Rated 3 out of
5
by
CutShallow from
My First Columbia Disappointment
I've been a devoted customer for many years, and this is the first Columbia product that failed me. You'd think a jacket called "Watertight" would be just that. If you need a casual rain jacket, or one for commuting, this jacket will probably be just fine for you. I work in construction, and after 3-4 hours of mostly light rain, it started to soak through in the chest and the seam down the sleeves. The lining helped to keep me mostly dry, but I was cold (it was about 65-70 degrees and windy). Hopefully, I can find a Columbia jacket that can perform the way I need.
Pros: Good for short periods in the rain, Good fit in the body, Good for rain on warmer days to keep cool
Cons: Waterproofing did not hold up to constant moisture, the hood is too big, the sleeve lining is too loose and sticks out the wrist bands (a common issue with all my Columbia Jackets)
Date published: 2018-09-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
SSonny from
Very nice rain jacket
As I said above, great watertight jacket for summer. Doesn't sweat you to death but keeps you dry...highly recommend for fishing, casual wear and every day use. Highly recommend
Date published: 2018-08-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
scubasteve57 from
Great rain gear for warm weather or to layer over a polartec
Light weight comfortable rain gear to keep you dry in warm weather activities.
Date published: 2018-08-01
Rated 5 out of
5
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Jenn12345 from
Great product and at even better price!!
Great jacket at an EXCELLENT value. We purchased these jackets for a trip to the Northeast and Nova Scotia. The material keeps us dry, but is breathable and comfortable. Great quality! Highly recommended!!
Date published: 2018-07-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
DLGR from
Love this Jacket
Jacket is wonderful, packable for travel
Date published: 2018-06-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MichaelR from
The Watertight II Jacket - A Great Year Round Jacket
I live in the Pacific Northwest where it rains a lot and the average temperature is mild, so to have a lightweight jacket that you can wear year round that is waterproof and breathes is ideal.
The nicest thing about this lightweight jacket is its ability to breathe.
When I are moving around in it and my body is starting to warm up, I am not sweating in the jacket like with others that I have had because of Columbia's Omni - Tech design which makes the jacket waterproof, but also breathable.
I also like that the jacket has a hood that lays nicely on the back with easy access to it, that it goes well with jeans or slacks and that it is very reasonably priced.
This is my second Watertight II jacket and it is my year round go to jacket.
Date published: 2018-06-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Dadman from
Best Rain Coat Ever
This is absolutely the best raincoat I have ever owned. Fit is perfect and it keeps me dry and wind free. I take it everywhere. I am going to buy another in a different color I like it so much. The size can be hard to find but I have found several on the Web site. Also a rewards member saved shipping, gotta love that.
Date published: 2018-05-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
DanBode from
Perfect
I couldn't be happier with my rain coat. It is perfect for Florida weather and is 100% waterproof just like it says. I was working in the pouring down rain with wind and the water and it doesn't get through. You can even have your arm in water on your window ledge without the water soaking through. The jacket is very breathable and just all around comfortable even in the hottest of days. Thank you for such a quality product.
Date published: 2018-05-03
Rated 5 out of
5
by
BEASTfromEAST from
Great!
Stayed Dry!!! Did not have to worry about getting wet at all.
Date published: 2018-04-14
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jane60 from
Great Product
I bought this for my husband. He travels a good bit and needed a rain jacket that was lightweight, but durable. This jacket was perfect. It added the waterproof protection he needed without the bulk of other jackets he has had.
Date published: 2018-04-03
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Buckweat17 from
Très très bien
Je suis très satisfaite de mon manteau merci (This review was collected as part of a promotion.)
Date published: 2018-04-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
jecsouth from
Comfortable and Stylish
This is a great raincoat jacket. It fits nice. It looks nice. It feels great. Highly recommend!
Date published: 2017-12-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JimmyJet from
Great lightweight rain jacket
This is not a winter coat, but it is a comfortable outer layer of protection.
Date published: 2017-12-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
SheBar from
Waterproof wear
The jacket fits well and dies a great job of keeping me dry
Date published: 2017-11-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Shanerz from
Great all round jacket.
