 0.10 · h 0.14 (high) - Top zipperTop opening zipper follows the curved top edge and is bordered by a narrow piped trim in a darker tone.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.42 · w 0.80 · h 0.10 (high) - Wrist handleShort flat wrist handle on the right side made from a darker smooth material, stitched to the side panel.
1 region
x 0.84 · y 0.54 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Front patch logoSquare black stitched fabric patch centered on the lower front panel with a lighter graphic and brand name printed on it.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.62 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (high) - Logo text“Barbour”
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.63 · w 0.18 · h 0.05 (high) - Logo graphicIllustration of a lighthouse with radiating beams above stylized waves printed below the brand name on the patch.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio product shot centered on a light gray seamless background with soft shadows beneath the case and even frontal lighting.
- Shot compositionProduct centered horizontally and positioned on the lower half of the frame with substantial empty space above.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and surfaceUniform light gray seamless background and a faint soft shadow under the base indicating studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - LightingEven frontal studio lighting with minimal harsh reflections and soft, diffuse shadowing under and slightly to the right of the case.
Colors
olive green· main exterior fabric#53544Bdark brown· piping and trimblack· front patch background#12130Dwarm gold· patch print and zipper hardware- Overall shapeRectangular box-shaped soft case with slightly rounded top corners and a flat base so it sits upright.
- 02
Product
Front-right closeup of a rectangular waxed-cotton travel case showing the top zipper, leather piping and handle, and a brass zipper pull with visible branding.
- Overall shapeRectangular, rounded-corner travel case with a domed top and flat base visible at the lower-left corner of the image.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.08 · w 0.90 · h 0.84 (high) - Exterior fabricOlive-green, tightly woven waxed-cotton fabric with a subtle sheen and visible fine weave texture across the main body and top panel.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.68 (high) - Leather piping and trimDark brown leather piping runs along the top edges and around the end panel; a leather strap forms a short handle across the end face.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.48 · h 0.66 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.44 · w 0.48 · h 0.52 (high) - Zipper trackSingle central zipper track runs along the domed top; teeth are medium-sized and dark, recessed between fabric seams.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.10 · w 0.56 · h 0.24 (high) - Zipper pull hardwareAntique-brass metal zipper pull with a rounded triangular hang and a circular split-ring below; pull has molded branding on its face.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.56 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high) - Zipper pull text“Barbour”
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.62 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Stitching detailVisible single-line topstitching in matching dark thread along the zipper seam and where the leather trim joins the fabric.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.14 · w 0.56 · h 0.36 (high) - End panel constructionRounded end panel with leather-bound edge and a horizontal leather strap that appears sewn to the panel forming a carry loop.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.56 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with soft directional lighting from upper left producing gentle shadows under the case; image is tightly cropped to focus on the case corner and top.
- Background and surfaceUniform pale gray background with no visible props or packaging.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting from the top-left creates mild specular highlights on the fabric and a soft shadow to the lower-right of the case.
- Shot compositionClose-up three-quarter view focusing on the front-right end and top zipper; lower-right portion of the case is cropped out of frame.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.34 · w 0.58 · h 0.58 (high)
Colors
olive green· exterior fabric#4E5145dark brown· leather piping and handle#33342Cantique brass· metal hardware#827A75- Overall shapeRectangular, rounded-corner travel case with a domed top and flat base visible at the lower-left corner of the image.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
3 total4.7
3 reviews · out of 5
J’adore tout des produits Barbour
★★★★★PauLay-Anne N.
Qualité & authenticité ❣️
Well made
★★★★★Cheryl C.
I purchased this item for my husband. We really like the Barbour brand.
C’est un cadeau de Noël
★★★★★Marlène C.
C’est un cadeau de Noël l’avons acheté pour le format
Q&A
3 answered- Is the waxed cotton dry or tacky to the touch, and will it transfer onto clothing or other items in a bag?
- Barbour waxed cotton typically has a dry, slightly waxy finish that is not tacky to the touch under normal conditions. It should not transfer onto clothing or other items in normal use, though freshly re-waxed garments may temporarily have a slight sheen and minimal transfer until the excess dressing is absorbed or wiped off.
- How should I care for and re-wax this travel case, and is it compatible with Barbour's standard wax dressing?
- Yes, this travel case is compatible with Barbour's standard Thornproof Dressing. For care, sponge clean the exterior with cold water only—never use soap or a washing machine. To re-wax, soften the dressing in hot water for about 20 minutes, then apply it evenly with a cloth or sponge, paying attention to seams and dry areas. Hang to dry overnight away from other items. The official care label recommends sponge clean only [6].
- Does the interior lining have any organization features (pockets, elastic straps) beyond the main compartment and front zip pocket?
- The product description only lists a main compartment with zip closure and a front zip pocket; no additional interior organization features such as inner pockets, elastic straps, or dividers are mentioned. Based on the available information, the interior is a simple single-compartment design.