We tested the Southern Cross on skid sites, building sites and work sites (we said bugger off to websites) around the country. It's a practical no-nonsense jacket, built to work in - definitely not for skiing, though we reckon it may look good on the slopes. Yeah, nah.
With the legendary Swazi hood and fit for purpose cut, the Southern Cross allows you to keep on keeping on in downpours, cyclones and the odd hurricane.
The Southern Cross Jacket will give you years of faithful service and tons of comfort no matter how tough or hard the job.
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If you're ordering from outside New Zealand, your country might add its own duties or customs fees when your Swazi gear arrives - These charges are out of our hands, so just be aware that you might need to pay them to collect your parcel. If you’re unsure, it’s worth checking with your local customs office first.
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Product Specifications
Waterproof
No matter what the weather, SWAZI® Watershield shells set the benchmark in high performance wet weather gear. They're simply in a class of their own!
Your essential outer layer (shell), Swazi wet weather jackets made from the best fabrics in the world, they are also designed specifically for the job of keeping you dry. Couple with insulating mid layers and base layers, Swazi's wet weather clothing will see you right in almost any weather mother nature can throw at you.
Windproof
Windshield Outer Layers provide total all round wind protection with extra warmth and comfort for when it comes in hard and cold!
Breathable
There's no point in wearing something that keeps out the rain if it keeps in the sweat - you still get wet!
We spend 2 years perfecting AEGIS® so that we ended up with a fabric that never gets wet, never let's moisture in from the outside, but lets moisture (perspiration) out. It breathes, but only in one direction (bit scary using that phrase these days...)
Great looking garments with superb performance mean this range is so stylish and so comfortable you will want to wear it all of the time.
Key Features
Class D – These are DAY garments and thus confined to daylight hours only. Dusk and Dawn are not considered Daylight – it’s recommended a Class Day/Night garment be worn at such times.
Class NZFOA (Forest Owners Association) - These are Class FID garments, which means they have been tested and approved for DAY use. They provide the wearer with high visibility under Daylight viewing conditions and are intended for the bulk of forest workers operating in daylight hours.
Extra long, full-length 2-way YKK water resistant zip to ensure the jacket is as easy to get on as it is to get off. Use the top puller to zip it up closed, or use the bottom puller if you want more breathing room down under.
Domed storm flap over full length zip
Vented hem for easier leg movement
Velcro adjustable cuffs
2 large, deep outer pockets
Swazi printing on rear panel
Fabric & Care
A super tough Polyester Oxford and Nylon backing, made to take the rough and tumble of industrial, construction and any outdoors profession where hard wearing garments are a must.
Now made with a more environmentally friendly C6 DWR
We do have a Swazi shop right next door to Swazi HQ here in Levin, New Zealand.
We only sell our products through the very best retailers - we're very selective about who we have representing our gear! Find out where your nearest store is by clicking on the Swazi Stockists section or click here for the quick link.
What is the Swazi Warranty?
All Swazi garments are unconditionally warranted against faulty fabric and workmanship. We reserve the right to repair or replace at our discretion. We have a specific page for more details on our warranty and repairs and returns policies here.
Will I have to pay customs on an international order?
International customers are solely responsible for payment of all duties, import taxes and customs fees.
These fees are not included in the cost of shipping and we are unable to provide estimates of what this will cost as it will depend entirely on the garment and what charges your own government imposes.
Please check with your local customs agent for more details.
Can I change or cancel my order?
We process orders very quickly, which means in most cases, we can't make changes after an order has been placed. We definitely cannot make changes after we have sent a shipping confirmation email with a tracking link.
In saying that, if you have already placed an order and would like to cancel or change it, please email us service@swazi.co.nz or call 64 6 368 4822 within 2 hours of placing your order. We will do the best we can.
How do I know what size I need?
Every individual product page has a link to our size chart.
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