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Carhartt Quietly Reworked One of Its Most Versatile, Affordable Workwear Staples

The rugged yet relaxed Duck Berwick Jacket debuts a fresh new look for 2026, along with plenty of practical functionality.

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By Hayley Helms

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Workwear is built to last, but its durable and heavy-duty design often comes with a rigidness that takes many wears to properly break in.

Carhartt’s flexible and classicallynstyled Duck Berwick Jacket flips the script on traditional workwear, offering protection and comfort in one affordable package.

Olive green zip-up work jacket with chest pockets and Carhartt logo worn by a smiling man.
The new Burnished Logs colorway gives the Duck Berwick Jacket a modern edge while retaining its classic workwear styling.
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The pliable and wallet-friendly jacket’s 2026 refresh makes the underrated classic more appealing than ever.

Functional flex

The Duck Berwick Jacket appeared in the early 2010s as a heavier, traditional workwear style with a fleece lining that gave it a warmer, bulkier feel.

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There are two interior pockets on the Duck Berwick: one hook-and-loop and one secure zipper closure.
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The OG Berwick was retired around 2019, and in 2020 the newer unlined version that’s available today made its debut.

The lighter workwear staple ditched its lining, combining Carhartt’s proprietary Rugged Flex stretch technology with a 12-ounce, 99 percent cotton/1 percent spandex duck canvas material that gave fans a flexible, comfortable option for long days on the job.

Close-up of a brown Carhartt jacket pocket with a metal snap button and a zipper pull.
The two chest pockets feature snap-button closures.
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New for 2026, the Rugged Flex Duck Berwick Jacket gains the Burnished Logs colorway, a modern olive neutral that looks as good off the job site as it does on it.

Close-up of an olive-green Carhartt jacket collar with "Rugged Flex" and "Relaxed Fit" labels and a metal zipper pull.
The proprietary Rugged Flex material offers just the right amount of stretch while maintaining durability.
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Plenty of pocketing, including interior options, two snap-button chest pockets and two lower side-entry pockets, offer functional storage, while the snap-adjustable droptail hem allows for a custom fit.

Close-up of olive green jacket cuff with metal snap button over tan pants pocket.
The snap-adjustable droptail hem combines ample coverage with the ability to maintain the relaxed fit or bring it in.
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At just $110, the Rugged Flex Duck Berwick Jacket combines the premium, hardworking materials inherent in workwear with the flexible, versatile feel of a lifestyle layer, delivering a jacket that can hold its own on the job or on the go.

Availability and pricing

The Rugged Flex Duck Berwick Jacket is available now on Carhartt’s website, retailing for an approachable $110.

About the Author: Hayley Helms is an associate editor at Gear Patrol specializing in outdoor gear. Once upon a time, she wrote for Men’s Journal, Gearjunkie and Shape. Whether it’s testing a new rain shell or putting a pair of hiking boots through its paces, she leaves no stone unturned (however, she always Leaves No Trace).

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