I liked this rain jacket so much I got a second. Excellent rain protection and still breathes. It’s great for spring/fall by itself or over a fleece in colder weather.
Date published: 2017-10-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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Tony406 from
Keeps the rain out!
The rain falls off like a waxed car! Very nice for fall wet weather! If you have big shoulders go for the 4x instead of the 3x
Date published: 2017-10-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
RedskinMike from
GREAT BUY!
Lightweight rain jacket suitable for all but winter wear. Multiple pocket options; velcro and zipper fasterners for jacket and sleeves. Waterproof as promised. Would also make a good wind jacket.
Date published: 2017-09-01
Rated 4 out of
5
by
seamallowance from
Keeps rain out, keeps sweat in.
While this jacket has the breathability of a Hefty garbage bag, it does keep you dry, more or less. For this price, Gore Tex it ain't.
And although this garment is admittedly at a killer price-point, it is missing common, expected features such as shock cord around the waist, an inside pocket or even a #8 coil zipper. (It appears to be a #5 or low quality)
However, if you're looking for a rain jacket in larger sizes at a low price, this one will work fine, just with fewer features.
Date published: 2017-08-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
jdrobicha from
Best raincoat
I have been looking for quality a raincoat, and I found it! This coat sheds water, and is very breathable. Not too hot, even on warm humid days.
I bought a 3XL, and found it to fit a bit big. This works out great so I can wear a sweater on cold night.
Excellent! (This review was collected as part of a promotion.)
Date published: 2017-07-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MacTiger from
Used in Ireland
Purchased this jacket for a trip to Ireland. The jacket was perfect. Fit as I had hoped and kept me dry the entire time. We walked the Cliffs of Moher three times from the fishing village of Doolin to the Cliffs visitor center (3hr walk). Rain and sun mix were the norms. Weight and quality of jacket could not have been better. The jacket was the best investment I made for the trip.
Date published: 2017-06-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
SomeGuyInNYC from
Does what it says.
If you're looking for a lightweight waterproof jacket, this one is as good as advertised.
I was worried about being too warm in the jacket when I'm not out in the elements (like waiting in a subway station) but that really hasn't been the case so far. Also, the very large side pockets are a plus.
I will say that it does run a bit large (I bought the same size as my Columbia winter coat which fits true to size), especially the hood, so be aware.
Date published: 2017-06-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
VTShane1 from
Excellent Value and Quality
I am a 3XL and it is difficult to find a jacket for a big man that has style and hasn't just been pattern-graded up from a slim style. This jacket is one of the best I have ever owned and completely waterproof. I will buy other colors and you should too!
Date published: 2017-05-31
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Oilblr from
Great travel jacket
Bought this as jacket for travel. Nice and light and packs well. I followed the advice given previously and ordered a size up from normal. Only thing it is missing is a two way zipper but don't see those much anymore. (This review was collected as part of a promotion.)
Date published: 2017-05-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
tjgill37 from
Excellent Jacket
Very lightweight and comfortable. Great in the rain. Only complaint is the hood is a little large and keeps falling over my eyes. (This review was collected as part of a promotion.)
Date published: 2017-04-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
elgreco from
Great lightweight rain jacket
So, I am bit on the heavy side but the sizing, to my relief, was spot on. It functions as desgined...keeps the inner clothes dry even in a downpour. I am pleased because it did what I wanted it to do. The price was great and I like supporting a local company.
As for the technical side: the zipper is smooth and efficient, no jerking necessary. The hood works great and it has functional pockets. What's not to like about this jacket?
Date published: 2017-04-14
Rated 5 out of
5
by
NOLA from
Everything I was looking for
I bought this jacket one size up from what I normally wear just to make sure it would fit because of ordering online, I normally wear a 3X but I got a 4X and it fits just right it's not to big. I've already had the chance to use it in the rain and it work just like they say it does. I love how light weight it is, it makes it feel like you aren't even wearing it. I'm thinking about buying another one in a different color.
