Baracuta G9 Harrington Jacket

Baracuta is a legendary British outerwear brand founded in 1937 by brothers John and Isaac Miller in Manchester, England. Originally rainwear manufacturers for high-end labels like Burberry, the Millers sought to create a functional yet stylish garment for golfers at the Manchester Golf Club. This led to the creation of the iconic G9 Jacket, famously known as the 'Harrington' jacket—a name derived from the character Rodney Harrington in the 1960s sitcom Peyton Place. The brand is renowned for its signature Fraser Tartan lining, which was granted for use by Lord Lovat of the Clan Fraser in 1938.

Throughout the 20th century, Baracuta became a cultural staple, transcending its athletic origins to be adopted by Hollywood icons like James Dean, Steve McQueen, and Elvis Presley. It also became a symbolic uniform for various British subcultures, including Mods, Punks, and Skinheads. Despite its deep British roots and initial manufacturing in Manchester's Chorlton Street factory, the brand's ownership shifted internationally as it evolved into a global fashion icon.

In 2012, Baracuta was acquired by the Italian company WP Lavori in Corso. Under this new ownership, the brand has maintained its classic heritage while expanding its global presence through high-profile collaborations and flagship stores in fashion capitals like Milan. While much of the premium production remains in the UK to preserve its ‘Made in England’ status for core heritage pieces, the broader supply chain involves international logistics managed from Italy.