Review: It looks like a street wear but the contents are super authentic. F/ACSION KENROKU is a clothing suited to people who travel seamlessly between the city and nature
ACSION is a factory brand that has been launched by Maegaki, a rainwear manufacturer that has been making waterproof and breathable outer jackets for use in the harshest environments on the planet for over 30 years and is now receiving constant orders from famous top outdoor brands . The other day, we have been reporting twice that we have begun advance sales of its first lineup on crowdfunding Makuake
was able to actually rent and wear one of them, the half-coat rain jacket KENROKU So this time, we will deliver a review that includes usability that cannot be seen just by its appearance.
table of contents
- High-level waterproof and moisture-permeable performance that you can't imagine from a disgusting face
- Even with the real outdoor standards, it is a passing grade, so it is comfortable to wear and easy to move around.
- We also pay attention to the details in various places.
- What I was interested in
- Summary: Can be used as a commuting coat, everyday wear, or as a travel or outdoors. This is a piece you can't let go of, both on and off the job in many ways.
High-level waterproof and moisture-permeable performance that you can't imagine from a disgusting face
As I mentioned a little last time, this jacket has a completely stylish, stylish coat that is just above the knee. If you store the hood inside the collar, it won't look strange when worn in the city on a sunny day.
It's not a problem to wear it on everyday wear, or on a suit.
Despite this, the unique three-layer waterproof and breathable material used in this coat, "BARRIER EFFECT." has a water pressure of over 30,000 mm and a water permeability of over 40,000 g/m2/24 hours. It's not possible to compare it with numbers alone, but to be honest, it has performance that is not inferior to the best-in-class rainwear materials.
I wanted to test it out so I took a video, but of course the surface of the fabric has been DWR processed and is also water repellent.
Not only does it not only provide seam sealing at the seams, but also double flaps on the front zipper, and left and right hand pockets on the flap and waterproof zipper provide incredible stability for each part to be waterproofed.
The chin area is set low to take into consideration balance, but the hood fitting can be firmly adjusted.
However, the situation was different on the cuffs. If you want to increase waterproofness, you might want to add elastic rubber or Velcro, but only the button closure. Perhaps because it is possible that it balances the look of streetwear, this is a bit uncertain from the perspective of waterproofing.
Highly designed cuffs that respect the appearance of a coat to the fullest. It can be tightened, but it is difficult to seal the wrist.
Even with the real outdoor standards, it is a passing grade, so it is comfortable to wear and easy to move around.
It is a three-layer fabric with a combination of the outer material, membrane and lining, but the membrane and front and back fabric are very thin and supple. There is no roughness at all, and the texture is dry and feels smooth and comfortable. Plus, it's long, but at 370g, it's lighter than a regular outdoor rain jacket.
Looking at the seams on the elbow area of the arm, you can see that it is not simply cut straight, but rather the three-dimensional cut that is intended to make the elbow bend.
The elbow section has been complicated and three-dimensionally cut.
In addition, the fabric stretches moderately, so there is no tension even in large movements. Despite its slender silhouette, it is extremely easy to move around in. This kind of functionality that I've been tired of seeing with recent authentic outdoor jackets is also becoming even more beneficial when it comes to coats that can be worn in the city.
We also pay attention to the details in various places.
The front zipper is a light vislon zipper that operates less stressful, and the flaps hide it so you don't feel strangely cheap. The buttons placed everywhere are made of metal rather than the usual resin. The exterior and parts that make you want to wear in town without compromising comfort and usability are a consistent and uncompromising commitment.
What I was interested in
However, there are still some small details that are bothering you. Both of these were things that I would like to consider when aiming for a more ideal.
Can I wear it in the middle of winter?
The ultra-thin membrane and fabric make it a waterproof and breathable coat that is terribly light and comfortable to wear, but I felt that it needed a bit of effort to reuse it as a mid-winter coat.
Since it is rainwear, it also serves as a windproof function, so it can protect you to some extent, but this does not block out the cold air in the middle of winter or keep your body warm. If that happens, you will need to wear a solid middle layer inside in the winter. However, if you wear it in a size that fits in spring to autumn, it is likely that if you wear it thickly in winter, your coat will be too tight and you won't be able to wear it. It might not be possible if you have two sizes.
For example, if the lining can be attached and heated liner can be attached or removed, then it must have been a genuine coat that could work well for four seasons.
I wanted a double zipper on the front
Since it's rainwear, I think it's inevitable that the front has a zipper. However, since it's a coat length, if you try to put your hands in your pants pocket with the front tight, you have to roll it up every time, which is a bit of a hassle. If there was a double zipper on the bottom, it would be a shame that the style and usability would have been significantly improved.
Summary: Can be used as a commuting coat, everyday wear, or as a travel or outdoors. This is a piece you can't let go of, both on and off the job in many ways.
Although there are requests for details, it has probably been rare before that jackets have such a beautiful blend of high functionality and comfort, as well as the design that Japanese people find cool in the city normally.
This is a unique model that once again makes authentic outdoor manufacturers who make clothing for wear in the harshest environments on the planet, and designers who know the styles they'll always want to wear in business and everyday life, it was a unique model that makes you feel like it's not fun. In addition to the KENROKU models, other lineups such as MATSU and BUKE JK & PT are also different in design and details, but the concepts are the same and there doesn't seem to be much difference in usability.
Over the past few years, it has become no longer uncommon, if not popular, to wear outdoor wear around town or as everyday wear, or to use outdoor gear on a daily basis. However, as a result, it is undeniable that manufacturers who only nitrate outdoor activities have started to look more often in the clothing and gear that have just added taste. F/ACSION , you will once again realize how great it is that manufacturers who know the essence of outdoor tools are made with the idea of what is necessary for a comfortable life, whether in nature or in the city.