Date published: 2017-04-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Raebean from
Outstanding
Great jacket. Light weight go anywhere jacket. Great styling and comfort. Will be great on the boat or golfing. Love it.
Date published: 2017-04-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
yakov from
good
i recommend this product,very good
Date published: 2017-04-01
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Rugby3 from
Needs upgrades
I bought this after returning the Columbia Dr Downpour jacket, which was not available in 3XL and whose 2XL was too snug.
There was a small difference in price, but the practicality was considerably less. The fabric and fit were fine but my chief grouses about the Watertight are that the hood does not stow away and there are only two side pockets. There are no inside ones, no breast pockets,all of which are offered on the Downpour.
The front is zippered with minimal Velcro patches - no press studs. All in all, a cheaper, less useful version.
Date published: 2016-12-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Maven302 from
Best Rain Jacket Ever!!!!
Okay, so I am an Eagle Scout and I have done my fair share of camping and other outdoor activities and I always wanted a real good rain gear meaning jacket and pants so I don't need to wear a poncho or carry an umbrella. I bought a rain jacket from another online retailer and it was Columbia and it was on sale for $29.99 with free shipping. Well the second time I wore the jacket I ended up breaker the zipper so I called Columbia Customer Service and I sent it back to them and in return I got store credit so I bought the newest rain jacket and it was much better made and when it rains I always get hot but the new jacket is very breathable so I don't sweat. I am very please with Columbia and their products, nice to see a company stand behind what they sell. I am now buying two 3-1 winter coats for my son and I. One last thing is that I wear a 3XL and Columbia had that size and it fits perfectly. Faithful Customer!!!!
Date published: 2016-12-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
luddy from
Perfect All-Round Rain Jacket
I have only owned this jacket for about a week now but, it has already saved me in a sudden rain storm. Just as I was leaving work, the skies opened up and poured every ounce of moisture the clouds had been holding that day.
I had received this jacket in the mail only the day prior to replace my previous rain jacket that was a pretty heavy one that utilized Gore-Tex. I love Gore-Tex but, it can get mighty hot and sweaty under a garment using it as the membrane. Again, that previous jacket was made for colder weather.
This day was a warmer day and I had luckily tossed my new Columbia Watertight II into my backpack as a precaution. This jacket is perfect for a warmer climate rainy day. It is lightweight but, by no means is it wimpy in the face of weather created adversity. This jacket took everything weather threw at it and more. I had to walk a good distance that day, while carrying a heavy backpack full of work-related stuff.
I really like that this Watertight II has a mesh lining; I've found that most jackets that have the raw membrane material inside tend to become annoying and sweaty as time goes on. The more activity you do in jackets like that make life miserable sometimes. With a mesh lining, the end user has a better experience with the jacket because it will not stick to the skin and it does reduce sweat significantly.
True to Columbia's word, it is 100% waterproof in my limited usage. I completely believe that this jacket will not have any issues in the future. I totally rely on Columbia products and have never had a reason to mistrust them. They have never steered me in the wrong direction.
Date published: 2016-11-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
NewEngland603 from
Great Quality
Love this rain jacket. Keeps me completely dry during the heavy rain storms here in New England. Jacket fits great
Date published: 2016-10-19
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Jcroz from
Keeps you dry
Keeps you dry and packs up nice and small. I wish there were some more pockets - at least one inside pocket.
Date published: 2016-10-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
OBXguy from
Lightweight but tough
Great lightweight rain jacket. Awesome color options. Very comfortable. Packs down small. Very happy
FYI order a size larger.
Date published: 2016-10-04
Rated 4 out of
5
by
cool86 from
Let it rain!
This rain coat is great in the summer and spring for those heavy rain pours. Its very lightweight and has very good breathability. And u can store it anywhere because u can fold the whole coat into a pocket witch is a nice feature.
Date published: 2016-07-27
Rated 1 out of
5
by
phochief from
Not waterproof
My son and I both purchased this jacket for a two week trip overseas and wanted to make sure we had a good rain jacket.
This jacket leaked at the seams during a mild rain and the hood also leaked and is too large. Pulling the hood strings didn't help stop it from covering my eyes.
Date published: 2016-07-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
RuthieMarie from
Happy Customer
I am very happy with the light weight rain ware. I use it for when I am on the water fishing, it's light weight and comfortable. Great for wearing on cool days also. The rain wear was a gift from my wife and I'm happy she made the choice. I guess you could say I'm a happy customer.
Date published: 2016-06-10
Rated 5 out of
5
by
thephotographer from
Perfect
Small, light, packable and red :) I bought this for a trip to Kauai, the rainiest spot in the world. Being from the mountains I had a bunch of heavy waterproof stuff but I needed something for tropical rain and this product was perfect. I am now using it for my summer mountain rain on my Grand Teton photography tours as well.
Date published: 2016-05-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
TomandTan from
nice jacket!
Husband has not yet worn this jacket, but he likes the weight of it...Very light. We agree that the size is a little small, and ordered accordingly. Our advice is to order one size bigger. We did and he is happy with the fit.
Date published: 2016-04-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
bob69 from
review of men's watertite II jacket
Really like jacket...reviews I read before I ordered said jacket runs small...good advice..
I ordered size bigger...all other features proved to be accurate...
Date published: 2016-04-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
masterofdisaster64 from
water tight/comfy
It is comfortable and 100% waterproof. Just what I was looking for. Runs a little large, but makes it possible to wear a sweatshirt under it. Definite bonus for living in New England.
Date published: 2016-03-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Davon from
love this jacket
The description does let you know it runs a little small. We order one size up and it fits perfectly. It's warm without being big and bulky.
Date published: 2016-03-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mzshervo from
Great buy!
I purchased this jacket as a gift for my husband. He really loves it! He's naturally a warm natured, big guy so he hates wearing heavy coats or jackets. This jacket was perfect for him! He can wear it as is or he can even layer up under the jacket without "overheating ". He's wears it in the rain and/or windy days. It's true to size & fits nicely. I would recommend this jacket to anyone.
Date published: 2015-12-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MK77 from
Great jacket
This jacket works well for what I need it for. I like that it packs thin and light weight. I travel five times a month so it works out well when the weather changes where your at and you have a multi purpose all weather jacket. Water proof design and long body keeps your back and waist dry. The hood when you don't need it lays back and can feel funny back there, but no big deal. It is a great coat, fits well, layers can be added under the jacket, water tight, light weight easy to carry when the weather changes. I am happy with the purchase.
Date published: 2015-11-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
sbzone from
Columbia Men's Watertight II Rain Jacket
Good Quality, delivery was one day early and that day it rained. Was very comfortable and Watertight even in windy rainy conditions. Lightweight easy to pack and carry. Would highly reccomend this jacket to stay dry!
Date published: 2015-11-27
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JimG138 from
Rain coat worked great
The rain coat worked great stayed dry all day in the rain
Date published: 2015-10-17
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Digger from
Meets Expectations!
Comfortable and repels rain Well!
Date published: 2015-10-03
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Megamann from
Caracteristics
Light and comfortable
Date published: 2015-09-22
Rated 2 out of
5
by
SeattleTLM from
Lower quality than previous years
Living in the Pacific NW, I wear this jacket 9 months out of the year and am fairly hard on the jacket, so I buy a new Columbia Watertight jacket every year. The new version is definitely a step down in quality. With this year's version, Columbia replaced the snaps with thin velcro. They also replaced the zipper with the small teeth type zipper instead of the heavier duty large tooth zipper. The biggest reason I would not recommend this jacket is that while the hips and chest fit similar to previous versions, the arms are incredibly narrow and have virtually no room for movement. I would say that I have normal size arms and this fits almost skin tight with a short sleeve shirt on underneath. It's so bad, that I will have to send it back. I'm very disappointed as I will need to find a new "go to" jacket.
Date published: 2015-09-14
Rated 5 out of
5
by
GIL1 from
Great fabric, perfect fit
This is a fantastic purchase. I am very happy about the choice. The jacket fit perfect, the breathable fabric, but watertight and very light.
Unfortunately at the time of purchase I did not find the 1st choice color.
Date published: 2015-07-16
